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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1918
Page
8
Three real cotton mattresses never used offered as a bargain at the Herald office. Two new houses available on Burns add from 5 to 12.50 dollars monthly plus a six room house near the Post Office at 20 dollars monthly. Renewal reference 44-11.
The Herald announces Charley Sens as a candidate for Came ron precinct constable. Sens cites years of peace officer service including Texas Ranger, eight years as deputy sheriff of Milam County, and five years as deputy city marshal of Came ron. He pledges support and to follow primary results in July. Also notes on carrier pigeons and a brief social item about Mrs. James Watson’s return from Camp Bowie.
Amusements note a standout program at Cameron’s Wonderland Theatre next week with two top acts seen only in larger cities. Monday features Will G The Wisp with Miss Mabel Talleferro and Tuesday stars Miss Ethel Barmore in Greatest Power, with matinee and night shows daily.
The advertisement promises cure for itching blind and bleeding piles in six to fourteen days with the druggist refunding money if PA ointment fails. The first application provides ease and rest.
Miss Eva Todd died at Cameron Sanitarium eight days after sustaining fatal burns at her Gause home. At eighteen she had just completed high school, earned a teaching certificate, and was active in the Baptist church. Interment was in Gause with family members accompanying the body. The Herald extends sympathy to the Todd family.
The week announces Mr H N Butts as candidate for commissioner of beats one and two. A former tiller of the soil in Maysfield and experienced road builder, he has not sought public favors and seeks voters support. Announcement pending primary action on July 27.
In 1918, David Blair, a successful businessman and observer, watches Janey flirtatious youth and two suitors, Jack Irving and Billy Hayes. Janey confesses she has proposed to both, blurring loyalty as David realizes pleasure was not fully earned. She finally tells him she has proposed to David.
An advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles and related ailments for men and women. It claims to dissolve gravel aid diabetes ease back and rheumatic pains and regulate childhood bladder issues, offering mail order for one dollar and two months treatment per bottle. It lists Dr BEW Hall of St Louis as the sponsor and notes druggists carry the product.
County schools applying for Junior Red Cross recognition include Ben Arnold Buckholts Maysfield Marlow Salem Ad Hall and Baskin. Ben Arnold has paid in full for every pupil enrolled and Marlow is practically perfect with others awaiting reports this week.
Mrs. Mack Harvey celebrated the fourth birthday of baby Lelia Batte at her house due to Mrs. Batte’s illness. Guests enjoyed a fortune telling cake, lawn games, and a trip to the Palace of Sweets for refreshments while gifts were received by the honoree. assisting hosts were Mrs. Stanley Bowles and Miss Velda Walker.
Bill Alex Bonds announces candidacy for re election to Milam County Tax Collector. He asks voters to consider his fitness and past record and solicits their vote and influence in the coming primaries.
The Cameron High School senior class presents an Friday night program in the high school auditorium for the annual benefit. The show features 57 actors including notable talent and a rival to Charlie Chaplin. Miss Bonnie Brougher directs the event with admission 15 and 25 cents. All welcome.
The Herald notes a new, elaborate line of engraved calling cards wedding announcements invitations and commencement announcements from a premier Southwest house. Customers can save money by requesting samples via a phone call.
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