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Newspaper

Cameron Herald

Location

Cameron, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1940

Page

2

Personal Mention and Local Visitors in Cameron and Area

Local notes report Mrs. R. L. Batte recovering at home after illness. Mrs. Tommie Wright visits her parents in Cameron before returning to Graham with her son Tommie Jr remaining for summer. Bus iness visitors include Tom Turner of Curry and Jerome McAtee of Burlington. Philco radio service ads and tube recommendations appear amid community mentions.

Tommie Wright W. P. McCall Graham Tommie, Jr

Austin Woman Visited Here With Her Mother

Miss Harrett Flinn of Austin spent the weekend here with her mother Mrs. E A Flinn.

Harrett Flinn Austin E. A. Flinn

Former Dryer Shop Worker Named Head Repair Man

N. C. Cloud, previously with Henry Dryer shop, accepts the role of head repair man at Green & Boedeker Furniture store.

N. C. Cloud Henry Dryer Green & Boedeker Furniture

Bridgewater of Ben Arnold Visits Cameron on Tuesday

Co. T. Bridgewater of Ben Arnold was in Cameron on business Tuesday, meeting local contacts and inspecting operations. The visit highlighted regional commerce ties and potential collaborations between Cameron firms and Bridgewater's company.

Co. T. Bridgewater Ben Arnold Cameron

O A Booker Transacts Business in Cameron

O A Booker of Ben Arnold trans acted business in Cameron on Wednesday. The brief item notes his presence and activity in Cameron without further details.

O. A. Booker Ben Arnold Cameron

Temple couple visits Mrs Posey with family

Mr and Mrs Earl Adrian and their children of Temple spent Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs Mary V Posey.

Earl Adrian Temple Mary V. Posey

Couple heads to Rochester to fetch daughter for summer stay

Mr and Mrs George Mode traveled to Rochester New York on Saturday to bring their daughter Cath erine Mode to Cameron for the summer months She had attended college there for the past year Mr Mode became ill during the trip and returned to Cameron on Tuesday

George Mode Rochester New York Catherine Mode Cameron

Mr and Mrs M G Cox and Mildred Thornton shop in Waco

Mr and Mrs M G Cox and Miss Mildred Thornton were seen shopping in Waco on Monday, detailing a social outing with local ties and the presence of prominent residents.

M. G. Cox Mildred Thornton Waco

Baytown man visiting Cameron relatives noted

Ben Walker of Baytown is visiting relatives and friends in Cameron. Miss Bertha Eleanor and a sister, both of Hubbard, are also visiting relatives in Cameron.

Ben Walker Baytown Cameron Bertha Eleanor Hubbard

Public Welfare Aide Assists Cameron Investigation

Mrs. Mary Snider of Giddings from the Department of Public Welfare travels to Cameron to aid Edith Jones and S. M. Calloway in finishing an old age assistance inquiry by July 1.

Mary Snider of Giddings Department of Public Welfare Cameron Edith Jones S. M. Calloway

Barrett son of Yarrellton lands job in Austin

Charlie Barrett a 1937 Yee High School graduate and son of Mr and Mrs Jesse Barrett of Yarrellton has accepted a job in Austin. He previously worked for Stewart's Grocery in Cameron and now has a better position in the city.

Charlie Barrett Yee High School Jesse Barrett Yarrellton Austin Charles Stewart’s Cameron

Mrs Randolph Williamson Spends Thursday in Bryan

Mrs Randolph Williamson spent Thursday socializing with friends in Bryan, a brief outing noted in local society columns.

Randolph Williamson Bryan

Mrs Howard and kin visit in Waco and Shreveport

Mrs. C. E. Howard of Waco, Mrs. J. D. Howard and son of Shreveport Louisiana, and Mrs. John Richardson of Waco spent Wednesday with Mrs. J. F. Howard.

C. E. Howard Waco J. D. Howard and Son Shreveport, la John Richardson J. F. Howard

Band Members Celebrate With Barbecue At City Park

Cameron band parents hosted a barbecue for Yee High Band members Monday night at City Park then funded a theater party enjoyed by band members and parents alike.

Cameron Band Yee High

Illness Notice From Seaton Visit Highlights

Hisses Josie and Mary Zalesky were ill with the measles. Johnnie Plsek, Gusta and Alphonse Mikulee were Seaton visitors Sunday.

Josie Mary Zalesky Johnnie Plsek Gusta and Alphonse Mikulee Seaton

Miss Bessie Macal Returns to Work After Illness

Miss Bessie Macal has been ill at her home and is now able to be at work again, resuming her duties.

R. L. Batte Bessie Macal

B F Godfrey of Gause Visits Cameron Tuesday

B F Godfrey from Gause visited Cameron on Tuesday for an unannounced stop. He spoke with locals and toured the town briefly before continuing his journey.

