J M Slaton Dies After Long Local Life
J M Slaton longtime Comanche resident died at his daughter Mrs Dan Harris home near Baggett on July 29 at age 61. He was born near Meridian Mississippi and moved to this area at fourteen, married Kate Killebrew forty years ago, and leaves three children including Arther Slayton of Colorado Mrs Hardy of Bowie Arizona and Mrs Dan Harris. He joined the Methodist church at 16 and remained active throughout his life. The community extends sympathy to his wife and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Slaton
Comanche
Dan Harris
Baggett
Lambert
Jasper Madison Slayton
Meridian
Miss
Indian Creek
Hamilton County
Kate Killebrew
Indian Gap
Slayton
Arther Slayton
Colorado
Hardy
Bowie, Ariz
Gustine
Methodist Church
Local Troop Dispatch List From Camp Cody
Names of men sent to Camp Cody Deming New Mexico depart at 8 45 via the Frisco on Monday. The list includes F E Barnes F Seward Ace Phillips J H Phillips D A B Tinney Veo Dickson M J Salter Jess Bynum Herman Barnett C T McMillan Joe Flynn Harvey K Clarke R B Ewing Willie Haynes R I Richardson D M Beaty G L Bolton Captain I Clark C E Henry H S McCrumm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp Cody
Deming
N. M
Frisco
F. E. Barnes
F. Seward
Ace Phillips
J. H. Phillips
D. A. B. Tinney
Veo Dickson
M. J. Salter
Jess Bynum
Herman Barnett
C. T. McMillan
Joe Flynn
Harvey K. Clarke
R. B. Ewing
Willie Haynes
R. I. Richardson
D. M. Beaty
G. L. Bolton
Capt. I. Clark
C. E. Henry
H. S. McCrumm
Brave Mother Letter From War Front Seeks Comfort
A young writer Mabel Walton, sixteen, sends a heartfelt letter to Mrs. W A Guyger of Proctor Texas praising her son and urging cheerful war-time correspondence. The note explains pride in Sammies and asks readers to write brave letters, with a postscript encouraging Slider and Lacy services.
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W. A. Guyger
Proctor
Texas
Red Cross
Sam
Guyger
Mabel Walton
Ed Guyger
De Leon Picture Show Plans War Information Series
The De Leon Picture Show owned by J. T. Edmondson will show the Government film Pershing's Crusaders to inform the public about war preparations and events in France. The committee on public information provides the series and Edmondson is praised for securing the pictures for De Leon audiences.
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de Leon
J. T. Edmondson
Pershing
Crusaders
Committee On Public Information
France
Edmondson
Cavalry Troop to Be Mustered in a Few Days
The machine gun troop of cavalry now training is to be federalized in the next few days, per a Dallas call from J. B. Chilton Jr. Many soldiers have leaves extending into next week, subject to federal call. Location for mobilization not decided, with Camp Mabry likely assembly site.
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J. B. Chilton, Jr
Dallas
Camp Mabry
Local Health Good Amid Busy Social Week
The community enjoys solid health as several residents visit and return home. Claude Harris and companions returned from Ranger after seeking work. Local clergy and families circulate visiting friends in Ellis county and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Harris
Willie Carter
Archie Swearengin
Luther McNutt
J. D. Swearenin
Ranger
Ruth Reed
Euion and
Altruge
Lottie Hodge
Ellis County
Smallwood
Stephenville
Nelson
Mississippi
Tom Davis
Board Church
W. J
Walter Thomas Takes Charge of T. S. Collins Market
Walter Thomas has leased the T. S. Collins market and will operate it under his management. He is a well known meat market man in town and promises a first class market under his leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Thomas
T. S. Collins
Thomas
Cut Prices on Shoes at Higginbotham Bros
Just inside our front door is located our job shoe counter. Many styles of ladies low cut shoes at about one half price. We have your size Higginbotham Bros. & Co.
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Higginbotham Bros. & Co
Syrup Prices Interest Slider and Lacy
The notice highlights price quotes on syrups aimed at Slider and Lacy, signaling potential sales terms and promotional emphasis for the duo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slider & Lacy
New Corn Remedy From Cincinnati Sparks Pharma Fever
A Cincinnati man’s freeze solution, sold for a small price, claims to loosen any corn or callus and lift it out with the fingers. Applied drops relieve soreness and shrink the corn. dries without irritation and is said to prevent lockjaw and infection from improper corn removal.
