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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1961
Page
2
Extracts from the 1890 Christmas issue discuss commerce versus meaning in the season. One writer laments folly, greed, debt, and store advertising eroding sacred cheer, while another defends enduring spiritual joys and timeless carols. A third voice notes mixed feelings toward modern life.
Visitors expected to celebrate the Christmas holidays with Mrs. T. A. Cullum and her grandson, Jerry Rhodes, are Mrs. Lillian Rhodes of Houston and Joe Bill Rhodes of Austin.
A reflective column on Christmas cards warming hearts and revealing true friendships. It includes a Mexia anecdote about a card exchange game and a ponderous note on human connection. The piece closes with reflections from poets and philosophers on human commonality.
Sidelights note John B Connally resigning as U S Secretary of the Navy to run for Texas governor caused speculation in Austin Attorney General Will Wilson calls it a Washington fairytale He recalls predicting Connally would seek Gov Price Daniel's blessing Daniel says he will extend courtesy and remains supportive Senator Ralph Yarborough delays decision until after Congress reconvenes Don Yarborough may seek lieutenant governor Marshall Formby already in the race About 600 attended a dinner in Austin to hear Jack Cox and John Tower Tourists council prepares bill for advertising funds with $300000 state money and $200000 private contributions Chairman W Price Jr heads committees with Texas leaders including Joe Ratcliff Callan Graham H C Pittman J W Burton Steve Matthews and others Legislative Council scrutinizes small loan study and loan shark legislation Youth Council seeks juvenile parole program revision and interstate parolee exchange adjournment plan discussed Employment rises to 3,494,100 in October aided by agricultural activity.
Seasonal work rose to about 280,600 with cotton at 66 percent of jobs. unemployment near a low since 1960. UT Population Research Center notes 94 of 143 counties gained or stabilized, while 49 still lose. Health officials announce six appointees to an advisory study on state welfare services. Judge Copeland reelected as State Board of Health chairman with new officers.
Mrs Emmett Ely Jr and daughter Elaine spent last weekend in Fort Worth visiting sisters A M Underwood Ruth Tucker and other relatives. They also called on the Seaberrys Jim Daltons in Azle and Billy Beard family in Weatherford.
A weekend pre Christmas gathering took place at the home of Mr and Mrs E F Grimm. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Joe Horsak of West Mr and Mrs OL Horsak and sons of Waco Mr and Mrs Ray Horsak and sons of Bryan Mr and Mrs Wilfred Grimm and Gailyn of Houston and Mr and Mrs Bob Lomax and David of Bryan.
A two inch rain begins early Sunday while dry conditions aid soil. Cattle move off oats but can return soon. Local note the weather steers farm work. Horlocks of Hearne collect berry plants offered again. Month's Fad Club held Christmas party at Mrs Scasta's with husbands as guests. Clark Killough returns from Vernon improved and enjoys daily rides and office visits. Bud Jones and son Steve arrive from unknown location.
E. B. Priestly traveled to Jacksonville on Tuesday to see his grandmother Mrs. S. B. Priestly. He will bring her to Hearne to spend the holidays with her son Mr. H. B. Priestly and family.
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