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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1913
Page
5
Rev Tracy L Huffstutler of Woodland and Miss Monra Morris of Sipe Springs wed in the Sipe Springs Methodist church on May 6 1913. He serves as pastor at Woodland and she is the daughter of Mr and Mrs G L Morris. The Chief Exponent extends congratulations.
Barbed wire cuts and ragged wounds heal rapidly with Ballard's Snow Liniment. Advertises healing and antiseptic properties. Available in 25e 50e and 1.00 per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
In a raid of last Saturday night a lightning bolt struck a barn on the Wm Gilbreath farm near Dublin Comanche county setting the building on fire and destroying it along with its contents and feed. A horse standing in the barn lot was killed in the same incident. The loss comes as Gilbreath had just bought a large shipment of feed to carry through to spring. Dublin Progress reports the event.
Lawrence Kansas and Burns Montana women report relief from ailments including pain irregularity headaches backache and fatigue after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The makers cite thousands of testimonials and claim the medicine has stood the test for years.
In Comanche community circles the appointment of Mrs. S. J. Thomas as Superintendent of the State Deaf and Dumb Institute is announced to fill the unexpired term of her husband S. J. Thomas who died last week after an appendicitis operation. The governor made the appointment and locals say her leadership follows her husband’s praised administration. The community extends sympathy for the loss and welcomes her acceptance of the post.
Comanche resident J. M. Childers reports relief from rheumatic pain and urges others to use Doan's Kidney Pills. The ad claims backache dizziness nervousness and low mood stem from kidneys not filtering blood properly. It asserts widespread endorsements and notes price 50 cents with Foster Milburn Co. as sole US agents.
The Farmers' Union launches a Live at Home campaign in Texas led by president Peter Radford. He argues farmers spend about 26 million dollars yearly on pork and meats. county data show Comanche produced 2,456,000 pounds and used 2,718,600 pounds annually, sending 21,000 dollars out of the county. The plan calls for reduced cotton acreage, more hogs, corn, milo maize, silos, and on farm feeding to stay self sufficient year round.
DeLeon draws strong support for the establishment of an oil mill in the town. The proposal is under active consideration by interested parties and is regarded as nearly certain. DeLeon, located in a rich farming region, would gain substantially from such an enterprise.
DeLeon gains postmaster Bob Haynes after a Burleson nomination and Callaway recommendation. The young Democrat is described as aggressive and progressive, with praise for both him and the DeLeon community.
Advertises Herbine as a powerful liver stimulant for torpid liver symptoms such as dizziness vertigo and flatulence. Claims a dose or two will relieve bilious symptoms and urges purchase for 50e from Paris Smith.
The Senior Class presents a play titled The Fifteenth of January for the public library fund. The performance is scheduled for May 28 in the High School auditorium.
The State of Texas v Swan ner ended with a hung jury after May 9 trials and a May 12 discharge by consent. J T Waddel convicted of perjury and sentenced to two years in the penitentiary. C C Prescott convicted of forgery with a five year sentence. suspension granted. Charley Grainger and Egbert King pleaded guilty to burglary and received two years each in the State Institution for the Training of Juveniles with juvenile suspension. Grand jury in session. no report yet.
A shopper tested Paris Smith's Dodson's Liver Tone and was refunded only after the clerk admitted the test. The druggist keeps the money and praises the remedy as a gentle liver starter, preferred for the family, replacing calomel.
An advertisement from W. W. Kilpatrick & Son invites readers to shop for painting supplies for house projects. The brief notice emphasizes painting items beyond facial use and points to the store as a local source for decorating needs.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for weak nervous people. It claims improved appetite and vigor for stomach liver and kidneys. Testimonial from Mrs. O Rhinevault of Vestal Center New York praises the remedy as a great gift. Available 50 cents or 1.00, recommended by M W Carroll.
Census figures show Comanche county ginned cotton: 27 787 in 1910, 38 276 in 1911, 34 399 in 1912. Statewide ginning: 2 949 968 in 1910, 4 197 152 in 1911, 4 645 172 in 1912.
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a rapid cure for constipation. John Supie of Sanbury Pennsylvania praises them as the best pills for constipation indigestion and liver complaint. Price two shillings and sixpence. Recommended by M W Carroll.
On Saturday May 24 the citizens of Theny will vote on a six thousand dollar bond issue to erect and equip a new concrete school building. The district expansion from Cathey adds about 200 scholars for next term.
A health ad claims Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets improve digestion and appetite. It states that thousands have benefited and that the product is sold by all dealers.
Delegates from North Texas travel by special train to Corpus Christi for the Knights of Pythias grand lodge. The group departs Texas & Pacific station at 5:40 AM, reaches San Antonio the same night, then arrives in Corpus Christi at 7 AM. Orphans from Weatherford Home join as guests of the Texas Pythians.
Advertisement notes Chamberlain's Liniment for rheumatic backache with a claim it relieves pain. The ad also promotes edge-holding knives sold by W. W. Kilpatrick & Son at local dealers.
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