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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1914
Page
2
The Comanche Publishing Company operated as a local Texas paper with editor and business manager H. BELL. It is entered at the Comanche Post Office as second class mail matter.
D H Cunningham serves as president J R Manes as vice president T J Cunningham as secretary and treasurer Tom H Bell is editor and manager.
Directors listed include D. H. Cunningham T. J. Cunningham Tom H. Bell J. R. Eanes Paris Smith E. W. Harris and V. H. Whodberg as members of the board.
Oscar Callaway, Paris Smith, E. J. Harris, T. J. Williams, W. H. Whodberg, L. T. Cunningham, K. Cunningham, G. A. Cunningham cited as stockholders in the recorded notice of formation.
The notice asks readers to inform the paper about missing deliveries and to provide both old and new addresses when changing location. It emphasizes prompt reporting to improve service.
Secretary Daniels issues an order prohibiting the rise of alcoholic stimulants in the U S Navy effective July 1. Chief Exponent announces the policy in a local politics column, outlining enforcement and scope.
Dallas celebrates securing a regional reserve bank, a development praised as uplifting for the city and the wider southwest region. The achievement signals economic promise and regional significance for future growth.
Readers note a hopeful rural tone as rains arrive at a timely moment and seasoned farmers predict a strong growing season with the potential for a bumper crop this fall.
Chas B. White running for State Comptroller writes to opponents Worth Ray and Sheriff McClure of Jones county offering to submit his candidacy to the Prohibition Elimination Committee. Senator Terrell of West is described as an anti.
City authorities tentatively adopt initiative and referendum to submit the chicken ordinance and electiveness of the marshalls' office to voters. Voters first suggested the measure to aldermen and it was sent back to the people for endorsement or rejection in the upcoming election.
A Comanche proposal urges combining one to three summer picnics into a monster Three Days Picnic, Old Settlers Reunion, and Fourth of July Jubilee week around July 4. The idea aims to create a Home Coming for former Comanche and county residents, with a Chamber of Commerce committee to handle entertainment and event planning.
A proposal urges Comanche to host a Free Fall Street Fair showcasing the county's bestProductions and products. The speaker asks residents to look forward to the event as a boost for local enterprise and community spirit.
Temple figure Jas. E. Ferguson is described as eliminating seven gubernatorial rivals so far with more expected. The piece contrasts his actions with A. W Walker who previously eliminated two candidates in a single move.
The Cotton Belt announces the placing in service on the main line of modern solid steel observation cars. Each car includes writing desks, stationery, new style parlor chairs with movable backs, and large electric lighted Tango platforms, expected to attract travelers.
The Dallas Evening Journal debut marks its place as a child of the Dallas News and grandchild of the Galveston News. The paper shows precocious promise as a budding successor.
Representative Underwood of Alabama defeats Richmond Pearson Hobson by about 30 000 votes. The campaign centers on Prohibition with Underwood opposed and Hobson in favor, challenging the idea that prohibition alone decides Alabama elections.
A Bowie County court rules a man may defend his property when neighbors' animals invade his premises. The decision, if upheld by higher courts, could settle the chicken nuisance by allowing lethal action against intruding fowl.
The editors apologize for lateness and rough appearance due to moving to new quarters. They note foreman Dan Cash injured by a nail in the foot causing absence and crippled the force, but promise a better paper once adjusted.
The Comanche Good Roads Association organized at the county site with Hilton Burks as Chairman and Tom Bell as Secretary adopts a plan to build roads from the county seat. It would aid DeLeon and surrounding areas, though the Free Press warns the public to avoid false impressions.
The Free Press reports a proposed county movement forming a Good Roads Association. Plans call for a road crew with mules plows and scrapers assigned to each precinct and managed by the precinct commissioner and crew boss. DeLeon residents are invited to join and support improved highways for all of Comanche County.
A farmer south of town recounts catching a seven pound catfish in a flat dry field away from streams or lakes. The unnamed tale, deemed dubious, prompts speculation the fish may have walked or crawled there.
