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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1928
Page
1
This week the Herald cannot publish observations due to July Fourth closure and staff vacations. Readers are advised to watch for the old column next week as the paper resumes after a two week national holiday period.
Dr C Hardy urged unity in the Democratic Party at a Belton Rotary luncheon as he backed Governor Al Smith for president though not his personal choic e or the Texas delegation’s pick. He predicted strengthening Prohibition and urged electing solid lawmakers while praising the party as national in scope.
Ed Tompkins long resident of Cameron and partner in farming with T. S. Henderson Sr. died at his St. Monica California home after a paralytic stroke. Death occurred Wednesday night at ten o'clock. Funeral planned for Saturday. A telegram to Roy Law of Cameron announced the news. The Riverside Farm venture, once owned by Mr. Tompkins, was a notable enterprise. He was widely known locally and his passing brings sorrow to friends and relatives.
Coffield and Hale oil operators of Rockdale moved machinery on the L. M. Posey lease about six miles east of Cameron and expect spudding in about Monday The Guiberson Lease previously had a drilled well and they anticipate a small gas well on this property.
Country Club entertains members each Friday night with a rotating hostess. Members enjoy the new arrangements and the lively social gatherings.
Jed C. Adams, Democratic National Committeeman for Texas, asked D. W. Wilcox to convene the state Democratic Committee to create a broad party organization at all levels. He denounced Hoover Democrats and warned that Jim Crow issues and school integration could shape Texas politics if Republicans stay in power.
The Executive Committee of the Farmers Mutual Protective Association of Texas met in Cameron in its semi annual session. Officers present included J A Drozd and J N V ra with B P Motcha as Cameron attorney and A Stibor is editor. The group protects Texas farmers against fire and tornado and reports ten thousand policies covering property valued over 15 million dollars.
The Episcopal Church holds Evening Prayer and Sermon at 8 oclock on Sunday July 8 with Sunday School at 9 45 a m.
Delegates nominate Gov Alfred E. Smith of New York for president and Sen Joseph T Robinson of Arkansas for vice president on the first ballot. A long debate over the prohibition plank ends with a platform pledging strict enforcement of the Eighteenth Amendment and farm relief measures. The convention opens with prayers, anthems, and welcomes in Houston.
Ka rem Shrine Band leader Mr. Knox will direct the group at Yee High School Auditorium Tuesday night July 12. Cameron residents are promised a real musical treat as the celebrated musician and director presents the program in this local appearance.
The Cameron Herald reports Citizens National Bank shows deposits of 1 156 644.06 and resources of 1 529 08 42, largest in Milam County. First National Bank lists deposits 747 081.45 and resources 1 093 970.03, described as Milam County’s pioneer bank. Cameron State Bank figures unavailable. banks overall display solid but seasonally tight money conditions.
The narrative highlights Houston welcoming guests including Gavi Joan Bill Kate and Mary with tea and cake. Later, during the evening session, Claude Bowers the keynote speaker, extolled Democratic heroes, signaling a surge of party enthusiasm.
Reverend Tidwell of Dallas leads a one week meeting at the Church of Christ opening July 1. The day featured morning preaching, a dinner for members and visitors, and an afternoon song service led by the Temple Church choir.
Harold Jones, longtime associate of the Barmore Paint Shop, announces a new Cameron paint shop offering interior decorating and refinishing with spray on equipment. He also highlights skill in sign painting and promises up to date service in several painting lines.
Cameron Little Theater presented Lena Rivers at KK Hall last Wednesday drawing over six hundred tickets sold. The cast included Lena Rivers and a long list of local actors with J. A. Lindte directing, as the group promotes amateur acting and aims to affiliate with the National Little Theater organization.
August Seeker 65 a Brenham farmer died after a Sunday crash on the Cameron Minerva highway. His wife and two daughters plus a son were injured as their Essex sedan collided head on with Matthew Nichols in a Dodge touring car. Nichols was charged with negligent homicide and released on bond.
Rev Odell Jameson completes a ten day revival at Branchvil with Conway Tyson as song leader and Mrs Roy Yates as pianist. Eleven join the church during the revival six by baptism and five by letter. Miss Tadats Shirley, Temple Telegram news editor, leaves Cameron for Abilene to attend the State convention of the Business and Professional Women's Club.
Milam County held Fourth of July celebrations at San Gabriel Rockdale and Wayside Inn Cameron with a picnic crowd near 3000 at San Gabriel where Judge W C Davis urged Democrats to stay with the party. State Senator Edwear E K Witte spoke on education. Rockdale featured a racing program and other amusements. Elwood Cammer provided free barbecue and a large evening dance at Wayside Inn.
A Business and Professional Women's Club meeting at Wayside Inn elected officers for the year. Meta McCown was named president with Theresa Jensen as first vice president and Bessie Hefley as second. The group booked the play The Family Upstairs for January 1929 and thanked outgoing officers.
The Milam County Baptist Encampment will be held in Cameron City Park from August 12 to 17. Rev. E. D. Head of Baylor University will be the encampment speaker with courses on Sunday School B Y P U and WMU work.
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