Brownwood Pastor Preaches War Prophecies in Comanche
Rev. Geo. W. Sheafor of Brownwood and formerly of First Baptist Brownwood preached two sermons in Comanche on war and prophecies. He is described as an able preacher and well informed on scriptures and modern affairs. Splendid crowds attended and appreciated the sermons. He is expected to return to preach in Brownwood soon.
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Geo. W. Sheafor
Brownwood
First Baptist Church
Baptist
Comanche
Sheafor
How to Prevent Croup in Children
The first sign of croup is hoarseness. Give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as hoarseness appears. this may ward off the attack and avoid danger and anxiety.
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Chamberlain
Judge J. M. Rieger Named Temporary Postmaster
Judge J. M. Rieger has been appointed temporary postmaster and took charge of the post office on December 1. He is a well known figure who has served the county as representative in the legislature and later as County Judge.
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J. M. Rieger
Judge Rieger
White's Cream Vermifuge Promises Worm Destruction and Tonic
A medicine advertisement states White's Cream Vermifuge kills worms if present and acts as a strengthening tonic for stomach and bowels. Price two cents per bottle. Sold by S. P. Smith.
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P. Smith
Window Glass At The Wi Reese Drug Store
Window glass at The Wi Reese Drug Store appears damaged with shards visible inside and outside the storefront. A passerby reported the breakage to authorities and notes search for potential suspects and impact on store operations.
First Questionnaires To Be Sent Out Soon
The first questionnaires go to registered men on December 15 and 100 names will be sent out daily after that date, excluding Sundays and holidays.
Comanche I O F Elects Officers At Regular Meeting
Comanche Lodge I O F held its regular meeting electing J C Greer as N G George Hulsey as W G W B Payne as Recording Secretary A J Lloyd as Financial Secretary R Graham as Treasurer J H Lewis as Trustee H D Lane of Hasse as Lodge Representative and H Rambo as Alternate The district plans to elect one Grand Representative with expenses funded by lodges and a soldiers aid fund. Gustine Lodge funds its own representative.
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J. C. Greer
N. G
Gustine Lodge
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Promises Phlegm Relief
Wheezing lungs signal phlegm blockage. Ballard's Horehound Syrup loosens phlegm to be coughed up. Available at 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar per bottle. Sold by H. P. store.
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Ballard
P. Smith
Oil Leasing Expands Across County
Widespread oil leasing is underway with several large companies leasing land throughout the county. Drilling is planned to begin at additional sites soon.
Cemetery Work at Board Church Saturday
A cemetery work day is announced at Board Church on the Saturday before the third Sunday of December. Those interested are urged to attend and bring dinner.
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Board Church
Spartan Woman Suffered Untold Tortures
An advertisement promotes Femenina a remedy for female disorders priced at 50 cents and one dollar. The copy questions who wants to be a Spartan and markets the product as relief.
Fresh Ribbon Cane Syrup Arrives Soon at Burks Mercantile
Burks Mercantile Co advertises fresh ribbon cane syrup in barrels due soon. Bring your jug or bucket to buy and save money. Window glass of all sizes available at The Wm. Reese Drug Store.
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Burks Mercantile Co
Wm. Reese Drug Store
Reese & McCarty
Wm. Reese Drug Co
W. O. W. Elects Officers for Comanche Camp No. 60
Comanche Camp No. 60 W. O. W. elected officers at its December 3 meeting. Jim T. Jones served as commander, C. J. C. Greer as adviser lieutenant, R. A. McCulley banker, Walter Garner escort, D. J. Barker watchman, R. P. Hamilton sentry, S. C. Findley clerk, Loyd Barrett auditor. Physicians named were A. J. Gray J. F. McCarty L. T. Clemons F. A. Jack and A. M. Neal.
