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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1895
Page
2
Public notice records J McAnally as associate in Cameron Kansas. The entry appears in the Cameron Herald and is filed as second class mail matter with the post office.
A historical note traces Thanksgiving origins from Leyden to the United States. It covers proclamations by Radford and Washington, Lincoln's 1864 national day, and later state actions. It also cites Senator Hill endorsing Morrison as the next Democratic presidential candidate and mentions political jockeying in New York.
The report cites Francis Schlater, a Denver magic healer, summoned to testify about letters mailed blessing handkerchiefs. He did not appear, leaving a note: My mission in Denver is ended Good-bye. The article also notes gold withdrawals for export and a predicted premium, plus Kentucky politics and a contested Lexington seat.
Cripple Creek Colorado mines yield over one million dollars monthly from surface mining with veins not yet reached. Shafts have not descended below two hundred feet, suggesting richer ore remains unexploited beneath.
The Cuba conflict strains Spanish finances while Tex as corn ships supply horses and troops. Last week 100000 bushels of McLennan county corn left Galveston on one vessel. Bond issues for Belton to McGregor rail line face varying money access. Governor Culberson names Judge Sam Hunter to the Texas Court of Civil Appeals. Add Raw College moves from Thorp Springs to Waco with a $30000 donation and will be ready after January.
The piece notes Ohio Democrats pursue the source of a report boosting party chances and hints at a possible lynching. Senator David B. Hill announces a Chicago debut lecture on Liberty next month. Free silver Democrats in Tennessee and Alabama organize to send delegates to next year’s national convention. Ex Governor Hogg and A L Matlock seen fishing at Aransas Pass. Gold reserves fall to 89,439,039 with a 1,139,000 withdrawal to South America.
The report that Cleveland would accept a third term is denied by many intimate friends. Quay and Cameron of Pennsylvania are together in Florida on a fishing and hunting expedition. There have been numerous heavy business failures this autumn.
The LaGran Journal notes that weekly papers rarely issue many special editions under one management yet claims several have circulated across states. It discusses populist calls against a gold or silver currency basis, favors irredeemable paper money, and echoes a Dallas businessman's stance on supporting home institutions to build prosperity through mutual patronage.
The article notes a breach within the Vanderbilt family leading to a strict division of millions and a reduction in syndicate influence. Cornelius Vanderbilt reportedly avoids the Willie K. branch tied to a recent duke by marriage, while Col. Cornelius's daughter is to wed at home in modest fashion.
The Marlin Ball cites Erickson’s 1893 Cleveland horoscope predicting major political changes in 1896 and notes a rising election-impact claim. The Taylor Texan adds beer tax data showing government revenue of 30 million dollars and lager consumption near one billion gallons, with annual increases in tax barrels and rising beer use.
The jury found Dan McCray not guilty of the murder of Col Freeman on a train between Temple and Holland after a high profile trial that drew hundreds of witnesses. Prosecutors were led by District Attorney Scott with support from Sen. T. S. Henderson and Logan of Marlin. McCray’s defense included Judge Spencer Ford and others.
The testimony led to a remarkable triumph for this class of witnesses. The speaker expresses personal sympathy for Dan McCray and regards him as a good man unlikely to commit such a crime, noting provoking circumstances.
The Rockdale commissioners Swanzy Thompson and Spinks toured the new road toward Kolb's bridge and eyed sewer plans in Georgetown with a view to Cameron. The piece urges redistricting to better Rockdale representation, defends Swanzy, questions partisan motives, and notes a $1000 county allowance for road opening with Rockdale’s hospitality praised.
Notice of letters of administration issued by Milam County Court on August 14 for the estate of Levi T Baxter deceased. The undersigned is appointed administrator as named in the court order.
In 1895 all persons holding claims against said estate must present them within the time prescribed by law. Residence and post office address: Anderson Grimes County Texas. J G McDonap Sr Administrator.
The Rockdale Messenger urges reading populist papers to dispute press reports on the vote. It claims Coxey did not lose 15 000 Ohio votes and notes Kentucky gains for the people's party, argues Ferguson misstates party growth, and mocks his figures and stance.
A rural northern Texas item notes mild spring-like weather after cold spells, praises Milam County as a good place to live and invest, and mentions public mail delays. It also reports doctors active during illness, and quotes several druggists praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy based on user experience.
Hefry & Hefley advertise a superb stock of carriages buggies and surries, boasting the best and cheapest line on the market. They urge timely purchase before assortments break and promise satisfaction on quality and terms. Mrs McKinney signs a fall trade appeal. Za no claims to cure mental and nervous debility and restore manhood, sold by Sapp.
Two residences with five rooms each offered for sale by James B. Moore. Properties are conveniently located near the city business portion.
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