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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1916
Page
11
An old advertisement promotes Papes Diapepsia and Mayrs Wonderful Remedy for indigestion and stomach disorders. It promises quick relief, claims permanent results for digestive ailments, and offers money back guarantees if not satisfactory.
Advertisement claims PAZO OINTMENT cures Kehing and Protruding Piles in 6 to 14 days. The first application provides ease and rest and a money back guarantee. The pitch emphasizes relief and rapid healing from a topical ointment.
An old advertisement promises rapid cold relief with Pape's Cold Compound taken every two hours for three doses. It claims to relieve nasal congestion headaches feverishness and sore throat while costing 25 cents at drugstores. Norton & Company mention interior renovations to improve business appearance.
The article outlines a probable 1898 lineup with Carwile Nabers Arthur and Barna Riley in key infield roles. Vic Thadberg M Woodward and Gerganess are noted for short and third, while Baxter Nabers and others are slated for outfield duty. The piece mentions community involvement and a paint campaign brief.
The document lists 1916 league games among Licans Cats Montezumas Owls and Pelicans with weekly matchups and a concert program. It notes dates in June and details a reading by Mrs. Geo. A. Curlee plus musical selections including Bach La Filiene Raff Andante and Beethoven Fifth Symphony.
A city notice urges residents to back the re formed Boll Weevil League with funding to buy player suits and boost summer entertainment. It promotes civic pride and points to proceeds from Lyric and Majestic shows to aid the cause, signed by president Joe Carter. Also mentions a for sale or trade house and lot in Sweetwater Texas.
Hoggish Jack McCurdy of near Newburg sold to Ed Blue of Comanche a hog weighing 628 pounds at 714 cents per pound, bringing $45.53. The sale draws comment on the large earnings from a single animal.
Advertisement notes relief for colds and la grippe using Laxative Quinidine Tablets. Claims no effect on head or stomach and urges purchase for winter supply at 25 cents.
All dog owners within the city limits are informed that the dog tax for 1916 is past due and must be paid immediately. The City Council will enforce the ordinance strictly this year, with no allowance for delay. Respt., N. A. Palmer, City Collector.
Miss Jewell Neely daughter of Uncle Joe Neely married January 26 in Hamlin Texas to Jason Gregg of Fort Stockton. Neely known in Comanche county raised near Newburg from an early respected family. sister of Mrs Ed Dudley. The Chief congratulates Mr Gregg on choosing a Comanche county girl.
An influenza era advertises Mansfield's Cough Balsam to treat lingering coughs and warns of pneumonia. It promotes Davenport's six pounds soda for 25 cents and lists prices in both 50 cents and one dollar.
On Sunday morning the Sunday school marched en masse to the skating rink led by the High School Band. The event drew at least 750 attendees, creating a beautiful sight.
The Comanche High School alumni group plans a banquet this year after two-year dormancy. Acting president Walter Jack Cunningham will lead the effort with local graduates invited to renew acquaintances and offer ideas.
Sunday high winds damaged the compress wrecking the smokestack and tearing much roofing loose. no other city damage reported. Also notes Geo. M. Hamilton promoted to manager of Cameron Lumber Co. yard at Temple, praised as a fine local young man. Music pieces follow.
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