Oddities of Legislation Spark Rants on Unenforceable Laws
The piece surveys bizarre laws from Wisconsin, Georgia, and Texas. It notes Wisconsin requires a $5 license to give away cigarettes and Georgia bans legislators drinking in halls, while a hard look at soft drink licensing laws and tax plans in Texas and a Chicago push for milkmen rubber-heeled shoes are mentioned.
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Georgia
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Texas
Wichita Falls
Chicago
Notice Telephone Directory Changes
We will print our Telephone Directory soon anyone desiring change of numbers or new telephones let us know at once Comanche Telephone Exchange.
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Comanche
Invigorating Tonic Promises Strength and Vitality
A patent remedy named WE'S TASTELESS chill TONIC promotes vigor for adults and children. Described as a true tonic to strengthen the blood and build up the system, it positions itself as invigorating and healthful.
Barbecue Stew and Chile Feed on Adams Building North Side
Sack Howell promotes a meals service in the Adams building north side offering barbecue stew and chili to feed the hungry. The message emphasizes ownership and personal service by the proprietor.
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Adams
Howell
Why Should Women Vote? Texas Farmers Oppose Suffrage
A Texas Farmers’ Union statement opposes woman suffrage as the legislature considers the issue. President W D Lewis argues women belong in homes, not ballots, suggesting suffrage would not ease domestic labor or improve family life. He notes the society’s stance against women voting across fields, factories, and military service.
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Texas Farmers’ Union
Texas
W. D. Lewis
Blanket Precinct Defeats Road Bond Issue
The Blanket road precinct voters rejected a $30,000 road bond by about two to one. Only 204 votes were cast though the precinct’s voting strength is nearly twice that. Commissioner Bert Hise blamed opposition to road spending on rising automobile traffic and concerns about race tracks for cars. News from the Brownwood Bulletin.
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Bert Hise
Brownwood Bulletin
Quarterly Report of Comanche County Treasurer 1915
Quarter ending August 1 1915 shows Hulsey receipts and expenditures across funds with balances summarized. Officials McMillan Dobbs Patton Wyatt Lightfoot testify to accuracy after examining entries and pass book.
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George Hulsey
Comanche County
Texas
Nelialeas
J. H. McMillan
Said
W. T. Dobbs
W. J. Patton
John W. Wyatt
Precinet
Edd Lightfoot
Geo. Hulsey
Jno. W. Wyatt
Mary L. Smith
Comanche Co
B. C. Stailey
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