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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1916
Page
6
C L Charlie White thanks Comanche County voters for campaign support in the recent primary and expresses continued respect for those who did not choose him, affirming his goodwill toward all residents.
An advertisement urges readers to use Ballard's Snow Liniment for stiff necks and back pain from drafts. It claims rapid pain relief and lists prices 25c 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by S. P. Smith.
J. R. Kanes and Co presents property listings for sale or exchange. The agency invites clients to list parcels and homes, offering brokerage services and market exposure for transaction efficiency.
The notice touts a medicinal claim for Bromo Quinine branded as the sole gift to the praetorint Laxa Tive Bru, with a stated 9 quinine dosage. It mentions a signature BE W Grove and asserts quick relief from cold, cough, and headache with claimed one day cure.
Kilpatrick and Son announce a close out sale offering all lawn mowers and hoses at wholesale cost. Local customers are urged to take advantage of the discounted merchandise before stock runs out at the store location.
Homer Croy describes Japanese greetings as elaborate bows that halt traffic. Two natives stop in the middle of streets to inquire about each other’s ancestors and even discuss the state of their stomachs, delaying movement with ritual courtesy in a Leslie's piece.
A Paris hospital report cites a young French soldier who, after a mine blast, developed four white hair patches on the left side of his head overnight. Medical literature explains pigment cells mobilize to the hair root during whitening, and a nervous shock may hasten this process.
Exeter doctor F Lucas Benham contends that enlarged tonsils in children arise from drinking impure faucet water. He notes improvement and fewer attacks when filtered or boiled water is used, a view reported by the New York World.
The New York American notes the ocean’s salinity remains nearly constant as rivers deposit a steady amount of salts yearly, keeping seawater composition uniform despite continual continental wash.
De Goosby cries of ruin and lost money draw a sharp reply from Nev ah who urges him to brace up. Reggy consoles with a brisk boost to resolve as the characters exchange mock pep talk in a brisk comic exchange.
A shopper questions a dealer about an antique, who insists it is genuine and the latest in antiques. The exchange highlights trust and perception of value in a small consumer scene.
The State Fair of Texas will feature a prominent Art Loan Collection in the Fine Arts Building curated by Alex Sanger with works from leading American artists. Texas artist Julian Onderdonk returns from the East to arrange acclaimed canvases, promising a premier display this fall. Textile and other departmental entries are rising, portending the largest 1916 exposition yet in Texas.
W I Yopp head of the State Fair education department says the Better Babies Contest gains improved facilities this year with a new auditorium in the Hospital building. He notes growing statewide interest and many entries expected from major schools including the University of Texas and Agricultural and Mechanical College. Other institutions have applied for space with several more anticipated before September 1.
Louis Lipsitz, director in charge, notes rapid space bookings for the State Fair of Texas commercial exhibits. Indications point to the largest, most valuable displays ever shown, with big Texas retailers planning fashion showcases and extensive displays of modern furniture, stoves, pianos, and other comforts. Exhibitors are urged to apply early as space is limited. inquiries to W. H. Stratton, secretary, State Fair of Texas, Dallas.
The Milwaukee Free Press reports rail unions reject proposed settlement paths including ICC arbitration and Newlands act arbitration. Congress debates referral to the Interstate Commerce Commission for investigation of wages, hours, and railroad revenues, while unions warn of a possible nationwide strike without favorable terms.
A general strike tying up the nation’s railroads is viewed as inconceivable by the Philadelphia Bulletin, underscoring strong confidence that widespread work stoppages are unlikely.
W H Luman and wife sold a Bell county farm at 100 dollars an acre and bought a Comanche county farm at 30 dollars per acre. They praise the move and suggest neighbors follow the example. Luman plans to rent a house in Comanche to benefit from the coming school session.
A Webster City Iowa reader Joe Dingman describes recurring liver trouble with side and back pain and stomach soreness. After using half a bottle of Chamberlain's Tablets his pain and symptoms vanished and he felt well again. Obtainable everywhere.
Derroll E Nabers addresses supporters to thank them for their help in his race for Commissioner of Precinct No 1 and promises to repay the backing with efficiency as an officer.
An advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing as the original, promising genuine darkening without dye. It emphasizes authenticity over imitators and sets a price of $1.00 for the product.
Ross' Dead Quick spray has been shipped 700 miles by parcel post on mail orders claiming to kill bedbugs ants fleas and mites. The Wm. Reese Co. in Comanche sells the genuine bug killer and warns buyers not to be deceived.
An advertisement urges use of Renovine for first symptoms to cure heart and nerve issues before failure. It markets Renovine as a heart and nerve tonic priced at 50 euros and $1.00, urging early treatment rather than delaying until the organ is damaged.
An old patent medicine blurb promotes Grove's Tasteless chill tonic as a general tonic. It claims quinine and iron support liver function malaria prevention blood enrichment and overall body strength with a price of 50 cents.
Notice to members and hog raisers to meet at the Y M B L office in Gomanche on Saturday August 12 at 2 pm. Election of officers and plan for the next shipping season to be outlined. E E Denny president and R T Janes secretary.
Apply a cotton cloth net soaked with Ballard's Snow Liniment to wounds cuts burns sores or blisters. Noted for its wonderful healing power and prompt effective relief. Bottles priced at 25e 50e and 1.00 sold by 8. P. Smith.
Readers are offered a $100 reward for any case Hall's Catarrh Cure cannot cure. The ad claims the medicine cures catarrh through blood action and constitutional strengthening, with testimonials available. Sold by druggists for 75 cents, address F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio.
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