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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1895
Page
4
Classified notice lists Oscar F McAnally and Mrs J McAnally as associates with Cameron Texas postal handling. Public notice references address and mail matter status in Cameron.
The piece argues that free silver coinage does not guarantee universal mint activity. It cites historical per capita coinage, Bland-Allison output, and expert authority to claim a 16 to 1 ratio would push gold out of circulation and create a silver standard, while noting public sentiment and economic premises shaping the dispute.
The Hera vp discusses monetary policy options amid silver free coinage debate. It rejects the 16 to 1 standard and favors a bi metallic approach or reducing gold content in high denomination coins. The piece cites public sentiment, economic theory, and political strategy within the Democratic party and notes party cohesion and funding concerns. Weather Prophet Foster is also mentioned regarding plant nourishment theory.
Senator Mills is not engaged in writing interviews about money issues and remains at home in Corsicana, Texas. The statement clarifies his activities and location amid public interest.
Some Chicago aldermen have been indicted for accepting bribes. The Tyler fruit palace is open this week.
The Temple Tribune notes the appearance of the first bale of new cotton, ginned at San Diego in Duval County on Tuesday. The 526 pound bale owned by Leon Poas was shipped to L. & Hi. Blum in Galveston and decorated with ribbons. Weather delays put this bale about 10 days later than last year.
The Port Worthan Mall-Pelegram and other papers discuss economic concerns including oleomargarine as a dairy substitute, road quality for better stock, and local politics. Candidates for Congress are named, with notes on support and opposition across Marlin, Limestone, Falls, and Milam counties.
The piece notes populists oppose free coinage of silver and expects farmers to hold cotton for 8 to 10 cents a pound. It praises the Cameron Herald for its fourteenth volume and lauds editor McAnally and his wife for launching a new paper, Cameron should be proud.
The Giddings News quotes Sam Jones accusing modern marriage of becoming a mercantile institution. He claims clubs replace homes, wives become society ladies, children are nuisances, and life is driven by fashion, schooling, and public amusements. He portrays children raised by nurses, sent to schools, and pushed toward society, with both sexes indulging in dime novels and low-cost footwear.
A toast to editors at a New York City gathering of Democratic editors features humorous jests about editors lives, fortunes, and the press. The speaker praises press traditions while poking fun at poverty, jokes, and the bond among journalists.
Dr J A Fields of Giddings wed Miss Nora Boyd at Rockdale on July 3 Elder T Smith officiated. They left for Virginia and will tour the East before returning to Giddings after September 1. Witnesses included Miss Minnie Williams Dr Kennard and Miss Maggie Boyd.
Thanks extend to Mr A J Raymond and his wife for a memorable July 4 gathering at their lawn lit with Japanese lanterns in Branchville Texas. Guests enjoyed ice cream and a jovial mood as the clock marked late hours.
Regular council session with roll call excluding Alderman Ralston. Minutes approved. Melver’s absence fine remitted. Finance committee granted more time. Bills approved for Branch, Senz, Caldwell, Clarke & Coutts, Holcomb, Hefley, and others. Discussion on repairing the colored school house foundation and a petition from Cameron Waterworks and Cameron Compress for hydrants and mains. action referred to committees.
The partnership Arnold and Moo dissolves by mutual consent. Fire Insurance Companies represented by the firm will continue as separate agencies. July 1 1895. Sale dates July 20 and August 3 31 with return by Tuesday after. Round trip from Ceron to Island City only 3.25 dollars. Weekend excursions to Island City offered in warm months.
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