Fragmentary Hearne Democrat note from 1916 item
An unreadable Hearne Democrat clipping from 1916 mentions an actor and merchandise price 1.07 unknown. The legible text is sparse, offering no clear event, names, or date beyond the year.
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
2
An unreadable Hearne Democrat clipping from 1916 mentions an actor and merchandise price 1.07 unknown. The legible text is sparse, offering no clear event, names, or date beyond the year.
Hearne voices strong critique of the Texas Economic League editorial campaign urging legal reform, arguing the legal system protects the masses and that lawyers, judges, and related costs are essential. The writer questions claims of farmer burdens, calls for clarity on remedies, and defends courts and jury service while urging open discussion.
The Herald notes signs that prosperity may reach Hearne. Farmers prepare for planting with improved land, diligent cultivation, and brigades of hoe hands at work daily. With expected good cotton prices and a strong corn outlook, local business interests anticipate renewed vigor and effort.
Miss Estelle Boswell and Mr. Lee Kirby wed at the Boswell home in a white and gold ceremony. The event featured floral decor, a Mendelssohn procession, and a ring ceremony led by Pastor Bowen. Guests included Ruth Boyd and Inez Boswell. the couple departed for a Western tour after the reception.
The Editor in Chief received a large Mammoth Tennessee Triumph potato from W. D. Henson and a substantial basket of tomatoes from Cephas Vaughan. The gifts delighted the staff who praised Vaughan's produce and felt renewed confidence for future challenges in defending the plain people.
Mr. Kirby, a resident of several years and employee of the H. T. C. R. R., to marry the daughter of a Hearne family. The union brings happiness to the couple and the people of Hearne express delight at their future residence in the city.
Come to the Methodist Church the coolest place in town with electric fans. Wear a clean shirt and leave your coat at home. Subject Most of our troubles are imaginary. We greet you with a smile and a glad hand. Welcome. Everybody come, H. J. Hays.
The State of Texas to the Robertson County sheriff. W H Davison executor of Lewis Kent's estate filed a final account and asks discharge. Publication for twenty days in Hearne Democrat to raise any objections by the July 1916 county court term commencing July 3 1916 at Franklin courthouse. Signed Jas B Truett county clerk with deputy. Will Rushing sheriff confirms copy.
An advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININEE as superior to ordinary quinine with tonic and laxative effects, claiming no nervousness or head ringing. It urges consumers to remember the full name and look for the signature of EZ. W. GROVE and notes a 25 cent price.
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