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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1918
Page
2
Published weekly notice entered as second class matter May 2 1911 at Hearne Texas post office under the act of March 3 1879 reflecting historic mailing procedures and classification.
The essay argues that 1918 marks a new era born from World War I struggles for liberty and democracy. It urges America to lead as a Christian democracy, uniting sacred and secular realms, and calls every person and nation to participate in shaping 1919 as the greatest year.
Government calls for prompt settlement of all War Savings Stamps pledges between December 23 and December 31. Last liquidation day is December 31. Notification cards will be sent to pledgers to avoid misunderstandings, but non receipt does not excuse completion by the deadline. Stamps may be bought via any agent at banks post offices and many stores. Possession of stamps serves as proof of payment.
Postmaster General Burleson appeals to Texans urging immediate payment of War Savings Stamp pledges and continued investment in Government securities to fund the war. He cites patriotism and thrift, noting Texas aims for 91 million in 1918 while soldiers stay abroad. News of transfers and Christmas visitors follow, including students home from S M U and A&M.
A church program lists 9:45 Devotional by J. M. Bullock and 10:00 Sunday School followed by 10:30 How to Make Your Sunday School an All Sunday School Co. D. Drury. 11:00 Missionary Sermon. 3:00 Board Meeting with 1:30 Work Among Our Foreigners led by C. A. Russell and F. Merka. 2:00 Woman's Work with Mrs. Geo. Adams and Mrs. Co. D. Streetman. 2:30 Duties of an Associational Missionary Dr. Jno Held. 6:45 Devotional for B. P. U. Work led by J. G. Lieutwyler and Eclar Smith. 7:30 Address on Church Government by EH. O. Boatwright, President First National Bank Bryan.
Notice to all persons interested in the estate of Petro Trentacoste seeks probate of the will and letters testamentary filed by Tony Trentacoste. Hearings begin January 6, 1919, at the Robertson County Court in Franklin. Return of service required.
An advertisement touts Danderine as a hair cleanse that instantly doubles beauty by moistening a cloth and running it through a strand at a time. It claims the product removes dust dirt and excess oil within minutes leaving hair wavy fluffy abundant soft and lustrous while dissolving dandruff.
A vintage health ad promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as fortifying the system against colds grip and influenza. It claims to purify and enrich blood using quinine and iron in a stomach friendly form, delivering strengthening and invigorating effects. Sold for 60c.
J D Henson offers the west half of a 510 acre Robertson county tract for sale before January 15. Timbered virgin land includes 100 plus acres of good bottom land, with better soil nearby. Asking price ten dollars per acre, bids above seven fifty accepted. Seale will describe corners. A O St John of Dallas referenced.
A vintage advertisement claims Pape's Cold Compound relieves grippe and severe cold quickly with one dose every two hours for three doses. It opens nasal passages, stops nasal discharge, eases headache, feverishness, sore throat, sneezing, and stiffness, and costs only a few cents at any drug store.
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