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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1913
Page
6
The label touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a strong quinine and iron tonic. It claims effectiveness against malaria chills fever and general debility and aids nursing mothers pale children and appetite. The tonic is described as tasteless strong and guaranteed by the local druggist for 50 cents.
The W. W. Lodge elected officers for the coming year at Monday night’s gathering. W. H. Carpenter served as C C, W. Cauley as Advt Lt, Kid Macon as Banker, 8S. C. Findley as Clerk, T. lL. Norwood as Escort, J. C. Greer as Watchman, S. S. Payne as Sentry, with Andy Palmer, Ben Loftis and Geo. C. Wetzel named as managers.
Comanche druggist WM Reese Company reports a large shipment of Grigsby's LIV-VER-LAX liver medicine. The ad claims it cures constipation and liver disorders, offers a personal guarantee and money back, and promotes vegetable, safe, kid friendly formula. The piece also stresses advertising as vital to store service.
An article from Farm and Ranch urges Southwest farms to grow and sell more crops and livestock to supply household cash needs. It warns against overreliance on credit, stresses diversified production across seasons, and promotes cash purchases with a rule to sell more than you buy each week to maintain bank cash reserves.
A New York physician notes that women’s thin stockings and shoes would bankrupt doctors. Treat a cold immediately to prevent pneumonia. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is promoted as effective for coughs and colds, pleasant and safe, and widely used by druggists.
The more heavily promoted store remains the primary competitor regardless of other bigger or older rivals in the line. The note suggests focusing on prominent advertising to win market share despite presence of larger or longer-established rivals.
Plainview businessman C. V. Bryson reports the country in good condition with irrigated land in the shallow water belt selling from 125 to 225 dollars per acre. Proctor resident Ben H. Lee notes families relocating from Proctor to northern New Mexico and contributes a dollar to the newspaper.
Wet weather keeps farmers from reaching fields to mow oat and wheat crops around Comanche. The winter freeze threat could ruin the heavy matted crops, risking thousands in losses, though herds currently have abundant feed.
Miss Margaret Campbell of Fort Smith Arkansas says her father bought Chamberlains Tablets after seeing an advertisement and has not been sick since. She also notes her sister benefited from them. For sale by all druggists.
Malcolm Moody returned Sunday from Austin where he visited his brother Sanford. He witnessed the Notre Dame University football game and called it a real treat. Attorney Herbert Goodson and Prof. R F Holloway left Monday night for Austin on High School business.
An 1860s style note touts Heartborn as a digestion remedy. It claims immediate pain relief and rapid bowel action, leaving users feeling vigorous and cheerful. Sold by Paris Smith for 50 cents.
The Comanche Pub Co announces the hire of Bob Moore, formerly of the Dragon Printery, as a skilled mechanic who will join after December 1. Moore has purchased stock and asks for the patronage of his old friends and customers.
Bob Moore announces he will join The Chief Exponent mechanical department starting December 1 and invites continued patronage from former customers, promising first class work, prompt service, and reasonable prices. He thanks readers for any support.
The Chief Exponent advertises embossed lithographed or engraved stationery at a saving. Includes order invitation and telephone contact as the seller promotes writing supplies.
An old reliable surgical dressing advertised to prevent blood poisoning. Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil relieves pain and heals at once. Available in 25c 50c and $1.00 sizes.
Classified listings offer a convenient way to locate desirable apartments or houses without walking all over town. They consolidate property options, saving time for buyers and renters.
Monday dubbed First Monday or Trade Day drew a good crowd to Comanche though trading lagged due to inclement weather.
Sickly children need White's Cream Vermifuge. It destroys worms and acts as a stomach and bowels tonic. Price 25 cents per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
Ad for a hornless phonograph priced at 30.00 featuring twenty music selections. See S. J. Miles at North Side Square for purchase.
In every business day a store presents news for patrons through its ads. The practice keeps customers informed about deals and events while showcasing product highlights and local happenings. This approach blends shopping with timely information.
An advertisement questions whether calomel equals mercury and warns its harmful effects will ruin the system, contrasting with Griglex's Liv-Ver Lax described as purely vegetable and safe to use. The notice is attributed to The Wm. Reese Co.
Advertising copy notes wheezing signals phlegm obstruction and promotes Ballard’s Hore Hound Syrup to loosen phlegm for coughing up. Prices 25c 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by Pa
Mineral Wells Crystal products advertised at Carroll's Drug Store. Local shoppers are invited to visit the store for these crystal items and other pharmaceutical offerings.
Local sale advertises discounted jewelry watches and cut glass at Hamiltons Cost Sale located in North Side Square. The notice highlights reduced prices and a limited time offer for shoppers seeking value on jewelry and decorative items.
A sales pitch advertises a one year subscription to the Dallas Semi-Weekly News Farm and Ranch Holland’s Magazine and The Chief Exponent for 2.50 in advance. It urges readers to subscribe now.
The Episcopal Guild bazaar set for Saturday December 6 at Burks Simmons Co. 2 p.m. has been postponed due to bad weather.
An advertisement for Griglex's LIV-VER-LAX from The Wm. Reese Company touts a cure for habitual constipation and liver troubles. The copy frames the product as a remedy and urges readers to inquire at the listing.
Old Standard tonic Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic described as a general strengthening remedy and appetite booster. Marketed to adults and children as a sure tonic to drive out malaria and build up the system. Price listed as 60 cents.
In this notice the Chief Exponent promotes its printing facilities and urges customers to value quality to secure repeat orders, signaling confidence in service and capabilities. The message emphasizes attention to work quality as key to customer return business.
An advertisement promotes Griglex's Liv-Ver Lax as a vegetable liver syrup safer and gentler than calomel. It claims it is harmless and pleasant for all, including children, and directs readers to ask The Wm. Reese Company for details.
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