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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
4
Henry Ford praises the young generation as intelligent and capable of thinking beyond memory work. The piece contrasts old schooling with modern methods, noting youths’ restless energy and potential to channel intellect into community problems with proper guidance.
The piece argues eloping youths should inform families before marriage. It notes benefits of open discussion, proposes simple weddings when cost or fuss is a concern, and urges gratitude for parental support. It highlights fear of objections and stresses kindness to those who provided blessings.
The United States suffers greater fire damage than Europe and loses many lives yearly. European codes hold owners liable for negligence. W E Mallalieu, GM of the National Board of Fire Underwriters, urges lessons from European fire safety to cut losses.
A column argues for stronger personal liability to curb fire carelessness and backs extended fire prevention by insurance firms and civic bodies. Fire Prevention Week runs October 7 to 10, with a hope for fewer fires that week and a push to make prevention a everyday national practice.
The passage argues radio use strengthens home life and the family circle. It credits radio as a growing, educational, home loving invention that promotes happiness and calls for better programs to serve the public. Seldon is cited as meeting human demand for novel entertainment.
The article contrasts two town resident mindsets. Class 1 holds life here only for work and stability, ready to move for a better job with little attachment. Class 2 values home and relationships, staying despite better opportunities if the town remains worthy, driving civic progress.
Cities and rural regions are discovering interdependence and shared interests. The essay argues against old city country quarrels and promotes a unified unit where urban growth and rural prosperity support each other, benefiting merchants and customers alike.
The speaker likens city life to a complex machine whose proper function relies on citizen interest in local government and home enterprises. He warns that neglect can wear the mechanism and urges tax reductions to relieve burdens, noting the public seeks honest, economical administration.
Mrs Geo Fr Davidson of Rockdale celebrated her eighty first birthday with relatives on October 1. Daughters Guthrie Mace and Robert Wiley arranged cake with 81 candles, piano numbers, readings, a botany lesson, floral romance, spelling game, cherry brick cream and iced angel cake squares, queen's wreath bowls, and village charades to end a joyful gathering.
From Sawyersville Alabama comes the marriage notice of Alma Ouida Hollis to John Vernon Hanna formerly of Cameron Texas and a former Herald staffer. Hanna left in 1924 to study monotype in Philadelphia and later secured a responsible post. The engagement lists Alma Hollis to wed in Birmingham Alabama on September 26 with J P Hollis of Sawyersville as her parent.
Clyde Winfield and Maye Northcott of Minerva wed at the court house on Wednesday at 6 p.m. with Judge Ed F. English officiating. The groom’s mother, Mrs Maggie Winfield, witnessed the ceremony.
A large social reception on North Central Avenue honored the bride Mrs Geo Childress Jr. Hosted by Mesdames George Childress and R H McIntosh, the event featured young attendants, music, and an ice course. More than one hundred ladies attended during the receiving hours.
Matt J. Zarosky and Miss Albina Matula were united in marriage at St. Moniza's church at 8:30 a m on Wednesday with Rev Ape officiating. The bride wore white crepe de chine and a tulle veil with orange blossom coronet. flowers were white bridal roses. A reception followed at the bride's home.
The Cameron History Club held a Tuesday afternoon event at Mrs. Ben P. Atkinson’s home. Guests included Cameron teachers, the superintendent’s wife, faculty members, and out of town visitor Mrs. Paul G. Silbers of San Antonio. Mrs. T. B. Henderson led ceremonies with piano introductions by Miss Lucile Dickard.
Members met Monday afternoon for a Home Mission study led by Mrs. C. W. Lawrence. Mrs. W. G. Gillis presented a Texas Home Missions map study. Papers were read by Mesdames Butts and Sapp. Mrs. J. G. Davis shared a story. Rally Day was planned for the second Monday in October at the Presbyterian church.
The Bible Study Class of the Methodist Missionary Society met at 4 p m in the Junior Sunday School Room. Mrs W O Triggs led questions with Mrs Robt Terry as referee. Ladies enjoyed the meeting and aim to increase attendance for monthly scripture study by books.
The Senior Epworth League schedules a rally day on Sunday October 4 with a 6 50 p m service at the Methodist church Aims include enlisting the church in Epworth League activities and youth involvement during Sunday School and morning service. Leaders emphasize meaningful training over mere enthusiasm to prepare youth for future church leadership.
The Epworth League is a school for character building offering social service and devotional work. It fosters unselfishness, wholesome recreation, leadership, and study of world conditions under the missionary superintendent, inviting all town youth to join next Sunday.
The Woman's Mission Union met in four circle groups for a Baptist Standard lesson. Circle one at Mrs. T. S. Henderson with 13 present. Circle two at Mrs. Burns with nine. Circle three at Mrs. Henley with nine. Circle four at Miss Jeter with nine. A social half hour followed each meeting. Next Monday a W. M. A. business session will be held at the Baptist church.
Mrs. Ray Burke hosted the Loyal Woman's Council session on Monday with Bible Study led by Mrs. W. H. Tucker. The group expressed gratitude to the Methodist and Baptist churches and local Christians for a successful meeting at the Methodist church that added fifteen members and praised plans for a future Christian church gathering in Cameron. Excavation is under way and builders will start soon.
Promotion day exercises were a success as children stepped up in Sunday School. Rally Day is near with Sunday services and the Lord's Supper at eleven. Midweek prayers are held, and the Superannuate Endowment continues receiving gifts to aid retired pastors and widows.
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