28 Jul 1916
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1916
Page
1
Notice appears from Hearne Texas about mailing privileges for second class matter under federal act of March 3 1879. Historical archive fragment notes location Hearne and postal classification details.
A Houston Post editorial argues for a four year term to curb bitter biennial campaigns and promote stable governance. It cites costs, better government, and calmer citizen relations, urging legislative action and a united stance in support of the amendment. It also contrasts two year cycles with states already adopting four year terms.
The Houston Post decries a case where James Washington, injured at age 11 by a Galveston railroad crash, waited twenty years for relief. Despite verdicts of 10,000 and 12,000, all were reversed, and he finally settled for 500 with costs covered by the railroad, highlighting delays and miscarriages of justice in Texas courts. The piece condemns the system and contrasts it with positive editorial stance of the Post.
The Americans who have spent vast sums on European tours face heavy premiums for scenic beauty and unnecessary distance, signaling a push to reevaluate travel routes through Hearne and related regions.
A Waco Times-Herald editorial argues the primary system fails to connect candidates with voters and forces a scramble among hopefuls. It favors selecting the best man rather than solicitors and warns against returning to the old convention method.
Sir Samuel Simms rescues Sarah Sampson when she sinks while swimming. He carries her to shore and consoles her as she recovers. Their exchanged lines reveal a playful romance, ending with Sarah calling him Sam and Samuel replying with shy affection. Printer's note asks for trimming due to space.
A compact, era tone verse snippet lists several neighbors and incidents. Brewster, Huppy, Pratt, Root are praised for motorized mishaps that killed a rooster, puppy, cat, and flute, reflecting local newspaper verse humor about accidents and community.
A Puck cartoon caption recycled in the Democrat satire column shows a maid complaining about highbrow employers. The gag pits a first maid and second maid in a quarrel over bosses who argue constantly, forcing the maid to run between the keyhole and the dictionary.
Yesterday afternoon the society crowd gathered for tea with pageantry and noise. Mrs Lovely poured tea while Mrs Jaber and Mrs Duller exclaimed loudly. Mrs Rasping shouted and Mrs Emmonpoint slept through the scene as the room buzzed with chatter.
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