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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
2
A fragment notes mail matter of second class entered at Cameron Texas under the 1879 act of Congress with a specified amount of one dollar.
A discussion on constitutional suffrage in Texas notes soldiers may be barred from voting and questions whether primaries differ from elections. It contrasts women’s and soldiers’ suffrage, party conventions, and the role of constitutions versus statutes in shaping who may vote and who governs.
Officials announce an increase in postage rates forcing newspapers to raise prices. The policy aims to fund postal services, affecting distribution costs for local papers nationwide.
A concise maxim notes that politics harms some honest men while an honest man never harms politics, reflecting caution about political influence and integrity.
Prices for cotton climb again nearing thirty cents as analysts note scant visible pick in Texas and only limited prospects in other states. Market watchers warn of uncertain output and potential impact on futures as growers assess upcoming season.
In reflecting on political fervor we note that every elected official becomes our officer as well as the other person’s. This is the spirit of democracy and shared responsibility.
Bud Hornish of San Angelo in his Monthly observes that carrying religion into daily life is good, but warns many men let it not interfere with business. He notes dangers when religion and business clash, harming both personal conduct and those who trade with them.
Kellis, editor of Sterling City News-Record, oversees a concise desk producing brief local items. The paper covers community notices, school updates, and city happenings with a steady hand and period voice.
S D Bowles spent the weekend in the city. The advertisement touts Ballard's Snow Liniment as the remedy for back strain from bent work, claiming penetrating power and fast relief. Prices are 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle, sold by Pace Marshall.
Claims the tonic purifies and enriches blood while building up the whole system. Adults feel stronger and more vigorous as heat of summer weighs on weak and feeble people, with a touted strengthening effect after use.
A short ad advocates Chamberlains Tablets to relieve clogged bowels and digestive issues. It claims toxins are expelled improving headaches and indigestion and invites readers to try the remedy for real life enjoyment.
S P CROSS, a loan agent, urges readers to arrange money for land loans now for summer or fall realization. He invites inquiries and personal consultation.
A court order directs the Milam County sheriff to publish summons weekly for four weeks to L C Grant. The Citizens National Bank of Cameron sues for $688 plus interest and fees, seeks foreclosure of a deed of trust on Hermleigh property, and demands possession and relief with default noted. Return required by Sept 2, 1918, at Cameron Courthouse.
In Milam County Texas W T McAninch has filed for Letters of Administration for the estate of W D McAninch. The hearing is set for Monday August 6 1918 at the Milam County Courthouse Cameron Texas. All interested parties may appear and contest the application. Return of service required under penalty of law. Jeff T Kemp Clerk.
Ad for Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic touts destruction of malarial germs transmitted by the malaria mosquito. Product marketed at 60 cents.
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