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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1933
Page
1
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A poem celebrating home life and simple comforts in a small house. Elizabeth Fleming. The speaker cherishes walls near, a hearth’s firelight, daylong sounds, and hospitality. It evokes contentment, open doors, and welcoming returns.
The article argues for local purchasing to keep Hearne dollars circulating within the town. It warns that widespread self sufficiency or reliance on mail order drains local merchants and skilled workers. Promotes supporting home businesses with comparable service and prices.
A Texas newspaper debates a proposed general sales tax to replace ad valorem taxes. It argues real estate needs relief and urges prosecuting delinquent property taxes, listing a provocative poem advocating widespread taxation of all, including labor and birth, as a cautionary note.
A Texas governor elects to name a second choice for State Health Officer after a doctor notes he supported another candidate. The exchange highlights political reciprocal expectations. The Hearne Robertson County newspaper laments unpaid subscriptions and urges support to keep the paper publishing.
Mr M J Levenson of a Dallas engineering firm told Rotarians at The Oxford on January 12 that business conditions are normalizing as Americans endure the storm and adopt thrift. He warned extravagance and speculation caused a collapse, but three years of conservative practice are restoring stability and growth, with many returning to prudent investment.
The Democrat urges Hearne residents to break soil or sod, apply fertilizer, and clean yards for spring gardens. Early prep will provide work for men and lead to fresh vegetables and a boost for prosperity, with onions and cabbage allowed to start despite cold.
In a brief note from the Hearne Democrat and Jewett Messenger, readers learn that a hog was raised or obtained locally and turned into country sausage given to the editor as a New Year gift. Jokes about hunting in Navasota bottom and a politician partner add wry local color.
A window view shows two aging partners in a long established industry hauling a water barrel to a washwoman. One rides in the wagon handling cash while the other walks and grazes, drawing a dubious living from the commons. The piece cites Paul and condemns the unequal arrangement as unscriptural.
The organization announces that labor and materials are open for bid under current procurement rules. Eligible suppliers may submit proposals, with deadlines listed by the issuing department.
The speaker urges property owners to start minor repairs using affordable services, arguing it raises property value and beauty while creating work for men in need. He promises about double the value for money compared to normal times and asks Mr Householder to help those less fortunate weather the downturn.
In a late issue the Jewett Messenger quotes Editor Robinson and remarks from Lane and J. Felton of Hearne Democrat. The exchange jokes about two editors and their families with local figures Newt and Bill tied to oil wealth and modest means, highlighting lighthearted tempers in a small Texas town.
Frank Putnam from Houston argues that Ferguson's plan to cut state expenditures by 25 percent and passing the homestead exemption amendment would reduce annual state income by 7 million dollars. He states that keeping the pledge would avoid new taxes, while breaking it would target surplus wealth, not daily necessities of the poor.
A rural reflection asserts the writer’s earlier claim that no hogs had been raised in the country was mistaken. The piece contends hog farming existed and grew beyond prior doubt, challenging previous editorial certainty. It notes a shift in perception and urges recognition of domestic hog production.
The piece commends several friends for bringing exceptionally tasty link sausage. Mike Millse of Brazos Bottom near Hearne and Jerry Johnson of Spring Creek are credited as skilled hog raisers and masters in crafting delicately flavored sausage fit for a king.
The poem notes how brown trees and scattered leaves invite thoughts of Spring plants to brighten an outdoor scene. It speaks of seeds planted in fair places to mature and delight passers-by, and of beauty easing daily toil and lifting the soul as spring approaches.
The draft fragment argues for cutting state costs and imposes a 1-cent tax on babies items like diapers milk and bread to relieve ranches oil fields and utilities from state ad valorem taxes. It quotes Governor Ferguson facing a huge inherited deficit and political handicap.
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