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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1922
Page
1
President Harding rejects force to promote world peace in presenting peace treaties for ratification. He states the conference aimed at mutual welfare, with no punishments or compulsions, and that the nine powers were drawn closer through cooperation, understanding, and shared justice.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to friends and acquaintances for kindness during the bereavement following the death of Sam R. Edwards.
Todd and Jennings showcases a wide range of garden tools including trowels rakes spades and hoes to help gardeners equip their yards. customers can browse categories for hand tools and larger equipment for seasonal projects.
The Twyman murder case in Gaceeviil resulted in a unanimous verdict of guilt, with a penitentiary term of several years. The defense blamed two other youths. prosecution led by Joe Fidson highlighted duty to protect families and the community. The district attorney’s win was hailed as a victory for truth and justice.
Local poultrymen report better egg production when hens are fed a constant dry mash. A suggested formula by F W Kazemier includes Wheat Bran 15 pounds Corn Meal 30 pounds Ground Maize 35 pounds Meat Scraps 20 pounds. Also promotes the motto No mash no eggs and offers free plans for dry mash making.
West Orange New Jersey February 11 a busy Saturday for Thomas A Edison as the Edison Pioneers organize greetings for the inventor They plan an annual luncheon at the storage battery plant hall a wireless phone broadcast with opera star Marie Raprold and messages from around the world accompany a private dinner at the Edison home
Oscar Callaway explains he planned a follow up on the Federal Reserve system and how Wall Street bankers shape it but was delayed by a trip. He promises to publish next week with more facts and analysis for readers.
The editor explains that important social items could not be obtained in time and must be held over to next week, delaying coverage of notable functions.
Citizens held a banquet Monday night at Bob & Rogs Cafe to honor the 1922 high school football team. Wayne Boyd was named captain and several players received letters and black sweaters with gold O. Coach Adams was absent due to a family illness but praise and optimism for the coming season filled the event.
A major blaze at Baylor University in Waco damages Carroll Chapel, starting in the dome and incurring an estimated $500000 loss. The main building and second floor contents including the pipe organ and equipment are largely destroyed. several injuries reported among firefighters and rescuers.
A proposed Massachusetts bill would bar candy sales to children 18 and under without written parental consent. The author notes clerks must keep authorization on file for verification. The writer questions lawmakers and warns against state overreach in paternal control.
Special notice states that due to financial conditions the City Council and School Board will accept delinquent 1921 taxes with penalties but no interest. February adds 1 percent, March 2 percent, April 3 percent, May 1 adds 10 percent per law, and 6 percent interest from May 1 1922. Signed CG. M. Moorf, City and School Tax Collector.
Rome reports the Italian government has ordered free transport for the bodies of Italian soldiers who died in the war if their families wish to bury them in their native communes. Transport will be carried out gradually by railway zones under issued traffic permits.
Allen Hardware Company consolidates operations at 108 Center Avenue Brownwood taking over the Comanche and Sipe Springs stocks and the transfer and wholesale account of B F Avery & Sons Plow Company of Dallas. A special sale precedes closing out the Comanche business with hardware and furniture offers.
Washington Missouri faces a pivotal senatorial contest with Jim Reed leading the Democrats against Breckinridge Long. Long gains support from Wilson Democrats and league backers, while Reed defends Versailles Treaty positions and opposes the four power Pacific treaty. Republican contenders include Walter S. Dickey Charles L Faust and John C. McKinley as party factions vie for the nomination.
A vivid tale recalls Jenny Lind during her American tour aboard the Atlantic. Fans cheered as the Swedish nightingale arrived, while Lind reportedly paused the coach to talk to birds in the woods, attracting canaries and feathered fans alike. Frieda Hempel is also noted as a bird lover and student of song.
An Allen Hardware Co advertisement promotes a selection of tools and home improvement supplies. It emphasizes bargains on hardware essentials, with prices and product categories aimed at homeowners and tradespeople.
Telegrams warn of mass starvation in the Chuvash region and across Russia as 250000 children and up to 30 million workers face extreme hunger. Mothers smothering children and cannibalism are reported while severe cold halts shipments via the Kiel canal, forcing rerouting to the Black Sea.
Fort Worth Texas February 11 Republican candidates for state offices will be nominated in August by the party state executive committee in executive session here Saturday afternoon. They will decide on entering all state races and intend a May meeting to express determinations. Candidates for county offices will enter races in several counties where the party is organized. W E Talbot reported that most counties are organized or in progress. A party publication was discussed with no firm action, with opinions split on daily versus weekly. The committee postponed definite action pending further investigation and adjourned Saturday afternoon.
Moscow reports that the Soviet government plans to issue 26 trillion paper rubles in 1922, a figure tastily far beyond millions. Finance commissar M. Krestinsky told the congress of soviets the money should have buying power of about 230 billion gold rubles, noting the gold ruble equals 100 thousand paper rubles in buying power.
Ad lists Monogram Flour at 0.48 per sack, Bran and Shorts at 1.50, fresh corn meal 0.50, and notes no delivery charges with purchase. Includes a thrust on value and availability at the Grocerteria.
The Chief requests notice of a community rabbit drive at White Point next Tuesday the 21st. Everyone is urged to attend and bring a box of chuck for a large dinner. Roy is expected to attend and there is emphasis on participation and food provision.
President Harding urges Senate ratification of treaties, insisting they do not require surrender of white tradition nor form any alliance. He argues treaties support mutual understanding, sovereignty, and peaceful progress, warning that without international negotiations, war and chaos loom in the world.
The East Ward and West Ward Parent Teachers Associations announce a joint session at the high school Friday afternoon February 17 at 8 o'clock A special program has been arranged and every member is urged to attend.
Going out of business sale notice for Allen Hardware Co. promoting a visit to purchase hardware items. Includes a single line call to action and a pricing cue of 26c. Local business closure implied and invites customers to shop before items run out.
In our column of announcements the name of Mr J P Graham appears as current city attorney and candidate for Justice of the Peace in Precinct No 1. He is an oldtimer in Comanche, well qualified, and a life long Democrat. Voters will consider him in the July ballots.
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