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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1914
Page
2
A Sunday night fire at a local undertaking establishment in Waco caused little damage. The incident prompts the Waco Times-Herald to comment on attitudes toward prosperity and poverty, highlighting the irony of wealth in troubled times.
In a Waco Morning News note Mayes states he remains in the race when questioned about Cullen F. Thomas. The report also mentions the state comptroller post as a long Lane with no turning ahead.
The Statesman quotes a wary remark about excluding a duelist from entering the United States. The exchange questions the duelist’s behavior and the risk of confrontation, implying a potential public insult and danger.
A Philadelphia inventor introduces a device that removes impurities from blood and returns it to the patient. The piece notes it should sell well in Mexico, but mocks that nothing is ever returned once removed in Mexico.
An 1915 discussion questions the effectiveness of large charitable giving. It notes over $80,000 distributed via organizations, yet questions how much aided genuine need while suggesting much funded professionals and moochers received the funds.
A Taylor man drowned after falling into water only three inches deep. The writer urges the town to establish a swimming school to prevent danger to children and pets after rains. The piece comments on local bathing habits and unsafe public spaces.
The Austin Statesman notes that paving streets was never meant to make them speedways. It argues that police control should enforce laws, and if drivers refuse, fines should rise to fund city enforcement and auto costs.
The Dallas Democrat lists candidates to date including W. A. Hanger Fort Worth W. P. Lane Fort Worth Chester H. Terrell San Antonio James Ferguson Temple J H Marable Mineola Leopold Morris Victoria Dr Worsham El Paso Will Mayes Brownwood Jude Robertson Dallas Mr Chatterton Waco J G Willacy Portland Co A Rublee Seagoville Callen F Thomas Dallas Sam Sparks Temple Also noting Colquitt urged for a third term with uncertain Barkis willingness.
The Waco Morning News notes Uncle Sam seeks male stenographers good at typewriters. Demand outstrips supply and young men idle at street corners can vault into good positions by attending a business college and persevering. A stenographer could rise to private secretary to the president if kept at the work.
George Robinson of the Waco Times-Herald notes that Mayes Lane and Thomas are the leading pro aspirant gubernatorial candidates with Thomas favored to survive while Mayes and Lane seem inclined to remain in the race. possible eliminations unlikely before the final primary count.
The Denton Herald reports Mr. Lane plans to enter the July 1914 Democratic primary for governor despite the March prohibition elimination convention. Judge Walker had indicated Lane and Lt. Gov. Mayes would run, but Mayes has reiterated his bid and Lane denies Walker's statement. observers foresee Lane as the sole candidate at the eliminators meeting and anticipate a complete elimination by July.
Texas reports substantial growth in 1913 with taxable values rising by 148 million plus. About 1000 new corporations and a tax rate of 23 cents would yield roughly 143.8 million more than prior estimates. Ad valorem tax, school tax, and pension tax projections are outlined with a 45 cent overall rate.
Editor A R McCollum notes Bob Henry plans to seek reelection to the lower house and aim for the U S Senate. While his views on national issues differ, Henry is popular across Texas with broad Democratic support seen as likely by many in the state. The text reflects mixed opinions on his radical vs progressive stance.
The Rockdale Reporter notes H B Terrell buys the Cameron Herald and will run West News and Lorena Register plus a Bohemian paper at West. It praises his capacity and hopes for success in publishing and politics, comparing him to William Randolph Hearst.
State Senator H. L. Terrell of West now owns and edits the Cameron Herald. He also runs The West News and Korena Register. The Bartlett Tribune extends best wishes for his political and other ventures.
Precinct 6 and parts of 4 and 5 push a road bond election set for January 15 to issue 600000 dollars. Washington county roads strained by heavy rain. 16 000 000 bushels old corn in Texas granaries noted. tenant farmers buying farms and many mortgages redeemed across Fannin county. Sulphur Springs to start a 1 000 000 000 gallon reservoir. Waxahachie opens electric street railway by Southern Traction Company ending mule car era.
A heated Young Men's Business League meeting in Waco devolved into a near frame up as H M Baine and Friedlander clashed in front of friends. After mutual protests crowd outbursts subsided, leading to a public display of reconciliation and a renewed call to keep harmony as the league’s guiding principle. The episode is praised as a civic lesson with national implications for how organizations should manage internal dispute.
Texarkana reports a stock company forming with $20,000 capital to promote an annual county fair. Grounds are secured and will be prepared immediately for the new enterprise. Austin Game is plentiful. 12,000 hunting permits issued. multiple violations reported and several convictions recorded.
Gas found at 80 feet on the Kennedy farm last week. pipeline plans to Groesbeck underway. Cleburne eyes a large power plant with site search and preliminary work. San Angelo expects oil development with several agents securing mineral leases in West Texas.
The Texas Good Roads Association will hold a three day session in Fort Worth starting January 26. President Warren urges all county judges and members of commercial organizations to attend, predicting the largest gathering of good roads enthusiasts ever in Texas.
A sermon outlines Jesus sending seventy as heralds to prepare towns for his coming. It notes their tasks, reliance on God, lamb like character, danger among wolves, and need for dignified bearing. Emphasizes reception and rejection, and the disciples’ broader mission for body and soul.
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