B. F. Godfrey of Gause Cameron

Miss Anna Margaret Lamb Visits Cameron From Burlinston

Miss Anna Margaret Lamb of Burlinston spent Friday visiting Cameron, where she toured local sights and met residents during her brief stay.

Anna Margaret Lamb Burlinston Cameron

Two Church Delegates Attend Summer Conference at TCU Fort Worth

Katherine Allen and Elaine Young represent First Christian Church as delegates to the Young People's Summer Conference at TCU Fort Worth. Activities start Sunday and run through the next Saturday noon, with plans to return home Saturday night.

Katherine Allen Elaine Young First Christian Church Tcu Fort Worth

Charles Manning and Clyde Copus Visit Waco on Trip

Charles Manning and Clyde Copus made a business trip to Waco one night this week.

Charles Manning Clyde Copus Waco

Betsy Bonnet Visited San Antonio Relative’s Home

Betsy Bonnet of San Antonio visited in the home of her uncle John B. Hederson and wife last week.

Betsy Bonnet San Antonio John B. Hederson

Louis Cabron Visited Cameron on Saturday

Louis Cabron of San Antonio was listed as visiting Cameron on Saturday in the local note.

Louis Cabron San Antonio Cameron

Burlington Man Connected To Cameron Business Transaction

Paul Olbrich of Burlington trans acted business in Cameron Saturday,Formal records show he completed a local commercial exchange and filed related paperwork as required by the Cameron authorities.

Paul Olbrich Burlington Cameron

Marriage of Miss Glidden and Frank Hubert in Orange

A marriage of interest to many friends over the state was solemnized Saturday evening at First Methodist church in Orange. Miss Mary Julia Glidden of Orange became the bride of Frank Hubert son of Dr. J S Hubert of Cameron. He is band director at Orange after finishing studies at Austin and the Texas University. They will reside in Orange after a short wedding trip.

Orange Mary Julia Glidden Frank Hubert J. S. Hubert Cameron Austin Texas University Frank

Mrs G W Mennis Returns to Dallas After Visit

Mrs G W Mennis who had been visiting her mother Mrs Tom Den son returned to Dallas last week. She was accompanied by her mother who will spend a couple of weeks with her.

G. W. Mennis Tom Denson Dallas

Couple ends visit with family in city

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Wine conclude a brief stay with her mother Mrs. Bob Wiley. They were joined by Mrs. Tom Paul who has been visiting here with relatives in San Antonio.

Russell Wine Bob Wiley San Antonio Tom Paul

Burlington Man Visited Cameron on Saturday

John O Neill of Burlington visited in Cameron Saturday.

John O'Neill Burlington Cameron

Sell family returns from vacation to Burnet lake trip

Wm. A. Sell and family have returned from a vacation at Buchannan Lake near Burnet. Mr. Sell was back in the First National Bank Saturday to the delight of his friends.

Wm. A. Sell Buchannan Lake Burnet Mr. Sell First National Bank

Woodmen Circle Plans June 25 Picnic at City Park

The Woodmen Circle held a Tuesday evening meeting at the K of P Hall with Mrs. Katherine Chandler presiding. They organized an afternoon picnic scheduled for June 25 at City Park.

Woodmen K. of P. Hall Katherine Chandler City Park

Buckholts Visitor B M MacMillion In Cameron

Buckholts businessman B M MacMillion visited Cameron on Tuesday for commercial talks and errands.

Radio repairs for any make or model at Philca Radios

We repair any make or model radio. Call 104 or 580 for service and parts. See us at Philca Radios for expert help and quick turnaround.

Philco Philca

Fort Worth and Arlington Women Visit Streetman Family

Mrs. Paul Wynne of Fort Worth and Miss Ina Lipscomb of Arlington visited their brother and cousin Emett Streetman and family. Miss Lipscomb is the daughter of the late Wyatt Lipscomb who served as sheriff for Milam county in the late eighties.

Paul Wynne Fort Worth Ina Lipscomb Arlington Emmett Streetman Miss Lipscomb Wyatt Lipscomb Milam County

Business visitors in Cameron visit Waco hosts

A Cameron visitor reported that Mr. and Mrs. W. C. McClellan of Waco called on Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cheeves Friday night.

W. C. McClellan Waco Frank Cheeves

Miss Bonnie Turner Visited Sister in Lampasas

Miss Bonnie Faye Turner spent the past week with her sister in Lampasas, enjoying family time and local visits.

Bonnie Faye Turner Lampasas

Harold Bartlet Visit in Cameron Saturday

Harold Bartlet will visit Cameron on Saturday afternoon with friends for a social gathering. The event is expected to draw local residents and guests from nearby areas.