Mayor Geo A. Cunningham urges citizens to clean and sanitize their premises in Comanche. If unable to attend today, ensure tasks are completed tomorrow.
The remains of 3 year old George Julius Rodwrick were sent to Tyler for interment after he was scalded to death by a dog at the Rodwrick home. Two other similar accidents occurred the same day in Dallas and at Tye. The Rodwricks’ friends express deep sympathy and pray for comfort.
Presiding elder Rev. S. J. Vaughn designates Easter Sunday as Go to Church Day with preaching in all churches. In the Comanche circuit preachers are assigned: White Point 11 a.m. W. B. Starling Indian Creek 11 a.m. H. E. Donaho Sidney 11 a.m. C. L. Sumners Duncan 11 a.m. and Cottonwood 3 p.m. H. B. Clark.
Married a. b. Foster of this city to Miss Ellen Mason of Shamrock at Pilot Point last week. Foster, a county pioneer and eight year sheriff, grew up in Jackson county Alabama. The Chief Exponent extends warm welcome to the bride as they plan to make Comanche their home.
The Chief Exponent invites merit communications on matters readers wish to discuss. Submissions should stay under 500 words. Writers must attach their names for protection and possible publication.
Wilson Fielder writes from Kaifeng China to Rufus, reflecting on Washington's birthday, Valentine’s Day, and news from home. He discusses China’s unrest, missionary work, and government tensions with foreigners, noting persecution risks but faith that gospel work continues. He mentions Standard Oil’s China oil stake and farming challenges in his mission area. He closes with requests for news about crops and friends.
Farmers and others distant from a drug store are advised to keep a bottle of Ballard's Snow Liniment for cuts wounds sores sprains and rheumatism. It is described as a powerful healing and penetrating remedy. Prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
A two year old boy, J. W. McAdoo, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ennis McAdoo, near Rusker, burned when his clothing ignited while his mother washed nearby. He died about three hours later. The body was buried in Johnson cemetery at 2 PM Thursday. Gorman Progress reports the tragedy.
A cough medicine for children should be harmless and pleasant to take. It should be effectual. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is described as all three and the mothers' favorite everywhere. For sale by all dealers.
When kidney trouble backache rheumatism or bladder weakness strike turn to Foley's Kidney Pills. Chas N Fox of Nimrod Y says they did more good than 150 dollars worth of medicine. They deliver good results. For sale by The Wm. Reese Co.
Dan Cash foreman at Chief Exponent office suffered a painful nail injury to his foot on Tuesday while helping move the office. He has felt considerable pain since the incident.
An advertisement touts McGee’s Baby Elixir as a genuine merit remedy for stomach and bowel discomforts in babies. It claims quick action, purity, wholesomeness, and pleasant taste with bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents, sold by Paris Smith.
Monday marked the first Monday or Trade Day with a busy turnout observed by a lively crowd. Vendors and attendees mingled as the event showcased stalls and local trades.
The description notes a woman who studies ads to learn prices and value in goods, seeing shopping as a business. It emphasizes the savvy practice of seeking bargains and recognizing worth in merchandise.
A young child of W M Ramsey, recent arrival from Coleman county, died Saturday night and was buried Sunday at Oakwood cemetery with Rev. Cartwright officiating. Ramsey owns the City Wagon Yard.
Advertises herbine as a liver stimulant curing bad breath dizziness and a general malaise. Claims to energize blood regulate bowels and restore feeling of vitality. Priced at 50c and sold by Paris Smith.
An old advertisement claims sluggish or diseased kidneys cause rheumatic pains and urinary problems. It asserts Micro-line Bladder and Kidney Remedy neutralizes uric acid, prompts kidney action, and quickly restores function. Money-back guarantee offered. Dallas supplier Rogers Drug & Chemical Co. promotes 30 days' treatment for $1 with local Hamilton Drug Co. listing.
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