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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
4
A Terrell newspaper column blends wartime notes with local civic pith and pro road funding appeals. It contrasts sacrifice with road building, criticizes political opposition, riffs on self reliance and politics, and lampoons prices and prestige while urging practical action and independent judgment.
The piece notes Mexico’s decision to enter the war against Germany after promises of aid from France in pesos or dollars. It mocks moralizing over crime and calls the July 1 auto traffic law a necessary, blunt tool to curb speed maniacs. It closes with a satire on dog protection versus harsher penalties for dog killers.
Letter from The Sun questions ongoing charitable appeals for Armenia and Syria as relief efforts seem blocked by the war. It argues shipments would be seized by enemy forces and urges readers to disregard appeals until funds are transparently used. It also notes governor salary costs and a Texas marketing concern with Irish potatoes.
The Baylor County Banner cites Catholic support for the war effort praising volunteers and bond purchases. The piece argues Catholics have shown loyalty in American history and cites figures from Dick Taylor’s corps to reinforce the claim.
Cameron merchants anticipate the biggest fall trade in Milam county history. The town aims to be the largest and best of its size in Texas, backed by aggressive business men. The Herald vows to carry their message weekly to cash paying readers and promises unmatched fall prices and bargains.
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