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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1966
Page
1
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Report of a lengthy power failure in Cameron after a single line at the substation sheared, leaving most residents without electricity for about an hour. Crews worked to reenergize lines amid heavy rain and tangled equipment, highlighting the unusual disruption.
Black Daniels 51 formerly of Cameron now of Rogers is charged with murder with malice in the death of his wife Daisie Daniels. The shooting occurred Sunday evening at the couple's home in Rogers. A 22 caliber pistol was found at the scene. Daniels is jailed in Bell County on a $10,000 bond after arraignment in Rogers.
City officials county leaders and Chamber of Commerce members urge full participation in the Clean-Up campaign started Sunday May 15 after a mayoral proclamation. Fire and city crews say rains caused rapid weed growth in vacant lots and call for painting repairs to beautify homes and businesses.
Funeral services for Matt A Baggerly who died after a long illness were held at Green Funeral Home chapel with Rev. James Lafferty officiating. Burial followed in Norththm Cemetery. A retired farmer born in Gell County he lived much of his life in Cameron. Surviving are his wife two sons two daughters a brother a niece eleven grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.
The Cameron School District forms the K. D. Griffin Scholarship in memory of late board member Buster Griffin who died of a heart attack. Donations total to 314.62 with more accepted. The CISD board also employed 59 teachers for 1966-67 and approved a contract change for contractors to a Taylor firm. Roy Law, CISD president, is hospitalized in Houston. Colveren Duneurm presided in his absence.
The Cameron library celebrated a formal opening with a ribbon cutting led by Judge W. C. Wallace and officials. Visitors toured the 70,600 structure funded by 40,000 federal dollars and about 54,000 donated by residents. About 80 area artists displayed works in the east meeting room as the event highlighted progress and community support.
Cameron Public Schools conclude the spring term with a May 24 end and May 26 return for report cards Supt Dodson announces. Award assemblies at Ada Henderson and Yoe High recognize scholastic and athletic achievements with Baccalaureate May 22 and commencements May 26 led by Valedictorian Sherri Ann Clare and Salutatorian Cheryl Gay Robbins.
The Rogers High School student council installed its new officers at the May meeting. The 1966 1967 slate includes President Linda Farrell, Vice President Steve Ward, Secretary Treasurer Cyril Gloria, and Reporter Ricky Raley.
Milam County hosts a Junior Broiler Show this Saturday with youth contestants from across the county. The event, sponsored by local supporters, includes judging, awards, and a prize flock for participants.
The Cameron Vy deethel Foundation aims to raise 169600 for land purchase, site prep, and a building fund to attract industry. One third of the goal reached in three weeks as donors lag and out of town contacts are pursued. A separate poultry show at the Methodist Fellowship Hall features judging, prizes, and a car and farm display on North Central Street.
Dr. Herman Brown Title 1 administrator says Cameron Independent School District plans funded under Title 1 include a pre school for underprivileged in the C J Thomas building and a summer school for grades 1 8 at the Yee Campus plus a remedial reading program for high school students. Classes run mornings June 6 through July 18.
Cameron officials plan a summer resurfacing program targeting 70 blocks on major traffic arteries. City leaders aim to complete selected blocks on a contract basis using a trade-need system. Lone Star Gas Co. seeks a one-year franchise renewal, and new gas lines are to be installed along Eighth Street.
Trinity Lutheran Church North Travis at Seventh marks its tenth anniversary this Sunday with a 3 20 p m sermon by the Rev Beltz who founded the church in May 16 at Rosebud and now serves Lufkin. A supper and graduates program follow after worship. Building upgrades have been completed including a new roof and renovated Sunday School rooms.
Milam County Democratic Convention endorsed John Connally for Governor under unii rule and elected 16 delegates and 11 alternates to the State Democratic Convention. The gathering in Cameron also honored John M. Weed Sr. and set credentials resolutions and committee appointments.
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