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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1925
Page
2
Hearne residents pressure editors about roaming dogs disturbing yards and frightening children. The editor condemns nothing violent, urges owners to keep dogs on premises and limit outings, warning against rash acts as public patience grows.
The Democrat prints a letter from Uncle Jack Mathews of Hearne County dated January 29, fallsville Arkansas. Mathews, long tied to the Hearne area, sends a remittance for the paper’s “Old Reliable” for another year and signs as J. W. Mathews, promising to monitor county affairs through the newspaper.
Local physician H. W. Cummings of this city was named to the State Board of Medical Examiners. A well known figure, he has led the State Medical Association and held other honorable roles among practitioners, and his appointment is seen as a fitting honor for the medical profession.
Mr and Mrs J H Yearey were summoned to Farmersville by illness of Mr Yearey’s sister and have returned reporting the young lady’s rapid recovery.
Mrs D D Stephenson entertained the Bridge Club for a Saturday session replacing the usual Wednesday gathering. Her attractive new home provided a pleasant setting as players enjoyed a friendly game with Mrs C V Easterwood winning a box of stationery as prize. Refreshments included Chicken A La King frozen pear salad hot rolls and coffee.
The Shakespeare Club gathered Thursday with Miss Helen Cummings as Mrs. W. B. Kenner led the third program on Modern American Poetry. Mrs. J. W. Horlock spoke on The Browning Collection at Baylor University. Meadams Kenner, R. S. Williams, T. F. Griffin, J. B. Looney and R. H. Ballinger discussed modern poets and their writings. After adjournment guests enjoyed a shrimp and sausage patty supper with apricot ice, served by the hostess and Mrs. H. W. Cummings.
A cheerful group of children gathered Thursday afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs Leon Johnson to celebrate six year old Mary Susan Johnsons birthday. Guests arrived at four and presented tokens then enjoyed indoor and lawn play before cake time. The pink decorated cake featured six glowing candies and a cake ceremony preceded cherry cream and individual cakes. Each guest took home a gold or silver balloon and the group played on the lawn with jaw breakers chewing gum and final games. Neighborhood friends helped Mary Susan and her mother entertain.
The Music Lovers Club met at Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Martin home on Tuesday evening for a profitable, pleasing session led by Mrs. W. H. Bivin. The program studied piano music with an Oriental theme, featuring Mrs. O. G. Hudson’s performance of Scicariotti Pastorale and Ballade in D Minor, Brahm. Mrs. W. A. Wilkerson read an old English ballad Kidward, while Mrs. Hudson’s theme drew from that piece. Mrs. J. W. Horlock spoke on Arabian music and Mrs. Martin played Mozart’s Turkish March as a piano selection, noting a shorter gathering due to some absences.
A delightful birthday party for Frances Collier, daughter of Judd and Mrs. Collier, was hosted Saturday afternoon by Mrs. R H Ballinger. The living rooms were lavish with valentines and heart decorations as about thirty young guests gathered. Frances wore a Queen of Hearts costume and greeted friends with sweet charm while receiving gifts and best wishes.
An advertisement claims many women misattribute fatigue and heart symptoms to disease when iron starvation is the cause. It promotes organic Nuxated Iron as the remedy, promising quick improvement in two weeks and refunds if unsatisfied. The copy warns against metallic iron and urges seeking the Nuxated Iron brand.
A round table with a pink and white heart cake led a Valentine fête for young guests. Cream was shared with generous slices as favors, caps, and valentines delighted the children who left with happy memories and love for Frances. Richard Ballinger celebrated his twelfth birthday with gifts, amusements, and a chocolate sandwich refreshment course hosted by Mrs. R. H. Ballinger and Miss Carrie Hostrasser.
Mrs R A Ballinger and Miss Neva Vanover hosted a Friday evening gathering at Ballinger’s home for fellow public school faculty. The event included games for entertainment from eight to ten and a refreshment course of chicken salad sandwiches cheese balls and hot tea with Miss Carrie Hostrasser helping with hospitality.
Mrs. Cooper entertained the T. E. L. class Tuesday evening February 3 at Mrs. H. A. Ely's home. After a pleasant hour the guests went to the White House Cafe for an oyster supper. The table used class colors and fourteen guests praised the evening.
San Antonio visitor Mildred Eloise Moss, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Moss Jr., celebrated her sixth milestone with a home gathering at her grandparents’ house. Grandmother’s decorations and Valentine symbols set a festive mood as children arrived at four o'clock bearing love gifts. Games delighted guests, and Master William Allen won the donkey’s tail pinning contest. In the dining room.
A birthday celebration featured a round table arrangement with a heart shaped cake displaying a rosebud candle holder theme. After candles were blown, symbols were cut and guests received candy boxes as favors. Mrs Moss hosted with daughters Mrs Morrow Burney and Mrs Lilo Renfro assisting. young Jack Burney attended.
Cars washed greased and polished. Hearne Motor Co. Rosebushes shrubs and plants. Bryan Nursery and Floral Co. Phone 22. Mrs. G. M. Sisson.
Warren Thornton Longmire formerly of Hearne Texas has been promoted to corporal. His name appears on the station list of recently advanced Marines. He lived with his father P L Longmire at 517 Patterson St Hearne before enlisting in Houston. He was stationed at San Diego then assigned to Puget Sound Navy Yard near Bremerton. He was among Marines chosen for promotion.
The State of Texas Robertson County to those indebted to or holding claims against the estate of William W. Bivin deceased. H. W. Cummings is administrator appointed by Judge Joe Y. McNutt on January 5 1925. Creditors must present claims and debtors settle at his Hearne Texas residence by law.
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