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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1918
Page
4
Mary Kilman of Rouse City Texas recounts months of severe side pain after childbirth, calling in doctors with no relief. She says a bottle of Cardus eased her misery within days and she recovered after three bottles, remaining well for six years. The ad urges others to try Cardus for headaches backaches and monthly discomforts.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Milam County Texas to fill a Rockdale post office route and potential future vacancies. Open to male citizens domiciled in the county who meet Form No 1877 requirements. Forms available from local offices or the Commission in Washington D C. Applications should be sent to Washington at the earliest practicable date.
From the Milam County Capitol list since the last report seven marriage licenses were issued. Fred Fricke wed Annie Schiler and Joe Brown Jr. paired with Tonie Seelke. Austin Rich and Tena Davenport joined, as did Sam Rose and Sedalia Onges. Sullivan Stephens and Ramae Davis tied the knot along with James L. Britton and Edith McCall. J C Alva and Louise Laire also certified to marry.
Several deeds recorded including J R Tyler to E L Lawrence for lots 6 7 8 in Johnson addition Thorndale at 1069.00, Mary C Arnold to T G Sampson half of Cameron block 47 at 8750.00, and multiple transfers in Bob Frazier and Acosta Holtzclaw grants totaling thousands.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a general strength builder. It claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the system for adults and children. The tone mirrors early 20th century patent medicine pitches.
A roundup of local events from Cameron includes a tax assessor candidate W H Duke of near Milano, a Mayfield party hosted by Stella Batte, a visit by Gov Bob Taylor to Cameron on the 19th to lecture The Paradise of Fools, teachers from Cameron attending Cavilla institute, a hay ride with four gray horses, and a series of upcoming marriage licenses for local couples. City Marshal Lee Batte returned from Chicago. constable W E Peel jailed L A and J H Hamil for perjury. Miss Mamie Steel of Lockhart and Miss Emma Lawrence of Longview visit Cameron residents.
An advertisement markets Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel. It claims calomel causes salivation, cramps, and nausea, while Dodson's product improves liver function without sickness, urging refunds if ineffective and noting suitability for children.
The Milam County District Court civil docket lists jurors for the fourth week of the January term. Court opens at 9 a.m. Monday, and summoned jurors must appear. excuses must be presented to Judge John Watson between now and then. Names include Hamilton, Marek, Reichert, Neill, Shelton, Elliott, Mowdy, Shhelman, Kennedy, Yager and others.
The early hatched chickens are not only the first to lay winter eggs but also the hardiest against disease and parasites. By midsummer, lice injure late hatched birds more, while early hatched ones have grown strong enough to resist. Early development before extreme heat aids summer survival.
Mrs Selena Tanner of Athens Ohio thanks the advertiser for Peruna. She says two weeks after starting the remedy her stomach pain ceased and her appetite returned, noting she now eats well. Tablets are also offered for those who object to liquids.
Notice states John Kelley estate probate of last will and administration sought by Oxsheer M. Smith in Milam County Texas. Hearing set February 4, 1918 at Cameron County Court. Clerk Jeff T. Kemp signs and seals the notice with official duty.
Notice to interested parties that Peter J Morris and Michael A Morris apply for probate of the last will of Michael Morris deceased. Hearing set Feb 4 1918 at Milam Court House Cameron Texas. Readers may appear to contest the probate. Return to be made from Cameron January 8 1918.
An old advertisement extols a malaria tonic as a universal blood enhancer for both adults and children, framing it as a true tonic despite modern medical cautions about malaria and unsafe remedies.
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