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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1924
Page
2
A long self recount and defense by J K Banes about campaign conduct and relationships to candidates. He denies soliciting or encouraging any candidate, defends truthfulness, warns against talebearers, and urges readers to think for themselves. The piece also reflects on envy, politics, and moral speech with biblical and literary quotations.
A brief note to Comanche County voters from F J Reese thanks supporters and offers no criticism of opponents. He expresses gratitude for endorsements and respect for all residents.
Notice from a candidate thanking supporters after last Saturdays primary election. The author expresses appreciation for real friends and declares no ill will toward opponents, emphasizing courteous conduct and lasting friendship.
A county political note from Jack Meitine thanking voters for the July 26 tax assessor vote and earnestly soliciting support for August 25. The message expresses appreciation and asks continued backing for the tax assessor position.
Jokkie Burks thanks readers for support in the July 26 1024 tax collector primary election. The letter expresses gratitude and pledges continued effort.
Wilhelm thanks voters for July 26 primary support and earnestly asks for continued backing on August 30 in his bid for Comanche County Texas tax assessor. He signs as candidate Ten Wilhelm.
J T Gilbreath declares he is not, and never has been, a member of the Ku Klux Klan and has made no promises to such groups. The statement is sworn before notary W D Carroll in Comanche County Texas on July 27, 1924.
Mose Stricklind thanks voters of Comanche County for July primary support. He says he holds no ill will toward opponents and will meet voters before August 28 to earn continued support.
A. Thomas of San Angelo concedes the state senate race in the 26th district to Walter C. Woodward after returns show Woodward leading by about 300 votes out of roughly 30,000. Thomas congratulates Woodward, thanks supporters, and reflects on his six week campaign and the friendships formed.
A letter from Tom F. Leese thanks Comanche County voters for their confidence in the Saturday primary. He pledges faithful service and full effort to honor the support shown.
Mrs J W Reese thanks voters of Comanche County for support in the first primary and solicits aid for the runoff on August 25, 1025 as her candidacy for tax collector.
In a July primary follow up note J O Carrell, candidate for Representative in the 14th district, appeals to the voters of Comanche County for continued backing and states he will not be able to meet all voters before the August 24 runoff.
In a public message Walter Woodward of Coleman Texas thanks Comanche County voters for their support in the senatorial race and pledges to faithfully serve the people as their state senator. He states he would welcome direct contact and will act by the people’s wishes when expressed.
Thomas J Renfro expresses gratitude to Comanche County on July 26 and asks voters to spread the word he remains a candidate for representative. He pledges an adequate school system a strong highway program tax burden equity economical administration clean government and a square deal for all.
Mrs. Cora White of Minneagrotis files for divorce claiming her husband paid more attention to radio than to her. The suit highlights neglect and seeks relief from the marriage.
City council approves 1024 ordinance banning dump or deposit of sweepings trash rubbish or garbage within Comanche limits. Violators face misdemeanor conviction and fines up to 200 dollars. The rule requires disposal at the municipal dump south of town and takes effect after publication.
Major Wm Green invites ex Rangers to Menard Texas for the fifth annual nomen event on the 14th and 15th. The note urges attendees to bring cats and blankets and to expect park shade, free eats, and camping if rain returns, promising a large, profitable meeting for southwest Texas ex-rangers.
Senate bids are due by August 22 104 for a depository for Comanche Independent School District funds. The bank offering the highest daily balance rate will be selected. The successful bidder must post bond as required by statute. Jerome PL Kearby President School Board.
A dose or two of White's Cream Vermifuge puts the child on its feet again as worms eat away strength and vitality. Price 3a. Sold by Paris Smith.
Local mutual aid society in Comanche County promotes cheapest coverage with a history of no red tape assessments. Claims noted near seventy deaths. contact L. T Russell secretary or J. D. Bonne president for details on rates under 40 and 50 cents and $1 levels.
Fragmentary OCR shows a jumble of numbers and letters likely from a newspaper puzzle or numeric chart. The readable bits hint at a primary section or puzzle page with numerous figures, stray annotations, and scattered digits.
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