29 Apr 1927
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1927
Page
1
Farmers and businesspeople in Comanche County show cautious optimism as recent rainfall boosts grain prospects. North county remains dry but grain lands gained moisture and farmers expect a normal crop with one more rain, despite widespread Texas crop damage and price pressures from eastern rains and floods.
Sidney four Square community club forms committees to plan in city. A May 2 egg show at Adams Mercantile will award funds for best egg displays, with prizes of 25, 15, and 10 dollars and special egg quality payouts. Local 4-H members, John Tarleton College judges, and county agents organize the event with emphasis on egg marketing and poultry products.
The Central Christian Church invites attendance at Sunday School 10 A. M. Sermon The Four Best Things at 11 A. M. Christian Endeavor Society meets 6:45 P. M. Sermon Trees Across The Road at 7:30 P. M. Pastor BEN F. HEARN extends the invitation to all services.
Mr and Mrs P M Fagan and their son Doyle visited Eiland and Herbert Fagan in Austin last week as part of a family trip.
The Majestic hosts a Sunday afternoon benefit from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. to aid flood sufferers in the Mississippi Valley. No admission, but voluntary offerings accepted and sent to flood relief coordinators Judge R. A. Luker and Mr. Caver urge strong attendance.
Flora Clarke has been re elected to teach at Parks School for another year after a successful completed year. She will continue in the classroom and guide students through the next academic term.
Mrs R Ward returned from a three week visit to her daughter Mrs Conrad Smith Jr in Fort Worth. She was summoned to Dallas where her only sister Mrs M Mackey died on April 8.
G W McCullough 80 year old Sidney resident died April 22 at his home. Born May 18 1848 in Wayne County Missouri he married Margaret Hudspeth in 1871 and had ten children. Survived by wife, many children, 45 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. funeral held at Oakwood Cemetery with T O O F Lodge. Oil test by T P Oil Co spudded on Ward tract reached over 300 feet with potential 3000 foot depth to strike oil. Westward oil development continues from Brown county field with interest from several producers.
The Lions Club hosted a Monday evening luncheon for high school age boys with a varied program. Mau Rice Hoffman won first place for his declamation in the district meet, while Lions and youths shared perspectives on youth and maturity.
The Comanche Bottling Works owned by R. T. Wade, recently relocated from San Angelo, opened this week. Wade reports a nice start for the carbonated beverage plant, located in the Ice Plant building and reflecting modern sanitation and operation standards.
Earl Isham son of John Isham from the Newburg area died Sunday at his home after nearly a year with heart trouble. Funeral at Newburg Monday 2:00 PM with Rev. Busby officiating. Oakwood Cemetery at 3:30 PM. Born July 26, 1894 he married Velma Fisher February 11, 1914 and is survived by his parents two sisters Mrs Jack McCurdy and Mrs Bruce Lane. Charlie Carter of McCamey visiting his parents.
Miss Catherine Chilton of Texan visits relatives in Coman to press.
Mrs. R. R. McGlasson of Rosebun is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Gage and will spend time with the family this week.
Last week in district court, divorce granted for Joe B. Lester versus Elizabeth Lester and for Dollie Ward versus W H Ward. Several cases dismissed including Rachel Everett versus W D Everett, Joe A Hicks v Superior Fire Ins Co, Billie Gilbreath v J L Gilbreath, Mrs Jewel Forson v Richard Forson, S J Hicks v Ben Pettijohn, and J W Boykin v C I McHorse. Judgments for plaintiff awarded to E Lowe v Fannie Moore and W L Speed et al v L F McClellan. Ex parte Travis Wallace and Ex parte Raymond Levisay granted. Wm Rrese and F B Adams noted as visitors in Austin.
An association of Comanche County bankers was formed to promote local development. Attendees included B. J. Pittman, R. R. Harvey, E. E. Anthony, Wm. Chilton, and F. E. Adams from several banks. Pittman named president, Anthony vice president, Chilton secretary.
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