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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1925
Page
1
Our Town Tuesday night the city council will meet to discuss issuing 100000 in city warrants. The editorial opposes bond issuance on economic grounds and warns it would place the will of the people behind a 15 year debt.
R Q Lee, newly elected president, pushes farm diversification to raise prices and avoid cotton dependency. He notes Cisco, nicknamed the Freg Basket of Texas, benefits from a proactive chamber and warned that a single crop, especially cotton, hurts local prosperity and markets.
Reports from Cameron indicate about one inch of rain fell near Branchville and on nearby farms. The moisture should help dry planted cotton emerge and push the crop already up, with further strong rains statewide expected to lift county crop prospects.
The American Legion posts in Cameron and Rockdale discuss a joint July 4 celebration with horse racing as the feature. If approved, Rockdale would host the meet due to Cameron lacking suitable grounds. Races are planned for June 19 in Rockdale and feature quarter, three eighths, half mile, and mile events with cash prizes and participation from breeders and trainers beyond Milam.
Rain fell lightly in Cameron and near Buckholts and Rogers while Marek Wokaty and south toward Little River saw more showers. Crops especially cotton benefit, though Burlington Ben Arnold area stayed dry. Tanks broke in places as rainfall improves conditions in parts of the county.
A bill passed by the legislature and signed by the governor allows gasoline sales on Sundays effective on and after June 19. Motorists in Cameron and several Texas towns can now obtain fuel on Sundays as filling stations open for Sunday service.
More than 600 people flooded River Beach on Sunday drawing crowds for swimming, picnics and parties. Promoters John Burke and Cecil Cone praised the turnout and said the shady pool, new bath house, cold drinks, sandwiches, spring boards and rafts ensure enjoyment, safety and convenience for bathers.
The old Wilkerson home near the grammar school has been rented to Mrs Barrett, daughter of Jas Otts, for a first class boarding and rooming house. They moved from a Cameron area farm to the city to operate the enterprise. Uncle Jim Otts, pioneer of the county, born at Old Washington on the Brazos, returns as a citizen.
Fred B. Cable cashier of the First National Bank reports a consignment of Travelers Cheques for the vacation period. He invites customers and friends to secure the amount needed to ease travel. Cheques are cashable anywhere and convenient for trips.
The pastor will preach Sunday morning and evening at the usual hours. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. R. S. Marshall.
Former governor and vice presidential candidate Charles W. Bryan addresses a Chautauqua audience praising lower public utility rates and a commission form of government. He recalls his Lincoln mayorship reducing light and power costs and expanding fuel reforms nationwide during his tenure.
The new law forbids Klan parades in Texas after June 19 unless participants march with hoods off. Rep Mankin of Williamson County wrote the measure, and the Governor signed it as a platform demand.
Miss Velda Walker’s class attended the river rescue scene last week. She secured parental permission and did not chaperone the three boys to the river without consent.
Rain fell from Monday across parts of the county, ranging from half to three inches. Heaviest totals were west of Ben Arnold in the blackland belt, with 2 to 3 inches along the J. W. Coleman Lack farm and adjoining areas. Wind damage occurred near B. P. Atkinson, and several barns were torn down by a wind storm. Rain aided crops in the Santa Fe area and near Rockdale, while Branchville saw a rare inch of rain after a dry year. Cotton better sized to withstand heat. corn and cane still uncertain, with potential for normal cotton if conditions hold.
The city council plans to issue 100000 in warrants to the Garret Company of Dallas at six and two quarter percent interest. Proceeds will cover Cameron Banks overdrafts and retire outstanding warrants. The measure follows defeated bond proposals and the council has authority to issue warrants without a public vote. A possible injunction is not yet decided. The council meets Tuesday June 16 and warrants may run fifteen years though specific maturities are unavailable.
C W Read severs relations with Jackson Read Drug Store Cameron and will no longer be connected with Mr Jackson. Hill of Austin will take charge of the Cameron store within days. Alvin Dusek remains in the business. Read may move to a larger city for new offers.
Mr and Mrs Stuart McCarty of the Nashville Bridge traveled to Cameron as business visitors this week, meeting local contacts and engaging in discussions likely benefiting regional commerce.
Vic Balhorn opens Saturday June 13 a new cold drink fountain in Cameron tied to his cigar and shining parlor business. John Andres of Monday Texas will assist soon with funding. Balhorn seeks patrons to support the venture as the fountain debuts as a modern, attractive addition to his offerings.
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