This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1926
Page
4
Delicate peaches preserved in an agricultural solution are to be exhibited at the county fair. The management and cooperative effort of Comanche county residents aim to present one of the finest entertainment programs seen at a fair in Texas.
William Jefferson Roe of Comanche died at his home on Monday August 2 after a long Christian life. Born August 5, 1849 in Dale County Alabama, he moved to Texas in 1875 and settled in Coryell and Hamilton counties before locating in Comanche in 1896. He was married twice to Sarah A Trant and to the second marriage produced multiple children and many relatives. He and his first wife joined the Christian church in 1878 and were devoted Christians until death. The funeral was led by Pastor Ben F Hearn at Central Christian Church with burial in Oakwood Cemetery. His survivors include several children, grandchildren, and siblings living in Goldthwaite, San Angelo, Dallas, Brownwood, and other Texas towns.
The family expresses sincere thanks for the kindness and sympathy shown during the bereavement of husband and brother L. B. Vivrett. Ollie Allen and Family and Leslie Thomas and Family extend appreciation for support from friends and neighbors.
About 210 relatives and descendants of Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Coker gathered at Indian Creek last Friday for a family reunion. Asbury McGuire of Fort Worth gave the principal address with several relatives delivering talks. Hollis McGuire led singing and a large noon feast followed, leaving many still full as the kinfolk lingered.
Bailey Nabers brings seven large peaches from his sister Dora Greene’s orchard to the office on Monday. The fruit is described as fine flavor and would make a fine county fair exhibit if preserved for the event. Bob Lane of Fleming also shows two whole baskets of peaches at the office on Saturday, noted for their size and quality. The piece ends with a challenge to readers about growing the biggest watermelons.
Expression of thanks to friends and relatives for kindness during illness and after the passing of a companion and mother. Rev R B Easley signs the note with family.
George Washington Cunningham of Mills and Tom Green counties died at his San Angelo home on August 4 at 5 30 in the morning. He was buried in San Angelo cemetery after a Masonic service. A former sheriff of Mills county and longtime peace officer, he was born December 21 1857 in Comanche County and married Eliza Isaacs in 1878. His second wife Mrs Donley McCall survives.
Roswell newspaper notes guest list at a ranch party near Roswell New Mexico hosted by Mr and Mrs Elza White owners of the Maule shoe ranch. Among attendees are O C Thrasher of Comanche and his son O C Jr 18 along with Ex Governor Hinkie and his wife.
An advertisement features a wealthy widow claiming relief from stomach and intestinal ailments after taking MAYA'S remedy. She asserts previous severe suffering and states a desire to marry again, noting the product eases catarrhal mucus and inflammation. One dose guaranteed with money back.
E. E. Anthony, secretary of the Comanche Chamber of Commerce, and his wife and children run a productive side line at their Club Lake home. From six Jersey cows and two hundred hens they sold over 120 dollars worth of produce last month. Also advertising good prices on used cars from Clark & McGlothlin and Overland Cars.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.