Comanche Publishing Co Directors and Officers Listed
The Comanche Publishing Co announces its officers and directors. Names include P. H. Cunningham president T. J. Cunningham secretary and treasurer and J. R. Kanes vice president. Directors list D. H. Cunningham T. J. Cunningham Tom H. Bell J. R. Manes Paris Smith W. Harris W. H. Thodverg. Stock holders named include Oscar Callaway and K. F. Cunningham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MH. Cunningham
J. R. Kanes
T. J. Cunningham
Tom H. Bell
D. HH. Cunningham
J. R. Manes
Paris Smith
W. Harris
W. H. Thodverg
D. H. Cunningham
J. R. Panes
Oscar Callaway
BE. W. Harris
T. J. Williams
W. H. Thadberg
L. T. Cunningham
G. A. Cunningham
K. F. Cunningham
Notice to Subscribers From The Paper
Readers are asked to report any erronerous reflections and to indicate address changes. Subscriptions expire on the first of the month. If you do not receive the paper regularly please notify the office.
The Liquor Question in Texas Politics
A historical note argues the liquor issue dominates Texas politics and hinders legislation. It discusses Speaker prospects, notably Chester Terrer of San Antonio, and favors a compromise of high license with strict regulation to place the liquor trade under responsible control while restricting proximity to schools and churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
House of Representatives
Sam Rayburn
Chester Terrer
San Antonio
Debate over liquor laws and state politics unfolds
The author argues against tying public service merit to positions on liquor and saloon issues, warning that state dryness would spark endless elections and turmoil. The piece praises Texas insurance law changes, noting growth of home companies and investment benefits for Texans.
The Effect of Good Roads
Statistics show Illinois rural population fell eight per cent from 1900 to 1910 while urban growth rose. Half of towns with 2200 population declined, half rose, with growth towns led by good roads. Poor roads coincide with decline. Citizens move to road improved areas. small towns suffer most when roads lag. Build good roads.
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Illinois
Keeping Texas Money in Texas Life Insurance Shift
Texas residents increasingly buy life insurance from home companies. In 1911 about 58 percent of life policies purchased by Texans were from Texas based firms. Reports from informed observers note the trend toward domestic providers.
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Texas
White County Responds To Johnson White Marriage Controversy
In a letter from a white community, strong anti Negro sentiment is expressed. The author condemns Jack Johnson's marriage to Lucile Cameron, asserts racial purity, and praises the county's white majority while denouncing miscegenation and supporting harsh attitudes toward the Negro race. The piece condemns Johnson and mocks the notion of interracial marriage as “repulsive.”
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Jack Johnson
Ham
Lucile Cameron
Windy City
Johnson
Christmas spirit and prudent cheer for the season
The piece urges sharing with the less fortunate during Christmas, condemns showy spending, and reminds readers to reflect on the Saviour. It advocates remembering friends with modest tokens, being reasonable, and focusing on those in need to uphold the true spirit of the holiday.
Cowman town to begin cement sidewalk project soon
The Good old town of Cowman che announces plans to construct cement sidewalks immediately. The Commercial club prepares to host another Comanche stew banquet, as noted by the Grand Saline Journal.
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Cowmanche
Grand Saline
Have you paid your poll tax yet
A brief public notice asks residents if they have paid their poll tax and hints at a deadline or action to take, reflecting a local civic reminder.
Christmas Season Warns of Tight Times
A Toa man speaks of a virge family facing hard times as the Christmas season looms with old familiar fears that all goin and nothing in.
Weather Report Predicts a Wet December in Comanche
Judging from express shipments received in Comanche to date, December will be a wet month. Elevated rainfall is expected as shipments indicate approaching storm activity and saturated conditions for the area.
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Comanche
Local Banks Help Residents Weather Holiday Cash Crunch
The message urges prudent spending as residents rely on substantial bank deposits to avoid hardship during the Easter season. Officials urge disciplined budgeting to prevent personal bankruptcy, noting robust local savings amid rising costs.
