10 Apr 1964
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1964
Page
1
Coach Kuehn urged Hearne tracksters to give their best in the upcoming district meet, noting success hinges on every runner jumper and fieldman. The team rested last weekend for the FFA Project Show and has been refining relays and long sprint combinations, while family visits from Houston and Lovelady are noted.
Mr and Mrs L W Perkins and Mr and Mrs P J Haag enjoyed a weekend tour of Hodges Gardens at Many Louisiana. The visitors explored the scenic grounds and viewed the garden displays during their stay.
The Hearne renewal director says the non profit apartment project will house those displaced by renewal and highway work, though officials note little link to the current renewal plan. Most dislocated renters cannot afford 70 to 96 dollars monthly. project aims for general public access.
The story compares Holand dikes failure flooding lives to Texas traffic safety. It urges motorists and pedestrians to accept responsibility, yield the right of way, and follow the Golden Rule to reduce deaths on highways.
A reflective column with vignettes on cemeteries visits in Norwood, memories of friends, and North Carolina scenery. It blends personal anecdotes about funerals, local life in High Point and Mayes, and scattered notes on sports and community figures.
Funeral services for Arthur D. Abbott age 74 were held at Heartfield Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Warren F. Merritt officiating. He died Sunday in a Temple hospital. Interment was in Norwood Cemetery. Surviving include his wife, two sons in Hearne, two daughters in Temple and Port Arthur, twelve grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and two sisters. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers listed.
Taylor pushed two runs across in the sixth to drop Hearne 7 6 in the Eagles fourth start of the season. Hearne led 4 2 after two. Taylor tied it with three in the fifth and took the lead in the sixth as Batson fanned eight. Jackson Batson Ely and Batson had two hits each for Taylor while Reeder and Biot added one. Next game at Aen Academy on April 14. Weekend visitors included Miss Ronda Rushing of La Porte with friends Cathy Larson and Jackie Britton. E R Herod and Don Hummel visited Houston relatives.
Mrs Parnell and I thank Dr J P Fleming Jr and staff at Gearcy Fleming Hospital for wonderful care during hospitalization. Grateful for cards and kindness from friends and neighbors. Mr and Mrs Louis Parnell Tin
April 15, 1963 filing deadline looms for Austin IRS District taxpayers. District Director R L Phinney urges timely returns and notes phone help for questions. Complex cases advised to hire a tax specialist. mail returns to 314 West 11th Street, Austin. District Covers southern Texas including Robertson County.
In Cleburne on April 1 a robbery at an auto parts store left Pollos Riley in fair condition at Memorial Hospital after a gunman struck him from behind. James Willie Rice, 28, an ex convict and suspect, shot himself nearby as officers closed in. Rice had prior arson and burglary convictions and was a part time city employee.
Funeral services were held in Ennis at 2 p.m. April 1 for J. W. Pool 48 who died suddenly at his Hearne home. Officiants were Rev. Clarence Jennings and Rev. Carl Bilderback. Interment was at Elm Branch Cemetery near Cardwell with a Masonic rite. Survivors include his wife Eloise, one son Joe of Ennis, his mother in Ennis, and two brothers. He was Road Foreman of Enigne a Dallas-Austin Division of Southern Pacific.
A menu list covers daily meals including pork burgers, soups, corndogs, fritople, fish sticks, and various sides with milk and bread. The second part records a Living Circle meeting for the Cub Scouts with den mother Mrs. Dan Brewer, pledge, dues, gifts, and refreshments. Visitors include Kenneth Swick and David Miller with Miss Fran Redus.
Cub Scouts Den 3 met Tuesday March 31 at Mrs Milton Aalen home. Terry Kutner served Cokes and chips before the meeting. After pledging allegiance roll call and dues were collected. They worked on bean plaques for pack display and practiced parts for the upcoming skit. John Zeig new member reviewed Bobcat requirements. Phillip Blocker showed a butterfly net for Bear Achievement. Stuart Luster told a story about Abraham Lincoln for Wolf Achievement No 12. Outdoor games followed.
Burt Richards of Fairfield and Jim Foster of Fredericksburg, both students at A&M University, visited Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Laughlin Sunday.
Subject to the Democratic Primary, May 2, announces candidates for Congress, State Board of Education, sheriff, tax assessor collector, and constable. Names include Olan B Thague Sack Zubik for District 11, Joe Carnon Moore for two seats, Melon Dan Kubiak, Mrs Will Miller for reelection, E P Elliott, Lamar Closs, James B Seigler, Samuel M Mounts, and John Henry Wilson Jr. for various offices.
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