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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1949
Page
8
A quip suggesting certain individuals resemble taxi drivers by consistently missing opportunities. The remark uses a sharp, humorous tone to critique perceived inattentiveness and misfortune. No specific people or events are named.
The quote reflects that lasting achievements come from long term planning and deliberate effort. It credits foresight as the driver of human advancement and suggests rewards follow careful preparation.
Rev. Percy A. Corkern of Abbeville Louisiana has been called to lead First Baptist Church in Cameron. He accepted the call and will arrive soon to begin duties. Corkern is a Louisiana College graduate and is pursuing a doctor’s degree by correspondence. The church has been pastorless since January 1.
A concise note on how to respond when someone asks how you feel. It suggests brief, courteous replies over lengthy self disclosures and emphasizes considerate social interaction in everyday conversations.
The Herald finds a 1910 F A Marek catalog from Cameron, Texas, printed in Czech for local Czech families. It features a 24 page plateful of furniture with prices like 3.30 for an oak rocking chair and 15.75 for a three piece bedroom suite, plus views of Cameron landmarks and a note on local commerce and lasting community imprint.
The article describes a weather map puzzle indicating fronts moving in with rain and cold for Texas by Wednesday morning. A cold wave nears the Panhandle with temperatures possibly near 20 Tuesday night, while two waves bring cold and snow elsewhere and 40 mile winds lash western regions. Central Texas may see warmer conditions Tuesday into Wednesday night before a potential cold snap.
A quirky idea suggests installing a timer on the refrigerator as a weight loss tactic. The notion emerges as a humorous reminder that restraint and silence can be effective tools in managing eating habits.
Josef Cardinal Mindszenty was sentenced to life imprisonment by Hungary's people's court for treason with extantuating circumstances. The prosecutor sought a death sentence, while Mindszenty and seven others received prison terms ranging from eight years to life. Confiscation of all his wealth was ordered. The case drew global protest from Catholic leaders and the Pope was expected to comment soon.
A two room rental residence owned by Mary Bell Batte and occupied by a Black family was completely destroyed around 11 am Saturday. No one was in the home when the fire started, and investigators suspect the blaze began from a wood stove.
District Judge W A Morrison spoke to the Baptist Brotherhood on International Relations Tuesday night. C L Canady chaired, with musical direction by Canady and Miss Aleene Griswold. Milton Schiller presided at the business session as pie and coffee were served. Mayfield announced a county wide Brotherhood meeting set for February 20 at 2 30 p m at First Baptist Church in Cameron.
Elmer Stufflemire was fined $50 in County Court after pleading guilty to driving while intoxicated. The fine is the minimum allowed, and his license to drive was suspended as part of the sentence.
Mr and Mrs M C Fisher of Big Lake announce the birth of a son Marvin Wayne on January 26 1949 weighing seven and a half pounds. The newborn joins two sisters ages three and two. Mrs Fisher is formerly Beuna Tindall of Cameron. grandparents are Mr and Mrs John Tindall of Cameron.
A cautious oil man muses that success hinges on chance, joking about being four feet from a million dollars or a million feet from four dollars, reflecting the era’s wry outlook on wealth and risk.
If men had no faith in one another, we'd all have to live within our income. The line reflects a belief that mutual trust governs economic stability and personal finances.
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