24 Mar 1933
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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1933
Page
1
Advertising rates are 25 cents per inch for display and 10 cents per line per insertion for local readers. All ads run until ordered out. Subscriptions cost 1.50 per year or 0.75 for six months. The paper’s label shows paid date and if incorrect, notify the office. Entered May 2, 1911, as second class matter at Hearne Post Office, Texas.
A fragment from the Jewett Messenger shows readers pledging not guilty in a case linked to anti hoarding law. The speaker mocks money animus and vows to travel when they ever possess a twenty dollar bill, recalling Hoover prosperity. Editors Lane and Crawford are named in the dated quarrel.
The Jewett Messenger quotes editor Henry Newsome praising country life and a road to Hearne. It recalls Grace Creek views near Longview, compares hog jowl to cherished meals, notes a recent freeze ruined the editor’s garden, and praises farm-raised leaders Judge Lane Gaston Palmer and B F Beene.
A Texas prison official warns teachers that youth crime surges as teen offenders fill prisons nationwide. He cites Al Capone’s claim of 300 young accomplices earning 200 to 300 dollars weekly and notes rampant bank robberies by youths from the Panhandle to the Southwest. Local Canyon robberies also implicate young culprits, with few arrests to deter them.
The Canyon News warns that youths who obtain liquor freely, masquerading as respectable and protected by law, threaten public morals. The paper asserts the future looks bleak for those who advocate strict conduct and right living.
A Dawson Herald excerpt recalls Henry W. Grady urging farmers to grow food for themselves and sell only cash crops in their own time. He warned against debt and creditor bondage, urging self sufficiency and economic freedom through diversified farms and independent markets.
A Donley County Leader summary notes a Postmaster General report showing a $56,834,245.64 net loss from parcel post and free mail for Congress, with $18.9 million paid in premiums to American vessels and $17.17 million excess for airmail. It argues readers should pay the true cost, supporting 3-cent rates and private funding for ocean mail.
House Bill 476 by Greathouse aims to curb price discrimination by corporations and dealers across sections of the state to protect competition. The measure faces committee support and a unanimous recommendation for passage, reflecting anti trust policy debates tied to monopolies and Jeffersonian principles.
A reader laments democracy’s flaws and argues against literacy tests for voters. He contends thinking, selective suffrage is right but should not be tied to literacy. He warns against indifference and servility in voting, noting capable unlettered voters exist.
Hubert M. Harrison argues money cannot buy happiness and urges a return to inner wealth and service. He contrasts the rich who fear loss with balanced souls who find value in health, love, and community, urging standards beyond bank balances for true happiness.
Mr and Mrs Richard King have returned to their Goose Creek home following a visit with relatives.
In Robertson county a live-at-home program drives Negro citizen participation with garden clubs and tanning clubs forming under county farm agent leadership. Eighteen demonstrations on preparing gardens for March planting. Hearne Chamber of Commerce whites and colored collaborate to assist those unable to garden. Colored Chamber's agricultural committee organizes five garden clubs. aim to have every colored citizen grow a garden. County agent toured Wheelock March 20 treating sweet potatoes with Semesan Bal for black rot and stem rot on Mitchell farm. eighteen bushels treated, eight farmers involved.
A clipped literary verse reflecting on how to measure a man by his deeds and character rather than birth, creed, or station. The piece notes kindness, courage, and a helpful heart as true measures, prompting readers to assess life by personal impact rather than titles.
Dr J C Holman recalls owning Franklin’s first car around 1902 purchased from Black Manufacturing Chicago for 500 dollars. He rebuilt a two cylinder gas buggy with wooden wheels and small tires, later trading for a second car from Waco with a 100 dollar credit. The interview adds rural humor and notes early motor life in Robertson County. Excerpts include a farmer’s astonishment at a car and a motorcycle following, plus the first Robertson County dental license issued October 1889 in Hearne Texas. Nearby ex-Governor Dan Moody made a brief stop en route to Austin after Cone Johnson’s funeral.
The Methodist W M S held a social meeting at the home of Mrs. Abe Hensarling with Mrs. G M Clapp and Mrs J E Stephens leading a program on the Deaconess and church relations. Several members discussed the topic and Mrs. M M Whitehurst gave the devotional text from Mark 1 29 31 The day’s confessional thought asked if one has been a true witness for Christ and if He dwells in the believer A salad plate and hot tea were served during the social hour
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