Harold Bartlet Cameron

W C Brown of Maysfield Visits Cameron

W C Brown of Maysfield was a business visitor in Cameron on Saturday, meeting with local merchants and inspecting storefronts before returning home.

W. C. Brown of Maysfield Cameron

Buck Darwin and William Price Visit in Temple

Mr and Mrs Buck Darwin and William Price were guests in Temple reflecting social activity of local residents. The visit highlights community ties and regional social pattern in the Temple area.

Mrs Harry Moore of Waco visits Cameron with her husband

Mrs. Harry Moore of Waco spent the weekend in Cameron with her husband. The brief social excursion highlighted visits to local sites and shared hospitality.

Harry Moore Waco Cameron

Catholic group at St Monica parish forms district conference

The St Monica parish Catholic organization held a Wednesday afternoon meeting to organize the National Conference of Catholic Organization for the Waco District. Guests included district president Mrs R P Halloran and Mrs T N King Mrs J McDonnell and Mrs Parsons of Waco.

Catholic Organization of St. Monica Parish National Conference of Catholic Organization Waco R. P. Halloran T. N. King J. McDonnell Parsons

Bendella Olson Visits in Austin Home of Mrs Brewer

Bendella Olson of Austin is visiting in the home of Mrs. Sam Brewer for the week, staying with relatives and enjoying local hospitality.

Bendella Olson Austin Sam Brewer

Tom Whites Makes Business Trip to Houston

Tom Whites traveled to Houston on Friday for a business trip. He met with local partners to discuss ongoing projects and potential deals during the visit.

Tom Whites Houston

Miss Willamae Folschinsky Visits Cameron Friday

Miss Willamae Folschinsky of Ben Arnold was visiting Cameron on Friday, staying briefly with local friends and noting the town’s sights.

Willamae Folschinsky Ben Arnold Cameron

Hayes Family Visiting at L. L. Walton Home

Mr and Mrs G Hayes and their son from Austin are visiting the L L Walton residence for a social call.

Mrs. G. Hayes Son Austin L. L. Walton

Experienced Czech or German maid for cooking and house work

Couple seeks a maid from Czech or German background to handle cooking and general house duties. Apply at Herald Office.

Herald Office

White Family Moves from Corsicana to Cameron

Mr and Mrs Harold White and their son Harold Jr relocate to Cameron to establish residence. Mr White is employed by Swift and Co in Fort Worth.

Harold White Harold, Jr Corsicana Cameron White Swift & Co Fort Worth

Former Ad Hall Resident Injured

Mrs. Alice Rhodes of Abilene an Ad Hall resident for over 25 years was reported in serious condition in an Abilene hospital after a fall in which her hip was broken and other serious injuries were sustained. Her sister Mrs. Albert McElwrath of Cameron and other relatives left Tuesday to be at her bedside.

Alice Rhodes Abilene Ad Hall Abilene Hospital Rhodes Albert McElwrath Cameron

Cameron Lions Observe Ladies Night June 25

The Cameron Lions Club will observe Ladies Night on June 25 at 8 o clock on the lawn of the W. E. Gaither home. Rev J W Mills pastor of First Methodist will deliver an address and Reese Turner will act as master of ceremonies. Invocation by Rev C C Acrey of First Presbyterian and new officers will be installed by District Governor H W Hughes of Temple.

Lions Club W. E. Gaither J. W. Mills First Methodist Church Reese Turner C. C. Acrey First Presbyterian Church H. W. Hughes Temple

Midgets Win First of Girls League Games

Midget team star Carolyn Cheeves hit two home runs and played third base flawlessly. Cameron residents hope this strong start signals more such performances in future games.

Carolyn Cheeves Miss Cheeves Cameron

San Antonio Visitor Mary Lou Chaddick Meets Marjorie Denson

Mary Lou Chaddick of San Antonio has been visiting Marjorie Ann Denson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Denson.

Mary Lou Chaddick San Antonio Marjorie Ann Denson Joe Denson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Parma Radio Service Tom Turner Curry Jerome McAtee Donald Kilgore of John Watson J. P. Petty of Sharp Nell Kinslow of Oglesby Jerry Mikula Albert Richter Sharpe Emory B. Camp G. S. Baskin Cameron, Texas Lalla Meyers Beauty Curtis Lowe B. M. MacMillion of Buckholts Firestone Tractor Tires Firestone Batteries Home and Business Wyllis Chevrolet Bai AS Cameron ‘Theatre Man Vince Price Nan Grey Waterloo Bridge Vivian Leigh and Robert Taylor Lynn Barr Jean Davis Lionel Barrymore and Lew Ayres B.C Carole Landis Lon Chaney, Jr Vilain Knights OF the Ranch Russel Hayden Red Circle
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