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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1967
Page
3
Comanche business men report generally strong activity with a welcome rush ahead of Christmas. The Texas Almanac 1968 69 is on sale for 1.75 to boost gifts. David Venable and the CHS Indian Band earn praises after multiple wins, with a Christmas concert planned this month.
Sam Walter Butler died December 4 at Hamilton County General Hospital from a heart attack two days earlier. Funeral services were held December 6 at 2 p.m. in the Presbyterian Church with Rev. Bill Caldwell officiating. Burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery. Butler, born July 20, 1913 in Atoka Oklahoma, was a CPA with his own firm in Hamilton. He was a deacon at First Presbyterian and a Lions Club member. Survivors include three daughters, one son, two sisters, and one brother.
A compact aphorism notes that critics pay attention when advice is offered. It hints that unsolicited guidance can spotlight flaws more than actions.
The Comanche County Classroom Teachers Association held a Christmas dinner on November 30 at J. B. Layne Cafetorium with 62 attendees. Mrs. Walter Jack Barret served punch from a Money Tree centerpiece. proceeds fund a scholarship for a top senior.
The 4th annual Comanche County Pecan Bake Show at Gustine Agricultural Building drew 56 entries on Saturday December 2. Winners span cookies candy cakes pies and nut bread with champions from Comanche Hamilton Gustine and De Leon.
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