Comanche Draft Quota Credits Questioned Public Appeal
Citizens of Comanche County call for review of draft quota credits claiming recruits sent to Dallas Fort Worth and Waco may not be properly attributed. The letter urges residents to question officers and ensure accurate accounting to protect local rights and interests.
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Comanche County
Regular Army
National Guard
Dallas
Fort Worth
Waco
War Department
Texas court proceedings mixed outcomes across multiple cases
A list of Texas court cases shows guilty pleas and fines in some matters such as Tate Zellars and I A Boyd, while others were dismissed continued or settled. Several debt suits and receiverships appear, with judgments for plaintiffs or defendants and various continuations and dismissals noted.
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State of Texas
Tate Zellars
I. A. Boyd
of Texas
Lloyd Courts
Ted Courts
Dublin Mill & Elevator Co
I T. House
M. National Bank
Coman
J. J. McMillan
C. F.yd
W. C. Jackson
G. W. Dingus
Draft exemptions notice outlines for 251 men
Exemption board will summon 251 men for first draft with one third scheduled Monday Tuesday and Wednesday. All summoned must appear. failure to do so forfeits exemption. Blank exemption forms available Friday and Saturday for non physical grounds. Forms can be prepared with lawyers but cannot be filed before physical exam.
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Exemption
Popular couple weds in Brownwood surprise ceremony
Gene Neely and Miss Nell Orand surprised many by marrying last Friday in Brownwood with Rev. John Power officiating. The couple, both well known in Comanche and Waco circles, left for Houston and New Orleans for their honeymoon.
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Gene Neely
Nell Orand
Brownwood
John Power
Gene
R. V. Neely
Miss Oran
Oran
Waco
G. A. Bruton
Co He
Houston
New Orleans
Waco Times-Herald
Eugene Neely
Comanche
Comanhe
Yale
Bruton
Neely
J. W. Orand
Sanger Avenue
Higginbotham's Auto Service Ad Offers Battery Repair
An advertisement claims quick and permanent fixes for car and battery problems at Higginbotham's. It offers batteries for sale or rent and promises to rebuild and recharge old batteries.
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Automobile Service Department
Higginbotham’s
Comanche Draft quota raised to 237 men
The Comanche Exemption Board reports a ten percent increase in the county draft quota to 237 from 216. Accordingly, 21 additional men were notified to appear for examination, including Ernest Denny, George Edna Jenkins, Melvin W. Holdridge, and others listed with registration numbers.
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Comanche Exemption Board
Comanche County
Comanche
Great National Army
Ernest Denny
George Edna Jenkins
Melvin W. Holdridge
John Ellie Burdett
Willie D. Armstrong
Horace Elbert Powers
Charlie Sam Carwile
Edgar Jenkins
Lee Spruill
Homer Theron Alexander
Oliver Daniel
Wm. Edker McDonald
Aberdeen Clay Dabney
J. E. Mills
R. P. Jackson
Isaac Anderson White
J. R. Waldrop
Bennie Newton Bassett
Joe Gaines
Exemption Board Receives Tighter Draft Instructions
Local exemption board is told to curb exemptions for married men. Claims based on dependents will be scrutinized under new rules requiring proof dependents cannot live on the soldier’s $25 monthly allowance, with emphasis on wages, clothing, and lodging. The Dallas News notes boards may reject dependents claims when salaries may suffice. A Dallas Oak Cliff example disallowed a registrant due to small support to a dependent mother and perceived ability to continue support from military pay.
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Dallas News
Crowdner
Oak Cliff
Hagira Forage Crop Demonstrated On Local Farm
Hagira, a practical forage crop akin to maize and resembling feterita, matures faster and acts as a growth resister. At A F Holman's farm, Hagira showed smaller heads but prolific suckering, allowing daily head cuts all summer without cutting down stalks.
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A. F. Holman
Coman Boy in Army Exhibits Cavalry Photo at Fort Stewart
J. F. Grissom displays a photograph of a Cavalry troop at Fort Stewart El Paso. His son Allen Grissom, a member, notes a rumor in mid October that the unit will be sent to France for preliminary training as they prepare for deployment. Allen expresses satisfaction with army life and readiness.
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J. F. Grissom
Fort ‘‘Stewart
el Paso
Allen
France
Trenes
New Goods Arrive Daily at Burks Mercantile Co
Burks Mercantile Co announces daily arrivals of new goods. Shoppers are invited to visit and inspect the latest stock as shelves are filled.
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Burks Mercantile Co
Battery recovery project advances in memory repair study
Researchers report progress on a battery based memory repair approach focusing on restoring stability in perma structures and extending life of devices. The effort highlights new materials and testing regimes to improve durability and performance.
Help Comanche County Citizens Credit Their Volunteers
Citizens urged to submit names of Comanche County residents who joined the army or National Guard from April 1 to July 1. Names and joining locations should be sent to Judge McMillan or The Chief Exponent to secure credit for the county and potentially spare local youths from military deployment.
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Army
National Guard
Dallas
Waco
Fort Worth
Comanche County
Arm
Navy
Regular Army
Judge McMillan
France
How Impeachment Ings Are Brought In Texas
Plainview News outlines impeachment steps in Texas. A house member files formal charges and the house investigates, either as a body or by committee. If the house impeaches by majority, a bill goes to the senate for trial with a two thirds vote required to convict. The condemned official loses office but may be prosecuted in courts. If the house acts against, the lieutenant governor becomes acting governor. if the senate acts against, the lieutenant governor fills out the term.
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House
Senate
Plainview News
Baptist Encampment at Lampasas Hosts Large Camp Meeting
The writer and wife reside at the Lampasas Baptist Encampment tent city enjoying camp grounds shade trees and a rich program by devoted pastors. Sunday baptism follows morning service and Pastor Curlee asks prayers for his Eden meeting. Dr. Baten cannot attend the Teacher Training Class this month.
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Baptist News
Lampasas
Ladies Aid
Eden
Dr. Baten
Sis
Geo. A.curlee
Red Cross Auxiliary Hosts Trip to the Front Program
Local Red Cross chapter repeated programs from a recent lands tour to a large crowd. Entry was free with refreshments such as watermelons and cakes sold by the ladies, netting the auxiliary a neat sum. The event impressed attendees with its rendition and organization.
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The
Red Cross
Cpp
Comanche Teacher Weds Gustine Woman In Quiet Auto Ceremony
Philip Graham son of J. P. Graham of Comanche and Miss Lila White of Gustine were secretly married near the Gustine depot with Ernest Herring officiating. The couple, viewed as a popular pair, left for Tyler for their honeymoon.
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Philip Graham
Comanche
Lila White
Gustine
Graham
Ernest Herring
Miss White
Macante
Howard-Payne College
Tyler
Comanche Mill Ad Promotes Flour Prices
An old notice invites readers to visit the Comanche Mill for flour price information and shopping. It mentions varying price quotes and general availability, urging timely action.
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Masonic Temple
Aliatee
J. 1
A. C
R. W. Robbins
Russell Cigar Company
Wm. Reese
R. R. Hobson
John F. Lewis
Higginbotham Bros. & Co
S. Rogers
H. S. Gribble B
Moore
Avery Turner
N. A. Ward
Merton L. Harig
Firet National Bank
Guthrie
J. H. Reed
A. Allen
James Et al
His- Rotan Grocery Company
T. H.northcut
Mra. N. R. Lindsey
W. F. Sham Et al
Son of Cotton
Texas
Sam
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