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Cincinnati
Volunteers Urged to Enlist as Army Nurses
Surgeon General Gorgas calls for 25 000 young women to enroll as nurses. Recruiting offices run by the American Red Cross and the Woman's Committee of the Council of Defense will enroll applicants in thousands of cities until August 11.
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Gorgas
United States Army
America
American Red Cross Chapter
Woman’s Committee
The
Council of Defense
American Red Cross
Lemon Juice Skin Whitener for Everyday Use
The note promotes a lemon skin whitening lotion made from three ounces of orchard white and two lemons in a quarter pint bottle. It claims to remove freckles, sallowness and tan, soften skin, and keep for months with proper straining of pulp. Massage daily on face neck arms and hands.
Guille-Rackley Tie the Knot in Comanche Parental Home
Jesse Guille and Miss Annie Mae Rackley quietly wed at the bride’s parents home in eastern Comanche last Thursday evening at dusk. Rev J N Robinson performed the ceremony as friends extend best wishes for their life together. Also promotion for Prickly Ash Bitters promises relief from indigestion with one dose, selling at 1.25 dollars per bottle through The Win Reese Co Special Agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guille-Rackley
Jesse Guille
Annie Mae Rackley
Comanche
Rev
J. N. Robinson
Reese Co
Men’s Packard Low Cut Shoes Offered At Prewar Prices
A local retailer advertises the full line of men’s Packard low cut shoes at prices before the war. The promotion urges customers to buy now to take advantage of the discount.
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens Through Summer
Old and weak people can endure summer heat better with Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic. The tonic purifies and enriches the blood and builds up the whole system, delivering a strengthening and invigorating effect. It costs 60 cents.
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Grove
Car of oats available at discount from Atwood Brothers
A large shipment of oats has arrived and Atwood Brothers offer oats at $1.00 per bushel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atwood Brothers
Nux-Stone Tonic Promise of Quick Health Boost
Advertises Nux-Stone as a tonic for fatigue poor appetite and digestive issues. Claims to combine nux vomica iron beef and wine to enrich blood strengthen nerves and restore vigor with quick effects and money back guarantee. Includes testimonials and local Comanche druggist endorsement.
Calotabs Offered As Purified Calomel Reform
The New Galomel Calotabs are pitched as a purified calomel reform. They claim to remove old risks while acting as a liver cleanser and system purifier. Sold only in sealed packages for thirty-five cents, with druggist recommendation and guarantee.
Knitting Yarns and Supplies From Higginbotham Bros
A large shipment of knitting yarns in khaki and gray has arrived. The note mentions winter needs and supporting the boys overseas, while Higginbotham Bros. & Co offers sauerkraut and toothpicks alongside the yarns.
New Sugar Regulation Enacted in Comanche County
County Food Administrator Ss C Findley announces a new sugar rule limiting families to two pounds per member per month. Purchasers sign a merchant countersigned certificate. one copy stays with the merchant and one goes to Findley. All sugar for canning sales stop to conserve supply.
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S. C. Findley
Ss. C. Findley
Comaneche County
To Cure a Cold in One Day With LAXATIVE BROMO
Advertising blurb promises a one day cure for a cold using LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine. It claims it stops cough and headache and works off the cold. Druggists refund money if it fails. Signature of E W GROVE on each box.
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E. W. Grove
U S Employment Service Seeks Harvest Helpers in Brownwood
Capt J D Dickson heads the U S Employment Service district office in Brownwood Texas calling for harvest hands to be sent to shortage points. The service can pay transportation for those unable to pay their way and invites interested workers to enroll with Capt Dickson at the Chamber of Commerce Building in Brownwood Texas.
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J. D. Dickson
U. S. Employment Service
Brownwood
Capt. Dickson
Chamber of Committee
Texas
Storage Batteries by Higginbotham Bros and Co
Higginbotham Bros. & Co. offers to sell, charge, rent, and rebuild storage batteries. Local shop advertises a full range of battery services and products.
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Higginbotham Bros. & Co
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Rufus A. Morton
R. B. Waldrop
Jennie Garrett
B. C. Stailey
N. L. Stewart
Morton Harris
N. N. Durham
C. J Leeds
J. E. Miller
A. B. Lloyd
Bob McCampbell
N. Is Peters
H. Shockley
D. B. Nabers
Ids
Geena
J. D. Bonneree
J. W. Woozencraft
W. W. Hodges
G. FE. Seay
Mohsol Mohs Pershing
Slider & Lacy’s
Collins
Packard
J. B. Arther
Jakkie W. Burks
Paris Smith
U.S. Employment Service
Comanche County
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