Good Roads Chairmen Appointed in Comanche County
The Comanche County Good Roads Association appoints vice presidents and precinct chairmen across seven precincts led by President Hilton Burks. First meeting set for next Monday at 10 p m in Comanche to organize and form the directorate. A county teachers examination was held at the high school with about forty candidates. results await grading in Austin.
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Comanche County Good Roads Association
Comanche County
Precinet No. 1, Inc
Hoff
Comanche
Precinet
R. L. Lane
Fleming
Preecinet
Matt White
Lamkin
D. S. Jennings
Proctor
J. Ff. Beatty
Downing
A. L. McDaniel
Gap
W. C. Sanford
Logan’s Gap
Hilton Burks
J. D. Bowling
Tom Bell
County Board of Examiners
RK. F. Holloway
Ola Cunningham
Austin
Death of Herbert Taylor Ends Local Young Man’s Life
Our community learns of Herbert Taylor's death in Brownwood after a ten day stay for an operation. He fought meningitis after initial illness and was laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery in Comanche on Wednesday afternoon. His family receives heartfelt sympathy from friends and neighbors.
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Herbert Taylor
Brownwood
Oakwood
Comanche
Herbert
Sidney
Easter Sunday in Comanche County Churchgoing Tradition
Easter Sunday in Comanche County prompts widespread church attendance as women display spring headgear and men attend to see both. The timing is seen as propitious since nearly everyone goes to church on Easter, a habit encouraged year round.
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Comanche County
Gum Springs Rabbit Hunt Claims 1500 Rabbits Killed
A rabbit hunt conducted in Gum Springs last week resulted in the killing of about 1500 rabbits. The event drew local participants and generated debate over wildlife management and hunting practices in the community.
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Gum Springs
Card of Thanks for Kind Assistance After Death
We thank friends for support and floral offerings during the illness and death of our husband and father Mrs J N Farmer and Children express gratitude for sympathy and aid in this difficult time
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J. N. Farmer
Uncle Bill Dobbs Seeks County Commissioner Post
We authorize W. T. Uncle Bill Dobbs to run for County Commissioner from Precinct No. 1. A North Arkansas emigrant who arrived in 1887, he was elected in 1910 and again in 1913 and has served faithfully. He recalls arriving in Texas with little money and a wagon load of babies, and he credits farming before 1900 and health-driven retirement from active farming. He asks voters to consider his record and promises faithful, efficient service if elected.
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W. T
Uncle Bill) Dobbs
Bill
Texas
North
Arkansas
Jim Cunningham
Missionary Rev W B Bagby to Speak at Baptist Church
Reverend W B Bagby, physician missionary to Brazil for over 25 years, will preach at the Baptist Church this Sunday. All are invited to attend this service led by Geo W Shaefor.
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W. B. Bagby
Brazil
New Garage Planned at Carter Hotel Lot North of Square
M. K. Witt has bought the old Carter Hotel lot just north of the square and is erecting a large iron clad building. He will move his garage into the new structure, creating a spacious and commodious facility when completed.
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M. K. Witt
Carter
Thanks for Subscriptions And Courtesies
We wish to return thanks for the courtesies extended since our last issue in the form of money paid on subscriptions from R. N. Floyd W. W. Cox Elbert Adams O. C. Noble W. S. Nix R. H. Denny J. H. Swann P. W. Nolen J. A. Montgomery Jim McGhee C. W. Green J. R. Daniels T. N. Goodson A. H. Stover D. E. Nabors J. A. Osburn Mrs. W. H. Nunnelly C. R. Ayers 4. M. Tidmore A. L. Fisher W. J. Moore Francis Cox T. L. Masters J. S. Cox L. D. Jones W. T. McPherson Hugh Goldsmith H. Shockley E. M. McGlothlin Mrs. O. K. Jones A. Faulkner W. F. Vancleave.
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R. N. Floyd
W. W. Cox
Elbert Adams
O. C. Noble
W. S. Nix
R. H. Denny
J. H. Swann
P. W. Nolen
J. A. Montgomery
Jim McGhee
C. W. Green
J. R. Daniels
T. N. Goodson
A. H. Stover
D. E. Nabors
J. A. Osburn
Mrs
W. H. Nunnelly
Hog Growers Ship Fat Pigs to Fort Worth
The Comanche County Hog Growers Association sent two care of fat hogs to Fort Worth last Friday and secured a good price. Farmers praise hog farming profits since the association formed.
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Comanche County
Notice of purchase and tailors shop introduction
H L Owen announces purchase of the Scotch Woolen Tailors and invites public patronage. The shop offers cleaning pressing altering and dyeing with a fit guarantee and ladies work as a specialty, phone 111.
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Scotch Woolen Tailors
H. L. Owen
Revival at Church of Christ Services Daily
Church of Christ announces weekday services at 4 15 and 7 45 p m with three confessions and baptisms to date. The revival continues for two more weeks and invites participation. Offers Elders Church of Christ and subscriptions to The Chief Exponent and Holland's Magazine from now until December 1st for 1.00, valid 30 days.
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Church of Christ
Elders Church of Christ
Farm
Raneh
Holland’s
Dee
Ellwood Hog Fence Sale On Credit Offer
Local shop Higginbothams announces a large stock unload of Ellwood woven hog fence from 18 to 40 inches high along with barb wire nails and telephone wire. Credit purchases available if cash is not convenient.
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Higginbothams
Comanche County Farmers Union Meeting Scheduled in April
The Comanche County Farmers Union will meet in Downing Texas on April 16 and 17 with full local union representation. Evangelist W D Black of Thorp Springs, aided by S W Alford, conducts a Church of Christ series this week drawing notable interest and church affiliation. Ellid Black described as a pleasant gentleman and forceful preacher.
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Comanche County Farmers Union
Downing
Texas
W. D. Black
Thorp Springs
S. W. Alford
Church of Christ
Church
Ellid. Black
Frost Nips Fields Ahead of Easter Weekend
A light Thursday morning freeze brings frost in the region possibly ending the cold spell before Easter. Farmers report variable damage to fruit orchards oats and young corn with opinions divided on the extent.
Jersey Cows and Calves Arrive for Immediate Sale
A carload of young Jersey cows with calves is now available for immediate use. The seller Higginbothams advertises whole-time sale and urges buyers to act quickly.
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Jersey
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J. L. Vaughn
WW. W. Kilpatrick & Son
Good Roads
Geo. W. Shaefor
Edward E. Strauss & Co
Chicago
Brin
South Side Sq
Comanche, Texas
C. Smith
Pres
Union
Milch
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