Hearne Post Office notice from 1811
Classified line shows second class matter designation for Hearne Texas post office dated May 2 1811 under the act of March 3 1879.
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1925
Page
3
Classified line shows second class matter designation for Hearne Texas post office dated May 2 1811 under the act of March 3 1879.
The Democrat previews its January Magazine Section with three major features. A famed Texas grizzly hunt recounts the last big bear killed in the Davis mountains by Hugh M. Lincecum and others. Also, R E McDonald discusses Pink Boll Worm threats to Texas cotton, plus Poultry Raising for Profit by Mrs. Margaret Stute, drawing on Mr M C Allison’s 55 years in the poultry business. Readers urged to subscribe and spread the word for 1925.
Effective January 1, Ben L. Parten retiring County Attorney and Henry A. Bush form a partnership for general law practice with offices at Franklin. Both are respected veteran lawyers whose countywide reputation and popularity are expected to make them a leading firm in the region.
The many friends of Mr and Mrs George Whatley who have resided at West Brook plantation for the past year lament their departure as business interests have called them to Calvert.
Mr K C Marshall formerly trainmaster and assistant superintendent during J K Fahey illness has been appointed to the position permanently effective January 1.
Mr. R. X. Cook, until recently local superintendent, becomes district superintendent while keeping Hearne headquarters. Mr. G. L. Farned, former assistant superintendent, takes Cook’s local management post.
Miss Bookman departs the Horlocks' home to resume duties as a Spanish instructor at the Fort Worth Junior High School. After illness, she is reported to be well and her many friends share in the good news.
A formal yet charming holiday courtesy hosted by Mrs J Felton Lane for Mrs M B McNutt of Waco and Mrs Hugh Echols of Longview Tuesday afternoon drew thirty plus ladies. Yuletide decor with holly poinsettias and candles complemented sandwiches olives coffee and mints. Mrs McNutt wore an orchid georgette gown, Mrs Echols a rose georgette, and Mrs Lane a black outfit with coral beads. The groom connected with Farrar Lumber Co and the couple will reside in Texas at the home of Mr and Mrs T P Griffin.
The ceremony for Miss Shirley Cowen and Mr. Lonnie Thomas was held at 2 PM in the First Methodist Church with Bishop Mouton officiating. Attendant Gladys Cowen carried the ring, and the couple departed for Hearne aboard the Memphis train після a simple, dignified service.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Wimberly honored Milton Marsh who leaves soon for Burkburnett with a farewell party Friday night. Catholic Study Club officials Humble Oil and Refining Co members and a few friends attended. Ambrosia fruit cake and hot chocolate were served. Houston thanked Marsh for his work, though his move brings a business promotion. A gold fountain pen and a leather bound Bible were presented. Out of town guests included Mrs W R Stephens Dallas Mrs Lucy Peets Calvert and Mrs Roy Henry Waco.
Mr. John Brewer of the Little Mississippi community and Miss Viola Davis of Elliott were united in marriage at the Baptist Parsonage by Rev. C.K. Bullock on Saturday afternoon. The couple will reside at Little Mississippi.
Plans for a prenuptial shower for Miss Babette Hart by Mesdames Brashear Hall and Bishop were dropped because of a family bereavement. Miss Hart will wed Mr Julian Lauterstein on January 18 at the Brashear home.
Mr H E Hinsley of Houston and Mrs Clariise Griswold of Hearne were united in marriage by Rev C E Bullicek at Find Baptist parsonage on December 24. After Christmas guests, the couple left for their Houston home.
Misses Roehl Carlton Burns Buckner Myatt de Steigner and Mrs Peets public school teachers spent the holidays with home folk in Angleton Snyder San Antonio Moody Abilene San Marcos and Calvert, returning refreshed for the new term.
Mrs Celinda Kengle, now Mrs Duncan Glenn, formerly Miss Celinda Kengle, is wished happiness by friends as she visits Tyler with Duncan Glenn. The couple were guests of Mr and Mrs J B Looney during Christmas holidays.
Mr and Mrs George Williams hosted a brief Christmas week visit by their daughter Mrs Fletcher McWilliams of Eastland formerly Miss Bessie Williams.
Agricultural notes describe the U S Department of Agriculture Bureau of Biological Survey employing hunters to kill wolves and other predators that threaten livestock. In Navasota river area wolves have harmed pigs calves and poultry. the piece argues neighbor communities should pledge funds to support government hunters and request aid, noting ongoing work year round and the value of local cooperation.
Mr W W P Easterwood spent Christmas in San Antonio with relatives. Miss Grace Longmire was at home from Houston to spend Christmas.
Mrs H Gode of Houston spent the holidays in the home of her daughter Mrs H D Beaumont in Beaumont.
Mr. W G Hervey of Hubbard visited his brother H G Hervey and sister Mrs Mary Knight during Christmas week.
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