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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1917
Page
2
Pittsburg Gazette notes Texas faces a year of high farm prices and strong demand. It cites projections of a 4,000,000 bale cotton crop, cotton prices around 6 to 18 cents per pound, and surpluses from seed, cattle, corn, oats, wheat, alfalfa, hay, and the peanut harvest. Economic gains attributed to crop and livestock markets are highlighted.
A wartime message urges calm and responsible conduct. It argues no local battles will occur, predicts limited sea disasters, and foresees overall prosperity. Citizens are reminded that those who cannot fight can still serve by staying calm and not spreading panic.
A Hearne Independent School District board member urges residents to study site choices for a new school. He notes two blocks near the Cohen residence are unavailable, warns against four candidate blocks 129 128 150 156, and argues the current central site offers better access, drainage, and proximity to tourism routes, while denying any personal land interest.
Citizens review site options for a fifty thousand dollar school bond and urge building on the present site to avoid reducing funds for white students. Committees cite location, cost, drainage, and accessibility as reasons to favor the existing plot.
An old newspaper item promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a general strengthening tonic for adults and children. It claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the system. The advertisement stresses its tonic qualities and specifies a price of 50 cents.
Mr Ancil Boswell of this city married Miss Janie Larkin formerly of this city at 2 30 Monday afternoon in San Antonio. They arrived in town Tuesday morning and will reside with Rev McGuire at his home. The bride grew up here and is described as graceful and charming while the groom is a prominent local man. The Democrat extends congratulations.
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