Fifth Sunday Program at Zion Hill Baptist Church
Zion Hill Baptist Church hosts a multi day event from Thursday April 27 to Sunday April 30 featuring sermons led by S D Hurt J J Wester E B Garrett and W J Brisco along with devotions lectures on church work layman and women’s activities and a funeral service for C S Fritts.
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Zion Hill Baptist Church
S. D. Hurt
C. D. Henley
W. D. Jenkins
Wm. Reese
J. J. Wester
W. M. Nelson
Ladies’ Aid
Will Robinson
Ladies’ Aid Society
D. S. Jennings
Volley Jackson
Amelia Scott
S. P. Smith
Bailey
R. W. Neal
Merton Harris
W.J. Brisco
Finis Obinson
E. B. Garrett
Albert Cunningham
Geo. Curlee
J. E. Milton
Géo. A. Curlee
J. L. Bishop
W. J. Brisco
C. S. Fritts
Fritts
First Hand Report on Mexican Situation from Brightman
L A Brightman returns from Mexico with firsthand insights from Sonora and Chihuahua. He says Mexicans welcomed the American army and Carranza government, notes a small Villa sympathy, and reports mines reopening and general business resuming toward peace in months.
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L. A
Carranza
Villa
Brightman
Astee
Woman Fires at Burglar in Dublin Street Home
Mrs. Bradshaw woke about 3 a.m. to an intruder tearing at a screen. She grabbed a pistol while her husband was away and fired three shots as the burglar fled, scaring him off.
Comanche Lights Inaugurated On Main Streets
Comanche has activated its new street lighting system on April 1. The principal streets are now well lit and provide safer passage for residents returning home at night. The City Council is commended for efficiently implementing the project and delivering Comanche its first street lights.
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Comanche
Just When We Need Him Most Rain Improves Comanche County Crops
Flooding rain arrives just as drought threatened west Texas. A gentle start, then persistent showers Friday to Saturday night soaked ground and filled stock water holes. A prior heavy rain Thursday leaves Comanche in good shape for the season.
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West Texas
Comanche
Methodist Revival Opens Wednesday Night
The revival began Wednesday night with several offerings and an enthusiastic crowd. Bro. White preached while local singers provided music as the meeting opened with hopeful prospects and a note of good country sorghum in barrels for sale by Slider & Lacy.
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Slider & Lacy
Grader Crew Project On Sidney Road In Comanche
Comanche's road crew overhauled machinery this week and plans to grade toward the county line on the May road. Commissioner Hoff seeks traveler cooperation to repair and maintain the road, stressing residents benefit from good roads and urging support for the road-building effort.
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Sidney Road
Comanche
Hoff
May Road
Central Texas District Singing Convention in Stephenville
The Central Texas District Singing Convention will be held in Stephenville on Saturday and Sunday, April 15 and 16, 1916. J. L. Stagner serves as president with R. H. Robertson as secretary.
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Central Texas
Stephenville
J.L. Stagner
R. H. Robertson
Wreck Delays Passenger Train and Rails Incident
A through freight wreck Tuesday delayed westbound passenger service five or six hours. One car was wrecked and two derailed with no injuries reported.
Woman's Presbyterial Set To Meet In Comanche April 11 12
The Ninth Annual Meeting of the Woman's Presbyterial of the Brownwood Presbytery will convene in Comanche April 11 and 12. The program lists calls to order prayers readings reports quiet hours and sessions with Rev. A. D. Rice Rev. R. L. Jetton and Mrs. Chris Dulling among principal speakers. The gathering features church mission work home missions and Bible study with delegates from Brownwood San Angelo Ballinger Talpa Coleman and other Texas towns.
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R. L. Jetton
R. W. Scurry
Paris Smith
J. Y. Pierce
Fleming
Staples
G. (. Crosby
C. L. Ewing
V. President
Nisbet
Y. P
C. R. Stephens
Chris Dulling
Virginia Staples
Institutional Church
Minnie Cunningham
A. D. Rice
Haichow
China
Nymn
Jim Martin
Coleman
Paint Rock Society
H. H. Ratchford
Church At Work
San Angelo Society
Women of the Bible
Brownwood Society
W. Bristow Gray
Brownwood
E. M Jones
Talpa
S.S
Gray
S. P
Comanche
W. B. Turner
Carlsbad
A. D Rice
Austin |Heological Seminary
Chris Duliing
San Antonio
Texas Synodical
Kerrville
Texas
W. B. Gray
Mississippi
Hollingsworth T
Hoff Appointed Commissioner for Precinct No 1
Judge McMillian named Jno P Hoff to fill the unexpired term of W T Dobbs as Commissioner of Precinct No 1. Hoff, a builder by nature, was chosen to avoid political aspiration and will resign after the election. He is described as progressive and free of prejudice, promising capable county administration during his tenure.
