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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1917
Page
4
A series of aphorisms critique human behavior and infrastructure. It notes that failed marriages color all failures, a mile of bad road costs more than many miles of good, Texas rain can occur in drought, fair treatment defines character, and many who claim ease have not faced real effort.
Williamson county voted for wet status by a narrow margin of about fifty votes. The Henrietta Independent, hostile to Ferguson and Speaker Fuller, labels Fuller as a target. Austin discussions hint at a possible third special legislative session after the current term ends.
As a university regent or in any role Colonel Geo Brackenridge of San Antonio is trusted to do his duty as he sees fit. The remark highlights his independent stance and reliable character.
On the university board of regents Colonel Seeley from Galveston strengthens the campus connection to the city. The move signals expected gains in support and resources for the institution.
The speaker argues peace will not come from Rome’s leadership or from church influence. He asserts peace requires a decisive victory by one side and accuses Christian leadership of hiding from accountability.
The Henrietta Independent notes cotton in Clay County has largely resisted boll weevils with more to come. It suggests many Texas counties could fare well if weather and markets cooperate. With prices around twenty five to thirty cents, farmers may approximate a decent crop statewide.
A Roscoe Times editor defends patriots and questions pacifists while praising Brother Hill as a journalist. The Killeen Herald is cited on wheat price protests, noting farmers’ anger at a fixed price of 165 per bushel and condemning those who burn produce as unpatriotic amid bread shortages.
The young Gideon Topwood enters church to raucous reaction from the congregation. The minister pauses as Gid surveys the room causing embarrassed laughter and nudges from parishioners before leaving without further incident.
A note reports that many Gideons today hesitate to enter church services for fear of attracting attention, reflecting air of caution within the group.
The Beeville Bee argues German influence did not spark negro violence in Houston but condemns northern attitudes that condemn. It condemns race prejudice, warns of danger when blacks are uncontrolled, and discusses tax remission for poverty-stricken Western farmers facing crop losses. It supports a safeguarded state aid plan to secure next year’s crop while urging careful fund distribution.
The Kerrville Sun comments on the Abilene A and M college location dispute. It argues the city should celebrate Kerrville's efforts, acknowledge the rival victory, and focus on future projects without bitterness or impeachment charges.
The article argues experience is the best teacher and urges using others’ experience. It notes that thousands have used Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and colds with excellent results, calling it prompt effective and pleasant to take.
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