Angually the Merchants Advertising Edge
A merchant large enough to influence public perception uses strong advertising to prove his store's importance to the community. The passage emphasizes the value of advertising in building trust and drawing customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angually
Leap Year Offer Ends Soon for Spinsters and Others
Leap Year shoppers are urged to act quickly to take advantage of remaining days. Those who have not yet taken advantage should hurry to make purchases or arrangements before the deadline passes.
Store Seeks Growth via Newspaper Advertising Push
A local store, equipped to expand its business at minimal organization cost, sees substantial profit potential. It plans to leverage newspaper advertising to drive sales and capitalize on the opportunity.
Christmas and New Year Greeting Note
The Chief Exponent wishes all patrons and readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May you realize your fondest dreams and expectations.
Remembering Dear Dad at Christmas Time
A tribute to fathers during the holidays urging children to show love and appreciation. The piece notes dads often receive less attention yet remain crucial beneficiaries of family beneficence and support. It advocates expressing love and thanks as a simple, meaningful gift.
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Dad
Holiday gift ideas in ads for father mother and kin
The Chief Exponent highlights holiday ads offering suggestions for gifts to buy for father mother sister or brother and for "Kim" or "her" while noting other advertisers may also carry Xmas stock but have not bid for readership through these columns.
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Kim
Child Killed by Brother After Gun Accident
Ava Evans, four, near Weatherford, was killed by her six year old brother Lee who found a shotgun behind a door and fired it thinking it unloaded. The tragedy underscores the danger of firearms in homes and the need for keeping guns away from children.
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Ava
John Evans
Weathford
Lee
Local Post Office Serves Wide Reader Base
Postmaster Geo. Sullivan reports the local office serves many patrons with diverse newspaper deliveries. He notes only one box family lacks a paper, highlighting the broad reach and distribution scale of the operation.
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Geo. Sullivan
Chief Exponent Advertises Reach to 15000 Readers Weekly
The Chief Exponent goes into about 3000 county homes and many more beyond the county, offering merchants a fine advertising medium. The paper reaches roughly 15000 readers each week, highlighting its broad potential for advertisers.
Local protest against mail order houses impact
The new parties post law will go into effect the first of the year and the country will be flooded with agents and catalogues of mail order houses. Citizens are urged to shun these sellers as pests who offer no local support. Emphasizes keeping Comanche county money in the county to sustain schools and churches and institutions.
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Comanche County
St. Louis
Chicago
Political Title Preferences Mentioned by Wilson and Sulzer
The article notes President-Elect Wilson preferring to be called Mr Wilson while Gov Bed Sulzer of New York favors Old Bill The piece also recalls former candidate Uncle Bill Adams of Brownwood now superintendent of the State Reformatory saying he would be anybody’s Uncle if elected treasurer
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Wilson
Dr. Wilson
Gov. Wilson
Bed Sulzer
New York
Bill Sular
Grand Saline Journal
Bill Adams
Brownwood
State Reformatory
Lame Back Remedies Advertised In Local Notice
A short ad promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment as a remedy for lame backs caused by overwork or disease. It advises rubbing the liniment well over the affected area for prompt relief and lists bottle prices of 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar, sold by Paris Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Paris Smith
Adyv
Mountings On Display At Longs Studio In Corner Square
Advertising notice invites readers to view new mountings at Longs Studio located at the northwest corner of the square and to select promptly before the rush.
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Cllard
Long’s
N. W
Corner Square
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the Comanche Publishing Co. Publishers
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T.J. Cunningham
Bus
Mgr
Txas
East
R. W. H. Hamilton Jeweler
North Side
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H. L. Ardis
RAMSE
Aliso
Dr. Vaughn
Square
Tex
Fletcher
G. L. Gartwright
H.l.ardis
R. Eastland
South Side Square
Comanche, Texas
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