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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1928
Page
4
The speaker reflects on March mornings and the memory of song sparrows returning, signaling change from winter to spring. The passage contrasts daily tasks with the renewal of life and hints at political manipulation behind grand messages. TheBirds represent a hopeful season and a critique of predatory politicians.
An essay on handshakes describes how a firm, quick clasp signals strength, independence, and sincerity while a limp or lingering grip reveals fatigue or evasiveness. It argues that a blind reader can discern character from a handshake, linking touch to personality and social intention.
The piece urges residents to engage in community progress beyond mere conformity. It highlights roles for churches, fraternal groups, business leaders, and educational clubs to boost development, stressing that time given weekly by motivated individuals accelerates local advancement.
The piece notes spring arriving officially March 21 but already evident in nature with rebirth and rejuvenation. It contrasts the calendar new year with the living year of spring and speaks of the renewal of life, hope, and plans that accompany the season.
The text argues spring is a natural, irresistible urge that compels birds to nest animals to burrow and humans to plan homes. It notes that neither birds nor beasts nor people understand why this impulse exists, yet spring remains the sole driving force behind these actions.
March is portrayed as the erratic middle child of the calendar year, born of winter and spring. It is seen as nature's sample case with weather ties to the crazy March hare and the lion and the lamb. Across the United States March signals winter's death and spring's birth, though early springs may clash with winds or snow.
A newspaper item notes that three quarters of motor vehicles are sold on credit while riders pay as they go. It mentions an \"evis poli\" mistaken for a ferocious animal and Vermont’s low reckless driving records with drivers seemingly going uphill.
The clipping notes fashion trends as gowns enable quick dressing while discussing comedic maxims about talkative hats, prudent spending, hypocrisy, revenge, and old adages about trains, trains and cowcatchers. It also mentions visitors and brief health notes, ending with wry reflections on conscience.
Evening prayer and sermon at 7:30 followed by Sunday School at 9 45 a m. Young People's Service League at 1 30 p m. Lenten services weekly on Thursdays at 10 p m and Fridays at 7 29 p m in the church.
Jim Pate mayor of Tracy and Milam County figure visits Cameron on Monday. He expresses optimism for 1928 and believes the county will return to normal conditions and better crop production. Pate formerly served as Milam County treasurer.
The church emphasizes its unique schedule with Saturday night preaching preceding Sunday services. crowds are strong and spirits high. Miss Cornelia Gunn of Cameron played piano during both hours as new members joined, including Boyd Chamberlain and the Gilberts with daughter Louise, plus Mr. and Mrs. Garrett.
The church reports a progressive deacon board with cooperative spirit. At Sunday night’s meeting a summer revival leader and a church paper were discussed. Growth continues as Mr Gilbert joined as fifth deacon and two more men may be ordained soon.
On Monday March 5 the Worker's Meeting will join us. We invite all members to contribute their part to extend Wal ker's Creek hospitality. Ladies will prepare dinner.
The notice reports Mr. Garrett has been very ill for about two weeks. Mrs. Hazelwood is sick and has been ill for several weeks. Miss Anna Vaughan has been ill for some time and remains unchanged. Mr. Delehunty, bedridden for several months, shows little improvement but is not worse.
Miss Sapphira Raley a Branchville teacher and B Y P U president spoke to the local B Y P U at Sunday night church gathering. Several Clarkson visitors joined the community, and Mrs Doug las with her son and daughter were named as attendees.
Mrs. W. H. Muse received eight thousand dollars from a district court jury for the death of her son Ernest Muse in a December 17 1925 collision near Temple Texas. Ernest and two companions were traveling from Cameron to Temple when their car hit a moving Missouri Kansas Texas freight train. companion S H Long was killed outright.
Mr and Mrs J H Du Bois spent last weekend in Houston with their daughter and family Mr and Mrs Wilson Gunn.
Miss Cornelia Gunn of Cameron visited in the home of Mary Sue Mc Call Saturday night and Sunday. Mr. Evans, who has been in our community the past two weeks, has left for Gatesville to live.
Miss Laura Dodd, a nurse in the Chanarhek Sandels, took dinner with Miss Marsella Jinks Sunday and was also a visitor at our morning service. Messrs. Link and Hightower, owners of Silver City, state that business is fine.
A local clerk and respected community member has announced plans to run for road commissioner, signaling a campaign aimed at local infrastructure and maintenance leadership. The announcement draws support from neighbors and church members who praise his service.
The Jones Prairie 4-H Club met February 27 1928 with sixteen members present. The president ordered the meeting, minutes were read, and members gave roll call reports on their work. Miss Bartholemew demonstrated rayon cloth manufacturing. Reporter.
Miss Beryle Wright and Mr Henry Zackery of Temple spent Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs E A Bibbee.
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cable and their son Larry are visitors in Dallas this week, stopping at local venues and meeting friends while touring the city.
Mr and Mrs Stanton Dossett have returned from their wedding trip to Mexico City and are staying with his aunt and uncle Mr and Mrs W H Henley.
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