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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1914
Page
4
The piece discusses state political scene with O. B. Colquitt notionally pressing for legislature, hints at “Farmer Jim” aiming to reap gains, and notes local economy ideas. It calls for business cooperation in Cameron and praises subscribers while joking about Thanksgiving turkeys and a Herald giveaway.
A narrator urges families to buy papers at low cost, praising the value of newspapers for current events and education. The argument notes one man spent three or four dollars on a book but should instead invest in a country weekly. The text claims papers keep boys at home and provide real benefits, while warning against misusing books.
The Cameron Herald vows to support Milam County and keep money local, rejecting out-of-county page ads and refunds of car fare for Cameron shoppers. The editor notes such offers resemble mail order schemes and would antagonize local advertisers. The Kenedy Adviser echoes the stance.
The Herald reports farmers have discussed next year’s cotton planting and most expect to reduce acreage by at least half with more focus on feed crops. Many in Milam County have already decided to cut cotton to relieve the price slump.
Hon John B McNamara McLennan County attorney represented Waco in presenting the Silver Service to the battleship Texas at Galveston last week. The praise calls McNamara best suited for such duties and predicts higher offices in his future.
The Kosse Cyclone cites court ruling on interstate liquor shipments into dry Texas areas and notes Governor-elect Ferguson’s veto pledge. It argues for absolute local prohibition without favoring outsiders, urging fair treatment of local dealers while opposing discrimination against Ellis County bootleggers.
Kosse Cyclone comments on Texas politics noting that Ferguson opponents plan for a four year trial as governor. Lane and Terrell are named as probable candidates in 1918, suggesting eliminators may be ignored in that campaign. Including Rockdale's Christmas Ship effort sailing Nov 10 from Brooklyn to aid war affected children.
Waterpower Lane warns the saloon has wrecked his bid for congress and threatens his future at governor. The liquor interests shaped his notoriety and could shield him from defeat, as he contemplates a four year race against rivals.
Little Joyce Cox, another diphtheria victim this week, is reported "coloring as well as could be expected" and is believed to recover soon with no serious results.
The Friday gathering at the school building drew a good crowd with Mrs. Gillis as Chairman and Mrs. Roy Jeter as Secretary. A resolutions and by-laws committee was named including Mrs. W. A. Gillon, Mr. LaMaster, and Miss Edna Sprinkel. The next meeting is set for the third Friday in November.
Neatly printed farm stationery with name address post office and crops or stock specialties improves letters to officials or businesses. The Herald offers 500 sheets with envelopes at a suggested investment benefits for farmers and readers.
The Temple District Convention of the Christian Church convenes in this city to the 25th inclusive at the local Christian Church. An outline of the program will be published and everyone interested is cordially invited to attend.
A trade proposition seeks three vacant houses and lots in exchange for unspecified terms. The properties reportedly adjoin a bank, suggesting a favorable location for potential buyers or developers.
In Pomeroyton Kentucky a local letter touts Thedford's Black-Draught as a gentle reliable remedy. The writer says severe digestive trouble and sleeplessness were cured after using Thedion's Block Draught products, urging families to keep a package on hand and noting a low price.
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