14 Feb 1913
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1913
Page
1
The Hearne Democrat notes its second class matter status begun May 1 and states all church notices of fee events, charity entertainments, cards of thanks, resolutions of respect, and similar notices will be billed at regular rates. Religious services and related events will be published free.
Governor Colquitt condemns professional lobbyists in Austin as the legislature meets. Newspapers weigh punishment versus duty, arguing citizens may advocate before committees while criticizing lobbying as efforts to sway law through money. The piece notes many lawmakers are honorable, yet some are swayed by corporate and special interests.
The piece argues that arguments to judges and lawmakers should be public and open, criticizing lobbyists and editors aligned with the "great American game of draw." It laments pervasive editorial silence on state and national issues beyond prohibition and cites a biblical warning about editors losing their influence.
In Nixon a man promoted stock in a large daily paper tied to prohibitionists at Waco but did not reach Yorktown. The piece argues both saloons and prohibition have defects and calls for honest, intelligent differences on how to handle drunkenness while warning against agitators and corporate interests driving division.
A fragmented note hints at a struggle over autonomy and control amid an ongoing disagreement. The text references rebellion, resisting domination, and a determination to assert independence within a tense environment. Specific names or dates are not provided.
The piece reviews attendance from the prior year and outlines progress and future work plans. It compares the club to similar organizations, notes Hearne ladies deserve praise, and mentions leaders in mental improvement and poetry.
Fragmentary remarks call for backing a special edition of the Milano Gazette. The piece stresses the need to fund a decenter ledger and notes the delay in completing the edition, urging local officials and business people to show support for the project.
The fragment notes a plan adoption between Hearne Democrat and The Gazette, claiming the arrangement benefits the people and will be pursued in the future. It hints at collaboration and opposition to forced decisions, reflecting editorial stance and local press dynamics.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions Sam Tre and a call for donations from state children, referencing silver service for the hat and a hand game. It also alludes to power and wealth, with scattered phrases about redeeming mind from error and forts, without concrete events or dates.
An informal note shows Jesse Wilson and friends welcoming the city crowd with cheer and a playful greeting. The fragment mentions a friendly gathering and urban space usage reflected in casual conversation.
The Weekly Market Review notes early spring planting underway across South Texas with favorable weather. Seed dealers report rising seed stock outgo and strong demand for seeds and seed corn, signaling increased acreage and earlier crops. Fertilizer demand surges, while iron, hardware, and lumber markets show heavy activity. Truck crops and celery remain in strong demand with supplies from Florida and California.
The National Bank of Franklin received a permit from the federal authorities to raise its capital stock from 25000 to 50000. A stockholders meeting held early this year voted to declare an eight percent dividend using the accumulated surplus to double capital. All new stock has been issued and the stock will be increased as details are completed.
W G Allen was confined home Thursday with a grippe attack. Friends of C C ill regret to learn he is confined to his dwelling in ill health and debility. Pleased to report that line Smith, the daughter, Joe Smith, who was with such serious illness, is most completely recovered.
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