Comanche Wins Ten Inning Battle Over Brownwood
Comanche High School edged Brownwood High 3 2 in ten innings at Howard Payne Park. Arthur struck out 15 for Comanche, Gill fanned 11 for Brownwood, and timely hits plus errors decided the game after a scoring rule misunderstanding delayed the finish. Robinson and J Woodward starred defensively for Comanche. White and Turner for Brownwood.
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Comanche
Brownwood High School
Howard Payne Park
Metzger
Brownwood
Smith
White
Harpman
Gill
Tate Woodward
Roberson
Arthur
M.woodward
C.woodward
Reeves
Hill
Tate
J.woodward
Robinson
Abrhpore
Weewe
Seer Ecane
Harpham
Turner
McFarland
Blinn
McChristy
Newby
Denny
House
Brownwood Bulletin
Reliable Remedy Swamp-Root Kidney Health Claim
For years Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root has been promoted as a physician prescribed remedy for kidney liver and bladder function. It claims to strengthen organs and support natural work. Sample bottle offered for 10 cents by mail from Kilmer Co. Bing hamton New York.
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Kilmer
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
Wonderful Range Schubert Soloists At High School
The Schubert lady soloists possess voices spanning over three octaves with a remarkable contralto and soprano. They render music beyond ordinary reach, with selections written or arranged specially for them. Hear them on the 22nd at the High School.
McGees Baby Elixir Promoted for Infant Digestive Ailments
A vintage advertisement touts McGees Baby Elixir as a genuine remedy for stomach and bowel disorders in babies. It claims quick action, purity, and pleasant taste with bottles priced at 25e and 50e, sold by S. P. Smith.
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McGee
S. P. Smith
Breeders Notice on John Eanes Horse Location
J H Swann of Gustine announces he will keep the John Eanes horse at his place one mile west of Fleming this season. Contact Line 42 for details.
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John Eanes
Fleming
J. H. Swann
Gustine
Iss
Cyclone Davis Slams Jeff Davis Conspirators in Speech
The Honey Grove Signal reports Cyclone Davis attacking Jefferson Davis and fellow Confederates in a speech. He mocks states rights doctrine and praises General Miles for placing Davis in chains.
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Cyclone Davis
Bob Toombs
W. L. Yancey
Jeff Davis
General Miles
Honey Grove
Ross Dead Quick Spray Promises Lice Control for Livestock
Lice on stock injure calves hogs horses and cattle. One or two applications of Ross Dead Quick Spray will rid stock of lice and insects. Once tried you will never be without it. Sold in Comanche by The William Reese Co.
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Comanche
William Reese Co
Burks Mercantile Co Easter Hat and Toggery Sale
Burks Mercantile Co invites shoppers to an Easter hat and toggery sale featuring a wide selection of hats dresses and accessories for the holiday season at their store.
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Burks Mercantile Co’s
High School Band Brings Schubert Soloists to Comanche
The High School Band has engaged the Schubert Soloists of Chicago for a concert on April 22 at the High School Auditorium. The group is highly renowned in major North American cities, promising a top tier recital for Comanche residents.
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Schubert Soloists
Chicago
North American
Comanche
Herbine Purges Liver Stomach Bowels For Clear Complexion
An old advertisement touts Herb ine as a purifier that cleanses the liver stomach and bowels and restores a clear pink and white complexion. Price 50e. Sold by S P Smith.
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S. P. Smith
Soldier buried after self defense verdict at Del Rio
A Texas Ranger attempted to arrest a negro private of the Twenty fourth Infantry stationed at Del Rio. The soldier jumped the ranger and was buried at sunrise after a coroners verdict of self defense.
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Ft. Worth
Twentyfourth Infantry
del Rio
Texas
Coron
Spartan Woman Suffered Untold Tortures
An advertised medical quack item claims Spartan women endured untold tortures and promotes a dubious remedy named Femenina for female disorders. The ad lists prices 50¢ and $1.00 and uses provocative language to attract buyers.
Burks Mercantile Co Ad Calls for Corn and Meal
A printed notice invites customers to bring corn to Comanche Mill for prompt meal grinding every Saturday. E. W. Harris signs the message as the directing authority.
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Comanche Mill
E. W. Harris
Burks Mercantile Company Seeks Customer Support
Burks Mercantile Co invites patrons to visit or contact for assistance and service inquiries. The notice outlines continued operations and customer engagement options.
No Malaria No Chills Plantations Chill Tonic Ad
An advertiser promises No Malaria No Chills Chill Tonic is guaranteed to drive away chills and fever or a money refund. Price is 50 cents.
New Weeder Debuts in Comanche for First Time
Higginbotham Bros. & Co. introduces a 63-tooth spring steel weeder mounted on truck tires with lever-controlled teeth. It stirs the soil, breaks crusts on oats and corn or cotton, and handles small weeds like deep plowing, covering about 40 acres per day by one man and team.
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Comanche
Higginbotham Bros. & Co
Judge George W. Riddle Endorsed for United States Senate
Several hundred citizens gathered at the Chamber of Commerce Hall in Dallas on February 4 to endorse Judge George W. Riddle for the U S Senate. The resolution praised his practical, economy minded stance and support for land banks, national highways, a merchant marine, and trade with South American Republics, noting his alignment with President Wilson on preparedness.
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Dallas
Chamber of Commerce Hall
George W. Riddle
United States Senate
Texas
Riddle
Senate
United States
Congress
Judge Riddle
Wilson
Tion
Will L. Curtis
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Brownwood High
Burks Mercantile Co
OUR Ladies Department
A. T. Mason
N. W. Corner Square
Burks Mercantile Co's
OOR
U U. S. Senate
First Baptist Church
Comanche, Texas
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