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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1949
Page
6
Jefferson B. White, editor and publisher, lists office in Cameron Texas. The notice states mailing tenure under second class matter and publication schedule for weekly issues with exceptions in August and September. Subscription rates are 1.75 in Milam County, 2.00 outside the county, and 2.25 out of state.
The operator's farm plan outlines soil rebuilding, soil strengthening, and practical conservation measures. Farmers receive a folder with needed practices and keep it for reference. A September meeting drew over 100 attendees who found the plan systematic and beneficial, with growing cooperative interest.
An unrestrictive classified style notice from Parma Radio Service proclaims affordable radio repair for any make. The ad emphasizes fixing radios and invites customers to choose their service for lower prices.
Cameron Rotary Club presented the Charter Plaque Wednesday to Scout Troop 54. Judge Bill Morrison Milam County Scout Executive delivered the plaque to the club which then gave it to the troop. Troop 64 is a new Cameron unit led by L. W. Smith and J. R. Poole. The troop is growing its membership and has a strong program.
James Hutto Jr of Milano is a patient at Newton Memorial Hospital. He is the son of Mr and Mrs James T Hutto Sr. He is reported doing well.
Judge Dan Tyson expressed pleasure at the good news of progress on Highway 77, noting visible advancement and potential improvements for local traffic and safety. The update signals continued work and official optimism about completion timelines.
Albert W. De Cullin announces the 1949 Red Cross drive district leaders and chairmen across ten districts. Appointments include Narvie L. Capertd in District 1 and Victor M. Bermudez as District 9 chair, with city and regional coordinators named for each area.
The John Bryan family expresses gratitude for sympathy and acts of kindness during the recent reburial services for their son and brother Captain Billy Batte Bryan. They thank the War Veterans, friends, and all who assisted in any way.
Ed Schuetze of Burlington traveled to Cameron on a business trip recently, engaging with local contacts and exploring potential opportunities in the Cameron area.
David Crockett Miller 41 died 6 p m Monday February 21 in Austin after a paralytic stroke. A Washington county native born in 1907, he later farmed in Ben Arnold. Funeral 4 p m Tuesday February 22 at Green Funeral Home Cameron with Rev Samuel Frits. interment Marlow Cemetery. Survived by two daughters Doris and Joyce Miller of Temple, father E S Miller of Meeks, brother Sam Miller of Houston, sisters Gladys Matyastik Clarkson Roy Cossmann Twin Brooks and Virginia Fae Miller Meeks.
Home Demonstration Club Women from the 10th District 17 counties plan a convention in Cameron on April 19 and 20. About 100 delegates attend. Judge Dan Tyson to welcome. Mrs Hearne state agent from Texas A&M and District Judge W A Morrison on program. The event is the Texas Home Demonstration Association district meeting with sessions at the Methodist basement and District Court Room.
The Grand Jury in District Court returned 12 indictments with no major crimes involved. Four defendants were arrested, including Calvin Cross for felony theft and James Emmett Hefferman for burglary and robbery of Santa Fe baggage room. Other indictments include forging false instruments and sale of mortgaged property.
Margaret Horstmann and Hortense Nabours, students at Southwestern University in Georgetown, spent the weekend with their parents in Cameron.
Mrs J B Carmichael and her sons formerly of Ben Arnold now residing in Mullin visited Cameron this week, renewing contacts and staying briefly in the area.
Mrs Newt Edmondson underwent minor surgery at Newton Memorial Hospital and is improving nicely.
Mrs Brooks Brady of Houston conducted business in Cameron recently, according to the readable portion of the report.
Mr and Mrs Glenn Gamble of Manor spent the weekend in Camer visiting relatives.
Mrs. Erle Adrian and her daughter from Temple spent Sunday evening with Mrs. Mary V. Posey of Cameron, sharing time and hospitality in the Texas town.
Mrs Charlie Barrett of Corpus Christi traveled to Cameron and Yarrellton to spend a weekend with relatives.
Pat Coleman of Corpus Christi visited Mrs. Lillian Barrett during the weekend.
Miss Lassie Dell Matthews, once ill in hospital, has returned home and is reported to be improved as she resumes her usual routines.
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