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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1928
Page
12
J. R. Fanes argues that prohibition must be enforced and praises Oscar Callaway's integrity and fitness for Congress. He urges voters to unite pro and anti sides to fix fundamental government problems and sustain popular government in America.
The Comanche School District warns that foreclosure suits will follow if delinquent taxes are not paid. The School Board, led by President G. Ke. Smith, pledges to keep schools running and urges taxpayers to cooperate. T. House continues supervising school purchases and expenses. Citizens may seek information from House or board members about tax spending.
The James Cruze production features Wallace Beery and Esther Ralston and portrays the historic ship Constitution known for Revolutionary War and War of 1812 battles. Restoring work continues as schools join in exhibiting the film to spark pride in the nation’s past.
Mrs J P Moff entertained the Ladies Auxiliary of the Presbyterian church in honor of Mrs Minta Holmsleys 81st birthday. Captain J J Holmsley a pioneer settler of Comanche County is noted for his early home and social prominence. Rev N P Wilkinson praised the honoree as gifts were presented and peach ice cream and white cake were served.
An older style drug advertisement urges readers to try Cystex for bladder and back discomfort with a 48 hour test. It claims renewed energy and sleep, offering a money back guarantee if there is no improvement, and lists The Wm. Reece Co. Druggists as a seller.
Mr and Mrs Frank Williford of Comanche visit and attend the Baptist meeting this week. Madison Ray Holmes of Throckmorton visits friends here. Miss Golda Williford of Comanche spends the weekend with J H Williford family. Mr and Mrs Jesse Watson and sons of Gustine visit Frank Watson Sunday. Charlie Odell and family of Dublin attend the meeting. Mr and Mrs Wesley Cook of Comanche visit Sunday. Mr and Mrs Leo Green of Brownwood visit Mrs F M Green.
Notice to laymen announces the Laymen Association meeting at the Methodist tabernacle tonight at 7 o clock. Members seeking enrollment are urged to attend for officer elections. George C. Levisay and grandson J C of Blanket visit Miss Sarah Levisay this week.
Reliable dentists report successful use of Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy on severe gum cases. If you buy a bottle and use as directed druggists will refund money if it fails. Wm. Reese Co, Durham Pharmacy.
Mrs W H Satterfield entertained three tales of bridge Wednesday honoring Mrs John Reese of Reyes City. Ross Dunn won high score and received a linen handkerchief. Mrs Reese and Mrs Hicks got guest and consolation prizes. Refreshments were served to a gathering including John Reese and S J Hicks.
Aug 25 graduation lists include Miss Johns ie Cunningham of Comanche daughter of Mr and Mrs John Cunningham who taught in Breckenridge Public School The Daniel Baker College cohort includes Mr and Mrs John Sullivan Curtis Montgomery and Miss Flossier Tate Also contains an advertisement urging elimination of roaches with Fly-Tox insecticide from Mellon Institute research claiming health risks and home use guidance.
Paris Smith druggist offers Jack’s Lotion to treat chiggers sunburn windburn and related skin conditions. The product is advertised as guaranteed for all skin and scalp troubles and available from Paris Smith.
An old advertisement for Chickens Star Parasite Remover claiming to keep chickens worm free and healthier with increased egg production. It promotes Star Foup and Diarrhoea Tablets to prevent and relieve white diarrhoea and bowel troubles with a money back offer from Wr Teese Drug Company.
Frank Hoffman of Comanche Texas says Craterville Indian Fair participants will be brought to Comanche for the annual rodeo. Hoffman, manager of the Comanche Rodeo, recently visited Craterville Park and promised the most interesting and complete entertainment of this kind in the region.
Expense totals listed for multiple county officials including W. J. Rankins Commissioner and R. A. Luker County Judge, with figures ranging from 52.90 to 184.50 and several entries for Tax Assessor and County Judge, plus a run-off line showing 8110.90 in total.
The Wiley family met for an annual reunion drawing members from Oklahoma and Texas. More than 40 relatives gathered by Wednesday with many traveling from distant points. A noon dinner was a feature as relatives from Comanche Ryan Ardmore Tishomingo Sand Springs Woodville Clearmore attended.
An old advertisement touts Blue Star Remedy to relieve eczema dermatitis ringworm and related skin diseases. It claims rapid itch relief and restoration to healthy skin with Blue Star Soap as a cleanser and WM Reese Drug Co. as seller.
Holmes Morton of Morton Texas and Miss Estelle Craig of Hasse wed at Central Christian Parsonage Tuesday night at 8 with Rev. Ben St. Hearn officiating. After visiting relatives they plan to reside in Throckton with Holmes’s parents Mr. and Mrs. J A Holmes and Estelle’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles C Craig of Hasse.
Mrs. N. E. Gardner spends the week in Stephenville with her son James Gardner.
An advertisement claims Adlerika relieves gas and bloating by acting on upper and lower intestinal areas. It suggests a single spoonful can help digestion, ease discomfort, and improve eating and sleeping, citing Mrs Davis and Wm Reese Drug as sources.
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