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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1928
Page
8
A novelist tone notes repeating names in Texas political coverage. The writer mocks frequent commentators who seek publicity during elections, especially presidential years, calling it a delusion with no restraint in the state.
A historical defense of Texas homestead law arguing it should share some local street and sidewalk costs, noting unequal benefits from partial paving, but asserting the law remains a wise safeguard for the home and protects it from money lenders.
An Interstate Commerce Commission hearing saw an oil man testify that Wharton County sulphur field deposits range from 7,000,000 tons to 15,000,000 or possibly 20,000,000 tons. The figures imply long term global supply, with Wharton’s cotton and corn crops noted alongside.
Oil wells are proliferating around Santa Anna, clustering near the business district and giving the town a more metropolitan appearance as the News adopts a broader, more citylike character.
The Aval lanc e reports Alpine announces tourist camps ready for summer in Marfa Pecos Kerrville Menard and many Texas towns. Schools close by month end and roads will show mass departures. observers gauge cotton crop progress by car origin signs.
Beeville boosts its park with tennis courts a merry go round slides and swings making it attractive for residents. The Texas town aims to be among the first of its size to popularize playgrounds and may see volunteer supervision by local youth lovers.
The Elgin Courier touts the weekly department Texas and Texans by former Texas University dean Will Hays. Hayes covers current events concisely and thoroughly in engaging stories, urging readers to follow weekly installments and give feedback to the editor on space use.
Panhandle report notes wheat prospects improve after heavy Parhaude rains. In many years Herford Brand comments indicate general good conditions across North Texas counties. Much of the crop revived from the long dry season and shows potential for large returns if rains continue before harvest.
Weather notes indicate the acreage is slightly larger than usual with hail damage in some sections not as heavy as first believed.
Taylor voted 622 to 22 for a $250,000 waterworks bond issue and set a local example for municipal ownership. San Marcos has ordered a city commission vote on $150,000 waterworks bonds as a follow up to the trend toward public ownership and independence.
The Associated Press notes Ethel Hilton, Bryan High School valedictorian, walked three miles to school every day and was never absent or tardy during the year. The item highlights her dedication and brightness based on the Texas papers coverage.
San Antonio hostesses for the General Federation of Women's Clubs National Convention on June 1 will wear bluebonnet costumes consisting of a blue bonnet segment and a blue tea apron. The idea, tied to the Texas flower, aims to charm out of state guests at the entertainment by Texas women.
Department of Commerce data indicate that prices for necessities in the Southwest are cheaper than in other regions. The findings offer some relief to residents despite the overall high cost of living.
State of Texas commands the Milam County sheriff to publish weekly for ten days before the return day a public notice in a newspaper of general circulation that has been continuously published for at least one year. The order requires formal publication to satisfy legal procedure.
C D Adams petitions Milam County Court on May 14 1928 for probate of the Last Will and Testament of Mrs Laura Adams and letters of administration. The hearing is set for June 4 1928 at the Milam County Courthouse. Interested parties must appear to answer the application.
A Milam County Texas court record dated May 14 1928 notes clerk Lilian Atkinson signed the document. The filing relates to Cameron Texas and the Co Court Milam County. The exact action or case is not specified in the fragment.
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