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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1925
Page
1
Our Town Members urge transition to a commission manager system to improve city operations. They argue the change would reduce costs, ensure full time attention to city affairs, and spare unpaid volunteers from burdensome sacrifices.
Miss Hazel Thomas of Gause filed a formal contest against the April 4 school trustee election results. The race involved anti Ku Klux Klan and Klan factions with candidates Cochran Varner Critchfield and Key declared elected. Thomas previously led in pre election projections. Votes showed 62 for Thomas out of 217 with 139 affidavits supporting her claim.
The Cameron Enterprise and Cameron Herald clash over understanding of the late bond election. The Herald defends public judgment and urges inclusive voting while praising Cameron firemen for their sacrifice. The town also honors Miss Ada Henderson as the namesake for the new elementary high school building.
The Fidelity Abstract Company relocated to the M. G. Cox building last Wednesday. Annie Stallworth remains manager as the firm unveils a modern plant with new fixtures, mahogany interior, and filing cabinets for enhanced record keeping inviting friends and customers to visit.
The article praises a retiring or honored teacher for her profound influence on students and community. It extols the vital role of educators in shaping character and destiny, noting the citizenry’s deep appreciation and deeming her service priceless and worthy of lasting remembrance.
W F Henrichsen and Fairleigh, both prominent in Cameron's band scene, announce a music store opening in the Sampson building, formerly Texas State Bank and Trust. Bank fixtures moved Thursday to the new site to make room, and a full line of instruments is expected. Henrichsen owns Orange Crush Bottling. he recently sold his ice cream business to Thompson Ice Cream at Taylor. Fairleigh directs the Cameron band.
Milam County Commissioners in special session declined a Live Stock Sanitary Commission request to cover half the dip and inspector costs for tick eradication. The court said the county will furnish vats and pens as required by law but not dip or inspector expenses, with state funding now covering eradication efforts. The Milam Herald supports the court action.
The State Highway Department notified Milam County Engineer A F Mitchell that final plans for 7 1 4 miles of road from West Cameron to Buckholts are approved. Bids open June 5 at 2 p m for a 109 foot right of way gravel and concrete drainage project that eliminates two grade crossings. Completion expected within eight months after contract let.
Firemen from Rockdale Belton Lott Rosebud Rogers and Temple joined Cameron firemen for a Friday night banquet at the Hubert Hefley Motor Company building. The Cameron municipal band provided music and the Blue Bonnet Cafe supplied the menu. Visiting firemen and locals gave talks including R L Batte and R P Jeter.
Miss Natalie Kemp of Rosebud visits her sister Mrs. McMillan for a brief, family excursion.
The piece urges turning responsibility to individuals and communities to run a systematic anti tick campaign. It commends the Commissioners Court for promptly refusing to cover half the dip cost and hiring inspectors, arguing citizens must show interest or the plan will fail.
The American Legion plans memorial exercises in Milam County on May 30 to honor soldiers who died in the late war. Activities start at the district court and courthouse with a graveside flower tribute and efforts to keep graves clean. Speakers will address the fallen veterans and ceremonies will reflect the community’s long-standing observance.
A Cameron American Legion post calls a meeting for Tuesday night May 19 in the hall. Officers were absent the previous Tuesday so no meeting was held. The post plans to organize for Detonation Day activities and to sell poppies. Former Commander Mitchell has a large poppy shipment for sale for that day. Graves of county soldiers will be decorated, and the public is invited to join.
Announcement from Jeter Lumber Company states the purchase of all coal stocks and interests of the R L Battie Grain and Fuel Company. R L Batte Jr manages one side. Batte will continue grain and feed but not coal. Jeter plans to supply coal and fuel to customers and asks for patronage.
Giles Todd of Temple visited with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Todd on Monday and Tuesday, sharing family time and local news.
At a Wednesday meeting the city council voted to advertise for sale warrants running fifteen years at six and a quarter percent interest. The issue exceeds 100000 dollars and a bond firm offered to buy the warrants but the deal was rejected two to three. The council will open bidding to all and the city secretary will prepare ads. sale date unknown.
On Tuesday May 12 opening day for Terral Heights No 2 in Sameron will include a barbecue and entertainment. The 78 new lots lie along Sunset Boulevard a 100 foot wide esplanade with terraces shrubs and garden features. The addition lies near Yee High school and gym and offers public utilities and close proximity to schools.
The Texas State Bank and Trust Company announced a move to new quarters in the Denson building with a formal reception planned for Saturday May 9. The event marks the bank’s relocation and provides local residents an opportunity to view the new offices.
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