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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1926
Page
10
The Cameron Herald lists Jefferson B White as editor and manager with advertising rates and board of directors. It details display, line, and contract rates and notes publication in Cameron Texas, with office and staff credits.
In New York laborers receive certificates of craftsmanship from the New York Builders’ Career, honoring their skill across roles from carters to day laborers. The awards aim to foster pride and higher standards, elevating even humble tasks like ditch digging to an artistic level and encouraging workers to advance in Cameron.
The article notes a surge in construction in early 1926, with first quarter activity up 25 percent from 1925. It suggests total 1926 output may equal or exceed 1925, driven by population shifts, rising prosperity, and demand for better housing. It warns of sustained high costs risking later slackening in construction.
Sir Esme Howard tells Rotary clubs in Toronto that applying the Golden Rule to international politics could have prevented World War I and would improve business and happiness if widely adopted. He notes equal treatment of neighbors and relations would curb disputes over territory and trade.
Trade organizations argue reducing expenses can stimulate consumer buying. They say lower costs for goods and services will encourage households to spend more, boosting economic activity and confidence.
The piece argues insects threaten national food costs and urges farmers and gardeners to act. It praises Boy Scouts and civic groups for destroying caterpillars and pests and calls on property owners to remove pests from their land to protect gardens, farms, and urban trees.
The piece notes gardeners face a constant battle with weeds that intrude on lawns and flower beds. It argues weed growth thrives on moisture and spreads seeds, urging homeowners to maintain neat lawns to keep neighborhoods attractive through persistent effort.
The piece argues today’s youth lack home discipline but are more capable overall. It praises Boys Week for strengthening ties between father and son and teaching boys to face challenges solo. It urges adults to set a strong example and help boys achieve greater future potential.
A remedial notice from Dr. W. J. McCrary Inc of Carbon Hill Alabama promotes a free book on pellagra. It lists symptoms including fatigue headaches skin eruptions mouth throat and digestion issues. The offer arrives via mailed plain sealed wrapper and invites readers to request a copy.
Genuine Porto Rico yams sweet potato plants offered by A. H. Reed at Cameron Florist Greenhouse. Local growers advertise ready plants for gardening season.
Governor Miriam A. Ferguson will summon a special legislative session in early fall to validate district road bonds and pass the general validating 600 district bills. The move follows delay until after the Democratic convention and requires more than thirty days to convene and more than thirty to complete the bills.
A noted skin specialist touts Mentho Sulphur as quick relief for rough red skin, eczema, rashes, pimples and ring worm due to its germ destroying properties. Sufferers are advised to obtain a small jar from a druggist and apply like cold cream for rapid improvement.
The May 2 to May 9 period is celebrated as Boy's Week, a Rotary Club initiative now observed widely with participation from civil bodies. The piece notes a trend toward recognizing youth future in society alongside prior Mother’s and Father’s Days, and contrasts spending on tobacco with investment in education.
The governor sought a speedy decision on a proposed special session after bond attorneys in the north and east endorsed telegrams saying Texas bonds could be marketable if the legislatures adopted the bills. She asked for time to study the drafts and said a decision would be announced next week.
J A Kemp of Wichita Falls announced the committee chair says the chief executive favors the plan more than before and members express considerable pleasure. Telegrams show two thirds of the legislature consent to attend a special session to pass the validating bonds.
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