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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1936
Page
8
Sleet and freezing wind did not deter Presbyterians as they filled the auditorium for roll call service. Elders led the roll while a large number of absentees were noted for business and out of town calls. Attendance and spirit were reported as a success.
Franz Albert Gohmert 81 died at his Five Mile home after long residency in the community. Funeral services were held Thursday at Five Mile with Rev. Heinrichs officiating. He leaves a large family including ten children and was an uncle of L. F Gohhmert of Cameron. Also noted are a local travel update and a family illness in nearby Baytown.
Announcement of the engagement and upcoming marriage between Pauline Collins of Waco and Leo Mohler of Cameron shared by Mrs. O. T. Collins. Details include social events, attendees, and plans for a February wedding with coverage of related local activities and preparatory teas.
Mr and Mrs Martin Russell and children Buel and Myrtle visited Mr and Mrs Charlie Russell of Yarrellton Sunday. C B E Phipps and children John and Doris spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs W C McDonald of Yarrellton. W S Canady visited Mr Jesse Bell of Cameron Thursday. Mrs C E Phipps rested in the McDonald home Monday evening. A J Reynolds and son Vernon visited Mr and Mrs Canady and children Sunday. C E Phipps and children John and Doris visited Roy Weems Saturday night. Mrs W I Canady and child were mentioned in the notes.
Mrs I W Moseley, 88, died Tuesday night at her home from injuries after a fall last Friday. Funeral services were held Wednesday at Minerva Methodist Church with Rev Walton Day officiating. Surviving are two sons B F Moseley of San Antonio and J E Moseley of Rockdale, and two daughters Mrs R A Young of Crane and Mrs J W Hill of Seattle. The article notes church ties and recent church meeting and Valentine social activities by the congregation.
Leslie Rose Torno was honored at a Valentine party Monday night hosted by Mrs. Allie Kinard. The guest of honor is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Torno. Twelve guests attended and refreshments of sandwiches cake and hot chocolate were served.
Contests and games were enjoyed during the evening with refreshments for 18 guests. Peggy Jo Ranney of San Marcos visited with her cousin Master Albert McCullin Jr. The Houston family, including Marilyn Joyce, visited Caldwell relatives Sunday. Minerva teachers observed a holiday to assist a meeting in Bryan. Harmony funeral attendance followed by visits from Georgetown residents. The convention will meet again March 75. G C Lucas hosted the Missionary Society gathering in the afternoon with J C Wallace, Bo FL Cone, Clarence Harris, A W McCullin, Miss Jennie Cone and the hostess assisting.
The Good Cheer Bridge Club was entertained Thursday afternoon by Mrs. Sam McDermott. A Valentine motif was used through the rooms and table accessories. Contract bridge provided merriment as guests competed for the highest score. The hostess later served Johnson Sandwich with salad plates and tea.
An Arkansas reader testifies that Thedford’s Black-Draught eases constipation and bilious discomfort giving a refreshed feeling. A mother notes Syrup of Black-Draught for children praised for taste and good results.
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