Buttermilk Lowry Plans June Visit to Comanche
J H Buttermilk Lowry, known as Bill Nye of the Texas Press and a candidate for Congressman at large, will visit Comanche in June to promote his candidacy. Lowry is a veteran editor from Honey Grove Signal and a prominent progressive figure in Texas politics. He aims to serve widely and believes he can accomplish substantial good.
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Lowry
J. H. ‘‘Buttermilk
Bill Nye
Texas Press
Comanche
Texas
Honey Grove
Milch Cows With Calves Offered On Credit
Higginbothams advertise young Jersey milch cows with calves available on credit if desired. The notice emphasizes sale terms and access to dairy cattle for buyers seeking herd replacements or investment in milk production.
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Jersey
Parcel Post Business Growing In Comanche County
Local post office records for April 1 to 15 show 1074 parcels received for delivery and 339 dispatched, totaling 1413 parcels handled. Dispatch weight reached 666 pounds, with 90 percent of this work formerly done by express companies and about 500 packages delivered on rural routes from Comanche, mostly from mail order houses.
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P. O. Department
Comanche
Music Question Discussion at Central Christian Church
The church will host a discussion on church music next Sunday at 8 p m. Authorities and precedent will be shown for using musical instruments in worship. All interested people are invited to attend.
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Central Christian Church
Rowland's Sells 40e Chocolate Candies at 25 Cents
Rowland's offers 40e chocolate candy for 25 cents and 25 cent assortments in all varieties at 15 cents each, featuring a broad selection for shoppers seeking affordable treats.
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Rowland’s
Callaway praised for farmers' advocate stance in Texas letter
Letters from Dublin and Gap Texas dated April 1914 praise Representative Callaway for opposing federal spending on hog barns at Trinity and Brazos rivers. Pro Ferguson sentiment is voiced, with Highland residents backing Ferguson and his platform. A Dallas area reader discusses party pledges and voting rights.
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Trinity
Brazos
Congress
Mr. Callaway
Mr. Ferguson
Highland
Ferguson
L. McGriff
Bridge Party At Mrs Helmsleys Welcomes Miss Johnson
Mrs T H Helmsley hosted a Saturday bridge party from 4 to 6 pm at her home inviting friends to play three tables of bridge. Miss Mary B Johnson of San Angelo attended as guest of honor with Miss Ellen Moore receiving a cut glass souvenir and a gold hat pin. Twelve guests, including Mesdames Natt Holman Jack Cunningham Fred Gentry Gib Callaway and Misses Floy Cunningham Myrtle Payne Lucile Bruton Estelle Reese Lyle Kean Alma Neely, enjoyed a three course luncheon and roses on the dining room table.
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T. H. Helmsley
Mary B. Johnson
San Angelo
Ellen Moore
R. H. Moore
Mesdames Natt Holman
Walter Jack Cunningham
Fred Gentry
Gib Callaway
Misses Floy Cunningham
Myrtle Payne
Lucile Bruton
Estelle Reese
Lyle Kean
Alma Neely
Death of Mt. Pleasant resident Jake Hodge
Jake Hodge an elderly county resident died Thursday morning in the Mt. Pleasant community three miles north of town. Details were not available in time for this issue. a fuller obituary will appear in the next issue.
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Jake Hodge
Mt. Pleasant
Pecan Crop Injured by Late Freeze in Comanche County
The late freeze and frost before Easter damaged the pecan crop, likely causing a substantial loss for residents of Comanche County and shortening the harvest in this section.
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Comanche County
San Jacinto Day Observed Across Texas Stores Closed
San Jacinto Day on April 21 marks the Texas anniversary of General Sam Houston’s victory over Santa Anna. The public holiday is observed by banks and post offices, with many stores in towns and cities remaining closed this year as proposals to general observance are noted.
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San Jacinto
Texas
Sam Houston
Santa Anna
Mexico
Free Offers Advance Subscriptions for Farm and Ranch and Hollands
The notice promises free Farm and Ranch and Hollands Magazine with a one dollar advance payment for the Chief Exponent. It runs until May 1 with free access through Dec 1 for new or arrears subscribers. A seven month free period applies if paid in advance for the Great Religious Weekly.
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Farm
America
Elm Grove School Closes After Successful Term
Elm Grove school closed last Friday after a successful term under Miss Pearl Boyd. Patrons attended a ground meal and heard Prof. W. H. Carpenter speak before lunch. Pupils presented an afternoon program then Prof. H. I. Gantz gave an address praised by all present.
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Elm Grove
Miss Pearl Boyd
W. H. Carpenter
H. I. Gantz
Postal ruling allows road officials to ride rural routes
The January Postal Guide supplement announces that rural postmasters must permit road supervisors or commissioners in charge of highways to ride along rural routes while actively performing road inspection duties. The rule aims to facilitate oversight of road conditions during mail delivery operations.
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Postal Guide
Montgomery Family Reunion At Home Place
The Montgomery family holds its annual reunion today at the home place south of town. A large stew will be served as part of the event, one of the oldest and largest families in the area. A fuller write-up will appear next week.
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Montgomery
Cemetery Work at Indian Creek May Day
A cemetery work day is planned at Indian Creek on Friday the first of May. Residents with graves to tend are urged to attend and bring hoes rakes and spades. Dinner will be served on the ground.
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Indian Creek
Last Call to Assessors Missing on Tax Roll
Notice directs all persons not yet assessed to call the Assessor's office by April 30th, the final day to be added to the roll. M. E. Hall, Tax Assessor, Comanche County.
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M. E. Hall
Comanche Co
Brownwood to Get Natural Gas Pipeline Within Six Months
Brownwood plans a natural gas project to bring gas to homes and businesses within six months. The Bangs field, twelve miles west, will supply the gas for Brownwood streets and alleys.
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Brownwood
Natural Gas
Kansas
Bangs
Hog Growers to Meet in Comanche County
Comanche County Hog Growers Association will meet in this city on Saturday May 2 at the Chamber of Commerce to transact business of importance. All members are urged to attend.
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Comanche County Hog Growers Association
Chamber of Commerce
Classified Ad Rates Offer Low-Cost Exposure
A historic note invites readers to place classified ads in The Chief Exponent with a penny per word rate and a minimum 25 cent charge, promoting sale of farms residences or rooms to rent.
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D. H. Cunningham
G. A. Cunningham
Masonic Temple
Eanes Firm Cashed In On Hail Insurance Deal
J. R. Eanes & Company acted as broker for hail insurance coverage, arranging policies and commissions for farmers facing crop damage risks. The arrangement connected growers with insurers to mitigate weather losses.
Imported Jerseys For Sale By Higginbothams
Offered is a car of young milch cows recently received. Terms are easy if desired. Higginbothams advertise the lot to be sold to buyers seeking dairy stock with reasonable payment options.
Mae Burks Pupils to Present Operetta at High School
Mrs Mae Burks pupils perform an operetta Tuesday night at the High School Auditorium. Admission is 10 and 15 cents.
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Mae Burks
Prize Barred Rock for Sale in Proctor Texas
Barred Rock prize rooster offered at 1.00 for 15 birds from best mating pen. Offer valid for 15 days in Proctor Texas by B. H. Lee.
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B. H. Lee
Proctor
Texas
Printing shop moves to North Side Square
The Chief Exponent announces relocation to the Odd Per lows building on North Side Square. The note says the move improves ability to meet printing needs in the Square area.
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