Lions Club Forms in Comanche with 72 Members
District Governor Col Louis C. Perry of Terrell addressed a luncheon at the K of P Hall as Comanche launched a Lions Club with seventy two charter members the largest in Texas in the past year. Brownwood Lions helped organize and were thanked for courtesies while officers were elected and the program closed with a benediction.
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The
Lions
Louis C. Perry
Terrell
Comanche
K. of P. Hall
Verry
Texas
Lockhart
Comanche Lions
Brownwood Lions
Elf
Central Christian Church of
Corman
Perrim
American Legion
Jno
RL Morr
Methodist Church
Rives Coroucunes
Reeves
Brownwood
Austin Avenue Presbyterian
Colonel Perry
DPD
J. Johnson
Lions Club of
Dr. Rives
Lions Club
Mary Merwin
Jenning Hoff
Merwin
Madge Phinney
Perry
Eanes
Brownwood Alon
Lionas Club
C. Klingman
Irwin
Miss Hoff
J. R. Morris
W. D. Mc-Culley
Comanche Club
Col. Louis ©. Perry
Brownwood Lion Club
C. CL) Klingman
Cantata Singers to Meet Sunday Afternoon
Mrs A J Campbell calls all cantata participants to meet in the high school auditorium Sunday at 2 o clock for the rehearsal and performance logistics.
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Cantata Singers
A. J. Campbell
Advocates Raising Blackberries Around Comanche
Charlie Cuthbertson urges widespread blackberry cultivation around Comanche arguing it will profit landowners and boost berry quality. He says old fields and idle land should be planted with berries and that markets will absorb large shipments, easing pricing and creating a ready daily carload trade.
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Charlie Cuthbertson
Comanche
Mr. Cuthbertson
Texas scholastics get $2 per capita
The Texas state board of education authorized a scholastic allotment of $2 per capita, distributing $2,008,000 to 1,304,000 scholastics from the available school fund. The total $12 allotment will be completed by May 1, 8.
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Austin
State Board of Comvcation
M. N. Marrs
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Gustine Team Shows Strength in District Basketball Loss
Gustine high school basketball, rated among the district’s best, lost to Brownwood 36 to 20 in the University of Texas Interscholastic League tournament at Howard Payne College. Gustine’s defense stiffened late, teammates passed well, and the Comanche county champions proved capable against stronger foes.
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Knrownwood
Texas
Gustine High
Ebuab
University of Texas
Gustine
Brownwood
Brown
Comanche
Beautiful Bettison Trophy shines in Cochran dogs display
The Bettison Trophy, a $1,000 silver cup, leads a Hamilton Drug Co window display of eight cups, honoring Dr. I. M. Cochran of Comanche. Rin Fielding, owned and trained by Cochran, won the Best Field Trial puppy stake at Weatherford last week, one of the most coveted cups in field trials. It cannot be retained permanently until won three times.
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Cochran
Bettison
Hamilton Drug Co
I. M. Cochran
Comanche
Weatherford
Rin Fielding
Dr. Cochran
Reese Seen as Leading Southern Hope for Olympic Team
Loyd Gregory of the Austin Statesman quotes Texas coach Clyde Littlefield calling Jim Reese of Comanche now at the University of Texas the outstanding southern candidate for the Olympic squad. Littlefield notes Reese needs more straightaway speed but could rival any 440 sprinter.
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Loyd Gregory
The
Austin Statesman
Jim Reese
Comanche
University of Texas
Clyde Littlefield
Reese
Jim
Texas Exes Banquet Planned For March Two
Ex University of Texas alumni are called to gather for a statewide reunion banquet on March 2. Comanche county hosts about twenty five ex students who will decorate a hall in state colors, serve a banquet and feature talks toasts and music with a university professor as guest speaker. A detailed program will follow. See Hall Music Co.
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University of Texas
Comanche County
The Same Old Story
Poem noting human repetitiveness as old tales recur, the speaker laments familiar plots and the dull echo of prior narratives. A closing line hints at quiet acknowledgment from a reader who has heard it before.
