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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1917
Page
1
The display shows the new Cameron fire engine operating with three two inch streams reaching 150 feet. Chief Monta Thomas leads the Cameron firefighters with R. P. Jeter R. L. Batte Jr. and Hubert Hefley among the crew.
President Wilson addresses the Senate outlining the United States right to participate in shaping a lasting European peace. He calls for a universal covenant to enforce peace framed by American principles and insists terms must justify global support and durability. The speech signals a dramatic shift in foreign policy and recognition of direct U.S. voice in postwar arrangements.
The Girl's Missionary Society held a social at Miss Mildred Chambers' home with music and refreshments. Evangelist Caleb A. Ridley was announced for a Baptist church revival starting February 4 1917, with favorable endorsements from noted pastors and local officials.
Tuesday afternoon farmers and citizens witnessed a terracing demonstration by Quicksall Olson and George Banzhaf at the old Batte homestead west of town. The land, washing for years, is to be reclaimed and value increased. The home’s lumber came from Houston long ago by ox wagons and was among the first plank houses in the area. Deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife were noted near the site.
Notice states worship at All Saints Episcopal church this Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Rector A. B. Peeby invites all to attend.
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