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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1921
Page
4
A public call asserts law as the foundation of freedom and urges defenders of order to oppose lawlessness in Texas. Mayor Hearrell prohibits Ku Klux Klan parades in Cameron to prevent violence seen in Lorena. The piece urges unity, justice, and steadfast support for authorities to preserve peace.
The piece argues that rising prices and breached bargains reveal true business character. It laments widespread bad faith, notes oral agreements and lack of legal safeguards, and praises merchants who honor contracts even at personal cost. It stresses honor as foundation of credit and trust.
Miss Annie May Thompson aged about 25 died at her Cameron home on Wednesday morning October 5 and was buried at Oak Hill cemetery that afternoon. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at three o'clock with Rev. H. R. MacFadyen assisted by F. Key. The funeral was conducted by Henne & Meyer undertakers.
A Cameron resident died after a several year illness from tuberculosis. She is survived by her father E. M. Thompson, a pioneer resident of the county, and one brother, both of Cameron. The Herald offers sympathy to the bereaved family.
Jr. and Mrs. Bruce Gentry with their children and Mrs. Kate Gentry motored over from Rockdale Wednesday evening for an hour with Mr. and Mrs. W A Morrison.
Introduction to a school column argues football builds cooperation perseverance leadership and efficiency. The piece says sport trains boys for citizenship, business and community impact, urging readers to support games by attending and buying tickets, ending with a rallying call Lets go.
Andrew Randell of Sherman, grand master of Texas Masons, publicly warned against any Blue Lodge support for the Klan. High Masonic officials urged severing ties with the nameless society and stressed Masonry’s commitment to law and order, condemning unlawful activity by unknown agents.
Giles L. Arriett and Master Hilliard Thomas return home from an extended visit with Mrs. McIntyre in Marathon. The item notes Heinz India relish and sweet gherkin pickles among household provisions.
The message lists worship hours for First Presbyterian Church with Minister H R MacFadyen. Sunday services at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Bible study at 9:45 a.m. Sunday. Prayer service on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.
Rev Ira F Key pastor schedules Sunday school at 9 45 a m with preaching at 11 a m and 730 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday at 750 p m
Sunday school begins at 9 45 a m with J C Martin as superintendent. Worship services follow at 11 a m and 730 p m. A prayer meeting is held at 730 p m on Wednesday evenings.
The Christian Church led by Pastor Rev. H. F. Weaver schedules Bible school at 9 45 a m Sunday with preaching at 11 a m and 7 45 p m on Sunday. Prayer meeting is set for Wednesday evenings at 7 45.
Robert McLane Grocery Co. wins against Jas. Kaker receiver with a damages verdict of 1411.76 plus 6 percent interest from date. Miller Indemnity Underwriters suit against damClin Calicutt et al set for Thursday Oct 6. Buckholts State Bank vs Gulf Colorado Santa Fe Ry Co set for Monday Oct 10. G. C. Murry vs Santa Fe Ry Co set for Oct 12.
Advertisement touts Aunt Jemima pure cream meal sold in all sack sizes and lists Giles L. Avriett as contact or sponsor.
The State versus Charlie Allen tried Tuesday October 4 resulted in a fine of 10 dollars and one day in jail. Lawson versus Lawson for recovery of personal property set for October 5. State versus McGoldrich examining for burglary set for Friday October 7. Burlington State Bank versus W Kck Johnson set for Monday October 10. State versus White set for Monday October 10. American Surety Company versus T Thach set for November 6.
Giles L. Avriett reports on Welch and Red Wing grape juice products. Details mention Avriett as author and brand names linked to beverage varieties and regional availability.
The court will hold a special session Friday October 7 to receive bids for constructing bridges damaged by recent floods. Officials expect proposals from contractors and will evaluate bids for multiple bridge projects.
List of vehicle owners with makes and towns: Y A Gjedde Ford Rockdale Joe Ondrej Dodge Cameron Jessie Lewenstein Buick Cameron E J Rinn Ford Buckholts Rt 1 A B Guinn Buick Cameron S G Hensley Ford Rosebud A A Doss Ford Rockdale.
John Penny to Miss Nettie Spencer Alonzo Robinson to Tela McKinney T B Mosely to June Vanical Penre Martinez to Juan Corondez Garfield L Humbles to Miss Minnie Mae Foster Earl Westmoreland to Miss Paulins Hall F C Hill to Eunice Collins R L Yoakum to Miss Emma Holi
Willie Jackson transfers block 11 in Gause to HeClain Farrell Motor Co for 8675. J A Clark and wife convey 160 acres from J J Acosta survey for 11000. John W Hale and wife sell dwelling and store to John Hicks for 100. W T Johnson transfers undivided 89 acres from A Forbes survey to W Q Ellison for 400. James Mitchell and others sell 30 acres from Jess Leal survey to Wiley Williams for 200. W W Latham transfers 80 acres partition to W O Latham for 1. Caroline Yoe transfers 445 acres from J A De Pena survey to Joseph Kestrum for 49000.
Last Sabbath marked a record Rally day at the Bible school with over 200 present. The event featured an attractive program and a photo of the twins group at Pace Marshall Drug store. Friday evening offers an old fashioned church lawn gathering and Sunday services proceed as usual. The pastor and Mr C W Lawrence plan to attend the state Synod in Brownwood next week.
Property deeds listed include J. J. Barrett to E. L. Brod for 22 acres of Antonio Rios delos survey at 2750 dollars Emil Werner to Herman Weise lot1 block1 Paul Schultz addition Cameron 350 dollars house and lot from Monroe H M Thomas et al to J R King 1500 dollars M S Scott et ux to E A Camp 33 acres J J Acosta survey 3500 dollars R L Young et ux to Milam county 8 acres Jose Leal survey 95 dollars I H Hillyer to W Goins lots 11 12 13 Ann S Williams addition Rockdale 64 dollars.
The State of Texas informs all interested in the estate of Raymond Posey that Ben Na hours has filed for appointment as administrator. A hearing is set for the first Monday in December 1921 at the Milam County Courthouse in Cameron Texas. Objections must be filed. this notice is dated September 27 1921 and issued by Will T. Yates Clerk.
Giles L. Avr iett referenced in connection with Maxwell House Golden Gate and John Bremond coffee items.
Mayor U S Hearrell of Cameron Texas issues a proclamation to prevent any Klu Klux bands from marching or disguising themselves in the city. The measure cites criminal code provisions on riot and unlawful assembly and authorizes a special police force to arrest and disperse masked groups.
Fresh shipment of shredded wheat and cream of wheat announced with producer Giles L. Avriett named in connection to the delivery.
Mr and Mrs J M Sypert of Rog were guests last week of Mrs Sypert's sisters Mesdames Martha Rogers and Texanna Rucker. The ladies enjoyed Lipton's and King's George's Flowery Orange Pekoe tea for iced tea. Giles L Avviett.
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