Neff Calls Legislature to Resist Tax Increases
Texas Governor Neff submits a twenty seven page special session message urging no new taxes on property or business. He vows vetoes for any tax bills and pushes a Law Enforcement program to curb crime and reform punishment, with focus on liquor sales, suspended sentences, and quo warranto reforms.
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Austin
Tex
Neff
Corsicana
Mexia
Texas
Morris
Medina
Knights of Pythias Lodge Installation in Cameron
The Knights of Pythias Lodge in Cameron held an installation meeting Monday night installing officers for the term. Walter D. Thomas was elected Chancellor Commander to succeed R A Triggs. O W Crittenden was installed as Vice Chancellor. Other officers named include C C, O W Crittenden, V C, W Gillis, P C E Triggs, M of W R E Sharpe, M at A W W Chambers, I G J R Joslin, O G.
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Knights of Pythias Lodge
Cameron
Walter D. Thomas
R. A. Triggs
O. W. Crittenden
C. C. O. W. Crittenden
District Masonry Meeting Organized at Cameron Lodge
District Deputy Grand Master Ireland called a meeting of all lodges in Cameron Lodge to organize the district and appoint a committee to direct the district service. Judy W. G. Gillis of San Andres Lodge spoke on plans from the Austin conference with Grand Master Randell.
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Masonic Service Association
America
Ireland
Cameron Lodge
Judy W. G. Gillis
San Andres Lodge
Austin
Randell
Free Masonry
God
Bouyant
Milam County Banks Hold Over Two Million in Deposits
Bank deposits in Milam County total 2,240,433.66 according to last call statements. With near two and a quarter million on hand and harvest season approaching, prospects look favorable for the county’s farms and businesses through this fall and into next year. No business failures this year and conditions remain above average despite a money shortage and tight policy.
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Milam County
Ice Cream Supper At Marlow Baptist Church
Mrs. Brice Burnett announces an ice cream supper at Marlow Baptist Church on Friday night July 22 to benefit the church. Cameron residents are invited to attend.
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Marlow
Marlow Baptist Church
Brice Burnett
Cameron
Wilson Will Case Postponed to September Term
The Wilson will contest in the District Court, appealed from the county court after Judge Gillis ordered probate, was postponed to the September term after attorneys stated readiness. H. C. Ledbetter, Lizzie B. Wilson’s brother, seeks to block probate alleging mental unsoundness and undue influence. The estate is valued around half a million dollars. Jeff T. Kemp served as trade executor without bond. Mrs Kemp became administrator after probate in the county court. The case draws wide interest and will be detailed in The Cameron Herald.
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Wilson
Gillis
H. C. Ledbetter
Lizzie B. Wilson
Jeff T. Kemp
Kemp
Cameron Herald
District Court
Tax Valuation Cuts in Cameron City
A Cameron property valuation is reduced by at least half a million dollars from last year. Tax collector Dan Tyson notes the board of equalizers finished its work but no 1921 tax apportionment has been set. The city’s maximum $1.40 per $100 valuation rate remains in effect, lowering city revenues.
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Cameron
Dan Tyson
Board of Equalizers
Board of Education
Annie Webb Blanton
Capitol
State Board of Education
Texas
Electric Service Station Opens in Cameron
Cameron opens a drive in filling station with electric battery service for automobiles. Jack Owings of Austin establishes the first drive in filling station in Milam County, located in a new building near Milam County Lumber Company on Green lots.
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Cameron
Milam
Ferndell Thousand Island Salad Dressing Flavor Endorsement
Giles L. Avriett touts Ferndell Thousand Island salad dressing for its distinctive flavor.
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Ferndell
Thousand Island
Giles L. Avriett
Mrs Baldwin and son visit Beaty at Oakdale
Mrs. Ernest Baldwin and her young son have returned from a visit with Mrs. Thomas Beaty in Oakdale.
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Ernest Baldwin
Little Son
Thomas Beaty
Oakdale
Cameron Commercial Club backs city manager form for Cameron
A Cameron Commercial Club committee urges adoption of a commission city manager government and calls for an election in February 1922 to decide the change. The report notes favorable experiences elsewhere and recommends postponing the vote to allow current officials to serve their terms.
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Committe
Cameron
Commercial Club
Cameron Commercial Club
City of
Giles L. Avriett
C. R. Phillips
W. W. Chambers
Giles L. Arriett
W. W. Chanders
Texas
Come
W. B. Skelton
Robert McLane
W .W. Chambers
J. T. Parma
H. M. Hefley
Jac. E. Mangum
C. W. Lawrence
F. S. Lesovsky
W. G. Gillis
Monta Thomas
R. H. McIntosh
Geo. T. Graves
T. S. Henderson
W. M. Cobb
Jeff T. Kemp
GC. W. Lawrence
Neff Publishes Graft Charges Against Texas Officials
Texas Governor Neff submits a special message to the House detailing graft and mismanagement in the penitentiary system and state funds. He cites auditor reports, prior investigating committees, and documents held in his office to substantiate his charges.
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Austin
Texas
Neff
House
Mississippi
House of Representatives
Revival Meeting At Curry School House July 22
Rev. C. L. Spradley requests Herald announce revival starting July 22 at Curry school house near Cameron. Services begin 8:00 p m with Rev. C O Kelly of Waco preaching. Everyone invited. Spradley engaged in a meeting at Burron below Gause reporting progress.
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C. L. Spradley
Herald
Curry School House
Cameron
C. O. Kelly
Waco
Cameron club endorses city manager form of government
A Cameron commercial club committee reports favoring a city manager government after studying over a dozen Texas cities. The group urges February 1922 elections, notes on financial savings, and outlines proposed club actions and leadership changes as minutes are published.
Kindergarten Established at Cameron Public School
The Cameron Public School board established a kindergarten department to extend educational opportunities. Miss Sallie Kate McLane was elected to teach, with board support and anticipated operation next term. Ample appropriations are provided and attendance is expected to be strong.
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Kindegarden
Cameron
Sallie Kate McLane
Cameron Club
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K.P. Lodge
Eberstadt
Bryan Chamber of Commerce
Secretar Eberstadt
Cameron School
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