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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
5
Whit Levisay of Comanche showcases two unusually large maize heads from his 25 acre crop claiming the finest yields this year. He notes the crop is exceptional county wide, feeding stock and profits in a varied farming operation.
Crops look good and profits are described as large for farmers considering peanut threshers sold by Higginbotham's. Dealers suggest it is not too late to buy.
Have us put rubber heels on your shoes at Kilpatrick and Son. Reliable repairs and prompt service offered by this local shoe repair shop.
Burks Mercantile Co offers ladies and misses white slippers with leather soles on bargain counter for 1.00. Also promoting 1000 syrup cans for sale.
The Republican gathering in Comanche named J. R. Henderson as chairman and H. J. R. Gille as secretary. Delegates to the State Convention in San Antonio on August 8 included R. B. Easley, H. J. R. Gille, and Geo. L. Sullivan. Congressional delegates were J. R. Henderson, H. J. R. Gille, Geo. L. Sullivan, and E. Greer. State Senatorial delegates were J. R. Henderson, G. W. Jessep, H. J. R. Gille, and BE. Greer.
An old advertisement promises constipation relief and active bowels using Herb ine. It claims the formula removes accumulations and puts the system in prime condition, offered for 50 cents by P. Smith.
The expected arrival of the Mogul Tractor has locals buzzing as event organizers tease a showcase with demonstrations and potential demonstrations of the latest farming technology.
N J Pounds wed Miss Gertie Ross M L Smith and Mrs Connie Reese Eart K Barfield and Miss Bernice Ross W J Cox and Miss Mary Smart each secured marriage licenses from the county office in a routine filing.
An advertisement claims the product darkens gray hair and makes a person look ten years younger. La Creole Hair Dressing is offered at a price of $1.00 in the promotion.
Fragments show a sale or display item list including rakes hi hy ties hay presses and corn a hay presses at Higginbothams. The readable text indicates a farm supply context with several tools and devices on offer.
Abilene Christian College elder Walter W. Sikes will preach at the Church of Christ on Sunday. He will greet and discuss with anyone interested in education after the sermon.
The Old Standard general strengthening tonic GROVE'S TASTELESS chill TONIC claims to drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the system. An old line tonic for adults and children aims to restore strength and energy.
An ad urges building hog fences and pastures this summer to prepare for fall hog business with promise of big profits. It offers wire on credit and payment deferral to attract buyers.
A compact agricultural lending notice urges farmers to choose J. R. Eanes & Co for first class farm loans before placing business. The ad emphasizes superior terms and urges timely contact.
Harnesses require repairs and oiling with Kilpatrick and Son inviting customers to service their gear now. The prompt suggests timely maintenance and a call to action for horse equipment care.
A few McCormick corn harvesters offered for sale with payment split into half this fall and half next. Buyers may arrange installment terms through the seller.
Notice announces an ice cream supper at the M. E. Church in Hebron on Friday night August 25 to raise mission funds. Everyone is invited.
Official returns shown for the Callaway Wilson Swayne race across counties with Somerville missing. Totals list Callaway 9444 Wilson 11755 Swayne 6054. County tallies include Tarrant Parker Hood Erath Johnson Comanche with various vote counts for each candidate.
A card from T. H. Wilcox in Tatum New Mexico states that he and his family are well with a fine place, plenty of water and grass, but they are dry. He sends regards to all and signs as The Old Boy.
One more peanut thresher with gasoline power available. See us at once for terms to suit you. Buy now and it will pay you well. Easy terms offered.
Busy Bee Lunch Counter changes ownership with Mr. Kemp selling his interest to Hubert Heath. No changes in business operations or management are planned.
Mr and Mrs W C Odom with Miss Lottie and Myrtle Payne visited Mrs Carter in Comanche on Sunday. Irene Stephens returned home to Comanche after a week with Miss Minnie Locke. Louis Cunningham came from Comanche on Saturday. Alice Carter returned from visiting Mrs Sallie Payne and family in Comanche while Zoe Allen visited Dr A M Allen and left for Comanche in the afternoon.
Comanche shoppers are urged to visit Kilpatrick and Higginbotham’s for bargains on neckwear syrup cures and gall remedies, with straw hats at half price and Palm Beach suits offered at five dollars. The ad highlights a wide range of items including 60 days wear for hats and cheap prices to attract women shoppers.
Real estate sale or exchange handled by Ms J R Kanes and Company. Listing highlights the firm’s ability to market properties. Contact details and property types are described for potential buyers seeking exchanges.
Kilpatrick and Son advertises all lawn mowers at wholesale cost. The notice emphasizes low prices and bulk buying options for customers seeking budget outdoor equipment.
Gustine news notes visitors and locals from Comanche and Stamford include Mrs SP Easley and children returning home with Miss Rose Wis visiting. Tom Baxter and family visiting J O Harrison. T Wyatt and family traveling to Clay County to see his father. a Comanche boy scout camp on the river. Miss Louise Burks visiting Miss Martelle Duke. W F Bennett returning after a visit. Mrs J M Little visiting her parents. Miss Julia Mathews visiting relatives. J E Sloan visiting Comanche.
An advertisement offers a Palm Beach suit for five dollars at Hig ginhothanys, inviting customers to purchase a summer wardrobe staple at a budget price.
Dr. I. L. Vaughan and H. C. Bradshaw open a horse and mule sales stable at City Wagon Yard on the southeast corner of the square. They offer to pay the highest market prices for horses mules and milk cows and promise bargains for buyers. Dr Vaughan provides veterinary calls day or night. Phone 335.
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