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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1929
Page
2
In many Texas counties the commissioners courts issue warrants certified for court horses jail work or other payments without voter approval when funds are unavailable. Shelby County rejects such debts from a prior administration and a suit to recover the certificate amount draws close scrutiny.
A leading transport company cut air passenger rates to about twice railroad and bus fares, quickly doubling travel. If air costs drop further to reach the average traveler, air travel may become the popular method. Many Texas towns are securing air ports and landing places will be as essential as stations.
Sul Ross State Teachers College in Alpine plans a new library costing 150000 dollars. The school has faced stiff legislative battles for funds but now gains recognition as a key Texas educational institution. The Alpine climate should help make it a leading teachers school in the state.
Road educational movements aim to educate the people on the need for a state bond issue of about 300 million pounds to supplement the gasoline tax and motor license income used for Texas road building. Supporters predict Highway Commissioner Sterling may run for governor with the bond issue as a main plank.
The Garden Club of Amarillo ordered ten dozen packages of bluebonnet seed from Mrs. J. K. Beretta in San Antonio. San Antonio Girl Scouts under Beretta’s leadership have long gathered and sent seeds northward, with the flower maturing as far as Alaska and expected to bloom abundantly across Texas.
San Saba operates a fertilizer company sending products to less fortunate sections with poor soils or intensive cultivation. Irrigated parts of the state use large quantities, especially where two or more crops are grown from the same land each year.
A San Marcos resort announces Sunday dinner at 1.00 and a labor day special at 1.25. The copy implies skilled labor can afford more while unskilled workers struggle, noting access to wages and organization differences. The piece contrasts brain and brawn in labor value and spending.
Thousands of people flocked to Dallas as the city hosts a rising aviation event drawing residents and visitors. Officials say crowds surged through the convention center and surrounding streets for a showcase of aircraft and tours.
Locals describe forced climbs to reach platforms and back, lament the long, steep stairs that deter visitors. They urge Mayor Tate to remove the stairs to improve Dallas as a welcoming city and ease arrivals and departures for travelers.
Fort Davis orchards report a strong fall crop of Delicios apples grown in the Davis Mountain area. Shipments are underway and the fruit is described as excellent alongside fine peaches pears and grapes from the region.
One of the largest meat packing outfits is establishing several creameries and poultry product plants at favorable Texas points. Paris has secured one location and Taylor and Austin are under consideration for another. Many creamery and cheese plants in Texas are being enlarged to meet rising business as the dairy and poultry trade expands rapidly.
A 12,000 egg capacity hatchery will be built at Smithville by a operator with similar plants in LaGrange Bellville and Schuylenburg. The owner notes modern equipment makes hatching profitable and is retiring the setting hen from the business.
Llano authorities report a new hotel project plus a leased tourist park site. A company will build cottages a dancing pavilion and a swimming pool to attract visitors each season.
The Fredericksburg hotel has been enlarged by repurposing the old Nimitz Hotel building at Feed Street. Officials confirm project expands lodging capacity and preserves historic structure while upgrading facilities.
The town of Ericksburg replaced a three story building years ago and now plans a large hotel expansion. Officials note a shortage of hotel rooms and a new addition is to begin immediately, signaling that Texas towns seem to need more lodging space.
A Runge farmer raises 38 crops this season and reports no hard times thanks to a strong bank account. The varied harvest resembles a seed catalogue index, yet the grower focuses on profits over variety.
Across the state the American Legion posts are presenting a citizen with a certificate proclaiming him the most distinguished citizen. The gesture recognizes his service and standing in the community.
J O Smith editor of the Elgin Courier and town manager was declared It at Elgin though many locals felt the honor should have gone to Smith’s manager.
A general public notice is issued without specific details or actions provided in readable text. No names dates or organizations are readable to identify the notice scope or deadline.
The Federal receipt No. 77510 dated September 4, 1929, issued by Cameron Compress Company for one bale of cotton by George H. Collier, is lost. The public is warned not to accept or deal with the receipt or any possessor.
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