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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1972
Page
1
Milam County reports 16 known screwworm cases among about 72 000 cattle as two mild winters allow northward migration from South Texas and Mexico. Milam agent Bill McCutcheon explains sterile fly drops target future generations to curb the problem and notes wider regional impact.
The report notes a recurring cattle infestation along the Texas Mexican border, with planes from Temple patrolling Milam County. Federal funding supports the program as a warning for smaller operators while experienced cattlemen recall past outbreaks. If winter becomes harsher next year, elimination may extend further north.
Hearne city leaders instruct Mayor Jake Abrams and City Manager E. C. Suggs to intensify law enforcement against bootlegging and narcotics within Hearne. A council member cited above average illegal liquor sales for a town of its size and noted drug trafficking concerns.
A Caldwell 500 gallon pumper from five Texas fire departments will be rebuilt at Texas A&M University during the 43rd annual Texas Firemen's Training School July 16 to 21. The Caldwell truck will receive minor repairs after a six year old overhaul at the school.
About 2,000 people attended Rockdale's Love America Day featuring Debbie Kay and a fiddlers contest. Rain slowed crowds earlier, but evening clearing allowed carnival rides and fireworks to finish the day with winners in three fiddling categories.
About 15 000 Central Texans watched Belton parade as Rains shortened the rodeo. State Sen Bill Patman gave the feature address with guests Rep and Mrs W R Poage State Sen Murray Watson and others from Killeen Harker Heights Belton Temple. Snook sets August 5 election on local sales tax. Rosebud grants 123241 for Follow Through program two year funding nutrition social work medical dental and staff development.
Milam County banks report a 6.5 million year to year rise in deposits as of June 30 with all five banks showing gains Rockdale State Bank and Citizens National Bank each up more than 2.2 million The regional uptrend mirrors broader Central Texas economic gains Milam Bell and Falls counties show a 14.55 percent rise since 1971.
Farmers Home Administration loaned 1,449,390 in Milam County in the year ending June 30. Loans were split between housing and rural water extensions with Cameron reporting 22 housing starts. Ivey noted 626,910 went to 65 for rural housing and three water firms received 628,100 for line extensions benefitting 358 rural residents.
Martin installed as president of Cameron Lions Club at dinner at Cameron Community Center. New officers include William Watkins as first vice president Albert McCullin Jr as second vice president Roy Engram as third vice president Rev Jim Lafferty secretary treasurer Jim Bledsoe tail twister and new directors Roddy Holcombe Bill McCutchen Ed Foster Jim Woodum. Funeral services Sunday for Lydia Fuchs of Buckholt.
Cameron seeks at least 90 volunteers for the Red Cross blood mobile set to operate Wednesday July 12 at First Methodist Fellowship Hall. Organizers urge community participation to support blood drives and save lives.
Aluminum Company of America bought nearly 8,000 acres in the Laramie Mountains near Laramie Wyoming as part of a long term plan to secure future raw materials for alumina production. The purchase, valued above $1 million, hedges against bauxite limits and does not indicate an immediate shift to anorthosite.
Dr. Douglas Perrin begins a general medical practice with temporary offices at St. Edward Hospital Cameron and will relocate to the St. Edward Clinic once finished. He previously ran a clinic and hospital in Hamilton and practiced in Dimmitt.
Fifteen Cameron students attend Operation SHARP a two month pilot program funded by the State Mental Health and Retardation Department. Activities run weekdays 8:30 to 4 at Yee High Special Education building with daily exercise crafts games and a weekly swimming session. Donations for snacks are welcome.
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