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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1935
Page
4
The Cameron Herald states that obituaries and public entertainment notices with admission charged or funds raised are mailed as second class matter under federal law and published at regular rates. It notes editor Jefferson B. White and publisher details for Cameron, Texas.
Police hunt a thief who stole a baby bonnet in Montreal amid freezing conditions. The four month old girl was left in a carriage, and upon return the child was blue from the cold as blankets had been loosened.
Paul Siple of the Byrd party reports that at least two dozen mosses and lichens grow on exposed Antarctic peaks rising through thick ice. Thawing pools on the mountain side teem with microscopic life.
A 48 inch water main ruptured releasing twenty million gallons, flooding a twenty block area. Water surged onto sidewalks cellars and shut lights in many buildings including several hospitals.
Admiral B M Chambers announces that the legendary treasure said to be worth seven million pounds on Cocos Island never existed, ending long standing rumors of vast riches and prompting a reevaluation of the island’s lore.
Federal gasoline levies reached about 170 million dollars in 1934 while state taxes amounted to around 560 million, according to the American Petroleum Institute. Mrs. Laula Clinton returned from Houston after visiting relatives. Mrs. Ed Hunter and her son Fenimore traveled from San Antonio to Fort Worth to join Ed F. Hunter, who is on government work, and stayed with Mrs. India Stidham.
Reported treasure from Peru in 1849 lies hidden on Penack and Hill in the Tuamotus with a modern search led by English interests in French Oceania. Tale recounts a burned schooner, deadly encounters, and charts turning up after decades, with claims of a 70 million dollar gold ingot value and a French government share.
Rome reports a government program to expand hospital capacity for tuberculosis care from current beds to about 20,000 as part of a broader campaign. Insurance coverage and state assistance are central to the strategy, with Fascist authorities touting the effort as unique among nations.
In Newton Massachusetts an unexpected visitor, Mary F McGlone, driving for the second time, sped off the driveway, rolled across the front lawn and crashed through the Mansfield home entrance, narrowly missing residents before being halted by stairs.
Lightning struck Ernest Blackington's Groton residence carving a bizarre path from a tree to the porch. It pushed a cart, ripped linoleum, damaged a door casing, twisted a water pipe, tore moulding and plaster, and breached the roof leaving two large holes.
George Banzhaf county agent announces his office will close Saturday January 19 until 1 p m. An exam for postmaster will be held there in the forenoon, likely for the Buckholts office.
Shirley Lancon of Louisa Kentucky bought an old cupboard for two dollars at a sale and uncovered two thousand two hundred dollars hidden behind a false back. He returned the funds to the rightful owners. coins predate 1875 and could be worth more than their face value.
Classified notice advertises Black Hawk Ointment for skin troubles at 50c and 1, with Udga Tablets free samples for stomach ulcers gas pains and indigestion via E. O. Schiller. Also lists a rental of three unfurnished rooms via Mrs Hearne at Hearne Hotel 204 W 4th Street phone 403-W.
New Cameron Drug Co of Cameron Texas advertises Star Sulphurous Compound for poultry. It claims the additive in drinking water kills germs and worms, prevents mites and fleas, and keeps fowls healthy producing eggs and strong chicks with a money-back guarantee.
Public notice lists a new hatchery opening January 28 and promotes hatchery services for baby chicks. Also includes several classified items: lost dogs in Cameron Texas, rental housing near Cameron High School, sale ads for seed corn and cotton seed, tractor implements and polled bull calves, two milk cows, a Draygon Business College scholarship, sales positions in Milam County, a paint pony for a child, and a reward offer for a lost dog with contact through the Herald office.
Mrs. Maude Crafton of Belleville Illinois reports years of irregular menstruation cramps and nervous distress eased after using Cardus. She says half a bottle improved her condition and full use brought strong health benefits. Thousands of women testify Cardus helps. If it does not help consult a physician. Price 1.
J. E. Chandler, a former resident and longtime Herald reader, renews for 1935 as neighbors note his pleasant Brownwood surroundings and steady progress. Visitors include Jesse Waters, W. W. Stewart, Bulan Wiley moves in, Leila Woolley and Wilna Ramsoeur attend the funeral of J. Felton Lane in Hearne. Lost dog alert offers $5 reward for a black and tan male hound.
Mr. W. M. Henderson of Jasper Florida reports twenty years of use with Thedford s Black Draught for constipation. He says it relieves dull ache headaches and fatigue and that a few doses make him feel as good as new. He keeps it at home for his large family and notes children like the syrup sold in 25 cent packages.
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