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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1907
Page
4
The Texas House passed a resolution to adjourn early in April. Rev J T Smith disputes a skating rink issue and criticizes Cameron Methodist for faith concerns. J B Moran now leads the Rockdale Reporter as readers see town updates and short notices. Ballinger’s population figures shift from 1100 to 4000 reported.
The Farmers Union in Rosebud asks local business men to join in building a cotton warehouse with favorable prospects for multiple warehouses this summer. John Alexander Dowie died at Zion City near Chicago last Saturday at age 60. Zion City sits on a 6000 acre tract bought by Dowie for about 1 million dollars, with a weekly paper, bank, factories, schools and church facilities. Dowie practiced laying on of hands as part of his religious belief.
A satirical note on postal guidelines targets oversized or unsigned post cards and indecent mail. The piece mocks young men in striped hat bands while urging prudent behavior to avoid government penalties and wasteful practices.
A South Dakota firm plans a visit to Cameron in late month or early April to explore locating a cement block plant. The company, led by President O Johnson, says Texas could be their best field and asks about sand and gravel resources locally.
The Connecticut Supreme Court issues a decision stating that white barbers in the state are not required to shave colored men, reflecting a legal stance on barber service segregation.
The Cameron Power and Light plant failed last week causing a breakdown at the Herald press. Officials attributed the outage to an electrical failure and work crews were dispatched to restore service.
A small community near Stanwood reports a population of 1700. Last fall five houses were built and two roundhouses are under construction, signaling growth in the village now known as Hamblin Hamlet.
A Cameron inquiry focuses on a cement block factory seeking site approval and resource access. Officials question who will manage access and security during the visitors and inspection period.
The Enterprise cites Senator Bailey's recent remarks and questions whether endorsing his statements would align with the paper's stance on religious and social issues. The editorial inquiry contrasts Bailey's rhetoric with the broader public reaction and ethics debated among readers.
District Attorney Joname abandons seeking Asylum transfer for Harry Thaw and concentrates on securing a murder conviction in the thaw era case. The move alters the legal strategy and potential outcomes for Thaw’s punishment.
The Austin finance committee eliminated 40000 in appropriations for the next two years for state encampments. Adjutant General Newton seeks to restore the funding to avoid canceling the encampment program.
The Woman's Home Mission Society held its Monday meeting with members attending a Scripture lesson led by various ladies. Attendance is urged as a chance to share spiritual blessings and support a worthy cause.
Due to Judge English's illness Major McGregor served as judge on Monday. Charles Modesset won a civil suit for a $12 note against D. W. Cook over a sewing machine, with appeal to the County Court indicated.
Solicits rental of two small pastures inside a corporation. Inquiries directed to Mrs. M. C. Cobb or Arthur Cobb.
Lost three year old black half saddle pony last Monday night. Reward five dollars. Return to Walter A. Thomas Cameron Texas. Finder keeps no questions asked. The ad requests the return of the pony to the listed contact for the reward.
W C Ross requests return of a block and tackle and 75 feet of rope loaned to another person, asking for the items to be returned. The note specifies ownership and a plea for retrieval.
Watt farm lists corn for sale on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week. Manager A. L. Lowe sets price at 65 cents per bushel.
A Dover Delaware editor notes that after using 35 gallons of paste paint on his house he bought 35 gallons of Devoe. He had paint left enough for a 20 by 20 stable and fence and returned four gallons. Paste paint has many tricks and is criticized by the writer.
Advertises Kennedy's Lax tive Cough Syrup as the best remedy to remove coughing by curing the underlying cold. Sold by Pace's New Drug Store with emphasis on its effectiveness.
City Council orders election at Cameron City Hall on the first Tuesday in April 1907 to fill three alderman seats one two year term ending April 1909. T C Stafford is named manager and presiding officer of the election. Mayor J B Wolf presided as adopted March 5 1907.
No. 50 fine ribbed hose for infants with silk finish offered in light blue pink and white. Price not stated in available text.
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