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Newspaper
Hearne Democrat
Location
Hearne, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1916
Page
1
Hearne Texas September 1 1916 notice describing newspaper mailing as second class matter under act of March 5 1879. Subscription rates listed include three months for 20 cents six months for 50 cents and one year for 1.00.
The paper price surge from 100 to 200 percent threatens many publications nationwide. Editors urge early rises in subscriptions and ads, warn of reduced pages, and note exchanges cut as publishers seek to curb costs while maintaining readers. The Rockdale Reporter cautions readers to prepaid subs and praises ad revenue as vital.
A Bryan Eagle report states that during a signals misunderstanding between Odin Tucker and W M Maxwell yesterday at about 5:30 p m on the Bryan and College Interurban Tucker suffered painful injuries. The account emphasizes caution in giving and interpreting signals.
A humorous verse from Alone at Last emphasizes microbe risks in foods and drinks, warning that every bite may invite illness. It catalogues items from cucumber to clams and bologna, personifying germs and noting the doctor, grave digger, and sexton in a cautionary tone.
Mrs John Bishop entertained with a dining on Tuesday evening. A delicious spread was enjoyed by Irene Ferguson Nelleen Miller Vernon Easterwood and others before a car ride around the city. Miss Pattie Cross of Houston visits Mrs Walker Pinkerton.
Dallas highlights two visitors Miss Pearl Smith and Mrs Amelia Smith arriving for a brief stay this week. Local residents noted their visit as part of social and community engagements in the city.
T W McNeel has been named post master at Elliott. Fishing groups may coordinate via the old Calvert R 2. J T Williams and Emery Smith of Sour Lake visit relatives. Albert McNee visited Owensville last Sunday. Elliott Baptist church asks members to meet next Sunday to call a pastor for the year. Plant a fall garden. season should be regular with time to mature vegetables. Rev Thomas with Bro Bullock in revival at Elmo. Heavy dew after rain delays cotton picking until 9 or 10. News is scarce as everyone gathers 15 cotton.
T N Waul Chapter U D C will meet with Mrs Fielding Crump on Tuesday afternoon September 5 at 4 oclock. Members urged to attend for officer election and dues payment. New members welcome. State convention in Dallas December 1. representation needed. Mrs Ike Hall, Treas.
A promotional piece urging parents to enroll their son or daughter at Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas. It touts quick, broad training in business and morals, with endorsements from parents alumni and local business leaders. The article invites readers to request a catalogue and learn about the college’s practical courses and respected status.
The article discusses a diploma symbolizing efficiency as a gateway to top salaries and clear evidence of achievement. It notes GROVE'S TASTELESS chill TONIC as an old standard tonic that drives out malaria and strengthens the system. Farrar Lumber Co. promotes varnish stains for furniture and mentions Mrs. C E B Parnell and daughters Norma and Hazel returning to Mart after a visit in Hearne.
A 1916 Hearne Tex article notes fleas harm dogs and can cause mange and diseases. It promotes Ross Dean Quick spray as the remedy, sold by A. B. Roy in Hearne. The piece, written by C. C. Stone and T. W. McNeel, pays tribute to the Daughters of the Confederacy and appeals for visiting ill veterans J. L. Boamer and L. C. Taylor.
Lax-Fos acts as a stimulating laxative and tonic without causing griping. It aids digestion, stimulates the liver and secretions, and restores healthy function of the digestive system. Contains cascara in acceptable form and is described as effective with no stomach disturbance.
Advertised list for Hearne Robertson County Texas dated August 28 1916 includes WOMEN S list with Hollins Jenkins Lurle Cacus Conie Patra Miss Lilie Co Shones Emma and MEN Ss list with Burts WA and family Cabreles Sr Abil Donnelly Whine Esparza FR Ganvoa Sr Pedro Gomez Sr Francisco Keller Charlie Mills Author. Notices for letters silent unless called. Mrs Tol Lord returns from Yoakum and Houston. Ballard Snow Liniment advertised for pain and swelling. Sold by James L Hazlett Drug Co. Adv Mr Dave Cohen and sister Miss Pearl and Ralph Levine drove to Calvert Sunday.
Miss Hilda Delhomme and Mrs J P Ayres hosts Louie Lucile and Lorine Delhomme, all of Houston, as guests this week.
The ad praises Adler-i-ka for appendicitis prevention and claims one spoonful relieves sour stomach gas and constipation immediately. It notes products like Ballard's Horehound Syrup for lung congestion and lists vendors Hazlett Drug Co and Farrar Lumber. Also mentions visits by Miss Alice Mathews and Mrs E L Golightly with her sons Willie and Lloyd.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic promotes quinine and iron as a general tonic. It claims to act on the liver drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the whole system. Available for 50 cents.
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