Comanche to Host New Football Coach Arrival in September
Coach William L Barron set to arrive in Comanche September first for intensive training as the team prepares for a season schedule. An early scrimmage with Bradshaw at the Bradshaw Fair occurs Thursday September eighth followed by a slate of games against Breckenridge Rising Star Gorman Desdemona Stephenville Brownwood and De Leon in November with open dates October 21 and November 18. Thanksgiving game at Comanche vs De Leon rounds out the schedule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William L. Barron
Comanche
Bradshaw
Bradshaw Fair
Eigth
de Leon
Brownwood
Breckenridge High School
Rising Star
Gorman High
Gorman
Desdemona High
Desdemona
Stephenville High
Brownwood High
de Leon High
City Tax Values Show Decline
The city tax rolls show a total valuation of 2 147 445, down from 2 171 283 in 1926, a decrease of 23 788. Real estate leads at 1 388 550, with autos 57 438, merchandise 218 788, money and credit 325 903, miscellaneous 149 431. Cows rise to 4 610 while horses fall from 4 160 to 2 726. Automobiles and real estate also decline. merchandise remains steady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. M. Moore
Free coffee at Midget's Cafe September 1
A small town notice announces free coffee at Midget's Cafe on September 1. The event highlights a goodwill gesture by the eatery and invites local residents to visit for the complimentary beverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midget’ Cafe
Rural county first electrical refrigeration system installed
What is believed to be the first electrical refrigeration system in a rural Coman che County home is a Frigidaire cooling system and Delco light plant sold this week by Bob Cox to R. W. Fielder. The innovation adds modern conveniences once limited to city dwellers, with Higginbotham Lumber Yard offering window glass sizes.
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Comanche County
Delco
Bob Cox
R. W. Fielder
Alabama Picnic Draws 400 at McCharen's Lake
The annual Alabama picnic was held at McCharen's Lake twelve miles north of Comanche on the De Leon highway on Friday August 12 from two to eight p.m. About four hundred attended, with one hundred ten cars on the grounds. Former Alabama residents and their families enjoyed talks, music, an old time Alabama sing song, stunts and games. Watermelon and a basket supper were served at six o'clock.
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Alabama
McCharen
Comanche
de Leon Highway
New Felt and Satin Fall Hats Arrive at The Krest Store
The Krest Store announces new arrivals of felt and satin fall hats showcasing the season’s latest millinery. Shoppers are invited to view the updated collection and choose stylish options for autumn ensembles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Krest
Gustine Lodges Host Joint Picnic On Local Farm
Gustine Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star members and families plus a few guests enjoyed a picnic at Jeff Bolton's farm on Tuesday. Speakers included Mra. I. T. Clemmons district grand deputy for we ee Sr Rev. O. A. Morton Rev. Sterling Isham and Forrest SUNUIGH FLOUR and other vendors advertised nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustine Masonic Lodge
Eastern Star
Jeff Bolton
Mra. I. T
Clemmons
We Ee Sr
O. A. Morton
Sterling Isham
Forrest
Farm and Poultry Trade Notes and Offers
Several local notices include 5 per cent farm and ranch loans through The Federal Land Bank of Houston to J. D. Treasurer. Poultry raisers are urged to try ZIP Parasite remover in drinking water to eliminate insects, with guaranteed money-back option from Hamilton Drug Co. Also listed: sale of a Monitor gas engine and fruit pecan farm opportunities with potential trade considerations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal
Ae Pann
Housto J. D
A N. F. Ros
Z.I. P
Hamilton Drug Co
Norrid and Prater Produce Co
Bargain Sale At J E Morris Furniture Co
Notice lists J E Morris Furniture Co as dealers in second hand furniture stoves harness plows and sells renovated mattresses. Wetting specials include gas ranges and heaters all stock offered at bargain as the owner seeks to liquidate inventory and reinvest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.E. Morris Furniture Co
J. E. Morris Furniture Co
Pianos for sale and window glass at local yards
In this vicinity a leading manufacturer offers pianos for game cheap or storage options with responsible parties. Address 1538 W Chicago Ave Chicago IL. Also 52-12pd window glass in all sizes at Higginbotham's Lumber Yard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Ave
Chicago, Il
Higginbotham
Higginbothams
Temporary Guardian Appointed for Comanche County Minors
The Comanche County Court appoints Lula Edwards as temporary guardian of the person and estate of minors Guernsey Alec Geneva Sterling L. and Norman Hornsby on July 12, 1927. The appointment becomes permanent unless contested at the next term starting October 3, 1927, in Comanche Court House. Court order served August 6, 1927 by Clerk Clyde Coan and Deputy Bob Haynes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Bertoy
Gurnsey
Alec
Geneva