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Jim T. Jones
J. C. Greer
R. A. McCulley
Walter Garner
D. J. Barker
R. P. Hamilton
S. C. Findley
Loyd Barrett
Drs
A. J. Gray
J. F. McCarty
L. T. Clemons
F. A. Jack
A. M. Neal
Mercers Gap W. O. W. elects officers for Lodge
At the regular Mer cer Gap W. O. W. Lodge meeting on December 1 the following officers were elected Doc Edwards C J R Rushing Adviser Lieutenant R B Waldrop Banker Geo McKinzie Clerk Tom Shoemaker Escort Tom McKinzie Watchman J A Osborne Sentry J H McKinzie Auditor
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Mercers Gap
W. O. W. Lodge
Doc Edwards
C. J. R. Rushing
R. B. Waldrop
Geo McKinzie
Tom Shoemaker
Tom McKinzie
J. A. Osborne
J. H. McKinzie
Gustine Masons Elect Officers for 1918 Year
Gustine Camp No 1432 elected officers for 1918 at the December 1 1917 regular meeting. List includes T B Seago Consul Commander J L Keith Adviser Lieutenant L L Lamb Banker James A Greer Clerk P G Guggotz Escort J R Tatum Watchman M P Mayes Sentry J F Banner Auditor W M Alsup Auditor W J Patton Auditor W D Collins Physician J P Brown Physician. Comanche Lodge No 154 K P elected officers: J BE Chilton C J Hill V C I O Tunnell Pref W L Reeves M W SP Smith K R 8 SP I C Gage M F E Anthony M Ex Wade Evridge M A M V Skinner I G P K Mackey O G O R Houghton Trustee
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Gustine W. C. W
Gustine Camp No
T. B. Seago
J. L. Keith
L. L. Lamb
James A. Greer
P. G. Guggotz
J. R. Tatum
M. P. Mayes
J. F. Banner
W. M. Alsup
W. J. Patton
W. D. Collins
J. P. Brown
Comanche Lodge No
J. BE. Chilton
J. H. Hill
V. C
M. V. Skinner
Comanche Rebecca Lodge Elects Officers
The Comanche Rebecca Lodge elected officers at their meeting on Thursday December 6. Names include Mrs. J. H. Lewis as N G, Mrs. Geo Hulsey as W G, Miss Lizzie Ford as Rec Secy, Geo Hulsey as Financial Sec, Mrs. C S Thaxton as Treas, Mrs. Lee Campbell as Rep, and Mrs. Joe Chilton as Alternate. Extras include plow points for John Deere Implements at Todd Rand all & Company.
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Comanche Rebecca Lodge
J. H. Lewis
N. G
Geo. Hulsey
Lizzie Ford
C. S. Thaxton
Treas
Lee Campbell
Joe Chilton
John Deere
Todd Randall & Company
Meeting of charity board officers on winter relief plans
A meeting of all officers and committees including the auditing Committee of the Local Charity Board is called for 3 p m Saturday December 8 at the offices of the Young Men's Business League to plan winter relief work. All interested invited Respt Mrs 8 P Smith Chm.
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Young Men’s Business League
P. Smith
John Deere Plows at Todd Randals Co
Local dealer Todd Randals Co showcases John Deere plows for spring farming needs. Inventory highlights durable steel blades and versatile models suited to midwest fields. Farmers survey the lineup amid season preparations and price considerations.
Red Cross Christmas Membership Drive Urges County Support
The war council of the American Red Cross calls for fifteen million members nationwide by Christmas to share in wartime relief. In Comanche County the target is about five thousand with local chairmen in each town. membership is $1.00 per year and all ages are urged to enroll. County Chairman John D. Waring asks every resident to participate, donating a dollar to their local chairman.
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War Council of the American Red Cross
Red Cross
American Red Cross
Comanche County
Army
John D. Waring
Laundry changes hands in Comanche
Will Garner and Sebe Payne bought the Comanche Steam Laundry from Mr. McClannahan who has run it for years. The new owners are experienced laundry men and promise capable management and courteous service in Comanche. We regret losing Mr. McClannahan who has been a respected local business figure.
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Messrs
Will Garner
Sebe Payne
Comanche Steam Laundry
McClannahan
Payne
Garner
Comanche
Community trades day in Comanche draws attendees
Several from this community attended trades day at Comanche Monday. Horner and family visited Mrs Horner's parents in Sidney over the weekend. Earl Cottrell hosted a social Saturday night. Dee Rasco and Briar Grove visitors joined Tobe Stewart family Sunday. Will Kerley welcomes a baby girl. J P Johnson and Mrs Russell with daughter Pansy visited Judge Hutchison Sunday in Oak Valley.
