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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1914
Page
4
A local publisher notes Col. R. M. Johnson will back Col. Ball and anticipates a similar pledge from Hon. John H. Kirby. The brief item reflects endorsements in the political landscape observed by H. B. Terrell and A. V. Smith, local manager and publisher.
Handsome Dick Humphrey, a popular West representative, signals readiness for Congress and argues for nationwide backing. He asserts the stance and pledges support any time to defend his position.
The Times Herald mentions Col Jake expected to cross paths with Ball and notes a possible departure for Germany for a summer outing. It questions how many speaking engagements the Ball committee arranged for Mr Lane and recalls his Fort Worth announcement to tour the state for Mr Ball following Col Ball's Greenville speech.
The Dallas News states that industrious law abiding Mexicans in the United States deserve equal protection, while noting General Huerta cannot protect foreigners in Mexico even if he wishes to. The remark reflects wartime diplomatic tensions and concern for foreign residents abroad.
The Dallas News notes a farmer fights grass and weeds invading corn and cotton, likening him to a conquering soldier and praising his work ethic though he receives no pension. He helps fund others pensions, and some may be as able to earn a living.
The piece critiques W P Lane as a steadfast prohibitionist framed by Texas political maneuvering. It argues Lane's honesty makes him vulnerable to manipulative politicians and recounts his failed bid for Texas governor. It notes two comptroller candidates tied to Lane and their prospects amid endorsements and opposition from eliminators.
Report of a Sunday Isis Theater break in where burglars failed to open a safe despite gutsy effort and a mislaid combination. The piece pivots to a cautionary moral about misunderstandings, using examples of farmers, doctors, and clerks who change careers and fail, ending with a jab that any fool can run a newspaper.
The Cameron Herald argues open Sunday movies suit workers with more leisure, while the Sterling City News Record contends moralizing neighbors overstep personal choice. Both papers reflect a national clash over Sunday entertainment and personal liberty.
H B Terrell of Waco joins the race for comptroller, signaling that his opponents must accelerate their campaigns to secure a strong showing in the coming contest.
A Texas editorial argues for orchestrated elimination of rival pro candidates in races from comptroller to congressman at large to ensure victory of pro prohibition Democrats. The piece urges unifying efforts county by county to narrow fields and secure the faithful’s legislative majority.
The Denison Herald notes anticipation for Leopold Morris gub ernatorial campaign launch in Dallas on May 6. It predicts the opening shot will resound across Texas and might pressure Huerta to loosen his grip on the Mexican presidency.
Colonel T. H. Ball announces intent to limit gubernatorial campaign spending to 10000 dollars to show a man of moderate means can run for governor. Dallas Times-Herald hopes he succeeds in lowering campaign costs and setting an example for others.
The Temple Telegram argues for Jim Ferguson, saying he stems from the crowd and is best suited to govern. It contends farmers pay most taxes and deserve governors with recent farm experience, noting Ferguson as the reform who would run the state farms via farmers.
A man boasts of his ability to handle Rininelt prompting discussion on responsibility and capability. The claim sparks debate about care standards and accountability among local residents.
A Terrell dispatch reports a city wide Sunday sales ban on merchandise with gasoline and cold drinks restricted to ice cream and milk. Citizens doubt enforcement as Grayson County shows public sentiment overruling officials in a Sunday sales case. Public sentiment, not law, may shape outcomes.
A local exchange notes that Hon. Tom Ball cannot please all prohibitionists while Hon. Jim Ferguson angers some antis. suggests there may be room for another candidate amid ongoing disagreements.
A motivational piece urges rugged determination as the key to success. It argues that one’s place in the world depends on personal will, not circumstances, and notes that resolute effort and self discipline drive achievement in work and life. The tone is exhortative and period style.
A Columbia University professor's test of 1000 workers nationwide finds nine in ten laborers spend spare time reading newspapers and many subscribe to local papers. After family, laborers favor visiting friends and reading papers. the study includes 29 nationalities and 164 of them belonged to lente ret.
A survey of 1000 men shows 580 church members and 420 nonbelievers. Six of ten attend picture shows regularly, while eight of ten abstain from intoxicants. The data suggest a strong social spirit among the American workman as a model civilized citizen.
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