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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1902
Page
8
Post office entry from Cameron Texas notes Tom Campbell may be at home checking garden seed packages sent by Sam Lanham. Geo E Graham, a Santiago correspondent, will soon publish a history of the campaign offering the Schley side of the controversy.
The House passed the canal bill by 308 to 2, signaling broad support for the Nicaragua project and its national significance.
Oil flow discovered near Columbia in Brazoria County with ex Gov Hogg listed as a well owner. At 500 feet a daily 500 barrel flow of lubricating oil was found, and at 700 feet a 30 000 barrel per day flow was secured. The find is described as probably very important.
Wealthy English advocate Moreton Frewen supports free coinage as key to stable prices. He notes 1878 interest when gold output rose and argues that rising gold production benefits debtors and avoids price swings, claiming one monetary standard is inevitable.
L B Lumpkin announces for district clerk subject to Democratic primaries. Born near Port Sullivan in December 1858 he is a native Texan and county native, raised on a farm before entering clerical work.
A Cameron resident for thirteen years and former merchant seeks the office of district clerk. Described as sober, capable, and obliging, he pledges a thorough county canvass and faithful service if elected, noting his Democratic allegiance. He asks supporters to stand by his representations and aims for fair consideration of his claims.
The Ladies of the Methodist aid society extend heartfelt thanks to Cheeves Bros for their kindness during the bazaar. They appreciate assistance with furnishing a storeroom and other favors that made the event both socially engaging and financially successful for Cheeves and their courteous staff. The society wishes them a happy and prosperous new year.
Elephants of the Indian army are fed twice daily. Breakfast consists of ten pounds of raw rice in five two pound packages wrapped in leaves and tied with grass. On the command Atten tion each elephant raises its trunk and a package is placed in its mouth, ensuring no rice is wasted.
A collection of witty maxims on marriage and social observation. The piece notes how some hotels know the value of quiet dining, water and whiskey, and includes aphorisms about wealth, love, and ambitions of becoming angels.
The letter from O. F. McAnaly asks Milam County Democrats for support in the upcoming primary for the county representative seat in the legislature. He defends his two-term record, cites stance on tax reform and constitutional amendments, and notes intent to discuss policies before the spring primaries. Tom Stafford announces re-election for district clerk, praised for spotless service and Alabama birth.
The long serving Cameron County post office worker and district clerk Tom Stafford is praised for diligence courtesy and accuracy. Supporters note his opposition free terms his temperament and trustworthiness and expect his future to match his proven record.
Mr John P Looney of near Davilla announces his candidacy for county treasurer. A veteran public servant, he has served as county surveyor and commissioner and is praised for education, integrity and sobriety. The piece urges voters to elect Looney, noting his past successes and reliability. Dr King s New Life Pills advertised as a laxative remedy follow the political notes.
Citation by publication declares Milam County guardian J. T. Mathews seeks final settlement of Lottie Mathews estate. Objections must be filed by the February 3 1902 hearing at Cameron County Court. Clerk J. E. Tyson certifies. sheriff and deputies endorse.
The State of Texas commands publication of this citation in Milam County newspapers for four weeks to summon W F Stephens to Milam County Court in Cameron on February 3 1902 to answer a petition by DL Berry and Zi Gere regarding a promissory note of 220 00 and related mortgage foreclosure with attorneys fees and liens. The instrument and default are described, and the writ must be returned with execution details.
A gloomy notice notes that many households suffer due to neglected colds and promotes Bai lard's Horehound Syrup as a cure for colds and lung ailments. The sale price is 25 and 5 cents, distributed by Thomas and Moore, druggists.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promise to cure a cold in one day with a no cure no pay offer. The ad notes a price of 25 cents and includes a catalog number 16-91-0.
An announcement lists ED F ENGLISH as Floater Representative candidate for the district of Milam and Robertson counties. Giles C Avriett is named for Milam County Sheriff, pending Democratic primary. J E Ed Holtzclaw also seeks Milam County Sheriff in the Democratic primary. Robt Todd seeks re election as Milam County Sheriff subject to the Democratic primary.
We are authorized to announce L B Lumpkin as a candidate for District Clerk subject to the action We are authorized to announce T C Stafford as a candidate for re election to District Clerk office subject to the action of the democratic primary John P Looney as a candidate for County Treasurer cratic primary W A Nabours as a candidate for County Treasurer Milam county scored to the action of the Demo We are authorized to announce Dr W Gill i as a candidate for County Treasurer Milam County subject to the action of the Democratic primary J White as a candidate for County Treasurer Milam County subject
A list of nominees and incumbents announced for Milam County offices including Tax Assessor Collector City roles County Superintendent Justice of the Peace and other precinct posts. Names include H H Steadman D B P Bozeman G A Rister B Buyles Taber Newton J G W Wolf Cy Deaty N Phillips F A Calement Chas A Lankford H Reese Geo E Boles D B Worcester.
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