Chief Subscribers Shuffle Expands Readership List
The Chief’s subscriber list shows many relocations within Texas and several new out of state signups. Names include James W Chapman Ro tan to Fluvanna and J P Luck er from Dallas to Comanche, with renewals and new adds across Abilene Dallas San Antonio and Comanche County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Chapman
Rotan
Fluvanna
Buster McDonald
Rt. 3
Rt. 1
Gus Rudd
Indian Gap
Energy
Rgt
Douglas Benge
Ft. Gorcon
Ft. Hood
J. P. Lucker
Dallas
Comanche
Bill Williams
Austin
FE. W. Meyers
Abilene
Sammy Frasier
Ennis
Frent
Paulsen & Associates
Fighland
W. A. Chambers
Hasse
Stephenville
W. L. Donaldson
Knox City
Wharton
Out of State
Thomas Masters
Steve Wilhelm
Ariz
Linda L. Hart
Celo
Eddie Brooks
Herman E. Martin
Calif
Elma White
T. A. Weaver
Herman Beauchamp
Bob Huckaby
Connie Maxwell
Denton
Robert C. Lyon
Jack Jackson
Midland
Joe Fritts
Weatherford
Robert E. Seay
Stanley Rauhut
Austin Winter
Bette Jolink
Rouston
Hart Shoemaker
Bill Kumkel
Zeta Kemp
J. B. Adcock
San Angelo
Bill Petit
Burleson
J. T. Lang
Gatesville
Gene Ratliff
J. C
Western Hills News Highlights Local Visitors and Birthdays
Rev Fielding and Liberty Freewill Baptist musicians led a Sunday service with participation from First Baptist Church. A string of visiting residents and relatives from De Leon Gonzales and Merkel appeared for gatherings at various homes. August birthdays and new resident Dennis McGlothin are noted along with PAR Bridge Club event guest Mrs Brewer Garrett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden Rees
Fielding
Liberty Freewill Baptist
John C. Wiles
First Baptist Church
Provo
J. A. Plumilee
W. H. Lay
H. J. Huddleston
Rayl Hudddleston
Tennie Sadler
Mamie Long
Dick Irby
Hobart Humphrey
Geneva Wells
Mercer Gap News Notes Travel Visits and Anniversary Tidings
Mercer Gap reports on vacations visits by Rev. Harry Hanes and family to Mexico, Roy and family trips, and multiple local trip itineraries. church members gather at the Driskol home for a new home portrait gift from the church. The Fast Side Baptist WMU met with Misses Andrews Phiffer and Davis serving lunch. The Rogers celebrate 57th wedding anniversary on August 22 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millie Anderson II
Roy Dutton
Harry Hanes
Mexico
R. L. Anderson
Ark
Willispoint
Caldwell
Copperas Cove
Temple
D. D. Whitley
W. W. Wittites
Gatesvillle
Ward Driskell
R. G. Halbert
Mercer Gap
Drisko
Harry Hames
Ricky Gore
Baptist
W.M.W
Gene Petro
Reneee Andrews
Micheal Phiffer
Becky Davis
Willie Cummings
Western Hills Nursing Home
Orval Rogers
Melissa Culpepper
Jerry Culpepper
Rogers
Rev
Russell Crosby
Reclaiming Fish Hooks From Rust With Simple Care
Vern Sanford explains a practical guide to salvaging rusty fishing hooks. Tips cover cleaning, drying, and storing trotline gear, plus rust removal methods using WD-40 or Liquid Wrench, and steps to recondition hooks for future use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanford
Cay
Weekend Visitation Highlights Texas A&M Guests
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Patrick of Texas A M College Station spent the weekend with the Cecil Houcks. Mrs Curtis Montgomery visits her mother Mrs Clem Hancock of Fort Worth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steven Patrick
Texas A&m
College Station
Cecil Houcks
Mrs
Curtis Montgomery
Clem Hancock
Fort Worth
Noise and Nuisance at New Drag Strip Tested in Court
A suburban drag strip faced court scrutiny as residents argued noise, fuel fumes, glare, and traffic impacts. Courts weighed nuisance claims, with one ruling shutting a track for excessive noise, others distinguishing public safety and ordinary disturbance. The piece notes parking and streets access remain city concerns, not operator duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Bar Association
Texas State Bar
Will Bernard
Locals Take Honors In Lometa Rodeo
