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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1961
Page
3
The piece extols books as man's thought and purpose, urging choosing reading material to enrich life and knowledge. It links reading to character building, education, and personal growth across generations, highlighting exploration of ideas beyond borders.
President Kennedy warns air pollution harms health and national resources as 2000 municipalities adopt local control ordinances. The report notes dusty, polluted neighborhoods from unfiltered cement stacks and highlights new fabric filters from Owens-Corning Fiberglas proving over 99 percent dust removal.
Mary Boyd of Gustine plans a May 3 departure to Europe with stops in England Italy Holland and Germany before returning to New York. The trip includes visits to major cities and cultural sites as part of a broad travel itinerary.
The American Cancer Society notes radioactive isotopes such as cobalt 60 gold 198 carbon 14 phosphorus 32 and iodine 131 aid cancer treatment. It warns against unproven cures marketed by so called wonder doctors using secret methods gadgets or medicines with no proven record.
The Comanche County 4-H Council met in the Jury room of the courthouse with 13 members and six clubs represented. Gayle Harris chaired, Walter McCullough led the motto and pledge, and Dicky Dickson read the minutes and roll. Reports came from club presidents of Comanche Newburg Gustine and Soda Springs. Kathyleen Stringer and Angus Dickson Jr. served as extension agents. Attn was drawn to Rural Life Sunday May 7. each member received 4-H yearbooks for local supporters. Next meeting set for Saturday April 22.
The White Point Cemetery Association plans its annual meeting on May 6. A large crowd is expected for the business session, socializing, and a midday lunch at the clubhouse. All interested are invited to attend and participate.
Lt. Patrick L. Sullivan, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward W. Sullivan of Comanche, completed an eight week field artillery officer orientation course at Fort Sill Oklahoma on April 5. The training covered communications, artillery transport, tactics and target acquisition. Sullivan is a 1956 Comanche High School and 1960 Texas A&M College graduate.
John Gleaton and Tommy Mc Donald, both freshmen at Texas Christian University, spent the weekend back home with family and friends.
The American Cancer Society presents seven warning signs of cancer including unusual bleeding, a lump, non healing sore, bowel or bladder changes, hoarseness or cough, indigestion or swallowing difficulty, and changes in a wart or mole. If symptoms persist beyond two weeks, see a doctor. meanwhile support the Society's April Crusade.
April lunch menu for Comanche School lists meals Monday through Friday. Items include meat loaf with green beans and beet pickles, red beans with relish, steak with gravy, hamburgers, and salmon patties with sides and desserts, with milk offered daily.
Lampasas gardeners present the Spring Flower Show Enchanted Spring April 22-23 at the National Guard Armory. Sponsored by four Lampasas clubs led by Mrs. Jack W. Lacy the event runs Saturday 2 to 7 pm and Sunday 2 to 5 pm with free will admission.
San Marcos visitors Mr and Mrs Charles Marshall spent Sunday visiting their son Sammy a student at Southwest Texas State Teachers College in San Marcos Texas.
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