08 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1915
Page
1
The St Louis Globe Democrat quotes Bob Jones condemning New York as hellish and notes his jab about office life. He compares New York to hades and ridicules office culture with imaged crowds and fashion in a tongue in cheek critique.
A dazed man questions the lack of a saucer as a heavy mug of coffee spills onto the counter. The shopkeeper quips that no saucers are given, fearing it would invite patrons to drink from them and depress the swellest trade.
Auto Fiend claims Jones has owned his car two weeks yet has already run over three men six dogs and ten cats causing local authorities to investigate possible reckless driving and animal harm.
A concerned citizen notes railroads have started higher ticket prices while a pragmatic reply argues passengers deserve credit if the system for handling ticket scalpers is not improved.
The note recounts Crawford and Crabshaw altering dates in a bundle of old love letters and sending them to his wife while she was away. Puck reports the forgery as a deceitful act tied to a past romance.
A breakfast table exchange shows a husband yearnings for his mother’s biscuits. The wife gently apologizes that none remain, quipping they would be just stale enough to suit his remark. The short domestic snapshot evokes family memories and humor.
A wife tells the court she must be sent away for her health, claiming she plans to enter a dachine as her dresses feel too comfortable. The husband reacts with surprise, asking what prompted such an action.
Quoted exchange shows a conflict over a five dollar payment and a stubborn rule. The speaker insists on immediate payment while others argue the rule cannot be followed today. No additional context or events are provided.
Gruet gained a near sighted BO, while Hewitt’s report notes how Jewett strained to see his own jokes.
A four man group displays a mournful air as high living prompts a grim remark about the cost of nearly every bite, noting each bite would cost about a dollar.
A fragmentary dialogue pits Crawford asserting you cannot reason with a woman against Crabshaw’s retort that he never tries. Jolly interjects with a sharp comment to the judge, highlighting a gendered clash in courtroom rhetoric.
A tense exchange unfolds as a wife mutters about the clock striking three while a husband, with a hurting head, laments that the old clock stutters. The brief scene captures domestic strain over a simple timekeeping moment.
A London dinner scene features James McNeill Whistler when a titled guest remarks on seeing his work in Paris. The guest notes Whistler’s long surname as his attention grabber, prompting Whistler to respond about the attraction of his name.
An optician quips about readers difficulties and suggests a “minifying glass” to view headlines without straining the neck. The exchange highlights readers seeking easier newspaper viewing as war news headlines loom.
A witness recounts a bizarre home robbery claim where the intruder said he was a plane tuner and entered with a crowbar, prompting questions about the suspect’s identity and the unusual details of the break-in.
A fragment presents comic banter with Sambo-Mister Interlocutor asking about army lines and seating. Interlocutor claims lack of knowledge about when they sit. Sambo jokes about war seating and introduces a ditty titled Nebber Mind de Cotton Crop, ef de Chicken Crop Am Good.
A farmer named Reuben Fuax-Yonder displayed a giant pumpkin at the county fair. After it was cut in two, his twins used half for a cradle each. In contrast, Cityleigh notes local Brown policemen often sleep on a single beat.
The statesman faces a question about re election. He notes that most constituents favor the idea and credit him with surprising willingness to work in Washington, a trait not suspected at home.
An exchange features a bold claimant and a woman with a prominent chin debating spirit summoning. The lady asserts her husband never possessed a spirit, declaring disbelief in the supernatural and challenging the notion with blunt language.
A cryptic exchange hints at seeking an opening in politics while preparing for an exit strategy. The dialogue suggests one pursues a political entry and then considers a route to leave the position once secured.
The reader asks how Jims will quit work and retire. The reply clarifies he will not retire but will marry.
An enthusiastic salesman proclaims the new overcoat fits the buyer like the wall paper. The timid man agrees, noting the pattern looks almost the same as the wall decor, in a brief humorous exchange.
Dialog from a Berlin scene where a man asks a young man to support a wide family. The reply promises certainty while a second speaker laughs, highlighting a comedic or theatrical moment in a German setting.
Greg Davis, drunk and haunted by the murder of his partner Dan Moffat, flees to start anew. He ingratiates himself with an old couple, hoping to atone, while Alma, the daughter, inspires a life of repentance. A letter reveals Moffat’s return and the truth, ending in Davis seeking forgiveness through love.
A Cornwall motor party strays to a narrow winding lane toward St Mawes on a rainy night. A farmer misdirects them by saying they are on the road to Ryan a mile off. The comment sparks humor as the drivers reflect on the rough route and their misadventure while a punctured tire is fixed.
A giant eight inch centipede disrupted a high school French lesson in Austin Texas. Mme Mueller’s dress was targeted before nine girls shrieked and Miss Lucie Woorten became the hero by knocking the insect away. The centipede hid in a wall crack then reappeared until the janitor and a boy with a bottle captured it.
A long black satin cape with contrasting satin lining introduces a wide ruff that protects the throat. The ruff plaiting narrows toward the front yet enfolds the head and ears when fastened. Silk cords with cabochons, tassels, and a satin ruching hem finish give a dainty, elegant wrap suited for evening wear.
The Drygoods Economist notes velvet dresses favor long tunics over circular skirts. Overskirts add weight to hang gracefully, while circular velvet skirts tend to hang unevenly as fabric weight pulls at the sides.
The note lists spring color ideas including putty, greenish tans and grays with tapestry blues and dark shades as part of a seasonal color palette highlighting muted and deep tones.
Fancy shell combs pins and hair ornaments indicate a revival of elaborate hairdressing. Descriptions include tortoise shell pieces in various colors set with rhinestones emerald and other stones. Items shown include adjustable French coil combs large Farrar combs and decorative pins. Julia Bottomley.
Rolled pique collars attach to vest fronts and suit coats, with options to add to any coat front. One piece dresses open at the neck with a deep V. Pique fabrics require wiring to stand up, and feature fancy weaves and delicate white embroidery. Silk sets in baya dere stripes offer bright dress and coat options with deep gauntlet cuffs fastened by cufflike buttons.
The article notes a fashion push for satin fabrics in winter dresswear. Tegence silk with an invisible stripe, paired with tulle and fur or velours, features in the season. A deep wine shade satin regence is highlighted for gowns and prom wear, signaling a stylish, luxurious trend this winter.
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