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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1904
Page
5
The committee announces H. Kane as a candidate in Milam County District 11 for the district clerk position. The bid is subject to the Democratic primary.
Local official J Ralston declares candidacy for re election as mayor of Cameron Illinois at the upcoming city election. Voters will decide on his continued leadership in the town.
Authorized to announce R. Tedman and En Hooks as candidates for city marshal in the upcoming April election. Also listed is L. Fordwell as a candidate for reentry to the marshal office in the ensuing city election.
A local official declares candidacy for re election as City Secretary at the upcoming election, outlining intent to continue duties and serve the city in the post.
February weather prompts New Beach Studio to relocate to ground floor north of First National Bank. Expanded space, better light, no stairs, with photo sizes from cramp to life size. Permanent results guaranteed by E. Beach, proprietor.
On January 20 1904 at the bride’s West Cameron home Lee Pitts and Louise Jolie were married with Rev Jas A Challenner officiating. A reception followed with lively cake ring and dime superstitions. Also Ed Thompson of near Beaumont married Violetta McLerran in Cameron. Dr J C Jones a Gonzales surgeon and Confederate veteran died in Cameron. Prof J C Mayfield of the Wokaty School visited Cameron last Saturday and will contribute to The Herald.
Mr. Ed Ross of near Cavilla left for California to make it his future home and ordered The Herald sent to his new address. A blizzard hit Cameron, with Monday night the coldest of the winter and Tuesday bringing thick ice. Mr and Mrs J F Davis of Giuse visited Cameron relatives last week and returned home Monday. Davis owns fifty hogs and ample farm resources.
The Texas and Pacific Railway offers a single fare round trip from all points with sale dates February 10 to 15, 1904, final limit February 20. A 50 cent extension to March 5 is available. For details contact any T P Ticket Agent or E P Turner General Passenger Agent Dallas Texas.
On January 23 Miss Florine Lampoon hosted the Smart Set in Cameron. After a seven game battle, Miss Lena Arriett won the club prize, a hand painted bag, with Mrs Wofford and Mrs Hearrell tying for the guest prize.
A brief ad invites customers to try on items and experience fitting services. The casual offer emphasizes personal attention and hands on selection to help choose garments. The lines convey a showroom mood encouraging engagement and trial.
The event featured a consolation prize of an olive fork for Miss Lilla Smith. Elegant refreshments offered two courses as Miss Florine Sampson, renowned hostess, hosted guests including Mesdames Watson Bertram J Cass Thomas Hearrell Wofford Boyles Alvin Pool and Miss Watson of Dallas.
Miss Evelyn McLane hosted the J U G Club on Saturday for a lively game of forty two using quaint initial score cards. Miss Elia McIver won the visitors prize, a hand painted platter, with Mrs M S Bond close behind. Lizzie McCord received the club prize, a lace handkerchief. Guests included Mesdames Geo Clement and Bond and Misses Alma Black Vogel Reed and Grace of Chili cothe Missouri. Cameron school trustees face need for more room as attendance climbs. Tae HERALD subscribers are urged.
Public notice outlines weekend program for a county church meeting in Tracy beginning Friday evening. Sessions include sermons by Standley Watson Lincoln Scroggins Kyle and others with devotions discussions and a Lord's Supper on Sunday and a Bible school session. An invitation requests all members and church leaders attend.
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