In Lometa 1972 rodeo area entries earned honors. Judy Welch of Comanche High School won the high school barrel race and Teresa Buchanan of Comanche junior high won the grade school girls barrel race. Larry McDougal, CHS, placed second in bull riding and David Paniel of Gustine placed in breakaway roping. Trampus Coan of Comanche Junior High was runner up in the boys barrel race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lometa Ffa
Judy Welch
CHS
Teresa Buchanan
Comanche
Diamond Tragedy and the Hope Diamond Curse
The Hope diamond, a 44.5 carat gem at the Smithsonian, was stolen from an idol eye and is said to carry a jinx. The article notes multiple misfortunes among owners including Marie Antoinette, a British heir, a Folies Bergere star, a Greek banker, and an American heiress, linking disasters to the stone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithsonian Institution
Washington, D.C
Marie Antoinette
Public Records Update from August Seventh
Justice of the Peace Joe Robert White notes no MVI sticker and a 12.50 fine. Entries include Allen Ray Graham for driving while intoxicated, David Wayne Marshall for failure to pass to the left safely, Wendall Ray Quarles and Deward Don Maynard plus Doris Elizabeth Purdy for failure to appear. New car registrations list Mahan Chev Pontiac Buick S L Elder and others. Weekend visit in Jacksboro with Bob Allen and Matt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Robert White
Justice of the Peace Records
Allen Ray Graham
David Wayne Marshall
Wendall Ray Quarles
Deward Don Maynard
Doris Elizabeth Purdy
Buick
S. L. Elder
Pontiac
R. D. Hall
Chevrolet
W. T. Shoemaker
Co. W. Simpson
Family Visits Span Cities and Countries
Margaret Brinson of Colorado City visits brother Pete Stark of Van Dyke and sister Ima Loudermilk of De Leon. Sean Sweeney pastor of Sacred Heart Church returns from a five week visit with his parents in Doon County Ireland. Mrs. A L Foster of Stamford returns home after visiting Mrs. A D Anderson for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Brinson
Colorado City
Pete Stark
van Dyke
Ima Loudermilk
de Leon
Sean Sweeney
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Doon County
Ireland
Stamford
A. L. Foster
A. D. Anderson
Also Mentioned on This Page
A. A. Reagan
Troy Pettit
G. B. Page
Dub Crumley
Fred Adcock
I. Sadler
Gustine
Harriet Hurst
Jess Hansen
J. O. Campbell
C R Coor
Dublin
G B Stailey
S B Bean
Blanket
Robi. M. Sills
Monte Carmichael
Lamkin
W. D. Stokes
Sammy Robinett
Gorman
S. G. Walker
Cordell Reed
J. D. Evans
Sidney
Comanche I
H. Lloyd
Don Gray
C. T. Burks
Davis Willliams
Dwayne Lackey
Luke E. Fasley Jr
N. K. Feith
Alma Niemann
Jessie Smith
Autry Merrell
Roy McNutt
0. K. Cox
C. Reid Thomas
Ralph Carnes
Comanche County Telcephone Co. Inc
James Stitler
Eldon R. Tupin
Max Keither
Geo, Lippe
Joe Maxwell
Virgil H. Norris
Elza Brinson
E. A. Cornwell
Nobia Dunn
Berett Sliger
Dalton Limmer
Bennie Davis
Western Hills
Richad Springs
Lloyd Conners
Marfa
Conners
Mr. Anderson
Wanda Davis
Ray Smith
Collins
Miss
Fort Worth Visitor
Pioneer Oil
Company Et We UA Ge
Pioneer Oi Company
West Central Woll
General Telephone Company OF the
Southwest
T& T
TY Peart
Crowe
ComAnche Seed & Feed Supply
S. Austin
Texas
Cial
Norris Insurance
West Central
Comanche, Texas
Texas News
World News
Lone Star State News
Texas State Network News
TSN Midday Market Report
Farm & Ranch Trading Post
Gospel Music Time
Texas State Network
TSN Closing Market Report
Tenas State Network News
TSN World OF Sports
Lone Star News
TSN
TAKE
KCOM
USC
Public Records
Jacksboro
Betty Allen
John Quin
Leah
Bob Allen
Matt
Hamilton
Hamilton Rendering Co., Inc
Dr. James
Hallmark Veterinarian
William T. Calhoun
N. Austin St
Central Texas Pest Control
William Lane
N. Cole
James C. Slider
Optometrist
N. Austin
Comanche Community Hospital, Inc
Comanche Funeral Home
Porter B. Franks, Mgr
W. Grand
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