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Comanche
C. F. Horner
Russell
Pansy
Judge Hutchison
Oak Valley
Preparations Underway To Handle Questionnaires
Comanche County Exemption Board prepares for expected workload as questionnaires are sent out. Clerk Mr. Littlejohn busy assembling proper lists to issue notices.
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Comanche County
Thanksgiving Dance at Montgomery Home
A festive Thanksgiving evening gathering at Mr. and Mrs. George Montgomery featured music by a Hamilton party with Miss Jennie Blue Tunnell and Hardy Slider. Attendees included Jeffie Thomas Louise Burks Tot Hood Ruth Hamilton Stella Hicks Sallie Neel Eva May Bryson Virginia Hill Lela Black Carl Tate Elmo Montgomery Henry More Ulrich Wiesendanger Aubrey Findley Bryan Bryson Byron Granger Moulton Reeves Millard Coleman Floyd Lane Lionel Slider Judge Montgomery and Mrs Kittles.
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George Montgomery
Hamilton
Jennie Blue Tunnell
Hardy Slider
Jeffie Thomas
Louise Burks
Tot Hood
Ruth Hamilton
Stella Hicks
Sallie Neel
Eva May Bryson
Virginia Hill
Lela Black
Carl Tate
Elmo Montgomery
Henry More
Ulrich Wiesendanger
Aubrey Findley
Bryan Bryson
Byron Granger
Moulton Reeves
Millard Coleman
Floyd Lane
Lionel Slider
Judge Montgomery
Kittles
Do You Want New Furniture Trade-In Offer
Atwood Brothers promote a trade in program for brand new furniture offering nearly zero cost for customers swapping out old furniture. The ad emphasizes a large discount potential and convenience of updating home furnishings.
Keep Within the Law Herbine Advertisement
Vintage ad claims heartburn is indigestion and promises instant relief with a dose of HERBINE. Says bowels operate quickly and user feels vigorous and cheerful. Price 50c. Sold by S. P. Smith.
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S. P. Smith
Christmas Greeting Cards Sample from The Chief Exponent
Christmas greeting cards offered with personal wishes printed on them. An inexpensive form of greetings. We will be pleased to show you our samples. The Chief Exponent.
Good as New Mattress Restored for $1.50 by Atwood Brothers
Atwood Brothers advertise remaking old mattresses to be as good as new for $1.50 with pickup and delivery service. All work is guaranteed.
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Atwood Brothers
John Deere Plows and Trash in Stock at Todd Randals Co
John Deere plows and related items are stocked at Todd Randals Company. The listing highlights availability of plows and associated equipment. Revenue implications or pricing not specified in the readable text.
Former Comanche lawyer named to Dallas Legal Advisory Board
Friends of A. G. Lovejoy announce his honor of joining the Legal Advisory Board of Dallas County. Lovejoy, a noted county attorney, has built a strong reputation in Dallas legal circles and is praised for his recent appointment.
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Comanche Lawy
Dallas Legal Advisory
BOA
Riends
A. G. Lovejoy
Merry County
Cowie County
Dallas County
Death notices and misc. deaths in Worth and Newbury
The text reports the deaths of Mrs. Mickle and Mrs. Roberts in Worth and Newbury, noting Mrs. Roberts’ long county service and many friends. A brief history of Mrs. Roberts is promised in next week's issue. Also mentions La Cree hair dressing ad offer.
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H. Cunningham
Mickle
S. R. May
D. H. Cunningham
Worth
Newbury
Roberts
Fresh Ribbon Cane Syrup Arrives Soon Burks Mercantile Co
Burks Mercantile Co announces fresh Ribbon Cane Syrup arriving in a few days. Customers are urged to prepare their sugar buckets and save money by ordering early.
Paris Smith’s Candy Christmas Packages Featured
A local shop in Paris promotes Nice packages of candy for Christmas and offers printed greeting cards for friends. The ad invites customers to send wishes printed on cards and emphasizes thoughtful, penitent greetings.
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Paris Smith’s
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