Methodist Debt Drive Nears Goal at Cameron Church
The Cameron Methodist Church nears its debt goal after selling Debt Bonds to raise 5820.00 dollars. Judge Graham Gillis gave the dinner address, with two days left in the campaign and prayers for a final push tonight at the church. Rev. O C G Acrey of First Presbyterian spoke at the evening event hosted by Rev. J W Mills. The drive closes Friday night with hopes of clearing the church’s indebtedness.
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Cameron Methodist Church
Graham Gillis
O. C G. Acrey
First Presbyterian Church
J. W. Mills
Death of Independence's Oldest Resident Helen Blue at 97
Mrs Helen Clampitt Blue 97 oldest resident of Independence and Baylor graduate died at home Wednesday at 4 PM. Widow of James H Blue she left six children Frank Blue Mamie Rogers M Williams C W Stiles B F Bailey and Mrs Phad Wheeler. Funeral Thursday at 4 with Rev Cook Brenham. Burial in Independence old cemetery.
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Helen Clampitt Blue
Independenc
Baylor University
James H. Blue
Kentucky
Cook
Brenham
Independence
Frank Blue
Mamie Rogers
M. Williams
C. W. Stiles
B. F. Bailey
Cameron
Phad Wheeler
Harlingen
Thweatt Brothers Store Burns in Maysfield Fire
The Thweatt mercantile store in Maysfield owned by the Thweatt Brothers was destroyed by fire between 8:00 and 8:39 Friday evening. Ben Thweatt reports the store was closed at 8 and a wood stove may have started the blaze, though not confirmed. No items were saved. the building and merchandise were partially insured.
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Thweatt Brothers
Maysfield
Merald
Ben Thweatt
Thweatt
Calvert Cafe Owner Killed in Buckholts Car Crash
Walter L. Rivers 59, Calvert Cafe owner, died when his car overturned in Buckholts on Sunday afternoon. Rivers, standing on the running board as his son Leo drove, grabbed the wheel and steered, causing the vehicle to overturn and crush him beneath. Two women in the car escaped injury and Leo River also survived.
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Walter L. Rivers
Calvert
Buckholts
Cameron Daily Herald
Rivers
Leo
Dorothy Lee Rogers Visits Salem Resident in Cameron
Miss Dorothy Lee Rogers of Salem visited Cameron on Wednesday, staying for a social call and to spend time with local friends.
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Dorothy Lee Rogers
Salem
Cameron
Walter White Announces Sheriff Candidacy in Milam County
Walter White of Maysfield announces his bid for Milam County sheriff subject to the July 27 1940 primary. The prominent young candidate reports wide county support and optimism for victory, saying he is grateful for encouragement and pledged backing statewide as the race begins.
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Walter White
Maysfield
Milam County
White
Constable Bailey Seeks Re election Here
B F Bailey constable for Precinct 1 announces candidacy for reelection ahead of the primary on Saturday July. He cites his long service record in Cameron and the support of friends as basis for another term. He pledges faithful and efficient duty and notes prior business leadership and community ties.
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B. F. Bailey
Bailey
Constable
Mrs J W Dees Dies in Cameron at 79
Mrs J W Dees, 79, died at her daughter’s home in Cameron on Thursday February 22 at 4 am after a two month illness. Born in Milam County in 1861 she married J W Dees in 1879. Funeral services were held at Liberty at 3:30 pm conducted by Rev J W Mills with interment in Liberty cemetery. Survived by daughter Mrs Tom Smith and two sons Seth and Raymond Dees.
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J. W. Dees
Tom Smith
Cameron
Dees
Milam County
Liberty
J. W. Mills
Cameron Methodist Church
Liberty Cemetery
Coleman Funeral Home
Knights of Columbus Speaker Delivers Rededication Talk
Rev George Duda spoke on the Rededication of the Catholic Church at Cameron council events. Grand Knight John C. Andres and Rudolf Richter gave short talks as the educational program drew steady attendance. Andres appointed J. L. Marak Emil Boedeker and William J. Parma to the Resolution Committee for the upcoming State convention in Corpus Christi.
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Cameron Council
Knight of Columbus
George Duda
John C. Andres
Rudolf Richter
Andres
J. L. Marak
Emil Boedeker
William J. Parma
Corpus Christi
Jesse J Barrett Announces Candidacy for Commissioner No. 1
Milam County resident Jesse J Barrett announced his candidacy for Commissioner of Trece n t 1 for the upcoming July 27 1940 primary. Barrett stressed his aim to serve with experience and to retire after a four year term if elected, signaling a limited tenure if burdened by time and duty.
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Jesse J. Barrett
Milam County
Yarrellton
Barrett
Sam
Womack Brashear Seeks Re election for Precinct 1
Womack Brashear, Justice of the Peace for Precinct No. 1, announces his candidacy for re election in the upcoming Primary on Saturday July 27 1940. He cites broad support from all sections of the precinct and highlights his record of administration and public service.
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Womack Brashear
Brashear
Texa
Stern Administration of Justice
Swimming Pool Construction Advances at Wilson Ledbetter Park
Mayor Chas Smith announced that concrete is being poured into forms for the Wilson Ledbetter Park swimming pool. The project nears completion with expectations for swimming accommodations by late spring, drawing broad city support for the new entertainment facility.
