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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1911
Page
8
Cleaning and pressing neatly done at Phil's. Numerous residents visit relatives in Waco Dallas Brenham Calvert and Navasota. Notices advertise clothing services and gifts, holiday travel plans, and local shop promotions. Community updates include visits by Mr. Wm Erwin Mrs. J M Pankey and families, plus brief business and travel mentions.
In 1995 lightning killed 169 people nationwide. Robert Madsen of West Burlington, Iowa, was said to be saved from virulent liver trouble and jaundice after four doctors gave him up. He reportedly recovered completely after taking Electric Bitters, touted as the best remedy for stomach, liver, nerves, kidneys, and blood purification at 60 cents a bottle at A.B. Boyd’s.
A fragmentary lyric tracing the boomer brakeman’s restless life across rail lines from the C N J to the West Santa Fe. It describes roaming, longing for home, a stubborn wanderlust, and the vow to heed the road until a final turn. The piece notes the brakeman hops systems and relies on minimal funds while chasing the call of travel.
A vivid lyric styled piece contrasts a self described aristocrat with Tam the lowliest listener among the tracks. The narrator likens themselves to a hospital for cars that have suffered jolts and jars, reflecting a harsh mechanical world.
The author, using railroad jargon, reflects on helpers and unsung workers in rail yards. The piece mentions Pullman cars, coal cars, and the rip track near the round house where broken cars are repaired, underscoring practical, unglamorous labor often overlooked by the world.
A Muscading Alabama man credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving his wife from a severe bronchial trouble and dangerous cough. The ad touts the remedy’s efficacy for lung issues, colds, asthma, hay fever, and croup, promising trial bottles and a guarantee at A B Boyd’s.
The Robertson County Medical Association held its annual convention in Hearne on Tuesday December 19 with physicians Drs Holman Bradford Collard Jr of Mumford and Drs Black Alexander and Cummingss of Hearne. Officers elected included Dr CG Holman president Dr S J Alexander vice president Dr John W Black secretary and treasurer. Censors elected were Drs Parker Gilson and Bradford. Legislative committee includes Drs Parker Vaughan and Ho W Cummings. Dr Holman named state association delegate and Dr Ho W Cummings alternate. Next meeting set for April 26 1912 at an undetermined location. Hearne doctors hosted a fine luncheon at Brown News Company dining room.
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