Origins of Halloween The Druid Roots of Hallowe'en
An overview tracing Halloween from Druids in ancient Britain and Gaul to its later blends with Roman harvest rites. It notes the vigil on October 31, connections to Samhain, and practices like bonfires nuts and apple ducking, with regional variations in Ireland Scotland and Wales.
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Great Britaan
United States
Robert Burns
Scotland
Burns
Hallowe'en
Hallowe’en
Saman
Ireland
England
Wales
Connoley Addresses Lions Club On Congress and World Court
Congressmen Tom Connoley spoke before the Lions Club outlining the upcoming session and urging closer cooperation between citizens and their representatives. He predicted the United States would join the world court if the President pushes for it, noted the president supports the court, and forecast tax changes including a $3000 exemption for married couples and a 25 percent cut in the normal rate.
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Tom Connoley
Lion's Club
Connoley
Congress
United States
World Court
Mrs Charlie Price Delegates From Cameron Chapter
Mrs Charlie Price travels to San Antonio this week as delegate from Cameron Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.
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Charlie Price
San Antonio
Cameron Chapter
Order of the Eastork Tews
Board Amends Athletic Eligibility Rule in 1925 Vote
The school board amended Rule 4 of athletic requirements delaying enforcement until after the current session. The amendment, approved 3 to 2, allows football players previously disqualified by earlier rulings to become eligible in the 1926 27 term with stringent eligibility standards still in place. Mrs. Gillis and Mrs. Triggs opposed. C. L. Kidd chaired the meeting.
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W. G. Gillis
W. C. Triggs
B. P. Atkinson
E. A. Wallace
Wm. Henderson
C. L. Kidd
Cameron Producers Consumers Market Opens Saturday
A new market for producers and consumers will open Saturday in the building beside the old Henne Meyer stand. It will run on a saving plan for shoppers with public needs guiding operations and every effort aimed at pleasing patrons.
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Henne & Meyer
Denson Family Visits Miss Mary Sue Denson at Southwestern
Dr and Mrs T J Denson and daughters Dorthy and Rosalie Baskin traveled to Georgetown Sunday to see Miss Mary Sue Denson who is a popular student at Southwestern University.
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T. J. Denson
Dorthy Denson
Rosalie Baskin
Georgetown
Mary Sue Denson
Southwestern University
Road resurfacing under county allotment cited
Giles L. Avriett, county auditor, notes work on the Cameron Walkers Creek road under a 17800 Highway Commission allotment. Resurfacing in Rockdale and Milano areas continues with plans to top with asphalt next spring. Weather delays loom as graveling on the Ad Hall to Cameron road awaits sun and final financing details were settled with bankers.
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Giles L. Avriett
Cameron-Walkers Creek
Highway Commission
Rockdale
Milano
Commissioners Court
Arriett
Cameron Road
Ed Harris Struck by Train Loses Leg
Ed Harris was hit by a north bound Southern Pacific passenger train at 8 45 Monday morning. His left leg was amputated after he was taken to hospital and underwent operation. Harris, a local businessman, reportedly stepped onto the track and was struck as the train slowed into the siding. Recovery expected.
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Ed. Harris
Southern Pacific
Price & Dehl
Cameron Fruit Co
Harris
Tyson Sells Out Confectionery Interest to Sprott
Dan Tyson city tax assessor and collector has sold his half interest in Tyson and Sprott confectionery to Chas Sprott. Sprott took charge Wednesday. Tyson came to the business in 1922 from the Traffic Exchange which he sold to Sprott. The workman’s change follows. Tyson plans unknown. he may enter another line. He also serves as city tax collector and school board secretary.
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Dan Tyson
Tyson & Sprott
Chas. Sprott
Sprott
Mr. Tyson
Traffic Exchange
Mr. Sprott
Wm. Balhorn
John M. Tucker
Tyson
Ty#en
Noted Farm Leader to Talk to Cameron Farmers
Clarence Ousley, noted farm leader and former Assistant Secretary of Agriculture under Woodrow Wilson, will speak at Cameron Court House on Monday November 2 as part of the First Monday program. If weather permits, the address may be moved outdoors, at the invitation of the Commercial Club in cooperation with the Farm Bureau Marketing Association.
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Clarence Ousley
Woodrow Wilson
Cameron
Ousley
Commercial Club
Farm Bureau Marketing Association
America
Court House
Trades Day in Cameron Draws Large Crowds
Thousands are expected for Trades Day in Cameron on November 2 with a parade of auto dealers showcasing new models, bands, and the Fire Department. Hon. Clarence Ousley will address farmers as merchants offer numerous bargains. Read the big ad and visit Cameron for the event.
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Clarence Ousley
Cameron
Book Shower Benefits Yoo High Library Contest
A recent book shower for Yoo High Library used a contest format. Students entered with enthusiasm, and the class donating the most books would earn a half holiday. Counts are incomplete, and the reward decision is pending. The Cameron community is thanked for its generous support.
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Yoo High Library
Asm
Cameron
Armistice Day Celebration Planned in Cameron Milam County
Edwin Hardy Post No. 9 at Cameron plans Armistice Day on November 11 for Milam County ex service men. The day features a concert by Cameron Municipal Band, a 3 pm football game Cameron versus Baylor Cubs, a downtown basket dinner, hourly events, and a courthouse patriotic program. Fireworks ban imposed by Mayor Davis.
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Milam County
Hardy Post No. 9
Cameron
Public Square
Cameron Municipal Band
Geo. Fairleigh
College Station
Baylor Cubs
L. van Perkins
Yee
Yee High School
Yeemen
Lawlees Green
Davis
Legion
Court House
W. G. Gillis
Legion Post
Rockdale
Sophomore Picnic Near Cameron Captures Moonlit Fun
Sophomore Class chaperoned by Miss Tubbs and Miss Pitts enjoyed a moonlit picnic a few miles west of Cameron. Students played games, sang with ukulele music, built a large fire, roasted weenies, and shared sandwiches, pickles, buns, cake, and soda before returning home.
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Miss Tubbs
Miss Pitts
Cameron
Cameron Caldwell Meet for Decision in Friday Showdown
Cameron meets Caldwell at Lawless Green Athletic Field Friday at 3 pm in a conference game seen as a decisive clash. Four players return from ineligibility boosting Cameron’s strength while ticket demand rises as towns anticipate a royal duel and a potential championship stake.
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Cy Perkins
Caldwell
Cameron
Lawless Green Athletic Field
Bagget
Moody
Baskin
Jeter
Municipal
Championsip
Bryan
Tickets On Sale For Home Talent Lyceum Course
Season tickets available for the Home Talent Lyceum Course managed by History Club. Goal set at 1000 dollars for advance sales to fund Cameron Schools enhancements. Eight attractions run from November 6 with Band Master Fairleigh directing an eminent Cameron program. Admits two dollars. high school students 41. elementary students five cents.
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Fairleigh
Canonas Municipal Band
Cameron
Funeral Trip Reflects Eastland’s Passing Call
Mr and Mrs Walter Newton Mrs R P Jeter Miss Lily Mage and Miss Mabel Jeter traveled to Mineral Welk Thursday to attend the funeral of Dr J H Eastland. Miss Jeter remained with her sister Mrs Eastland while Mr and Mrs Newton and Mrs R P Detour ened to Camexon.
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Walter Newton
R. P. Jeter
Lily Mage
Mabel Jeter
Mineral Welk
J. H. Eastland
Jeter
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Our Town
Lions Club
BOARD
Farm Bureau
The
Edwin
Soph Picnic
Cameron-Caldwell
Ligcura
Campron
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