Boulder Dam revolutionizes water power and Texas relief debates
The article celebrates the Boulder Dam completion rising 727 feet to form a 115 mile reservoir and generate 1.8 million horsepower. It links river erosion, Grand Canyon geology, and Texas resource potential with a five billion dollar relief bill, Dallas politics, and Senator Poage's critique of federal aid and Texas’ relief role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado
Boulder
Bob Poage
Washington
Texas
Louisiana
Father and Daughter Die in Farm Shooting Near Yarrellton
Joseph Hosek 54 and his daughter Vera 19 were killed in a family dispute at the Hosek farm home near Yarrellton. Hosek allegedly shot Vera three times then killed himself, dying after being taken to a local hospital. Justice Brashear ruled the death a self inflicted act. Mrs Hosek and three other children escaped during the incident. Funeral services were held Sunday with Leland Green Funeral Home directing.
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Joseph Hosek
Vera
Yarrellton
Hosek
Womak Brashear
Leland Green
Harvesters Open Cameron Store Ahead of March 1 Formal Opening
Officials from the Houston branch of the International Harvester Co visited Cameron to officially open the Maurity Baldwin Co store on Friday March 1. Credit manager F C Marks sales manager L M Fawcett and others were present. J T Baldwin will manage the Cameron branch and lead preparations for the opening.
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Houston
International Harvester Co
Cameron
Maurity-Baldwin Company
Eneager
Ae. A
F. C. Marks
L. M. Fawcett
L. G. Thomas
L. A. Clark
J. T. Baldwin
Baldwin
Judge Gillis presiding in Austin in burglary case
Judge Graham Gillis of the District Court is in Austin this week presiding in a Travis County District Court. No Cameron court is held except in county court before Judge Kemp. The trial of Brooker and Walker was interrupted when the judge was called away. They face a series of burglary charges.
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Graham Gillis
Austin
Travis
Cameron
Kemp
Brooker
Walker
P W Davis Seeks Alderman Post in Cameron
P W Davis announces candidacy for Alderman in Cameron in the April 1935 election. A Cameron resident for years and former Legion Post commander, he is described as a World War veteran with progressive ideas and a record of public service. He has worked for the Cameron Compress Company and plans city welfare focus.
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P. W. Davis
Davis
Cameron
Cameron Compress Company
Legion Post
New Features for the Cameron Herald in 1935
The Cameron Herald outlines rapid 1935 features including Washington bureau farmers column, a ahead of date International Sunday School lesson, a sports digest of national games, Louisa's letter on human experience, and strong local news coverage making the paper stand out this year.
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Herald
Washington
The
Louisa
Tax Increase for Gymnasium Building
A Tuesday council meeting led to a tentative plan for a local tax increase to fund a proposed high school gymnasium. J C Martin spoke for the school board as the committee seeks a Public Works loan if voters authorize the extra tax. The plan also considers seating the football field with an election set for the second Tuesday in April.
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J. C. Martin
CC. C. Smith
Committees Prepare For Chamber Plans And Election
President F E Cole reports a period of intense activity as the Chamber of Commerce focuses on officer elections. The March 12 membership meeting will include a banquet, program, and venue details. Ballots go to Secretary Paden, with committees handling publicity and arrangements.
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Chamber of Commerce
F E. C. Cole
Paden
McLane & McLane Promote Bargains in Cameron
McLane and McLane Grocery, a longtime Cameron retailer, announces a big weekly sale with genuine bargains and a large Herald display. Owner Mr. McLane touts the mix of goods and low prices as the key to profitable shopping at their store.
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McLane & McLane’s
Cameron
Herald
Mr. McLane
Verdict Reaches After Long Trial Hauptmann Guilty
In a tense courtroom the jury finds Bruno Richard Hauptmann guilty of first degree murder in the Lindbergh kidnapping case. Justice Trenchard orders the death sentence to be imposed within the week starting March 18, 1935.
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Bruno Richard Hauptmann
Thomas Trenchard
Good Merchandising All Round Service From Cameron Store
Leland Green Sr of Green & Boedeker in Cameron says the store provides a market for every farm commodity and even livestock. The department store is well stocked with two new carloads this week and runs a special sale to extend buying opportunities across the territory. Advertising aided rapid growth of the enterprise.
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Cameron
Leland Green
Green & Boedeker
Mr. Green
Green & Boedeker Enterprises
Invitation Track Meet Promises Long Cameron Event
Charlee M. Hicks, faculty sponsor, announced a third Cameron invitation track meet with events listed. The program begins at 1 p m and ends with a finale at 7 30 p m. The Herald will publish a full program in the next issue.
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Charlee M. Hicks
Cameron
The
Herald
Bok Award for Annual Citizens in City Announced
The Chamber of Commerce and civic groups plan an annual Bok style citizenship award to honor outstanding local men and women. President EB C Cole has named a committee to select the recipients once other bodies finalize their committees. The program mirrors the Edward Bok annual citation.
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Chamber of Commerce
EB. C. Cole
Edward Bok
Sam Hefley in Critical Condition at Cameron Home
Former Representative Sam Hefley remains critically ill at his Cameron residence with no notable improvement after a week. He has many Milam county and state friends who sorrow his continued absence as memories of Cameron’s early days resurface in recent news.
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Sam Heffey
Cameron
Hefley
Milam County
Wna
Joe Simon
Mounds
Oklahoma
Relief Offices To Be Moved Shortly
W T Clark of the Milam County Relief Board said Wednesday the relief offices would be moved soon. The current building has been rented and the administration seeks a suitable new location. Dr Elbra Monroe owns the building now occupied by the relief offices.
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W. T. Clark
Milam County Relief Board
Commissioners Court
Elbra Monroe
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McLane & McLane
Katharine Hepburn
Bargie
Ste James MM. Barreie
Little Minister
Meron
Edward J. Reilly
New Jersey
Happtmann
Sourland Mountain
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Lloyd Fell
Walton
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David T. Wilentz
Bok
Sam Hefley
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