City water system clash sparks tax and bond concerns
A column warns Cameron residents about a bid to create a publicly owned water system. It argues two systems would force higher rates to cover bonds and maintenance, jeopardizing $150,000 in bonds while destroying pavement and straining city finances. It questions whether voters understood the plan and notes existing rights of the current supplier on Little River.
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Community Public Service Company
Little River
Power House
Cameron
City Primary Tuesday February Set for Officials and Utilities
Indications Thursday suggested no opposition to current city officials seeking renomination at the primary on Tuesday February 1. Saturday is the final date to file for a ballot plate. A full set of officials will be elected with ownership of public utilities playing a key role for two more years.
Basketball Benefit Game for Band in McGregor Friday
A benefit basketball game to aid the band is set for Friday at 7:30 in the gym. The main event features McGregor versus the Yeomen, with the Buckholts team to play Cameron afterward. Admission is 25 cents for children and 50 cents for adults, and the band will receive half the gate. The Yee High School band will parade downtown before the games and perform a short concert in the gym between periods.
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Ray O'Neil
Band Parents Association
Alex Triges
McGregor
Yeomen
Phe
Againogame
Buckholts
Cameron
Vaccination Urged to Lessen Smallpox Hazards
Dr. A S Epperson city health officer warns smallpox is circulating in Texas towns and may reach Cameron. He urges immediate vaccination for all unvaccinated in five years and notes Cameron druggists have fresh vaccine stocks to assist.
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A. S. Epperson
Texas
Cameron
Epperson
Dre Riypiperson
Roberts Store Moves to Smith Building in Cameron
Roberts 5¢ to $1 Store in Cameron will relocate to the Smith building adjoining the J C Penney store on February 1. The Smith building formerly occupied by C W Bradbury is being refinished for the Roberts store and is expected to be complete by early next week with stocks ready to move in. Formal announcement will be made next week.
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Roberts
Cameron
Smith
J. C. Penney
C. W. Bradbury
Chicken Supper in Burlington Sunday at Five
A chicken supper will be held in Burlington Sunday evening January 23 starting at 5 o'clock. The event is sponsored by the Altar Society of St. Michael's Parish to raise funds for the church. Rev. T F O'Sullivan announced the supper.
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St. Michael’s Parish
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T.F. O'Sullivan
St. Michael’s
Brooklyn Man Pleads for Parking Lot Collision
A Brooklyn man accused of hitting a pedestrian asked the court to consider his extenuation, claiming his vision was obscured by a large safety first sticker pasted on his windshield.
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Brooklyn
Southwestern Not Liable Says Jury in Smith County Case
A jury in District Court ruled Southwestern Life Insurance Co. not liable for extra benefits to Mrs. Vivian Green of San Antonio. Green’s estranged husband was found dead from a heart attack at the wheel while driving alone toward Cameron on June 6, 1984. The car left the roadway into a shallow ditch. no accident was involved. Justice John Thweatt of Maysfield issued the verdict.
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Ditch
Green
John Thweatt
Maysfield
Greer
Navasota
W.M. Brook
Cameron
Lampasas
Cross Will Speak Here January 25
Former Congressman O. H. Cross will discuss farm legislation pending in Congress in an address at the chamber of commerce meeting. The event aims to inform farmers on cotton production policy and potential stabilization efforts as the planting season approaches.
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Congress
O. H. Cross
Chamber of Commerce
Cross
Roosevelt
Cameron
Texas
Re-Election Sought by W H Stafford for City Office
W H Stafford city assessor and tax collector seeks re election in the nominating primary on February 1. He touts an efficient record and improved public service, noting duties in inventory blanks and tax records while maintaining courteous treatment of taxpayers and property owners.
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W. H. Stafford
Stafford
Buckholts P T A Lunch Plate Benefit January 22
The Parent Teacher Association in Buckholts hosts a plate lunch Saturday January 22 in the church building used by the women. Meals served 12 to 2 pm and 6 to 7 pm featuring chicken and dressing salad coffee and dessert. Proceeds benefit the school with a 25 cent plate price. Everyone invited.
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Parent Teacher Association
Buckholts
Milam County Farmers Near 300000 in Subsidy Cash
Payments to Milam county farmers under the government subsidy plan total about 300000 with checks soon to be received by cooperators. A parity payment of roughly 7.50 per bale is available to those who follow the 1958 plan. County agent Geo Banzhaf notes potential large sums from this source and suggests no compulsory acreage reduction is expected.
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Milam County
Geo Banzhaf
Congress
Muainy
Tyson Seeks Second Term as City Secretary Treasurer
Dana Tyson, Cameron city official, campaigns for a second term as secretary and treasurer. Voters face the Democratic primary on February 1, 1038. Supporters praise his service, budgeting role, and readiness to continue guiding city government.
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Dana Tyson
Mar. Tyson
Cameron
Toso
Tyson
Gene Smith Seeks Re Election as Cameron Marshal
Cameron’s celebrated marshal Gene Smith runs for another term subject to the Democratic primary on February 1, 1988. His supporters say his tenure has pledged protection and a fair administration of laws.
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Gene Smith
Cameron
Mr. Smith
Smith
Hollywood Hotel Opens at Cameron With Star Cast
The Cameron Theatre showcases Hollywood Hotel a two day run starting Sunday. Dick Powell and Louetta Parsons lead a star studded cast in a musical with catchy songs, magnificent sets and two famous band organizations. The film is a million dollar plus production and promises double value to audiences.
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Hollywood Hotel
Galaxy of Stars
Hollywood
Dick Powell
Louetla C. Parsons
Cameron Theatre
Warner
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