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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1923
Page
6
Subscription rates shown for one year and six months with 1911 post office filing. Advertising rates include display at 25 cents per inch and local readers at 10 cents per line per insertion. Notice dated December 21 1923 in Hearne Texas.
A Hearne citizen Dr. H. W. Cummings on the State committee presented Governor Pat M. Neff as the Democratic nominee for president, endorsed by the Democratic State Executive Committee in Dallas. The notice argues for regional recognition and notes reform needs amid national political shifts and the White House dormancy.
The Robertson county cotton crop year 1922 yielded 21 815 bales and 1928 up to December 1 totaled 35 3038 bales based on 500 lb bales. At county average prices, 1922 brought 2 500 000 dollars and 1928 about 4 500 000 dollars, with remaining unharvested cotton likely pushing total near five million.
A notice from Mrs. N. P. Wimberly at the Oxford Hotel requests information about Lillie May Brown who married a railroad man from Sherman and is said to have moved to Hearne with her husband. Call at the Oxford Hotel for details.
Miss Thelma Talley a teacher in an Orange ward school and Miss Ora Mae Talley a student at C. J. A. will be with their parents Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Talley for Christmas week sharing holiday company and family time.
A critique on honesty in newspaper ads praising truth in advertising and its returns. It cites Lincoln’s quote about fooling people and argues that false bargains harm business, while consistent truthful ads attract customers and build lasting trust.
Misses Maggie and Madeline Curry traveled to Houston for a weekend visit. They were seen at local events and shared time with friends in the city.
Mrs. Sallie Bush known as Grandma Bush was run over by a car driven by Miss Ollie Bush Monday morning. She died about 12 o clock Tuesday. Funeral held at Boone Prairie Wednesday at 2. Sympathy extended to Judge Henry A. Bush and Robertson county.
The Shakespeare Club held its last 1928 meeting on Thursday at Mrs. W. H. Bivin’s home, with Mrs. H. C. Lyon leading the final Macbeth lesson. Plans for the municipal Christmas tree were discussed before the study hour, and Mrs. Bivin served chicken sandwiches, olives, and coffee after adjournment. Mrs. L. G. C. Fitch attended as a guest.
Postmaster Chas J. Hostrasser reports brisk local demand for the Government's Registered Treasury Savings Certificates since their December 1 launch. At new prices and with compound interest, 80 cents invested yields 1 dollar over 11 years, returning 20 cents in interest.
An old advertisement claims PAZO OINTMENT will refund money if it cures itching bleeding or protruding piles. It touts relief after the first application and suggests immediate ease and rest. The wording reflects vintage direct marketing aimed at sufferers seeking a trusted remedy.
Miss Katie Curry visited Houston early in the week, drawing attention from locals and spreading social chatter about the stop. The brief appearance sparked curiosity and local interest in community circles.
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