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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1924
Page
2
The record lists WwW with C Triggs and E G West as officers including President Vice President and Secretary Treasurer, indicating a brief organizational appointment.
Cash in advance required for political notices. Announcements run in order of payment. Fees include personal candidacy mention. All political content billed at regular advertising rates.
The Herald announces candidates for the July 26 1924 Democratic Primary. Listed are Governor Lynch Davidson. Congress Sixth District Luther Johnson. State Senator Harry P Jordan. Legislature W K Galbreath Jr. Fictorial Representative Co M Beard. District Judge John Watson. County Judge Jeff T Kemp reelected. County Superintendent J O Hughes Mrs Katherine Robbins. Sheriff Druers Rogers L L Blaylock. County Treasurer R Todd Sanford Gore L B Fikes. Tax Assessor Miss Lelia Woolley. Bounty Clerk H M Roark Lilian Atkinson. Tax Collector Roy Law W E Coley. Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 J M Ralston Ed F English. Constable Precinct 1 Chassens. Public Weigher Precinct 7 Ed Westbrook A N Bryson John Chollett. Commissioner Precinct 1 Chas Mars H A Fuchs John W Barrett. Commissioner Beat 38 R A Hairston. Commissioner Precinct 4 Luther McDonald.
The Bureau of Education with the American Legion and the National Education Association plans a fifth National Education Week for 1924. It will run November 17 to 23, the week before Thanksgiving, to highlight Americanization patriotism teacher training rural school improvement better facilities literacy eradication and physical education.
The plan designates November 17 to 23 as American Education Week with days for Constitution Patriotism School and Teachers Illiteracy Physical Education Community and God and Country. It calls on press churches national groups and clubs to support the campaign to strengthen education for all American children and citizens.
Working text alleges Ku Klux activity aims to sway voters for T W Davidson while Lynch Davidson is portrayed as prohibition’s standard bearer. Reports from 237 counties tie political trading to whisky interests, citing Dallas convention intrigue and preconvention caucus maneuvers involving Robertson backers and Non-partisan league delegates.
A confidential note alleges Firewater and T W Davidson eye non partisan backing while the Ku Klux Klan maneuvers for influence. The writer predicts cross pressures as Felix Robertson and others face competing factions and potential back room deals before the roll call.
James E Ferguson declared in Cameron that Mrs Ferguson is more popular than he and will win more votes if his name is not on the ballot. He was en route to Franklin to address a public gathering after conducting polls at his meetings.
The I O O F announces a chicken dinner at the Odd Fellows hall on Thursday night June 12 at 8 o'clock. Cameron lodge No 56 members are urged to attend and an out of town speaker will address the gathering.
May 31 data show raw water bacteria per cc at 2000 with Colon B. near Treated water bacteria per cc at 60 on June 4. J. E. Robinson, Chemist, notes results and comparisons between raw and treated water samples.
The American Bankers Association backs well organized co operative marketing to move farm products but says it cannot create special farmer benefits beyond normal supply and demand. Frank W. Simmonds told the National Council in Washington that co operative marketing is not a panacea and must follow economic laws. He endorsed private enterprise over government aid and urged orderly marketing as part of a broader agricultural solution.
Cameron readers report relief from backache and urinary troubles using Doan's Pills. Melvin Weems of E Second St describes kidney discomfort, sediment in secretions, and back soreness improved after taking Dean's Pills. Available at 60 cents from dealers. Tester-Milburn Co., Buffalo, NY.
A skin specialist promotes Mentho-Sulphur as a fast remedy for eczema and itching. The first application cools and comforts the skin, with rash and blotches said to heal promptly. Bowles Mentho-Sulphur is described as harmless and easy to use like a cold cream. Obtainable from druggists.
August Gurecky offers a selection of used Ford cars at bargain prices. Listings emphasize value and affordability for buyers seeking reliable older models.
Readable fragment notes a 1525 square foot business space for rent in a central location. No further details on price, exact address, or amenities are provided in the fragment.
The page lists a range of ads including a storefront opportunity with telephones, a patent remedy sale for skin ailments, a cattle pasture call near Buckholts, a brick store building for sale or rent in Ben Arnold, a Jersey cattle sale near Mt Calm, and a small poultry sale featuring White Leghorns. Many items include contact hints like Will Vaughan and J R Reynolds, plus price points and terms.
For sale Porto Rico yam plants with prepaid prices 300 plants at 1.40, 500 at 2.00, and 1000 at 3.60. Orders filled promptly by W. A. Belt at Flant farm Milano Texas.
The Houston Chronicle piece argues apathy let a Ku Klux minority control the recent Democratic convention, shaping the platform while sending dry delegates who favor McAdoo. It questions whether platform statements or delegate choices reveal true aims, and cites local Klansmen backing Mathis and Jones over Kirby and Watts amid prohibition debates.
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