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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1944
Page
7
Comanche County reports $242,116 in cash paid for Sixth War Loan bonds since November 20, with a county quota of $410,000. The county lacks $167,884, while city of Comanche has $90,467.25 toward a $125,000 city goal. Also notes Lt Howington’s safe arrival in Italy and quirks about seamen trousers and large venues in New York and Cleveland.
The total cash value of bonds bought at De Leon excluding pledges now stands at 62868.25 with 60406.25 in Series E Bonds. New county purchases include 15000 for Humble Oil and Refining Company and 3500 for Texas Electric Service Company. Gustine has bought 2200 in Series E Bonds and will likely increase at tonight’s rally. Committeemen urge those who pledged to buy to do so soon.
At the Comanche County Home Demonstration Council meeting on November 25, officers were elected for the coming year. Chairman Mary Wilhelm of Harmony, Vice-Chairman Coye Nelson of De Leon, Secretary-Treasurer O B Phillips of Harmony. Retiring chair R S Pinkard presided, with district agent Miss Thelma Casey present. Miss Edwinna Dearley tendered her resignation as County Home Demonstration Agent effective December 6 to attend school in California.
A collection of wry reflections on daylight saving time. It notes men regret speaking more than remaining silent and observes women with fine carriages seeking more fuel for their cars. This reader's voice blends humor with social critique.
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