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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1918
Page
8
D Chas Clarke of this city is the second and remaining son in the family to enter the army. Mr and Mrs Clarke may feel pride in this patriotic step and family sacrifice.
A long list of visitors and residents in Comanche and nearby towns notes Ira Wilson Coleman visiting Comanche, Ethan Wetzel Waco relatives, and many others from Camp Bowie Lindale Athens Camp Travis Proctor San Antonio and Waxahachie visiting family, friends, or enlisting while Jim Moody family move to Italy. Also mentions McGEE S BABY ELIXIR advertised for stomach and bowel disorders in babies.
Miss Emma Alsup and Mr. Dennis Stark were married quietly Sunday morning at the bride’s sister home by Rev. Vaughn. The Comanche social favorite, daughter of Rev. B F Alsup, will reside in Fort Worth after departing on the 8 42 train.
All holders of cash coupons issued by Tate Brothers are notified to redeem them on or before May 1. Tate Brothers.
The Farmers Store advertises Sudan Grass seed for buyers seeking pasture and cover crop options. Large supplies available with pricing and seasonal availability.
The Baptist Young People's Union shows renewed interest with elected officers H. S. Ware as President Miss Eddie Lemons as Secretary Miss Floy Collins as Treasurer Col. Lee as another officer. Four group leaders have been chosen and a new member contest is rapidly securing recruits.
The American Tobacco Co announces that tobacco tastes better toasted. The toasting process, first used in Lucky Strike cigarettes made of toasted Burley tobacco, gives a mellow flavor distinct from ordinary tobaccos and makes Lucky Strike taste like a pipe.
A Sunday April 21 birthday surprise honors Mr. J B Chilton at Mrs J B Chilton's home. Eighteen guests enjoy a formal T shaped table with La France roses and US flags, multiple toasts, and readings. Present are J B Chilton Sr Jr and others including William Reese and Eugene Greer. Souvenirs of tiny silk flags are given as guests depart.
Herman Rieger Will Reeves and Virgil Nabers enlist in the army. Rieger and Reeves join Coast Artillery and go to San Antonio awaiting orders after enlisting in Brownwood. Nabers enlists in Cavalry at Fort Worth with uncertain destination. All had previously been rejected before finally entering service.
Herbine is offered to cure constipation and reestablish regular bowel movements. The advertisement lists price at 50e and notes sales by P. Smith.
The Comanche area store touts economical prices for housewives with weekly price lists. It emphasizes cash terms, patriotic savings, and affordable goods aimed at helping customers save every cent.
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