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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1940
Page
5
For sale a 19387 model International pickup in good condition. Dixie Mattress Co. in Cameron Texas advertises the vehicle. Also available Porto Rico potato slips from Hefti farm 3 miles east of Mays Field at 1.50 per 1000 or 15 cents per 100. Henry Hefti.
Storey from Cameron and Rockdale, long familiar to Milam County voters, argues his education and clerical experience equip him for public service. He pledges full-time dedication, no conflicting interests, and a focus on public duty, as supporters say his election would benefit county governance.
Mr Storey, a longtime public affairs participant who has a legible handicap, declares he is not seeking election on his handicap but on his abilities and qualifications. He plans an active campaign and hopes to meet voters, asking for their vote and support to justify public confidence.
The 1940 San Gabriel High School graduating class held vesper services May 19 led by Rev. Ralph Brink. Graduation exercises set for May 23 at 8 o'clock with each class member delivering a speech. The theme “Success Although Handicap” explores biographies of people who faced blindness or loss of limbs, disease, prejudice, martyrdom, wealth, and poverty.
Edwin Stoebner of Burlington was seen visiting Cameron on Wednesday afternoon.
Mrs. Bill Storey and Miss Seltina Penny hosted a slumber party for Ruth Aycock’s sixteenth birthday. Guests joined a treasure hunt with clues guiding to a gift for the honoree. Cake and ice cream were served.
Miss Virginia Weems from Low Morris College in Jacksonville is visiting in Cameron. The event underscores regional college outreach and student representation in the area.
The wedding of Miss Helen Jane Tyson and Harry P. N. Gammel, postponed after the groom’s father’s death in Austin, will be held Friday evening May 24 at 8 o’clock in the Tyson home. Only the two immediate families attend.
Milton Leach of Low Moris College is visiting Cameron for an unreported engagement or event, with local residents noting the excursion and potential institutional connections.
Miss Delia Sustek and her father Frank Sustek and Frank Vansa of Cameron visited relatives in Kaufman during the past weekend.
John B Henderson made a business trip to Houston on Wednesday to conduct meetings and explore potential opportunities. The visit focused on industry contacts and market exploration during the midweek trip.
Rosalie Michalka, Yee High School graduate and Ad Hall resident, earned a graduate nurse diploma Tuesday night at Providence Hospital in Waco. Graduation liturgy at Church of the Assumption, led by Rev Romer. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Michalka. lived with Mr and Mrs M G Cox during her Yee High senior year. Cameron attendees included the Coxes and her parents.
The Cameron History Club met at Mrs. Stanley Swift’s home with ten members and one guest Mrs. Wm Henderson. Officers elected for the new year include Mrs. John B. Henderson president Mrs Roy Law first vice president Mrs F E Woodruff second vice president Mrs Jeff T Kemp secretary and Mrs H F Smith treasurer. Hostess served ice cream and cake after business.
W. A. Atkinson of Jones Prairie conducted business in Cameron on Wednesday, reflecting local commerce activity in the region.
Rev George Duda led a study course at St Rita Circle on Wednesday afternoon asking members about their religion and practice. After the program a brief business meeting, hostesses Mesdames Frank and Rudolph Richter served ice cream and cake.
The Molly Moore Sunday School Class of First Methodist Church held a Wednesday picnic and treasure hunt in Wilson Ledbetter Park. Mr and Mrs E A Perrin led twenty couples divided into five groups of four to search for a hidden treasure.
The Spanish Club of Yee High School staged its annual chapel in the school auditorium. Elaine Young led as president while portraying Mexican attire. A ranch girl chorus sang three songs with Mexican sombreros and skirts. Clyde Hensley hosted a quiz hour with class reps from senior junior against sophomores and freshmen. The Texas Melody Boys orchestra finished with Mexican tunes.
Beta Sigma Phi members met Monday night at Mrs. W. A. Morrison's home for a program titled Thought As A Tool for Life led by Miss Annette Ryan. They planned a chicken barbecue for Wednesday at Wilson Ledbetter Park for members and escorts. Refreshments were served.
Mr and Mrs Jesse Fanning and daughter Barbara Deane of Chattanooga Tennessee are visiting in the home of Mr and Mrs W M Fannine and family.
Louie Turner Sr a former Cameron remedy manufacturer is seriously ill in a veterans hospital in Louisiana. Mr and Mrs Turner recently relocated to Houston.
M N Killian a Cameron property owner and longtime plumber was reported in critical condition in an Austin hospital with little hope for recovery. The notice reached Cameron Saturday through his wife Mrs Killian.
The Herald has hung the first of several photos in memory of the late Dr. W. R. Newton. Additional portraits will be displayed as they arrive, including a photograph of President Roosevelt.
Oxsheer Smith president of the Citizens National Band has flown back from Gardiner Maine where he accompanied his wife to attend the funeral of Mrs Charles F Swift. Mrs Swift will remain in Gardiner for several weeks before returning home.
Calvin Markham and Bert Nichol son attended the Laymen Banquet at Temple Thursday night with District 11 Christian Church. Louis Akers of Abilene gave the principal address and Mr. Markham was invited to speak. Hilda Hollas of Austin, employed at Seaton Hospital, spent Tuesday in Cameron with relatives.
A Parma radio shop proclaims we repair first then you pay. The ad emphasizes service confidence and client trust in fixed devices before settlement.
A vintage medical ad promotes Cardus and Cardul for functional dysmenorrhea tied to malnutrition. It claims increased appetite and gastric juice flow aid digestion, build strength, and lessen periodic distress. suggests taking Cardus before and during the cycle.
A political advertisement notes Miriam A. Ferguson and her family promising harmony over hatred with wise governance. They plan a speech at Pair Park Dallas on Saturday May 25 and will broadcast on Radio KRED at 8 15 p m.
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