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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1914
Page
3
An advertisement for The Sun Burst grocery department touts The Best by every Test Cream of Wheat made from Missouri soft wheat and processed scientifically. It promotes cash or credit purchases and invites readers to order by wire, phone, or mail for a sack, asserting a single trial will win ongoing customers.
An advertisement claims Peruna tonics cure sleeplessness without disease or nervous issues. It asserts tired nerves respond to a regular tonic, improving digestion, circulation, and brain comfort, and urges readers to try it with a free “Tits of Life” brochure from the Peruna Co. in Columbus, Ohio.
Warns against preparations containing mercury for catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as a safe internal remedy. Mentions testimonials and that the product is sold by druggists with price per bottle. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A store advertisement carries a message aimed at housewives, emphasizing financial importance. The ad underscores savings, budget tips, and practical shopping guidance for households.
Fort Worth Record columnist Hugh Nugent Fitzgerald defends Congressman Oscar Callaway against criticism of opposing federal funds for inland river navigation. The piece argues the Interstate Commerce Commission has power to fix rates, questions the need for costly dredging and willow removal, and suggests redirecting funds to state highways and irrigation, while praising Callaway’s restraint and fiscal watchdog role.
The Weatherford Herald notes Dr. I L Watt displayed a three legged duck at the Chamber of Commerce in Parker County. D C Bratton preserved the creature in fluid and it now sits on exhibit as a curiosity. The DeLeon Free Press questions the Chamber's role and suggests a broader regional fair collaboration with Comanche residents.
Advertises Texas Wonder by Dr. E. W. Hall claiming cures for kidney and bladder troubles in men and women, dissolves gravel and treats diabetis and back pain. Notes mail order availability for $1.00, with two months of treatment per bottle and testimonials. Sold by druggists.
A California judge surveys a man’s life and enumerates flaws and missteps. Among the chief errors cited are setting one’s own code of right and wrong, judging others by personal standards, and demanding perfection in one’s actions.
The Free Press editor signals willingness to meet on half way grounds with the Chief Exponent man over road plans. It notes earlier plans by the Good Roads Association and praises Bell for embracing a reasonable program while urging a competent road builder to head a road gang to avoid waste of funds.
The Chief Exponent announces relocation to the Odd Fellows building on North Side Square to better serve customers in the printing line.
Don't take medicines for stomach ailments morning noon or night. Avoid surgery when possible. Mayr's Wonderful Stomach Remedy claims to remove catarrhal mucous, reduce inflammation, and antiseptically cleanse the digestive tract. Endorsed by professionals and offered by Geo H Mayr with a free booklet. available in Comanche Texas via Wm. Reese Co and local druggists.
The Chief Exponent urges readers to check the yellow address label date showing subscription validity and renew if due. It invites farmers and residents to place classified ads with a minimum 25 cent charge, noting the penny a word rate.
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