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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1940
Page
2
The Comanche Chief notes a vacancy on the board with mention of Wilkerson and other local figures. A site reference and per year common expenses are noted, indicating ongoing municipal matters.
City of Comanche reported 1421 ballots cast following a past claim of wildcats. A coyote was shot by John Cowen at the old Bindsey homestead in East Comanche, ending the animal sighting in the area.
The proposal amends the Texas Constitution to authorize Red River County to levy a tax up to 25 cents per $100 valuation for up to 15 years to refund an outstanding General Fund warrant and issue bonds. Voters will decide at the November 1940 election with a pro or anti ballot, the governor to issue the proclamation, and $5000 appropriated to cover election expenses.
The text proposes adding a new Section 59 to Article 16 and amending Article 14 to allow Civil Service provisions to govern appointment and removal for municipal offices. It dictates elections on the Sunday of November 1940 with ballot language for and against the amendment, stating not to apply Civil Service duration rules to certain municipal offices.
In recent days Comanche and surrounding counties see political shifts. Walter Oliphant travels 800 miles from Northern Mississippi to Comanche from Friday to Saturday. Garrett led Hussell by under 4,000 votes among 19 Texas Congressmen, with at least one new Texas Congressman likely. Deskin Wells leads the Wellington district runoff as editor of The Wellington Leader. Building permits in Houston double Dallas totals this year with Houston leading at 13.4 million. County Chairman race favors Bob Lane with 5,159 votes. Bates Cross close behind. The Hamilton Record-Herald editor O L O Peck dies at 63 after a 40-year career. Former Comanche residents perform well in Brown County elections with Edgar Nabers re-elected County Judge and Vernon Green returning to office.
A joint proposed amendment to Article V of the Texas Constitution would let the Legislature authorize direct appeals to the state Supreme Court from trial court orders on constitutional issues or on the validity of statutes and administrative orders. The measure directs voter submission at the 1940 general election and provides a proclamation requirement and funding of up to 10,000 dollars from treasury appropriations.
A joint resolution proposes amending Texas constitution section 26 of article IV to have Notaries Public appointed by the Secretary of State. It sets terms, enacts anticipatory law provisions, and directs submission to voters with for and against ballot wording. The measure outlines funding for submission and gubernatorial involvement.
A mix of commentary on elections and voter behavior, with references to sheriff races and a governor nomination. Mentions U S Senator Tom Connally’s statewide vote total, a repaint of Mrs. George S. Clarke’s North Main Street residence, and a teaser on Dale Carnegie rules from How to Win Friends and Influence People.
The excerpt previews campaign views in Mills County and Comanche with reflections on war stance and election outcomes. It references Herman Reynolds, a Legislature candidate, remarks on courtesy, and mentions runoffs for Congress, the impact of land ownership, and state officials like Coke Stevenson and George H. Sheppard.
The passage notes 1833 re-election remarks and a hus ary allowance. It compares California extremes Mt Whitney height to a valley below sea level. It lists daily work estimates for various roles and contrasts frowning versus smiling muscle use. Indianapolis is stated as the largest city not on navigable water.
A Southern lawyer recounts a case where a Black man named Henry faced trial. The magistrate questioned Henry about truths and lies, noting the risk of lying and implying the verdict outcome if he spoke truth. Henry affirmed the consequences, and the judge quizzed him on truth revealing the loss of the case. Sixty years later Henry died.
A collage of comic lines and brief vignettes portrays casual miscommunication and social stereotypes. The snippets include a shop interaction about shaving, a bold quip over money, and observations on manners, gender, and domestic life.
University of Texas Engineering Dean W. R. Woolrick warns that over 60 percent of the nation’s key defense industries sit within 50 miles of coastlines or borders. He urges relocation of industry into Texas and the South to improve security.
Lewis Robertson and his family from Ralls are visiting relatives this week, enjoying time together away from home.
Regular minister Minster Leapeter delivers the sermon while Brother Smith leads the choir and directs singing during services.
The Presbyterian Church announces 10:00 a.m. Bible classes by age group and an 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship sermon titled Christ's Challenge His Followers. A 1:00 p.m. Young People's Meeting and 8:15 p.m. joint outdoor lot services with Rev. E R Gor preaching. Mid-Week Prayer at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday. Minister P. Brooks quote and cordial welcome from E M Shepard.
Comanche area church invites parishioners to Holy Communion at 11:00 a m on Sunday. The pastor will discuss "Instability or Going Where I'm Pushed" during morning worship with Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Evening service follows at 8:15 p.m.
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