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McMillian
Jno
Hoff
Precinct No. 1
Baby Beef Club Prizes Offer County Youth
Comanche county youths under 21 may enter the new baby beef club with May 1 deadline. Calves must be six to twelve months on October 1, with prizes of 450, 25, 15 and 10 dollars for top calves. Entry details available at F and M Bank and Chief Exponent offices.
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Comanche County
Geo, Montgomery
D. BP. Eaton
W. J. Cunningham
F. & M. Bank
W. H. Carpenter
Fred Anderson
Work on Hasse Road Being Done
Local notes report ongoing work on Hasse road with emphasis on timely progress and quality. Residents urged to stay informed as crews push to make the route navigable, signaling that more improvements are needed to complete the project.
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Hasse Road
Largest crowd gathers for First Monday after rain
A large crowd filled the town on First Monday, the biggest in years, as rain halted farm work and drew people to town despite the wet weather.
Quiet trustee election marks Comanche district vote
Quiet election in Comanche Independent School District produced three incumbents J H McMillan Geo L Sullivan and W T House after a 41 vote poll. All three long serving trustees are praised for integrity and capable administration of school affairs.
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Comanche Independent School
Messrs
J. H. McMillan
Geo. L. Sullivan
W. T. House
Men Must Govern or Be Governed Quote
A quotation by Elihu Root argues that men cannot abstain from participation in governance. It asserts that modern life requires involvement in public affairs or acceptance of control by others, highlighting the stakes for prosperity and future generations.
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Elihu Root
Runaway Horses Cause Near Schoolhouse Scare
Last Wednesday a delivery horse of Uncle George Boen bolted after a passing auto and ran into a team belonging to Uncle Dick Frazier. The collision frightened both teams and they fled toward the east side school before being halted. No major injuries were reported.
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George Boen
Dick Frazier
East Side
Newburg Team Edges Comanche High in Revenge Showdown
Newburg baseball squad avenged a prior defeat by beating Comanche High School 11 to 4. The Indians fought hard but were outplayed as Newburg controlled the game from start to finish.
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Newburg
Comanche High School
City Election Passes Quietly in Small Town
The city election held on Tuesday April 4th drew about 180 votes. F Jacobs and J A Montge were re elected T M erford was elected to replace M V Skinner. The tally shows C F Jacobs 161 T M Rutherford 110 J R Montgomery 97 Wm Dingus 92 J T Moody 70 J R Davenport 20.
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F. Jacobs
J. A. Montge
T. Merford
M. V. Skinner
aThelowing
C. F. Jacobs
T. M. Rutherford
J. R. Montgomery
Wm. Dingus
J. T. Moody
J. R. Davenport
Go To Church Move Set for April 23 in Comanche
The community launches a Go To Church initiative with services planned at every church in Comanche. Citizens are urged to prepare their Sunday attire and attend as many churches participate in the mobilization.
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Comanche
Printing error omits Jenkins for Assessor race restoration
The newspaper apologizes for a mechanical error that cut W. C. Jenkins from the Assessor candidate column in two past issues. His name should have appeared with the announcement and is now noted for correction.
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W. C. Jenkins
Jenkins
Presbyterians Pay Off Church Debt This Week
Local Presbyterian members announced they have paid off the church building debt, ending all indebtedness with no one owed. The congregation rejoices at owning their home free of debt and members are congratulated.
Masons Hold Stew Social Amid Cold Weather
Last Friday night the Masons of the section gathered for a refreshment event centering on an excellent stew. Due to heavy weather only a small group of loyal members attended and enjoyed the stew together.
Sunday School Rally at Baptist Church Planned
A Sunday school rally at the Baptist church on April 16 promises an excellent program and large crowds. Organizers aim to make it the greatest Sunday school meeting yet by leaving no stone unturned.
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Baptist Church
Baptist Sunday School
Wirs
Comanche
Grain Farmers Weigh In On Oats And Wheat Yields
Interviews with numerous farmers reveal mixed views on the grain situation. The consensus says late oats are in fine shape while winter oats will be cut short due to breath. Wheat is expected to make a reasonable crop though with a smaller yield.
Rain Fails to Stop Hog Shipments Headed for Market
Heavy rain did not halt hog shipments yesterday as 14 wagons loaded with hogs arrived in a single batch, keeping market activity steady despite weather challenges.
Presbyterian Meeting Closes After Week of Successful Services
The Presbyterian meeting concluded Sunday night after a week of gatherings. Dr. Wallace delivered an excellent sermon and proved himself a forceful and able Christian minister, drawing large crowds and spurring worship.
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Wallace
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Woman’s Presbyterial
Hatchow
R. L.jetton
P. Hoff
PRE
Baby Beef Club
Quiet
Presbyterian Meeting
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