Cameron Council Considers 25 Percent Electric Rate Rise
City of Cameron minutes show talks on raising electric rates by 25 percent or restoring to 20 cents per kilowatt hour. A committee including Aldermen Oxsheer Smith Dobbins and Hefley was appointed to study the proposal before any decision. The meeting covered routine bills and city finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Cameron
Holtzclaw
Hugo Slaughter
American LaFrance Engine Co
Water Power and Light Co
Tyson-Davis Co
Milam County
Cameron Herald
C. W. Lawrence
T. S. Henderson
Cameron Water and Power and Light Company
Light and Power
McLane
Oxsheer Smith
J. D. Dobbins
Henry Hefley
Mayor McLane Hosts Courteous Cantaloupe Spread
Mayor John B. McLane extended a unique courtesy on Tuesday evening by hosting a sumptuous cantaloupe spread at Tucker's Cream Parlor. City officials and their families, along with Milam County Enterprise and Cameron Herald staff, enjoyed delicious fruit punch and home grown cantaloupes from the mayor's own cultivation.
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John B. McLane
Tucker
Milam County Enterprise
Cameron Herald
Former Cameron Boy Killed in Action
The Arkansas City Daily News reports Shelton Beatty, a Cameron native, was killed in action in France. Beatty, about 22, enlisted in the engineer corps six months ago and quickly sent to the front after three weeks of training. He had long worked for the Santa Fe railway in Cameron and surrounding areas, rising from call boy to brakeman and earning high regard from colleagues. The city remembers a devoted son, brother, and friend, with details awaited. Miss Hazel Sisson arrives in Cameron to fill a stenographic post at Henderson-Kidd Henderson law firm, living with her sister Mrs. O L Kidd.
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Arkansas City Daily News
Arkansas City
Kan
Cameron
Shelton Beatty
Ed Dye
Rebecca Beatty
Tulsa
Okla
War Department
France
Shelton
Engineer Corps
Santa Fe
The
Hazel Sisson
Texarkana
Marie Gandy
Washington, D. C
0. L. Kidd
Kidd
Henderson-Kidd & Henderson
Local Constable Visits Herald to Renew Subscription
Constable W. E. Peel of Milan called at The Herald office on Monday to renew his subscription. He said the paper has been essential to him, noting he has read it for so long he could not do without it.
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W. E. Peel
Milano
Gill Couple Arrive in City as Captain Gill Enlists
Dr. J M F Gill and wife arrive in the city. He spends the day on business then returns, while Mrs Gill visits friends. Dr Gill has enlisted in the medical reserve corps of the U S Army and holds rank of captain.
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J. M. F. Gill
Austin
City
Estelle Case Settled Against Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe
Attorneys announce the JL L C Estelle versus Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe case settled for 23750 dollars for permanent injuries. Estelle, a train passenger, suffered a skull injury from a brass coat hanger during a December 10 1917 wreck near Caldwell. The incident involved Santa Fe passenger train No 16 and crew W W Johnson Beard Barry with U S Hearrel representing the plaintiff.
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JL. C. Estelle
Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe Railway
Santa Fe
Galveston
Cameron
Mile Post No. 160
Caldwell
U. S. Hearrel
Wallace and Chambers
District Court
Milam County
Federal Plan for Government Control of Telegraphs Favored
President Wilson endorsed legislation to authorize government control and operation of telegraph and telephone systems during the war. Burleson urged action as a paralysis threat looms, while Congress debates authority and potential use pending strike developments. Senator Sheppard introduced a matching House resolution.
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Wilson
Sims
Burleson
Commercial Telegraphers’ Union
Congress
Sheppard
Texas
House
John Neff Spends Weekend at Home with Kin on Route 1
John Neff spent the weekend at home with relatives and friends on Route 1 from Camp Bowie, gathering local support and respite after a busy week.
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John Neff
Rt. 1
Camp Bowie
Mock election school teaches proper voting for Milam County ladies
An announcement calls for a Friday afternoon session starting at 4 o clock for Milam County ladies at the Hobby headquarters in the former Triggs Dry Goods building. The event aims to show how to vote so ballots are not rejected on election day and invites all Milam County women to attend.