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Chas
Smith
Wilson- Ledbetter Park
Baptist Workers Meet in Rockdale March 4
Rev. W. M. Cloyd releases the Milam County Baptist Workers program for Rockdale with a day of services and sessions starting 10:00 a.m. including devotionals, Vacation Bible School activities, evangelistic talks, reports, music, a sermon, lunch, and board meetings.
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W. M. Cloyd
First Baptist Church
Milam County
Rockdale Church
G. C. Butler
Kennedy seeks re election as Milam County sheriff
R M Kennedy Milam County sheriff asks for re election as primary looms. He notes public support and a record of fair impartial service, while declining to comment on his performance. The statement emphasizes public approval and continued dedication to duty.
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RM. Kennedy
Sherif
Milam County
Kennedy
Harwell Announces Constable Candidacy in Precinct 1
J E Pete Harwell declares his bid for Constable of Precinct No 1 subject to the upcoming Primary Election. The 37 year old veteran dislikes describe his strong character and broad support from across the precinct. He previously ran in July 19% narrowly losing and thanks supporters for their endorsements as he turns to Page 5.
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J. FE
Pete) Harwell
Haswell
Harwell
Allied Press Warns US Not To Meddle In Europe
Rumblings of suspicion and distrust spread between British and French capitals as Sumner Welles left Rome for Berlin. The press warned Washington to quit meddling while Mussolini reportedly received an autographed message from Roosevelt and Berlin offered little commentary due to censorship.
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Sumner Welles
Rome
Berlin
Welles
Europe
United States
Mussolini
Roosevelt
England
France
Hitler
Luther Roberts for Commissioner No. 2
Luther Roberts announces candidacy for Commissioner of Precinct 2 in the July 27 1940 primary. The Cameron business man and farmer says he has talked with many voters and will pursue reforms focusing on prudent expenditures and transparency in all money transactions.
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Luther Roberts
Cameron
Roberts
Hitler offers peace plan to protect small nations
German press reports Adolf Hitler will present a peace plan to American Under-Secretary of State Summer Welles promising to guarantee territorial integrity of small nations. The plan also calls for re distribution of territories and colonies with Britain reduced to a vassal state.
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Dolph Hitler
Summer Welles
Hitler
Great Britain
Germany
Welles
Berlin
London
Paris
France
British rationing tightens during war as Soviets face shortages
British government imposes food rationing as a disciplinary measure amid World War II reports. Soviet forces push to clear Finnish lines near Viipuri with about 60,000 extra troops. On the Western Front, several minor hand to hand skirmishes occur with limited gains.
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Tne Soviet
Russia
Viipuri
Dobie Lecture Delights Cameron Audience
Colorful J Frank Dobie renowned as professor historian author and storyteller spoke before a large Lions Club sponsored gathering in Cameron. The audience included young and old who laughed enjoyed tales and notes were taken for class credit while civic groups praised the program and funds supported Lions Club health welfare efforts.
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J. Frank Dobie
Dr. Dobie
Lions Club
Cameron
Texas
Cameron History Club
James Watson
Congress authorizes 20 million loan to Finland
The Congress sent President Roosevelt a bill approving a 20 million dollar loan to Finland. The move aims to aid Finland amid ongoing tensions and supports Finnish defense and stability in the region.
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Congress
Roosevelt
Grady Allen Announces Run For Milam District Clerk
Cameron resident Grady Allen, a longtime Milam County native and local businessman, announces his candidacy for Milam District Clerk. He cites broad local support and a lifetime in the county, with ties to Maysfield and Cameron, entering the race ahead of the July 27 1940 primary election.
Milam County Couple Clark Kelly and Irma Porter Wed in Cameron
Clark Kelly owner of the Kelly Nursery in Cameron and Irma Porter a former Ada Henderson School faculty member were married in Cameron hospital at 5 30 p m Thursday February 22. The ceremony was at the bedside due to Kelly’s critical condition after a recent heart attack. The Rev J W Mills officiated with Dr Eduard Rischard Dr A S Epperson and Miss Lorenz as witnesses. The couple began their romance years ago in Rockdale and the union links two popular Cameron residents as friends offer prayers for Kelly’s recovery.
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Clark Kelly
Milam County
Kelly Nursery
Cameron
Irma Porter
Ada Henderson
Cameron Hospital
J. W. Mills
First Methodist Church
Eduard Rischar
A. S. Epperson
Lorenz
Kelly
Texas
Rockdale
Charley McCarthy Detective Two Day Run Opens at Cameron Theatre
Charley McCarthy in the detective role begins a two day engagement at Cameron Theatre this afternoon and tonight. The show also features Mortimer Snerd in the billed performances.
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Charley McCarthy
Detective
Cameron Theatre
McCarthy
Mortimer Snerd
Community Party at Maysfield School House
The Maysfield 4-H Club girls present a Friday night community party and play at the Maysfield School House on March 1, 1940. Proceeds benefit the Maysfield 4-H Club. An admission small charge is noted and attendees are urged to come for an enjoyable evening.
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Maysfield
Student Josephine Newton Returns Home for Weekend
Josephine Newton a Texas University student is home for the weekend returning to her family after classes at the state university.
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Josephine Newton
Texas University
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Helen ¢. Blue
Maysheld
Calvert Cafe
SF Milam
Geeorge Duda
Knights of Columbus
Didate
Trecinet 1
R. M. Kennedy
Allied Press
Commissoner No
Dobie
Grady Allen
Grandy Allen
Allen
Mr. Allen
George Allen
Narare
Charley
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