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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1928
Page
12
A half page ad from Max Collins promotes an exclusive haber dashery for men with an extra ordinary line of shoes shirts and other items at new low prices. The store handles the Pool line of shirt and work clothes and touts the best fall suits in seasons.
M. C. Fox of the Milami County Battery Company reports motorists praise Day ton Tires and he sells many weekly. Special prices are offered as the Herald last issue carried a large display announcement.
Jake Posey promotes his new Cameron loaf as a big seller, signaling growth for the town's bakery industry. The Herald notes that the bread is driving Cameron toward the forefront of Texas towns with bakery facilities.
Joe J. Michalka announces the Studebaker最高 teaser and 114 records for speed and stamina by the new Studebaker line. The company and Mr Michalka select The Herald to carry Studebaker ads going forward.
Milam County Hardware announces Reznor Gas Heaters for homes and large business heaters in stock. Santa Fe railroad issues rates to the Dallas Fair. Cato’s Midget Cafe opens in Cameron with growing customer praise. Bowman Motor Company showcases Goodrich Silvertown tires with a favorable quality note for autos and trucks.
A tire firm pledges first class service and low mile age costs to car owners. It touts high mileage at low cost and offers to fit a car with the next set to prove the mileage claim and value of Goodrich tires.
McLane and McLane at the Ham House publish this week’s grocery prices. Sugar features prominently alongside a Del Monte sale. The McLane Brothers quote notable prices at the popular trading spot.
The advertisement features the line If you must use a hammer build a house as its true epigram. Mr. Jeter is praised for saying things well and readers are urged to read his weekly ads for thoughtful messages.
Maytastik and Sons begin their first ginning season in Cameron with a newly opened electric gin that has drawn gratifying patronage. Mr Matyastik has heavily used The Herald columns to promote the gin to farmers.
A. J. Matocha and Company promote Humphrey Radiant Fire Heaters for gas as a satisfactory line and are selling a large number to customers. Mr Matocha endorses the product and offers it through his sales channel.
Montevallo Coal Company runs a series of ads to boost sales as Jeter Lumber Company offers Montevallo coal. The promotions come as buyers prepare for impending winter demand.
The Horned Frog Service Station rises in fame as locals flock to the Walschak Brothers shop known for quality products and the Horned Frog name linked to the corner stone of the courthouse.
Texas Water Utilities issues a special Cameron notice inviting residents to watch a planned series of public advertisements. The announcements emphasize consumer information and service updates for Cameron.
The issue presents the first of a series of advertisements stressing the importance of water utilities and public policy. It notes the need for readers to learn more about their water services and the people behind them. Mr. and Mrs. Watson, managers for the local plant, are mentioned as having many friends in town.
The Herald explains that I. G. A. Stores publish grocery ads for the benefit of member shops. These ads promote uniform prices and products across IGA sites.
Hubert Hefley Motor Company reports record Goodyear tire sales in 1928 driven by price promotions and advertising. Hefley notes rising Ford deliveries with faster production and many orders to fill, indicating strong demand as bookings continue.
Brally resumes duties after illness as Pittsburg becomes a popular favorite and many Cameron homes plan to use them this winter.
A local Coleman Chevrolet advertisement promotes a special week long deal on many car services for just above 85 dollars. The notice urges readers to read the issue for full details and participating items.
Cameron Furniture Company showcases Quick Meal Gastoves and a popular gas heater line as it fills with new shipments and advertises the lowest prices in years.
Mrs C F Green hosted the Friday afternoon club at her home in the Green addition last Friday at four. The rooms were decorated with early fall flowers. After business, guests played bridge with Mrs Claude Triggs winning high, a novelty pin, and Mrs Eugene Green taking second high as an incense burner prize.
Mrs R H Johnson, known for Gifts That Last, expands her shop with an unusual line of jewelry and gift goods proving her advertising slogan in merchandise and offerings.
Horstmann Brothers report strong sales this season for Hudson and Essex models. A special display is planned in the Tire store showroom to showcase these popular cars.
C N Green shows gas bills to illustrate Laurel Gas Store efficiency. He claims the stores were bought for economy and other features, and that customers are satisfied users.
Trade Briefs invites readers to the Community Natural Gas display in The Herald announcing Pittsburg Water Heater offered at 2.00 down with balance billed monthly on the gas bill. Free installation is included. Mr.
Cushion and Mrs. Fred Childress Jr were awarded a vanity. The hostess served brick cream and cake. The next meeting is set with Mrs. Eugene Green on October fourth.
The women's group of the Baptist church held a week of prayer with daily 4 PM meetings. The week centered on the theme Winning Texas with a different topic each day.
The work discussed focuses on cooperation dealing and teaching with emphasis on young people. Leaders listed include Mrs. Geo. McGehee Monday Mrs. A. N. Green Tuesday Mrs. Preston Graves Wednesday Mrs. H. P. Black Thursday and Mrs. J. E. Bell Friday.
Miss Maggie Reed McCown a Baylor College student spent the weekend with her mother Mrs Lillie McCown in a brief family visit noting the close ties between student life and home.
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