Local Births and Marriages Noted in Comanche County
Births recorded to Santos Hidrogo of Carleton and to Edward Towe of Comanche and Roberts family of Comanche with weights and birth dates at Blackwood Hospital. Marriages recorded Hollis Perkins and Patricia McDonald. Deeds and motor vehicles registered across Comanche and nearby towns. Community updates include home demonstration activities and a county council picnic at Lake Eanes Park. Notable visitors Gary and Gatha Cagle.
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Santos Hidrogo
Rt. 1
Carleton
Blackwood Hospital
Linda Sata
Allen Edward Towe
E. Central
Comanche
John Edward
Ima Lee Taylor
John R. Roberts
W. Duncan
Belinda Sue
Peggy Jo Scott
J. C. Smith
Maltha McDonald
Proctor
E. K. Rogan
Lula Belle
A. J. Coan
Ross Second
City of de Leon
S. L. Hornsby
Velma Ruth
J. W. Stewart
Fairland
City of
W. C. House
Alice
Denna Graham
Jim Eanes Reese
Sarah
C. A. Greene
Martin Addition
Nce Cobb
Solon G. Clark
de Leon
John D. Hodges
Dublin
B. O. Koonce
Mack Clark
Chevrolet
A. M. Reynolds
Pontiac
S. H. Kibler
J. V. Calaway
R. A. Brown
N. Houston
Buick
Tom Haile
J. C. Fletcher
9Th Street
Essays and philosophy notes by Homer in Central Texas
Central Texas writer Homer Stephen of Stephenville releases a series of humorous and philosophical essays in the Comanche Chief. The pieces mix local life observations with ad notices and reflections on friendship, envy, and the value of writing across generations.
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Homer Stephen
Central Texas
Stephenville
Ohof
Homer
Stephen
Texas
Former Sheriff Credits Chief Headlines Since 1873
A letter from J. E. Miller, former Comanche County law enforcer now in California, renews a subscription to the Comanche Chief. He notes reading the paper since 1873 and learning his ABCs from its headlines, sending $2.75 for a year and requesting delivery to 11014 Ostego Street North Hollywood.
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J. E. Miller
Comanche County
California
The
Chief
Comanche
Texas
Comanche National Bank
Abc’s
Leona Miller
First Free Will Baptist Church Invitation
The First Free Will Baptist Church invites worshipers with Sunday School at 10, preaching at 11, and evening services at 8. A Wednesday prayer meeting is held, and the notice references a biblical verse from Isiah 66:23.
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First Free Will Baptist Church
Isiah
Seek God for peace in troubled times
In these days of confusion and fear we search for peace in our souls and among men on earth. We will find lasting calm only by seeking God and living daily in the light of His love.
Draft-Age Fathers Warned To Tell Draft Boards
Draft-age fathers and expectant fathers were warned they have one week to notify local draft boards about their children or face induction. Wakefield said notices must reach boards by midnight August 24, or men may be classified 3-A for dependents. Those who become fathers after August 25 lose deferment unless boards are properly notified, with physician certificate for expectant fathers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Paul L. L. Wakefield
Selective Service
Wakefield
Eisenhower
Wisdom From Reading the Word of God
The passage asserts that one can gain wisdom without college learning by reading the Word of God reverently and obediently. It claims this leads to a fuller life and greater self understanding, fostering humility and charity toward others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Comancheans Tour North Texas Oklahoma Conservation Tour
A 67 man and three boys party from Comanche and nearby towns traveled by two chartered buses to North Texas and Oklahoma on July 29 to study soil conservation and pasture management. Stops included Mineral Wells Vernon Altus Clinton Woodward Shamrock and Childress with visits to alfalfa fields blue panic grass and grass breeding programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Texas
Oklahoma
Hollis Burton
Ogden Fritts
Buster McDonald
Morris Dean
John Simpson
Stephenville
Dublin
Hamilton
Gatesville
de Leon
Madeley
Vernon
Wad Harvel
Altus
Clinton
Woodward
USDA
Great, South West Plains
Nebone
Childress
Old Mill Trén Ranch
Sudan
Brownwood College of Business Opens New Term Sept 8
M. J. Fackelman president announces Brownwood College of Business will open term on September 8 with day and night classes in accounting shorthand business typing and secretarial science. Comanche students expected to enroll and Korean veterans approved for classes. Further details in the advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownwood College of Business
M. J. Fackelman
Comanche
Brownwood College
Former Minister Hayes Visits Rosenthall Circle
Rev. J M Hayes former pastor on the Comanche Circuit and his wife Willie of Rosenthall visit friends this weekend. Hayes leads the Rosenthall Moor esville Methodist Churches and Mrs Hayes is a Rosenthall Public Schools second grade teacher. Rosenthall ISD seeks an eighth grade teacher a position Mrs Hayes says will be filled by others and she does not hire. Hayes mails from Lorena Texas. N E Graham and son Gayle visit Herman Evans in Comanche Sunday.
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J. M. Hayes
Comanche
Willie
Rosenthall
Rev. Hayes
Mooresville
Hayes
Lorena
Texas
Tiny Burton Hints At Another Trip Soon
At a Friday briefing the traveler nicknamed "Tiny" Burton said he enjoyed the journey and would be ready to depart again next Monday when asked about a repeat trip.
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Tiny” Burton
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Courthouse News
Gary and
Gatha Cagle
Big Spring
Mrs
Harve Carter
ABC
Ostego Street
North Hollywood
Calif
Sne Bible
Ition
Harvel
N. E. Graham
Gayle
Herman Evans
H Farmall
Allis-Chalmers WD
MT John Deere
BF Avery
BF Avery Tractor
John Deere
Ford
Allis-Chalmers
IHC
Quality Implement Co
Brewer's
JRB Super Market
Armour
White Swan
Golden Brand
Sunshine Krispie
Diamond Brand
Spinach
Ibs
Bulk Weiners
Everlite
S&h Green
Mrs. Hayes
Julia Mae) Burks
Thompson
W. Central
South Side Square
Comanche, Texas
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