Minstrel Show Set for February 21 by American Legion Band
Interview with Director A. J. Campbell confirms the American Legion Band minstrel will be staged next Thursday night February 21 in Comanche. Rehearsals have built strong anticipation among residents who expect an entertaining event not to be missed.
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American Legion
A. J. Campbell
Comanche
Miss Minnie Cunningham Improves After Operation
Miss Minnie Cunningham of Comanche was rushed to surgery for appendicitis after a sudden attack Sunday evening. An operation at 10 oclock Sunday morning followed by a rest period and cautious updates shows she improved by yesterday with doctors hopeful for continued recovery.
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Minnie Cunningham
Comanche
Williams Buys The Grocerteria Stock At Auction
The Grocerteria, owned by several stock holders, sold last Friday at auction. C. F. Williams was the highest bidder and purchased the stock, fixtures and accounts. He plans to resell wholesale or add to his south side stock.
De Leon Degree Team Appears at Comanche Reko Meeting
The De Leon degree team of the Rebekahs attended a Comanche meeting to perform special work. Visiting Rebekahs from Sipe Springs joined the event last night.
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de Leon
Comanche
Sipe Springs
Gray Urged to Run Again for Legislature
Rumors say supporters of R. W. Gray would welcome his return to the legislature. No formal candidate has been announced from the country yet, but friends hope he may be induced to offer.
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Gray
R. W. Gray
Community Hospital at Home What It Means to Comanche
The Comanche hospital canvassing committee reports about 11000 in the last year paid to distant hospitals by residents. It argues a home institution would save travel time and money, improve patient well being and family support, and foster community pride. Subscriptions to stock certificates fund building and equipping, with state chartering upon sufficient paid stock. Canvassing Committee
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Comanche ‘Hospital
Comanche County
Comanche
District Basket Ball Meet at Brownwood Declares Champion
The Brownwood district basketball meet sponsored by Howard Payne College featured entertainment and an indoor court. Brownwood defeated Gustine 36 to 20 and then beat Star 34 to 17 to be named district champions. referees were J. Horace Shelton and F. L. Faubion.
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Brownwood
Howard Payne College
Gustine
Star
J. Horace Shelton
F. L. Faubion
Jenkins Elected to County School Board Vacancy
The county school board elected W. D. Jenkins of Comanche to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of W. P. Robertson who moved to Stephenville. The board members include J. F. Redwine T. N. Burton J. T. Gilbreath R. Cc. Downing and Jenkins. They also answered a Texas educational survey questionnaire.
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W. D. Jenkins
Comanche
W. P. (Perry) Robertson
Stephenville
Robertson
J. F. Redwine
T. N. Burton
Newburg
J. T. Gilbreath
Edna Hil
R. Cc. Downing
Educational Survey of
Texas
Senator Urges Potash War To Strike Germany
Sen. from Texas calls for a U S potash trade war with Germany arguing Texas holds ample supply and can mine it cheaply. He cites Geological Survey experts reports indicating mineral faces in the Panhandle regions including the Texas Panhandle and western counties.
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Washington
Part
Texas
Uncle Sam
Germany
Geological Survey
Papă Handle
South Plaina
Lonefi
New Violins Bows and Cases At Hall Muaie Co
Hall Muaie Co showcases new violins bows and cases offering selections for musicians. The display highlights varied models and accessories appealing to students professionals and hobbyists seeking quality string instruments.
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Hall Muaie Co
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D.J. John
J. Romanes
CC. Kingman
Bailey
Payne
C. Findley
OH Gibbs
Jerome BP Kearby
CP. St. Clair
Clarence Albin
D. K. Dayle
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Comanche Oon
Comanche A
Seda Springs
Dingler
Fleming
Coweee
Lamkin
Mackesville
Dell
Wilson Ewe
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Theney
Mercer Gap
Brushy Gap
Beattie
Indian Mountain
Roberson Springs
Tesa Catia
Seare
W. W. Kilpatrick
Mississippi Aggies
Frazier
Baylor
Hall Music Co
Lte
C. F. Williams
Grocerteria
Brother Klingman
Central Christian Church
Majestic Theater
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