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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1972
Page
1
A reflection on the Bible’s many translations and interpretations across Western culture. It notes the shift from the Elizabethan language to 20th century modern phrasing, linking evolving understanding with advances in technology and exploration. The piece emphasizes enduring mystery in people, nature, and the universe.
The translation discusses four enigmatic phenomena from Proverbs 30 18 19 including an eagle in the sky a snake on a rock a ship at sea and lovers unseen despite a clear sky. It contrasts fascination with nature against science and notes patience in planned realities while conceding frustration at a tennis ball.
Supt. James T. Baker told ex students at their banquet that a one million dollar bond election to update McGregor schools depends on acquiring government land south of town and the district's ability to manage the finances. Plans include relocating athletic facilities, using the balance for an agriculture department farm, and eventually building a new high school.
A 17 year old Bryan youth David F. Zimmerman drowned while swimming near Welch Park Somerville Lake. He was last seen about 11 a.m. after swimming from Welch Park to a nearby island and is believed to have gone under while returning to Welch Park.
The Caldwell county reports Robertson County deer season starts November 18. Game warden notes higher deer numbers in better condition roaming fields and woods. Two buck limit with forked antlers allowed. does and spike deer prohibited this year.
Six diamond rings valued at about 1100 dollars were stolen from Faver Jewelry in Rockdale during business hours between 10 a.m. and noon. A display pad holding the rings was taken from a shelf and later found discarded at a downtown cafe telephone booth.
A study by the International Association of Chiefs of Police shows Waco police severely undermanned with too few officers amid rising crime. The shortage drags down the chain of command as vacancies from patrol ranks fill other positions, limiting preventive patrol.
The Temple City Commission passed an emergency ordinance restricting the sale of syringes and related items to individuals over 18. The measure also prohibits real sale of hypodermic needles to curb illegal drug use and applies to books magazines statutes motion pictures recordings.
Rosebud Volunteer Fire Department pumper racing team collected and sold a large haul of glass bottles jars and containers this week to a Waco manufacturer following months of gathering and selling smaller loads.
State Rep. Price Daniel Jr. urged Texans to vote for Amendment 4 to revise the Texas Constitution. He cited Sharpstown scandals and a need to limit the Speaker's power, advocating a Constitutional Revision Commission and a 1974 Constitutional Convention.
Ira McDaniel of Bai leyville Crossroads area was found Wednesday morning about three miles from his start after a coordinated search by Cameron and Rosebud teams. Fire units, Milam County Sheriff’s Department, Rosebud Fire Department, a DPS helicopter, officers, and volunteers scoured Pond Creek perimeters on foot horseback and by vehicle.
A long-forgotten land scam in 1887 sold deeds for Oxford City, a non existent town between Milano and Gause. The Texas Land and Colonization Co issued Lots 3 and 4 in Block 84, Division H, promising a thriving city. Deeds led buyers to a false prospect, with two volumes of deeds in Milam County Courthouse documenting the fraud.
Milam County Clerk Wayne Weiser reports absentee voting is ahead of normal for the November 7 election. About 125 ballots have been mailed and some residents have voted in person at the clerk’s office. Absentee voting opened October 18 and runs through November 3 for those out of county or unable to vote in person with a doctor’s certificate for in county mailed ballots.
The American Legion Edwin Hardy Post 9 in Cameron hosts a Veterans Day breakfast at Simon George Hall from 6 to 9 a.m. All veterans and families are invited along with the public.
Washington debates the fate of 539 officially listed prisoners and 1 142 missing service members as Nixon and McGovern clash over wartime policy. Hanoi’s release of three prisoners to antiwar activists spurs scrutiny and possible repercussions for captives.
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