Many hearts are sad in the Hammon country over the death of one of the town's old and honored citizens, and his passing leaves a vacant place in the home where he was so long honored and loved. We have known Mr. Hungate for the past five years, and during our residence here we know of no acquaintance hereabout that we more dearly appreciated. Mr. Hungate had reached that point in human existence that he was just waiting for the call, and we hope his transition will prove as happy and peaceful as he hoped it to be.