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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1935
Page
6
Classified public notice shows the firm Heffley-Dossett Insurance listed in Cameron Texas mail matter of second class under a 1879 act. It notes that obituaries notices and public entertainments with admission charged must pay regular rates.
The article discusses Cameron merchants facing the start of a busy season in September. It notes traders’ desire to become known, reclaim lost advertising, and attract customers after summer cutbacks. Merchants struggle with flashy schemes and costly campaigns as they seek effective, honest square-dealing promotion.
The piece argues against municipal ownership of Cameron utilities, detailing tax losses, labor costs, and potential harm to private investment. It warns of national socialist trends and stresses the need to keep government and private industry separate while highlighting agriculture's fragile income and the impact of foreign markets on Milam County farmers.
The Cameron Herald editor extols advertising as a cheap, effective means to reach the public and urges merchants to sustain campaigns. The piece notes Congress and Senate committees resuming probes into power lobbyists, munition makers, international bankers, receiverships, protective committees, and chain stores, with aims to expose abuses and craft reforms.
The Herald surveys Milam County and broader trends as readers seek insight into future conditions. It notes national optimism for fall with rising industrial activity and loan demand, while stock speculation shows signs of increased gambling as markets show movement.
The magazine offers guidance for boys and young men to improve tennis, shooting, passing, and swimming techniques. It cites past champions and interviews with top teams and athletes, including Minnesota and Pittsburgh, Jack Medica, and Ray Daughters. Subscriptions cost $1 yearly, $2 for three years, with 50 cents extra for foreign addresses.
Brown's Lotion promises to cure athlete's foot in five to fourteen days. Uses include washing with Brown's Lotion Soap first. Sold with money back guarantee in 60¢ and $1.00 sizes. soap 50¢ at New Cameron Drug Company. Separate note lists teachers from Cameron area visiting and staying with local residents.
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