Remembering Martha Jane Cunningham 1922 Funeral in Newbury
Martha Jane Cunningham wife of the late W W Cunningham died after a ten day illness on March 20 1922. She was born November 22 1845 in Tishomingo Mississippi and moved to Texas at age seven joining Lonesome Dove and later South Leon Baptist churches. She leaves nine children and was laid to rest in Newbury cemetery Rev Milton led the service. The column also notes an extraordinary Pandarosa lemon plant from Mrs J B Morris yielding 25 lemons this year and a prized banana stalk orchard plant.
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Martha Jane Cunningham
W. W. Cunningham
Martha Jane Cox
Tishominugo
Miss
Texas
Grapevine
Tarrant County
Lonesome Dive
Newburg
South Leon
B. Cunningham
Comanche
F. B. Beaty
J. R. Cunningham
Greenville
Newbury Cemetery
Milton
Illness and visit notes from local households
Mrs. W. J. Armesby and her baby show improvement after a week of illness. Mrs. W. H. Lumpkin of Altus Oklahoma visits her mother Mrs. G. R. Hart this week.
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W. J. Armesby
Baby
W. H. Lumpkin
Altus
Oklahoma
G. R. Hart
Explorer Amundsen survives Miola plane overturn
Captain Roald Amundsen and four companions near Clarion Pa escaped serious harm when the monoplane they flew from New York to Cleveland toppled during an emergency landing in a field. The crew, including H. T. Lewis and H. A. Gade, suffered only minor injuries and the pilot blamed an overheated motor after reaching about 6000 feet.
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Clarion Pa
Roald Amundsen
Artic Explorer
Miola
Here
New York
Cleveland
Amundsen
H. T. Lewis
Bellefonte
H. A. Gade
E. Buhl
J Ondell
Samuel Bennett Cunningham Dies After Illness in 1922
Samuel Bennett Cunningham born November 25, 1884 at Newburg died Friday April 1922 after weeks of illness. He married Lela May Carter on January 3, 1904 and had five children Minnie Iva May Letha and Samuel Wallace. His funeral was held Saturday at Newbury Cemetery with Rev. Milton officiating.
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Samuel Bennett Cunningham
Cunningham
Newburg
The
Baptist Church
Uncle Perkins Browns Proposition Gains Notice
The offer by Uncle Perkins Brown to award 33.00 for two lines completing last week's rhyme draws reader responses in Comanche. Contest manager will decide, with results to be published in next week's Chief. Brown praised Comanche, urged fair treatment, and noted improving crop rains and reviving business after past winds.
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Perkins Brown
Comanche
Uncle V Perkins
Uncle Perkins
Texas
Storms Ravage Texas Counties Causing Injuries and Damage
Storms sweeping across Texas counties left property wrecked in Christal Falls and Brekenridge, with several injured and one death reported. Cisco initially reported full demolition but later said minor damage and several injuries. District meet postponed due to heavy rain. A Sapulpa oil tank fire burned for 36 hours, with losses estimated at 300000 dollars.
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Christal Falls
Brekenridge
Cisco
Comanche
Sapulpa
Oklahoma
Seed and crop seed catalog boast seeds for sale
Seed peas and cane seed listed for sale with varieties including Whipper Will Brown Crowder Red Crowder Red Crowder and syrup cane seed. Maize Fet erella red top seeds noted along with 38e Slider and Lacy. Limited stock, buy now before depletion.
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Slider & Lacy
Easter Inspirations Visit Your Church in Comanche
A appeal urges residents to attend Easter services to seek inspiration from the resurrection of Christ. The message says commercial hustle should not overshadow the day and faith can renew hope, peace, and strength to face daily duties and interpersonal challenges.
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Comanche
Comanche Business Men Support Girls Poultry Club
Comanche business leaders back the girls poultry project to boost future farming efforts. Each member selects a breed with local sponsors funding Rhode Island Reds and other show birds for a county fair display.
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Comanche County
Comanche
Rhode Island
Alberta Graham
Wm., Reese & Co
Nina, Mooney
H. J. R. Gilie
W. M. Durham
Beulah Jones
R Reds
Slider
Indictments Filed Against Fifty Four Mills Over Short Weights
Reports from the office of the Commissioner of Markets say indictments have been filed against fifty four millers statewide for short weights. The commissioner also states twenty mills have pledged to comply with weights and measures laws and cooperate with enforcement efforts.
