30 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1916
Page
1
A Dallas News reflection on gratitude as a path to virtue and obedience. It contrasts true generosity with selfish thanks, links gratitude to humility, and urges prayer for all people, praising God’s mercy amid world distress and famine.
Hearne Democrat reports on a casual street exchange about a shipment of Ancona chickens destined for Port Sullivan. The piece argues farmers should stock poultry and other livestock to gain independence from cotton prosperity and rising prices, citing a quoted ideal of self sufficiency.
Calvert Texas November 25 Miss Mamie Keeling daughter of H A Keeling was attacked by a stranger on main street about 830 pm while with Miss Trible en route from a neighbor. Keeling suffered a long knife wound from face to throat near the jugular. Trible fled for help. Keeling rests and shows favorable prospects for recovery.
The Cameron Tracy field now has three producing wells on the Dan Davis and Henderson leases with rigs repositioned around the area. With local operators like W. T. Lynam and Fritz Fuchs involved, Cameron is promoted as the field's headquarters to attract leases, contractors, and oil money to boost local commerce.
Bloodhounds traced the suspect's trail along Main Street before losing the scent. The attacker fled the scene after injuring Keeling and no clues to the assailant's identity remain.
The Burlington Oil Mill uses cold pressing to crush peanuts becoming a potential central Texas producer. Carloads of peanuts arrive for processing and farmers are urged to plant more. Peanut byproducts serve as stock feed, boosting local industry and future growth prospects. Bro Rodker and revival meetings at the Christian Church are noted in nearby Milano Gazette.
The Dallas mayor Henry D. Lindsley visits Waco and impresses supporters who see a strong gubernatorial bid in 1918. Other potential candidates include Henry Berryman Terrell, Comptroller of Public Accounts, and Dr. Brooks, all noted for capable administrations and broad appeal.
The text highlights potential figures who may appear on governor lists, noting they would be strong candidates. It emphasizes their prominence and the likelihood of their inclusion in political nominations.
Miss Wightman demonstrated the White Crest Floor at C. N. Green & Bro. in Cameron this week from 2 30 to 5 p m on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday. This marks her fifth Cameron visit with each appearance drawing success. Registration included a prize ticket sweepstakes and cook books were provided on request.
The Herald reports many subscribers owe arrears as printing and new equipment costs rise. They urge readers to settle accounts when in town, noting the collective amount would greatly aid the office.
Shop windows in the city begin to display festive decorations and highlight costly and beautiful pieces in special lines, signaling the approach of the holiday season.
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