Methodists Hold Church Conference in Memphis Plans for Education Fund
Educational secretaries, financial directors, and lay representatives from 37 Methodist Episcopal Church, South conferences met in Memphis to map a Christian education program. They aim to raise 35 million dollars to enlarge equip and endow over ninety Methodist schools and support at least five thousand students in church work training. Bishop James Cannon Jr and other church leaders attended.
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Memphis
Tenn
Keb
The
Methodis
Episcopal Church
South
Educational Commission of the Church
United States
Friday Bache
James Cannon, Jr
Education Commission
Murray
Stonewall Anderson
Nashville
W. B. Beauchamp
Church
War dance comes to 20 High School on the 18th
A war dance event is slated at 20 High School on the 18th. Students and faculty prepare performances reflecting school spirit and cultural traditions.
Printers Meet to Plan Fight Over Short Week
Middle West commercial job printers meet in St Louis to discuss resisting unions' demand for a 44 hour week. Delegates say a shorter week could raise costs. a May 1 strike is threatened if demands fail. Organizing scope covers from Saint Paul to Oklahoma and from Cleveland to Denver. Employers show favorable response to the proposal.
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St. Louis
Middle West
S. Paul
Oklahoma
Cleveland
Denver
Boynton and Wife Visit Comanche Tuesday Night
A report notes that Boynton and his wife visited Comanche on Tuesday night, with details limited to their appearance and timing.
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Boynton
Wife
Comanche
Mrs Lon Boynton Visits Parents in Hamilton This Week
Mrs Lon Boynton is visiting her parents in Hamilton this week, staying at their home and enjoying family time. The trip appears casual with no public events announced.
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Lon Boynton
Hamilton
Whiskey Smuggling Through Pipe Line Across Mexican Border
Mexicoity Mex Feb 3 The latest tale from the Mexican capital describes whiskey smugglers building pipe lines across the border to move bourbon rye and other liquors from wet bases to receiving stations on the dry side The scheme avoids border guards by letting the pipe do the work and is said to be true not fiction.
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Mexicoity
Mex
Mexico
Texas
Arvona
See Mudjekeewis! the Great Rear Slayer
Local chatter highlights Bill Meyems in a grand entry titled See Mudjekeewis! the Great Rear Slayer. The piece frames Meyems as a bold early performer in a regional showcase.
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Bill Meyems
Clean Yards Contest To Be Staged Soon
A town plan calls for a Clean Yards contest with prizes totaling at least 75 dollars across three districts. Prizes to be awarded around July 1 as organizers push for improved streets and sidewalks and stronger civic spirit. Details to be published later as residents urged to unite for an ideal home town.
Sheppard Votes for Cloture with G. O. P.
The senate defeated a Republican attempt to enforce cloture on the emergency tariff bill. The roll showed thirty-six in favor and thirty-five against, far short of a two thirds requirement. Republicans voting against cloture were Borah Colt Grenna Johnson Calif Keyes La Follette Townsend. Democrats voting for cloture were Ashurst Henderson Johnson South Dakota Jones New Mexico Kendrick Myers Ransdell Sheppard Smith Georgia.
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Washington
Senate
Borah
Colt
Grenna
Johnson
California
Keyes
la Follett
Townsend
Ashurst
Henderson
South Dakota
Jones
New Mexico
Kendrick
Myers
Ransdell
Sheppard
Smith
Georgia
Comanche Urged to Back Mayor Eanes for Growth
The Chief calls on residents to support Mayor J. R. Eanes as he leads Comanche toward civic uplift and financial benefit. It praises his progressive, level headed leadership and urges citizens to stay with him for the city's advancement and growth.
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J. R. Eanes
Comanche
Rabbit Drive at White Point Meeting Call
On Tuesday February 15 participants are asked to meet at White Point to join a rabbit drive. The group plans to drive from far and near and to contribute to the stew effort.
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White Point
Home Church Campaign Among the Baptists
Dallas report on the Home Church Campaign in Texas led by Dr. T V Neal aimed at enlisting every Baptist member in an every member canvas. The effort, running Jan 15 to Mar 15, seeks regular weekly or monthly support for the 75 Million Fund to empower pastors and rural churches.
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Dallas
Texas
T. V. Neal
Baptist General Convention of Texas
Neal
Miss Golda Green Visits News Office in Danbury
Miss Golda Green representing Farm & Ranch Publishing Company visited Danbury on Wednesday and paid the News a call, showcasing department work.
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Golda Green
Farm & Ranch Publishing Company
4Iranbury News
Miss Romine Performs Violin Solo The Madrigal
Miss Romine will give a violin solo titled The Madrigal on the eighteenth at the local recital venue. The event showcases a program of classical pieces and bright solo contrasts.
The Chief Defends Churches From Political Implication
The Chief explains its recent remarks on church advertising politics were general and not local. It exonerates Comanche Baptist Church pastor Maddox from partisan influence, praising his broad ministry and nonpartisan stance while acknowledging occasional disagreements with church leaders.
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Baptist Church
Comanche
Maddox
Comanche Baptist Church
Preas
Ite
Comanche to Host District Athletic Meets
The district events move from Brownwood to Comanche with basketball deciding the championship this Saturday at 3 p.m. on the high school court. Track and field along with literary contests occur in April, and football district elimination begins next season. Tickets are 25 cents, urging local support to keep Comanche as the meet center.
