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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1919
Page
4
A fragmented note argues for patronizing home industry while mocking higher prices for inferior service. The speaker questions the rationale behind supporting local providers and laments perceived double standards in consumer expectations.
Advertisement touts Prickly Ash Bitters as a remedy for working men that purifies the stomach liver and bowels and boosts appetite vigor and cheer. Priced at $1.25 per bottle and available at all druggists.
A fragment notes that a piece of flannel dampened with Chamberlain's ointment applied to a painful area is more effective than a plaster and causes less odor. It presents old remedy advice in a concise line.
An ad for LAX-F S WITH PEPSIN promotes a syruphonic laxative claimed to cure habitual constipation in 14 to 21 days. It says relief is prompt and regular use induces lasting action, with the product described as very pleasant to take and priced at 6c per bottle.
Hugh Campbell of Brownwood visited Comanche last Saturday to arrange a Delco Lighting System branch office. He plans a vigorous campaign to install Delco in farm homes, expanding the rural utility to match city conveniences in the county.
A massive instrument filed in the county clerk office shows Empire Gas & Fuel Company securing a 150 million dollar six percent bond issue for Lasitade Trust Company as trustee. The 138 page document required filing stamps and fees of 50.30 dollars. A new exclusive millinery shop by Miss Stella Hicks opens soon in the Neely building on the square.
The Rogers News reports the Methodist meeting began last Sunday with morning and evening sermons by Rev. J. F. Adams. Monday night was canceled due to afternoon rain. Rev. J. T. Ferguson and Rev. Chisholm of Comanche arrived Monday. Ferguson preaches, Chisholm leads singing. Ferguson shown as a strong pulpit orator capable of rallying people for a revival. A children’s service is planned for next Sunday morning. Visitors and locals are urged to unite in this campaign for Christ and souls. Miss Kate Turner returns from Eastern markets with millinery goods to open this week in Slider & Lacy Store. Todd-Randals & Jennings advertise hay baling wire ties and other items.
The Comanche Marble Works invites interested individuals to visit the shop to inspect workmanship and material and obtain prices. D. A. Rice, proprietor, urges inquiries for monumental projects.
See us for team harn ess leather goods and related items. This notice highlights availability and prompt service for belts wallets and accessories at our store.
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