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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
5
A Boy Scout safety badge test outlines eight written and oral tasks. It seeks examples of dangerous home conditions, personal responsibility for safety principles, a major public safety violation observed, street and school safety regulations, a school fire drill plan, railroad safety violations, and leadership in emergencies. 2208 boys passed in 1919, urging adults to participate for accident prevention.
The Pioneer division of the Boy Scouts of America trains farm boys in rural districts to practice scouting. A group of Pioneer scouts demonstrated proper milk testing at a state fair, showcasing their skills and learning opportunities.
Fort Smith Arkansas scouts recorded how drivers obey traffic laws and found one third slowed at railway crossings while observing negligent behavior. The effort led to stricter enforcement and safer streets. In Detroit scouts aided police at busy corners during holidays by using ropes to curb pedestrians during crossings, reducing accidents and jaywalking.
The national council of the Boy Scouts of America announces the appointment of new members to its executive board. George W. Perkins financier and conservationist Dr. John H. Finley former NY state university president and NY commissioner of education Gen. George W. Goethals of Panama Canal fame joined the board.
The Chevrolet factory reduced prices by 175 dollars to Daugherty Motor Company distributors, the first postwar cut. The vehicle is widely used in Milam County and the reduction should boost resale interest and timing for buyers. Immediate delivery on all Chevrolet cars and trucks is available.
Rev P L Pierce preached twice at Nazarene church on May 8 and Rev C L Shelby led Baptist services the same day. Mothers Day program at Baptist church featured solos by Mesdames Talley Peeples Hart Loving Beard and others with readings by Mabel Robinson Thelma Stewart Dual and a Shelby address. Mrs Thornwell of Big Lump is dangerously ill. Dr McLarty relocated from Bastrop to Milano, with a resident physician now in town.
Advertisement notes that worms cause unhealthy color and stomach upset in children. It promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic taken for two to three weeks to enrich blood, improve digestion, and strengthen the body, claiming worms will be expelled and health restored. 60 cents per bottle.
The trustees reemploy last year’s Milano school faculty. Mrs. Peeples returns from a visit to Waco.
An advertisement touts LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN as a thorough tonic laxative that cleanses the system and relieves ailments from liver torpor to headaches. It claims benefits for both adults and children, marketed by Paris I Mo manufacturers of Brove's Tenitless chill Tonic.
Probate notice directed to the sheriff or any constable of Mi state for service, outlining guardianship or estate proceeding and requiring appearance by specified parties in court. The document preserves formal probate action and official service channel.
Chritene Wilson files in Milam County Court an application for probate of the will of Eliza Madison deceased. The hearing is set for the first Monday in June 1921 at Cameron Texas Court House. All interested persons must appear.
In Cameron Texas on May 11 1921 Will T Yates Clerk Milam County Court issues notice that heirs may appear and contest the application. Registrations must be returned under law penalty. Attest Kathryn K Robbins deputy.
The notice must be printed weekly for ten days in Milam County Texas. It must have appeared continuously for at least one year preceding the notice date and be published by the sheriff or constable. The intent is to provide official public information as required by local law.
John W. Pool and Billie Davis petition Milam County Court to probate the last will and testament of deceased Laura A. Hause. The hearing is set for June 6, 1921 at Cameron Court House. Interested parties may appear to contest the application under the order.
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