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Commissioner of Markets
Joint Easter Service at Central Church with Bro Blake
The Central Christian Church joins Bro J D Blake’s congregation for a joint Easter service next Sunday at eleven in the morning. Special music is planned and Bro Klingman will give a short address.
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Cental Christian Church
J. D. Blake
Bro. Co
Klingman
Mellon Growers Association Meets in Comanche County
The Comanche County Mellon Growers Association met at County Agent Merwin’s office to discuss business. A committee was appointed to set planting dates and organize a spring melon slicing in Comanche and De Leon. A soliciting committee led by A H Noble was formed to recruit new members. Directors pledged two melons per acre planted for the event. Membership doors were extended to May 1 and plans urged early planting of melon seed by April 15 and May 1.
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Comanche County
Mellon Growers’ Association
Merwin
A. H. Noble
M. Odom
Fred Ellis
Association
District Tract Meet Postponed By Weather
Rain and bad weather last Saturday forced the district tract meet field events to be moved to next Saturday. Schools plan full attendance with strong competition expected. Declamation and debate along with indoor events were completed at the High School auditorium Friday and Saturday.
Bob Cat Captured After Night Pursuit on Local Ranch
A large bob-cat was run down and captured on the R. C. Morris ranch last Wednesday night by A. M. Ward and B. R. Morris. They report numerous marauders in the area and warn of further expeditions into the bob-cat territory. The exhibited cat was full size and evidenced significant sheep damage.
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R. C. Morris
A. M. Ward
BR. C. Morris
Easter Egg Hunt and Fire Strikes Sipe Springs
A fire in Sipe Springs caused $50,000 to $75,000 in damage to four buildings, with two men arrested and another later detained in Dublin. Easter egg hunt planned at the high school Friday evening to support Arrow Head publication, featuring cash prizes for egg count and egg donations accepted at the school.
Morris for Commissioner Precinct 1 in Comantehe County
Local residents announce D. IL Morris also known as Lee Morris as a candidate for Commissioner Precinct 1. The longtime Comantehe County resident is described as a capable businessman who will serve with credit to constituents if elected.
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D. IL
Lee) Morris
Morris
Comantehe County
Holder Man Finds Petrified Bowie Knife Scabbard
Mr C Boyd of Holder displayed a petrified bowie knife scabbard found on the mountain three miles west of Holder. The eight to nine inch relic, originally hide, has dirt encrusted details and likely dates back a century or more to a Native American warrior.
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C. Boyd
Holder
Mr. Boyd
Pate Brothers Advertises Bensler Yam Potato Slips
Stephenville Texas seller Pate Brothers promotes Bensler Yam potato slips at 3.50 per 1000 with no orders under 1000. Special prices for large quantities offered. guaranteed count and delivery. Calls it the best dry weather potato on the market. Contact Pate Brothers Stephenville. 32-35¢
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Pate Brothers
Stephenville
Texas
Mrs Susanna H Springstead Died After Eight Weeks Ill
Susanna H Springstead born August 23 1849 in Fayette County Texas died March 22 1922 at her son’s home Keene Texas where she was buried March 28. She married Charles Springstead April 30 1868 and had nine children five daughters and four sons. She was a Seven Day Adventist for 23 years and was mourned by family and friends with thanks for aid during her illness.
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Susanna H. Springstead
Fayette County
Texas
Charles Springstead
Seven Day Adventist Church
Keene Texas
Luke Springstead
Comanche Eyes Stronger Baseball Team for Summer
The town of Comanche anticipates its best baseball squad yet to be built this summer. Organizers plan early spring practice to gain a competitive edge as nearby towns start soon. De Leon hints Comanche is their top choice for a season open, promising a lively contest with contenders.
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Comanche
de Leon
Maryland House Approves Veterans Service Plan with Bond Issue
A bill authorizing monthly veterans service payments of ten dollars plus 25 percent for overseas service passed Maryland House of Delegates with four dissenters. The act plans a $9,000,000 bond issue to be approved by voters.
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World War Veterans of Maryland
Maryland House of Delegates
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J. B. Morris
Dublin Street
Explorer
Durham
Mozelle Williams
1St State Bank
Lindsey Hart
N. N. Durham
Mellon Growers Association
Bob Cat
Sipe Springs
Daily Press
Dublin
Faust
Holloway
Marshall
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