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Brownwood
Austin
Comanche
L. Kiluiam
Moore seeks reelection as Comanche City Secretary and Collector
Mr. C. M. Moore announces this week his candidacy for re election to the office of City Secretary and Collector in Comanche. Elected two years ago he asks for another term, noting his efficiency and universal satisfaction and urging voters to endorse him at the forthcoming city election.
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C. M. Moore
Moore
Comanche
A. L. McDaniel
Austin
McDaniel
Preliminary Program Worth the Price of Admission
The event preview notes the February 18 program as a key draw, offering readers a glimpse of attractions and activities likely to justify the admission cost.
Kasco Buys East Side Tailor Shop in Cisco
Roy Kasco of Cisco purchases the tailor shop on the east side of the square from Robert Riley. The new concern will be named Modern Tailors.
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Roy Kasco
Cisco
Robert Riley
Modern Tailors
Gra ham man visits relatives in Comanche and Brownwood
Mr. Charles Holman of Gra ham spent several days in Comanche this week visiting relatives, going from here to Brownwood to visit his mother Mrs. J. R. Holman.
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Charles Holman
Graham
Comanche
Brownwood
J. R. Holman
Prickly Ash Bitterest in Money remedy ad warns kidney distress
The advertisement urges prompt use of Prickly Ash Bitterest in Money remedy for signs of kidney trouble such as backache pale complexion dark eye rings and nervous disorders. It mentions a price of $1.35 per unit.
Hamilton Farm 18 Stocked With Pure Bred Hogs
Hamilton Texas February 7 A new hog ranch near Hamilton town operates under J W Gardner stocking Poland China and Du roe Jersey hogs. Hogs reach 4 feet and 600 to 800 pounds. County stockmen push thoroughbred animals across species while adopting improved farming methods and seeds.
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Hamilton
Texas
Hamilton County
J. W. Gardner
Nationwide Prayer Day Proposed for President March 6
Rev. Z E K Irving of Washington D C announces a movement to observe Sunday March 6 as Pray for the President Day. He urges all churches and religious groups to set aside the day for prayer for divine guidance as the president faces major challenges. He says a praying nation can influence home and international issues.
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Columbus
Ohio
Z. EK. Irving
Washington
D. H
Irving
Hear Mr. Mahler in the Canoe Song on the eighteenth
A brief note announces Mr. Mahler performing in the Canoe Song on the eighteenth, highlighting an upcoming concert event and the artist involved.
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Mr. Mahler
Comanche Junior Class Stages Hiwatha at Local High School
The Comanche Junior Class presents Longfellow's Hiwatha at the high school Friday night the eighteenth at eight o'clock. A preliminary program features town talent and music by Charlow Lieurance. Tickets 50 cents on sale at Smith's Drug Store starting February 15.
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Longfellow
Goodeon Visits Fort Worth After Marlin Bath Trial
Herbert N. Goodeon traveled to Fort Worth this week and spent ten days in Marlin taking hot baths. He reports feeling fine since returning but notes he has not fully recovered from a bout of sciatic rheumatism, a condition he finds hard to shake.
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Herbert N. Goodeon
Fort Worth
Marlin
Golgin of Posti Worth Visits City This Week
Mr R M Golgin, once a Comanche citizen now living in Posti Worth, visits the city this week with extensive property interests and many friends here. The Chief acknowledges a pleasant call from him.
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R. M. Golgin
Posti Worth
Comanche
Ackno
Rabbit drive nets 500 pests in Soda Springs area
A large rabbit drive in the southern Soda Springs community last Saturday killed 500 rabbits. Meals were served at noon at Roy Robertson’s home. Another hunt is planned for next Saturday in the northern part, with meeting points at Taylor's Chapel church or the Comanche and Beattie road and dinner at Jim Rogera’s home.
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Soda Springs
Roy Robertson
Taylor's Chapel
Comanche and
Beattie Road
Jim Rogera
Culberson Plans to Vote Against Tariff Bill Amendments
Washington Feb 5 Senator Charles A Culberson the veteran Texas Democrat says he will keep voting against amendments to the emergency tariff measures and oppose final passage He argued the bill harms farmers risks retaliation hurts markets and benefits profiteers while not raising farm prices.
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Washington
Charles A. Culberson
Texas
Culberson
Senate
Swanson
Virginia
Fite
Mayor Ranes Urges Sewer Bond Election Promptly
Mayor J. R. Eanes asks citizens to approve a $20,000 bond issue for sewer disposal plant and extension. He cites voter support in January letters and urges a timely election at the next council meeting.
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J. R. Eanes
Comanche Post Office Praised for Efficient Service
In Comanche, residents laud Postmaster Carpenter and his staff for their accommodating and efficient service. The post office force handles duties admirably and meets the community’s high expectations with dedication and pride.
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Comanche
Carpenter
Tax Collector Reports City and School Tax Progress
City Tax Collector Moore reports Comanche Tauck tax receipts near 95 percent of assessment. By Feb 1 total collected 19295.94, with School tax at 15790.96. Poll taxes numbered 463 payments, 88 from women.
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Moore
Comanche Tauck
Advertising as a merchant’s vital investment
A live merchant views advertising not as a cost to a newspaper but as a necessary investment toward business success. The text emphasizes the strategic role of ads in building a profitable enterprise.
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