21 Oct 1937
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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1937
Page
1
A notice discusses revamping circulation to cut unpaid lapsed subscriptions, citing postal rules and legal mailing limits. It notes the Herald’s standard nationwide policy, discontinuing unpaid renewals, and warns readers who miss copies they will not receive future issues. It also touches on crime law views from Dr Carlton Simon.
Milam County Chapter chairman John W. Haygood announced the 1937 Red Cross Roll Call will be held in November with details to follow. John Jeter will direct the drive in the business district and National Organization reps will visit Cameron for initial conference. John De Pratt of Joliet Illinois was fined $3 for slapping his wife after she crossed the kitchen floor he had just scrubbed.
Cameron Yoemen beat Taylor Ducks 13 to 0 last Friday, showing strong first half play and hinting at a district title run. They travel to Georgetown next Friday to face the Eagles on Snyder Field as fans anticipate a high school showdown in a first-time Georgetown matchup. Coach Wood praises reserve tackle Weems for stepping up after Lazek’s injury.
George Wall, 80, was found dead from a self inflicted gunshot at his Pin Oak Creek cabin Monday morning. Justice of Peace Thomas presided over the inquest and ruled death by own action. Funeral services were held Tuesday with burial in Gause cemetery.
Ad Hall School will hold a free Hallowe'en Carnival on Thursday night October 28 with games contests and other attractions. Refreshments will be sold and proceeds go to the school.
Dardenella Ault of Corpus Christi was chosen freshman bride at Mary Hardin-Baylor in a ceremonial Aztec setting Saturday night. Chris tene Lindsey of Malakoff presided as bridegroom, continuing the annual junior and freshman class wedding ritual known as Ima Newgirl to U. R. Oldgirl, which even amused Mr. Ripley in a Believe It Or Not cartoon.
Grabein Chevrolet announces two new 1938 Chevrolet passenger car series debuting Saturday October 23. Highlights include the Tiptoe-matic clutch for safer easier operation, redesigned bodies and interiors, and the 85 horsepower overhead valve six engine with hydraulic brakes and Fisher turret-top bodies. Master DeLuxe line features knee action suspension in its fifth year with advanced styling noted across models.
The Parent Teachers Association announces a Hallowe'en Jamboree at Maysfield School on Thursday night October 28. A program of entertainment and prizes will be offered with a grand prize breakfast set as the major award. The women of the association invite the public to attend.
Mrs. Ina Catchings faces a district court trial on charges of intent to murder. The indictment states she entered the bedroom of her sister in law Encarnacion Esparza and fired two shots, though he survived the attack near Rockdale.
New York Giants outfielder Joe Moore arrives back in Gause after starring in the World Series. Cameron friends praise his hitting as he heads to his farm and cattle ranching interests. He led the batting for his team and will tend to his white face cattle and broad acres once the season ends.
The Ritz Brothers headline the Cameron Theatre musical comedy Life Begins in College directed by Darry Fr Zanuck of Twentieth Century Fox. Joins a notable cast including Joan Davis Tony Martin Gloria Stuart with Fred Stone Nat Pendleton Ed Thorgerson and others as the film opens today.
Knights of Columbus in Parma announce Sunday November 7 as the date for the exemplification of the three major degrees. Fourteen candidates are named with a goal of twenty five as Leo Hollas and Jerry Mikula lead two teams in the second class of the year.
Progress toward civilization is noted among Batak inhabitants of the Dutch East Indies who once ate enemies and elderly rivals. It is reported they have forsaken cannibalism and now eat dogs instead, signaling a change in dietary practice.
Hayden Duke of the state health department is touring Milam County, surveying water supply ventilation light and building quality in ninety schools. He began Monday and inspected seven schools on the first day.
Mayor Chas C. Smith and City Attorney Bill Morrison met Wednesday with Community Public Service officials in Fort Worth to discuss buying the water system. Cameron council authorized 150000 in bonds to buy or build a system, with spending left to the council. The utility has not agreed to sell, and extra funds may be sought if needed under Smith’s leadership.
R. G. Grabein, local Chevrolet dealer, came home from a zone meeting in San Antonio enthused about 1938 models. J. B. Hancock, zone manager, said the upcoming introduction period will spark unprecedented public interest in the new offerings, highlighted by safety, performance, economy, comfort and style. Cameron participants included John Muse and Dero Jenkins.
Sheriff Max Kennedy took Roy Hamby to the state penitentiary at Huntsville after a district court sentence last week. Hamby received five years for robbery by assault and one year for driving a car while intoxicated.
Texas A&M coach Homer Norton gears up for a Southwest Conference showdown as the Aggies face Baylor on October 23. The team must rebound from a 7-7 tie with Texas Christian while Baylor’s freshman squad studies the Cadets’ tactics.
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