Sterling L
Norman Hornsby
Lula Edwards
Comanche County
Comanche
Sard Court
Comanche Texas
Clyde Coan
Coventy Court
Bob Haynes
Deaths Marriages and Births in Court House News
Notices list deaths of Mrs. Vina Masters and J. C. Huse with burial sites Shiloh and Oakwood cemeteries. Marriages include J L Millican with Ethel Hardwick and other pairs. Births announce multiple new babies to families in Comanche and nearby towns. Also a local cafe advertises hot hamburgers on the East side of the square.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vina Masters
Shiloh Cemetery
J. C. Huse
Oakwood Cemetery
J. L. Millican
Ethel May Hardwick
J. J. Shore
Cleo Grace Sackett
R. C. Armor
Julia Mathews
East Side
Four Generations Attend Helmsley Family Gathering
Four generations gathered for a family event honoring Laura Jane Helmsley last Friday. Laura Jane was joined by her two grandmothers Mrs. G. W. Helmsley and Mrs. J. M. Boytin and her two great grandmothers Mrs. C. E. Hart of Vernon and Mrs. Laura Hoover of Ozona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Helmsley
Laura Jane Helmsley
C. E. Hart
Vernon
Laura Hoover
Ozona
G.W. Hemsley
J. M. Boytin
Fellowship
Russell Family Hosts Dinner For Grandson Before University Move
Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Russell entertained with a six o'clock dinner Saturday afternoon in honor of their grandson Addison Lene Russell of Rockport visiting prior to his move with his parents to Austin. He and his brother and sister will enter the University. A number of friends and relatives attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Russell
Addison
Lene Russell
Rockport
L. B. Russell, Jr
Austin
Lamkin Gins First Bale of 1927 Cotton Near Lamkin
Tom Carson earned the first bale ginned at Lamkin on August 16. The 507 pound bale from J. S. Kerley’s farm sold to Neél Bros. for 19 cents per pound, totaling 96.33 dollars with a premium noted. Ginning by Lamkin Gin Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Carson
Lamkin
J. S. Kerley
Neél Bros
Lamkin Gin Company
New Model Dodge Shown By Howard Motor Co
Harmon Howard of the Howard Motor Company returned from Comanche on Thursday with a latest model four sedan. He placed the car on exhibit today noting it should reach 60 mph and average 25 mpg. The new Dodge is lighter, lower, with 40 hp engine, improved carburetion and steering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harmon Howard
Howard Motor Company
Comanche
Waco
Howard
Trade Offer for Closed Car Advised by Chief Office
A Ford touring car and cash are offered in trade for a good closed car. Details noted at the Chief Office for potential responders.
Comyn School Opens September 12 Under Goosby
Comyn Public Schools begin Monday September 12 led by Superintendent G R Goosby now in his fifth year. The district, one of the state’s wealthiest rural systems, has built a first class affiliated school with a full faculty including H B Boswell and W R Heizer among others and enrollment of two hundred twenty five students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. R. Goosby
Comyn
Iva Jones
Jewell Grisham
Mollie Grisham
Pearl Sloan
Ollie Sloan
Man Introduces New Feed Chopper at Comanche Milling
J P Hoff owner of Comanche Milling installs a new feed chopping machine designed to cut grain for chicken feed. The device breaks grains into exact sizes so birds can use all feed value, contrasting with older grinders that wasted meal. Hoff emphasizes maximizing available feed over purchasing external feeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Hoff
Comanche Milling Company
Hoff
Roberson Sisters Unveil New Fall Dresses in Black and Blue
The Roberson Sisters announce new fall dress arrivals in black and blue at low prices. Shoppers are invited to browse the latest styles and affordable options for the season.
Beattie Pioneer Buried Thursday
Uncle Dick Ravenshine died suddenly at his Beattie home and was buried Thursday at Stagg Creek cemetery in a Baptist service. He had lived in the county over forty years and is survived by his widow two sisters and six children in Beattie Knox City Merkel Abilene Munday and Merkel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ravenshine
Beattie
Stagg Creek
Baptist Church
Sarah Ford
Hico
Laura Vanmeter
Decatur
L. R. Auvenshine
Minnie Smith
Knox City
I. N. Brown
Merkel
R. B. Séebuhkland
Abilene
J. W. Landyet
Munday
Billy Auvenghine
Roberson Ad Lists Fall Dresses in Black and Blue
Fall dresses highlighted in black and blue offered at low prices by Roberson &. The compact ad emphasizes affordable fashion for the season with a simple, direct call to shoppers.
County Institute Shortened to Two Days This Year
Comanche county teachers will hold a two day County Institute this year instead of five days. The meeting will be hosted by the superintendent and is set for October.
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Comanche County
Burkeen Child Hettie Belle Dies in Gustine
Hettie Bell Burkeen aged seventeen months died Friday August 12 at 10:10 p.m. after a four week illness. Burial followed Saturday at 2:30 p.m. in Hazel Dell Cemetery. Rev. Irvin of Second Baptist Church Gustine officiated funeral services.
