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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1928
Page
2
The Hearne Democrat Weekly lists subscription rates one year 1.50 six months 75 cents and notes postal filing since May 25 1911. Advertising rates show display 26 cents per inch and local reader this many lines per insertion. Editor J Pearox LAN associate editor Mrs Woo Bistter. Manager D Carrington.
Mr. Guy Cowser of Coca Cola Bottling Co urges Hearne merchants to favor railroad freight and passenger traffic over bus lines. He cites taxes, road wear, and railroad investment, warning bus lines threaten growth, jobs, and population. Local civic bodies are urged to rally to support the railroads and keep freight business in town.
Hon Chas S Gainer of Brazos County announces for State Senator from the 14th District comprising Brazos Robertson Burleson Lee Bastrop and Washington. He campaigns across counties before the July Democratic primary, touting education good roads and fiscal prudence.
Mr D D Stephenson returns from Houston district meeting focused on Ford Model T service. Ford Motor Company and authorized dealers reiterate full availability of service parts and dedicated shop tools for each operation. Stephenson invites customers to consult service managers for diagnosis and mileage-boosting maintenance plans.
Mrs D D Stephenson and her daughter Andre have returned home after a lengthy stay in Tuscaloosa Alabama since spring. The visit was prompted by the illness of Mrs Stephenson's mother who remains in critical condition. Mrs Stephenson will likely go back to Alabama after a short stay at home.
Judge M. M. Whitehurst announces he cannot continue as candidate for re election for Justice of the Peace in Precinct 2. He thanks supporters and civic leaders for their backing and pledges to uphold the laws during his current term. His friends express regret at his decision but praise his faithful service and courage.
A revival at First Baptist Church features Dr. F B Thorn of Columbus Avenue Baptist Church in Waco delivering his first sermon Monday night. The well known pastor preaches wholesome old time gospel messages to large crowds with broad denominational cooperation. Miss Katie Curry of Ennis spent Sunday with relatives.
Miss Hixie Green traveled to Edinburg Tuesday to be with her sister Mrs Wiltz McCown who had an acute appendicitis attack and underwent an operation Tuesday morning. Mrs McCown, who left Hearne Friday, is reported as doing nicely. Mr and Mrs Andrew Bryan and their Houston baby visited A E Bryan family for the weekend and departed Monday by auto for Colorado points.
Mrs Pearl Clement and Mrs Vaughan senior and junior visit with Wanda Lee and Mrs Proctor of Palestine in Cameron. The gathering occurs Friday at the W C Bishop residence.
Rice Institute physics professor A B Bryan spoke to local Rotarians on geological and physical methods for locating oil under the earth and near salt domes. Bryan, son of E A Bryan of the city, was invited to address the club during a visit to his father. Misses Sue and Clemmie Cummings spent the weekend in Houston with Dr and Mrs Ghent Graves and their young son.
A reflective essay extols Jesus Christ as divine savior and kingly humility, citing pre gospel prophecies and Psalms, the Virgin Mary, Bethlehem birth, and angels. notes gentile Roman census and crucifixion, ending with forgiveness for persecutors and the enduring witness of faith.
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