1914 Rendition Total Topped by County Tax Rolls
County Tax Assessor Morgan E. Hall lists the 1914 total rendition as 11 933 759 dollars. The notice also outlines a teachers examination schedule and location in the High School Building, with subject lists for each day and reminders to applicants to arrive by 8 am. It covers subscription renewals for The Chief Exponent and cautions on continued issues after expiration.
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Morgan E. Hall
A.m
W. D. Jenkins
Citrolax touted as refreshing laxative drink
Syracuse man F. Crysler endorses Citrolax as a thoroughly flushing pleasant laxative after fifteen years of usage. The William Reese Company promotes Citrolax as a superior remedy in hot weather.
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F. C. Crysler
Syracuse
N. Y
The
Wm. Reese Co
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Boosts Vitality in Heat
An advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a blood enriching tonic that builds up the whole system and strengthens the body to withstand summer heat. The product is priced at 50 cents.
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GROVE
Hats Off to Jim Ferguson in Texas Governor Race
The Honey Grove Signal quotes Buttermilk Lowry praising Jim Ferguson as the unlikely outsider who defeated Ball and other favorites in the Texas gubernatorial race. It notes Ferguson’s financial and farming background, McKay’s campaign role, and broad editorial support for Ball from papers and officials, while Ferguson won by about 49,000 votes.
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Texas
James E. Ferguson
Jim Ferguson
Water Power Lane
Will H. Mays
Chester Terrell
Jnc
Colonel Ball
Ferguson
Whaley
Ball
Houston
Temple
John McKay
McKay
John
Houston Man
Cone Johnson
Burleson
Wilson
Bryan
Lowry
Honey Grove
Piano Lessons Continue Through Winter at Studio Near School
Jennie Blue Tunnell invites patrons to join a piano class continuing through winter at a studio near the school building.
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Jennie Blue Tunnell
Local History Corrects Pioneer Exponent Founder Claim
Mr J A Whisenant corrects the record on The Pioneer Exponent founder noting Brock and Daniels started the paper in 1887 after moving from Dublin to Comanche. A later event brought Tom Gaines to manage the paper as a stock company took over. The piece also covers a prominent wedding, Albert Rae and Paula Schrank, with details of the ceremony, reception, and honeymoon plans.
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J. A. Whisenant
Tom Gaines
Pioneer Exponent
Whisenant
Brock & Daniels
Dublin
Dublin Rustler
Comanche
Cross Roads School House
Albert Rae
C. J. Rae
Indian Gap
Paula Schrank
A. C. Schrank
Aleman
E. K. Moerke
Rae
Waco
Houston
Galveston
Texas
Big Rae Ranch
Pottsville
Oscar J. Rae
Clifton
J. E. Swenson
J. P. Hoff
Hamilton Record
Comanche Endorsement Promises Kidney Relief
A Comanche Texas citizen testifies to relief from kidney pains after using Doan's Kidney Pills. P Helmecke, a local candy store proprietor, reports back pain and dizziness improved after a few doses. The ad promotes Doan's Kidney Pills at 50 cents through Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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P. Helmecke
Comanche Texas
Dean
Doan
How To Give Quinine To Children
PEBRILINE is a trademarked tasteless quinine syrup claimed to be pleasant, gentle on the stomach, and suitable for children and adults who cannot take ordinary quinine. The ad touts no nausea, nervousness, or head ringing and sells for 25 cents with the name FEBRILINE blown on the bottle.
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Lounce
Malaria Symptom Indicates Cure Available
A patient yawning during the day, feeling dull and achy, may have malaria. Herbine is advertised as a chill medicine that prevents or cures malaria by purging impurities, strengthening the liver, and aiding the bowels. Price 50c. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Comanche County Welcomes New Farm Demonstrator
Comanche County appoints D. F. Eaton, formerly of Brownwood, as special demonstration agent. Eaton, who taught in local schools last year, is tasked with guiding farmers toward scientific, methodical practices at a good salary, bringing enterprise and enthusiasm to the role.
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Comanche County
D. F. Eaton
Brownwood
Eaton
Commissioners’ Court
Farmer Doubts Comanche County Cotton Boom
Mr. Greenbury Saunders of Duncan Creek asserts in town that Comanche County will not see a bumper cotton crop this year. He says his 130 acre field shows green stalks but no fruit due to boll worms and boll weevils, and he doubts yields of a bale and a half per acre. He warns the crop fate depends on frost and late fall conditions.
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Greenbury Saunders
Duncan Creek
Comanche County
French remedy for stomach troubles gains local sale
Leading French doctors have long used a vegetable oil prescription to treat chronic stomach and bowel troubles. One dose often convinces, with severe cases improving in 24 hours. Many report surprising results and the remedy is sold locally by The Wm. Reese Co.
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France
Mayr
Wm. Reese Co
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Comanche County Abstract Co
G. W. McClellan
J. R. Eanes
C. A. Hitt
Jno
D. Waring
See
Treas
Sipe Springs Independent
Sidney Independent
Gustine Independent
Downing Independent
Theney Independent
Fiasse Independent
Leon Independent
Edna Hill
Nanan
Charles
Gertrude
Harrison
Brownwood News
Mr. Saunders
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