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Hettie Bell
L. B. Burkeen
Hazel Dell
Irvin
Second Baptist Church
Gustine
Card of Thanks From Camp Fire Girls
We express gratitude to all who helped our camp succeed. Special thanks to the mothers for the good eats and favors and to Miss Glennie Hoff Noel P Wilkinson Boy Scouts Jim Slack Wade Everidge Dr and Mrs Cochran Mr and Mrs Cyril Greene Mr and Mrs J B Althorn Mrs J B Chilton Mrs Geo Tate Miss Leve Robinson Carl Roberts and Hamilton Drug for support. CAMP FIRE GIRLS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glennie Hoff
Noel P. Wilkinson
Jim Slack
Wade Everidge
Cochran
Cyril Greene
J. B. Althorn
J. B. Chilton
Geo. Tate
Leve Robinson
Carl Roberts
Hamilton
Fly-Tox insecticide promotes cleanliness and safety
Advertises Fly-Tox as a stainless safe insecticide developed at Mellon Institute of Industrial Research by Rex Fellowship. Claims it kills all household insects and prevents disease transmission. Blue labeled bottles include simple usage instructions and fragrance symbolizing cleanliness.
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Mellon Institute of Industrial Research
Rex Fellowship
Watch Hogs Black and Blue Low Priced Roberson Sisters
A brief item notes low priced watch hogs associated with Roberson and sisters. Limited readable details suggest a sale or auction context with potential family or business ties to Roberson. No dates or locations are provided in the fragment.
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Roberson
Balgh Smoot Visits Parents with Baby
Mr Balgh Smoot and infant visit her parents Mr and Mrs Elbeet Stewsct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Balgh Smoot
Baby
Mr. and
Mrs. Elbeet
New fall clean and daily at Nevita Economy Store
Nevita Economy Store advertises a new fall sale with daily savings and markdowns. The notice highlights fresh merchandise, seasonal reductions, and limited-time offers to attract local shoppers.
Reberson Sisters Sell Low Priced Dresses at Brick and Bive
Meye Newfall offers Brick and Bive dresses at low prices as Reberson Sisters promote affordable fashions. Local shoppers envision budget friendly outfits from the duo in a small storefront setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meye Newfall
Brick ‘Nand Bive
Reberson Sisters
Revival Begins at Edna Hill Led by Rev M Boiles
Rev M Boiles Methodist pastor opened a revival meeting at Edna Hill with continued services planned for eight more nights. The Bryson family visited the old home, bringing joy with six children and seventeen grandchildren gathering for a noon meal. Attendees included Mrs Alma its hone husband and six children, Mrs Bessie Adcock and three children, Will Bryson and family, Elmer Bryson and family, Mrs Callie Tackett and husband, and Miss Lella Bryson, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Boiles
Boiles
D. B. Bryson
Clarendon
Breckenridge
Alma Its
Throckmorton
Bessie Adcock
Gustine
Will Bryson
Hazel
Hugh Williams Returns Home From Dallas Sanitarium
Hugh Williams, who has been undergoing treatment at a Dallas sanitarium, returned home Wednesday much improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Williams
Dallas
New Fall Goods Arrive Daily at Novits Economy Store
New fall merchandise rolls in daily at Novits Economy Store. Customers can browse updated selections of affordable clothing and home items, with frequent restocks and casual shopping in a small local storefront.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Novits
Ison Sisters Unveil Black and Blue Fall Dresses
The Ison Sisters present new fall dresses in black and blue at low prices, offering affordable fashion options for the season.
Young Ladies Missionary Society slated events Friday night
Sidney residents note that on Friday night August 26 the Young Ladies Missionary Society will entertain with a program to be printed in next week’s paper. The notice mentions Mrs Alma Rasberry visiting from West Texas and relatives from Walter Weird and Wil visiting, with last week’s trip and returning plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Ladies Missionary Society
Alma Rasberry
West Texas
Walter Weird
Wil
Bill ‘Pasker
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J. R.eanes and Co
Higginbotham Lumber Yard
A. Coffes
Bavwua
J. J. Helmsley
W. M. Durham
Texas
Dave Dingus
George Walker
E. H. Jones
D. Dingwall
Burton Barber College, Inc
Commerce S&j
Main St
Fort Worth
Louisiana Ave
Shreveport
Studebaker
J. D. Smoot
O. A. Neely
C. J. Bartley
Ale
L. E. Bays
Comameche
Eugene Neely
J. R.atnsen
Southwest
J WY Ator
Robert Lee
Bess Sloan
Murt J. Sullivan
J. W. Boswell
Jack Conway
Rawleigh
W.T. Rawleigh Co
Dept
J. E. Chilton
J. R. Eanes
Burks and Son
Court House News
E. M. Bingham
Sipe Springs
Laura Lorene
W. A. Wilson
T. G. King
Herbert Cox
Dublin
Herbert Jr
J. T. Sewell
Proctor
Mary Helen
Mary Helen. To Mr. and Mrs. Loy Nix
Glendine
Thomas A. Barnes
Billye Jo
W. R. Atwood
C. C. LaGrone
Dingler
Steve Beshear
Sipe
Springs
Aan SD
Grandi Bros
Bob _and
Carl
Pennant Fillin
Calkins Sisters
Roberson Sisters
Hettie Belle Burkeen
Nevita
Edna Hill
Ison
Sidney
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