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Cameron
Hobby
Triggs Dry Goods Company
Milam County
Robbery at Pace Marshall Drug Company in Cameron
The Rexall Store in Cameron was robbed Sunday night. Jewelry and silverware disappeared from the stock after the back door was found unbarred. Manager F E Jackson and night watchman Adams reported no initial signs or witnesses, with alarm widening after Monday morning checks.
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Pace-Marshall Drug Company
Rexall
Cameron
F. E. Jackson
Adams
Mr. Jackson
Jackson
Willard Chambers Acquires Half Interest in Chambers Auto
Willard Chambers of Chambers Auto and Supply Co. sells his half interest to H. W. Hefley on July 2. After further consideration, Willard purchases W. W. Chambers half stake. Hefley takes management. Willard moves to Bryan to oversee operations.
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Willard Chambers
Chambers Auto & Supply Co
H. W. Hefley
Willard
W. W. Chambers
Willards
Hefley
Bryan
Dan Cass of near Gause runs Cameron business Monday
Dan Cass, from near Gause, operated a business in Cameron on Monday, according to local notices. The report notes Cass conducted routine commerce and engagement with Cameron residents during the day.
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Dan Cass
Near Gause
Cameron Monday
Story Hour grows with Cameron children at park
The Civic League and Mothers Club of Cameron report the largest turnout yet for their story hour. Miss Edna Sprinkle read stories to about forty youngsters, followed by ice cream donated by a generous local resident. Next Friday Miss Bessie Gillis will host with a Victrola and folk games, inviting all Cameron children up to eight years old from 7 to 8 pm.
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Civic League and Mothers Club of
Cameron
Edna Sprinkle
Bessie Gillis
Milam County Hears of W S S Campaign Victory
T S Henderson announces a successful W S S campaign on June 28 in Milam County. He thanks school trustees for support as returns are tabulated and promises a detailed report next week. He commends every school district for honest effort.
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Milam County
T. S. Henderson
Estelle Coleman Hosts Swimming Party on Little River
Miss Estelle Coleman entertained Monday evening with a swimming party and picnic on Little River honoring guests Miss Annie May and Miss Isabelle Camp of San Gabriel. Guests traveled by car to a sandbar below the old bridge then returned to the hostess home for a dance.
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Estelle Coleman
Little River
Annie May
Isabelle Camp
San Gabriel
Old Bridge
Mrs Willard Chambers Hosts Isabelle Camp Dance
Mrs. Willard Chambers honored guest Miss Isabelle Camp of San Gabriel with a dance at their home Saturday night. Fifteen couples attended and the event continued until a late hour with ice cream and cake served.
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Willard Chambers
Mrs. Batte Returns From Somerville Tennessee
Mrs. R. L. Batte Sr. has returned from Somerville Tennessee.
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R. L. Batte, Sr
Somerville, Tenn
Free City Delivery Rally in Cameron Club Notes Progress
The Cameron Commercial Club met in the district court room last Friday to push Free City Delivery for Cameron. Leaders reported letters from Senator Culberson Congressmen Hardy and Postmaster General Burleson supporting delivery. The group planned routes, prepared for an inspector, and coordinated with civic groups on park improvements. Members approved club emblems, honored County Agent George Banzha as an honorary member, and shifted meeting time to 8:20 PM. Bills for Auditorium Hotel and local printing were paid before adjournment.
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Cameron Commercial Club
District Court Room
Cameron
W. W. Chambers
Chas. Culberson
Rufus Hardy
Senator Culberson
A. S. Burleson
T. B. Wooten
Post Office Department
Civic League
Mothers Club
Civic Improvement Committee
C. W. Lawrence
George Banzha
Comercial Club
Wilson
Auditorium
Cameron Herald
Bastin Bros. Mfg. Co
Mr and Mrs Harvey Caldwell Move to Sedberry House
Mr and Mrs Harvey Caldwell moved Monday into the residence formerly occupied by Jim Sedberry and his family, taking over the dwelling previously home to the Sedberry family.
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Harvey Caldwell
Jim Sedberry
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Water Power and Light Company
Mayor McLane
Cameron Boy
Kansas
L. C. Estelle
Gulf Colorado & Santa Fe Railroad
Business Ghange
Mrs. Willard Chambers
Washington
Commercial Club
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