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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1919
Page
2
In Cameron Texas on January 23 1919 a local column discusses rain in West Texas and critiques the automobile tax law urging county benefits. The note warns subscribers to renew and cites the postal service rule about expiration. It closes with political quips about bolshevism and employment.
The writer muses on idle discontent leading to lawlessness and trouble while noting war ruin and diplomatic needs. They humor a beard growing Woodrow Wilson figure and predict West Texas crop volumes will surprise the world. The piece questions the value of chronic knockers versus doers and asks for verifiable achievements.
A speaker who attends each fire and criticizes firefighters from a safe distance is described as a nuisance. The text notes that such critics make it their business to be heard, even at fires.
The Marlin Democrat jokes about fire department critics during a blaze at the Maybell Inn. It notes onlookers stood away from danger while firefighters and water pressure worked to save property, calling detractors damphools in a tongue in cheek critique.
The legislature proceeds with aims including constitutional prohibition and female suffrage, with little expected upheaval. Oil discoveries may drive special legislation on mineral rights in school lands, while efforts to cut state payroll and consolidate agencies are anticipated but contested among members.
Governor Hobby last Saturday announced his personal staff, noting 15 civilian appointees and three from the Texas National Guard. The lineup includes Major W. N. Mayfield, Lt. Col. B. KR. Webb, and Major E. M. Reardon, along with a list of other named Texans from cities such as Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Beaumont, Wichita Falls, Range, Marlin, El Paso, Omaha, Waco, Sherman, Austin, and more.
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