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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1924
Page
2
Robertson County records 4929 farms with 558000 acres, 392000 in farms or 1767s. Land value totals 17.747 million, with 11.652 million in improved farming land. 236,513 acres are improved. In 1945 farms: owner 1945, 2900 tenant cultivated. 1920 census: 1011 free of debt, 286 mortgaged. Debt ratio about 19 percent. Livestock totals include 5000+ horses, 8000+ mules, 20000 cattle, 25000 hogs.
The piece argues that printing ended the Dark Ages by spreading knowledge and communication. It urges businesses to crystallize ideas in print rather than rely on traveling salesmen, noting that printing extends reach beyond local circles and accelerates understanding and policy presentation.
A short notice urging the use of printing as a key tool for communication and progress, promoting advertising in The Hearne Democrat with the contact phone number.
Mrs Lee J Rountree maintains Bryan Daily Eagle quality with a twelve page special edition for Hood s Texas Brigade s 53rd annual reunion. The issue blends Confederate history with present Bryan happenings and features prominent local men guiding the city s rise.
Mr and Mrs J J Hall and their sons of Houston visited Mr and Mrs Harry Gray Monday while traveling home from Dallas, sharing hospitality during the trip.
Mr and Mrs W D Blackstone returned from Galveston and met Willard Wilkerson in Port Arthur where he spent three days. Wilkerson is a third assistant engineer on the Gulf Light merchant marine and was in port during their absence.
An advertisement for Lavoptik eye wash from Dufey Drug Co claims camphor witch hazel hydrastis mix quickly reduces dark circles and bloodshot eyes. The offer includes a free eye cup.
An editor fondly recalls a life shaped by East Texas creeks and lakes rich in fish. He describes local angling habits, mentions scarce waters near Hearne, and recounts Roy Ely gifting two large catfish from the Little Brazos, reviving memories of Gregg county boyhood days.
The Women’s Missionary Union of the First Baptist Church met in Mrs M A Biggerstaff s home on Monday June 16 for a mission study and social hour. Mrs H A Ely led a program titled Sister hood of the Americans with help from Mesdames Hamilton Smith Oliver G Ely Whitaker Bullock and Misses Elsie Ely Carrie Hostrasser and Hixie Beth and Frances Green provided a piano and vocal program. Ice cream and cake were served by the hostess and Mrs Bullock. Reporter
Mr. and Mrs. M. S. Dew and their son joined Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Rhodes for a Sunday outing in Galveston, enjoying a brief family gathering away from home.
An artful recital sponsored by Mrs. W. H. Bivin featured Miss Elizabeth Teeling Teel in a program of high merit. She impressed with Chopin and Mossolowski works and delivered mature, polished interpretations. Accompanied by Clemmie Cummings and Dorothy Bivin, the event drew praise from Music Lovers' Club members for her bright future in music.
Carrie Turner class held an evening at the Easterwood home with Japanese lanterns wicker baskets and inviting nooks adding beauty to the lawn. The sale of ices and a social hour from seven to ten oclock raised nine dollars for a window in the proposed Methodist church.
An informal dance was held Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Philen with Gilbert Philen and several boyfriends as hosts. A five piece orchestra from A. & M. College provided music and fruit punch was served during intermissions. About forty guests attended.
A wedding of interest to many friends united Miss Trusie Jett and Robert E. Rohde on Friday in Bryan, celebrated at the home of Dr. John A. Held. The ceremony brought together contracting parties and their acquaintances for a quiet, full affair in a respectful setting.
Dr Held officiated the ceremony as relatives and friends learned of the union when the couple left by car for Bryan. Judge J T Maloney of Bryan, uncle of the groom, and Mr and Mrs Caldwell attended as witnesses. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Jett, wore a navy traveling suit with grey trim and a blue hat. The groom, eldest son of Mr and Mrs E Rohde, has lived in Hearne most of his life. They will reside in Hearne where Rohde works for Humble Oil. After, the couple traveled to Galveston for a short stay. Prizes awarded included embroidered pillow cases to Miss Irene Ferguson and a powder puff to Mrs R C Allen, with Miss Kathryn Bishop receiving a hand embroidered handkerchief. Refreshments followed, and Mrs John Gatling of Mission attended as a guest.
The Catholic Study Club enjoyed a picnic lunch and social hour in a wooded spot off the Bryan road at six. Twenty members attended including Miss Mattie Hanna of Calvert, Mrs Floy Reinhardt, Mr J B Maguire, Miss Bertha Maguire and Mr Farned.
The Bridge Club gathered at 3 40 p m with hostess Mrs Clarence Wimberly arranging four tables of players in the Ely home attended by Mr and Mrs W H Ely. Summer flowers adorned the rooms as the game proceeded in a cordial social setting.
Calvert residents praised Miss Mildred Damron as honor guest during Friday evening festivities at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Love. Promenades and games provided two hours of entertainment while punch and wafers were served. Mrs. L. C. Fitch helped Mrs. Love with comfort and entertainment.
Summer blossoms set a charming scene as Mrs. R. O. Ely hosted a club evening. Three tables of spirited games yielded prizes for Mrs. A. R. Weeks and Mrs. D. D. Stephenson while out of town guests Mrs. John Gatling and Mrs. Murray Doyle received lingerie tokens. Refreshments featured chicken salad and iced tea.
Hearne friends of the A. T. Rawlins family notice the marriage of Miss Nina Pearl Rawlins and Mr. Earl Wood in Ennis last week.
Announcement: Miss Velma Simmons and Mr. Edgar Frye of Dallas plan nuptials at the Simmons home in Hearne. The ceremony will take place June 29 at the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Simmons, with Miss Simmons having lived in Hearne and held many local friends.
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