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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1918
Page
6
N. MN. announces candidates for Constable Beat 1 including Chas Sens Gene Smith and Andy Houston, with J. M. Dodson and Sam Hickman also listed among hopefuls for the race.
In a local column, praise is given to Graham Gillis as rains boost crop prospects across the state. The piece urges habit changes after rains and calls for buying War Savings Stamps and Liberty Loan bonds to support the war effort and preserve government by the people.
A playful note suggests patience as biscuits return in time with corn bread in steady supply. The writer acknowledges varied bread habits and hints biscuits may not be a daily staple for everyone.
The message questions the value of the Commercial Club in Cameron and encourages readers to investigate its activities and timing, suggesting that joining the effort is prudent and beneficial.
The speaker argues there is no excess of religion when it is the right kind, noting its positive impact on both the individual and those around them. Emphasizes that true religion should uplift and please others as well as oneself.
A farmer asks if it is his duty to listen to all candidates. The reply notes that obligation depends on available time and other commitments, suggesting that with nothing else to do, one could consider listening to each candidate before deciding.
The message urges prioritizing field care for cockleburs over campaigns and stresses continued thrift, urging daily saving stamps and thrift stamps purchases. It cautions against assuming Liberty Loan efforts are over and encourages ongoing support through savings.
County Chairman Graham Gillis quotes strong backing from nearly every resident of Milam county in boosting the Liberty Loan. He notes only a few dissenters but emphasizes broad public cooperation and morale.
The writer laments sport pages drowning out wartime realities and suggests athletes aged twenty one to thirty one are not slackers, arguing that victories in America seem less meaningful than heroic feats in France.
The piece argues that those who avoid saving to buy liberty bonds are nearly traitors, while acknowledging a minority who cannot afford to help. It emphasizes earnest effort over mere sentiment and notes sincere regret for those truly unable to contribute.
Opinion piece urges Adjutant General Harley to appoint J. O. Newton of Milano to high staff. details Newton’s long National Guard service from 1893 to 1918 and notes Milam County should have significant assignment. The author suggests Newton as Brigadier General to command the infantry brigade or potential Adjutant General.
In Yarrellton residents report busy farming after rains and social visits. Miss Sue Ida Smith visited from Cameron, families meet and travel to Cameron for the Liberty train, and Jake Richards returns from military service. A W O W Circle ice cream supper planned to fund a Liberty bond with local candidates encouraged to attend.
Mrs W H Triggs and Mr and Mrs Albert Triggs drove to Georgetown Wednesday morning for the Maynite event. Claude Triggs, Southwestern University student, served as a marshal for the day.
The Herald announces a nationwide subscription offer at 1.00 per year valid across the United States. Readers are invited to subscribe for steady delivery and access to current news from coast to coast.
Greer Burnett, enlisted in the army, leaves Monday for new duties. He has many friends in the community and Marlow, where he has lived most of his life, who wish him well.
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