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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1930
Page
4
City voters receive candidate notices for mayor and city offices. Gene Smith George Richards and Slocomb listed for mayor aldermen secretary treasurer city attorney and city marshal in this municipal election slate.
A large crowd gathered at Cameron Country Club for a Business and Professional Women's Club benefit featuring bridge 42 dominoes and checkers. Prizes included calendas and gift boxes. guests enjoyed chicken salad and tea then danced to a local orchestra.
Mrs Conn Miller sustained a severe scalp wound and cuts in an auto collision at a street intersection near the Hayden Lawrence home. Her car overturned trapping her. she was rushed to Cameron Hospital where she is reported resting well. Mrs Fred Dierr was not seriously hurt.
Members of the W M 38S of the Baptist church held Monday circles. Eunice Taylor Glass Circle with 10 at Mrs. George A. Thomas. Lottie Moon Circle with 6 at Mrs. Harvey Dobbins. Lillie Mae Handley Circle with 9 at Mrs. L. L. Blaylock. Next meetings planned with listed leaders.
Dallas state superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League, Dr. Atticus Webb, will address the Baptist church at 11 a.m. and the Methodist church at 7 p.m. Sunday, January 26, on The Unfinished Task. He is a longtime dry laws advocate who emphasizes Christian civic duty.
James M. Lewis 81, a North Carolina native and longtime Cameron resident, died Monday after a long illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Coleman Eplen chapel, conducted by Rev. Joel B. Hardigree. He was buried in Oak Hill Cemetery in a self-made casket. Survived by daughter Mrs Ed Slater of Bay City and sons Steve and Harry Lewis, plus brother Steve Lewis of Cameron.
Mrs Giles Avriett entertained the Bridge Club at her home using a four card denomination motif. High scores went to Mrs Rush Thomas and Mrs John Mangum led among guests. low scores to Mrs Tom Henderson Jr Mrs Dan Legacy and Miss Beth Jeter. A three course luncheon followed with red carnations and matching decor.
Card expresses gratitude from Mr. and Mrs. John McDermott and family and Mr. and Mrs. J M Bergland in Cameron for sympathy, flowers, and assistance after the death of their daughter and sister Cora Lee McDermott.
Ladies of the Presbyterian Auxiliary met in circles Monday afternoon to study lessons from the foreign mission book The Church in China. Circle one met with Mrs. R. G. Lyon and circle two with Mrs. E. Eggert.
Last Thursday night burglars broke into the blacksmith shop of F. M. Hauptfleisch and stole tools. Dr. Dubose's business doors were opened and minor cash taken. The 5S. R. Cochran store was entered and its safe blown but contained only books. H. M. Walker and J. W. Partridge found their store entered at closing time with doors open, misattributing the other’s action. Sheriff Blaylock investigated but found no trace of the intruders.
Rural Texas notes show a stormy season with heavy freezes and ice, predicting a bountiful harvest. Mid term exams begin this week with seniors excused from one class day. Local schools report attendance and weather impacts as pastors and congregations hold services despite conditions. Notable attendees include F. J. Cook and families, with others planning to attend a Missionary Institute in Hearne.
Messrs. S. R. Dick and W. B. Coch returned Friday after a trip to Cold Springs.
Mr and Mrs Faubian of San Marcos stayed with Mrs Lizzie Tidwell and Mrs Bobby Obbits. Miss Barnes left for S W T T College. James Harwood visited his mother in Rosebud. Mrs Ira Blackman returned to Thrall after visiting her mother. Mrs James Harlan returned to Houston after visiting her mother. Mr and Mrs Lamar Smith from Goose Creek were in Gause for the weekend. A grandson’s death saddened the Spraggins family. 4 H Club conducted refreshments for a State Inspector who did not attend. seniors enjoyed hot chocolate and cake.
Methodist Missionary Society members gathered at the church Monday afternoon for mission study. Mrs. W. O. Triggs presented an engaging summary of The Roads to the City of God. All circles will convene together next Monday afternoon for a Voice program and organize for the new year.
Members of the Ladies Aid of the Christian church met at Mrs Ray Burkes home for a business session. Rev J Hardigree presided as officers were elected for the year including President Mrs Raymond Beard Vice President Mrs W M Ryan Secretary Treasurer Mrs Kay Burke and Reporter Mrs G C Walters.
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