Auto Fever Epidemic Spreads in Comanche County
Comanche reports a surge in auto purchases as several residents buy new vehicles from local dealers. Tom and Jim Holmsley W H Rowland and Dr Ory join the trend with Studebaker and Ford models, reaching auto number 52 in the county. Separately Rev Clark's family travels to Proctor due to scarlet fever affecting Rev Childer’s relatives, with a dangerous baby in the household.
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Tom and
Jim Holmsley
W. H Rowland
Dr. Ory
Messrs
Holmsley
Studebaker
Cunningham & Bell
Rowland
Ory
M. K. Witt
Conanche County
H. B. Clark
Rev. Clark
Rev. Alsup
Comanche Circuit
Proctor
J. W. Childer
Rev.Childer
Deaths: Hartman of Comanche Dies at 42 in Sweetwater
Wm. S. Hartman aged 42 of Comanche died of heart disease February 4 in Sweetwater, per county clerk records. Athletic goods offered at Paris Smith's Athletic Goods Store.
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Wm. S. Hartman
Comanche
Sweetwater
Paris Smith
Gas Aids from Torpid Liver Promoted by Herbine
An advertisement touts Herbine as a liver stimulant and bowel purifier to relieve gas from a torpid liver. The product, priced at 50 cents, is sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Grandm a Skidmore ill as family travels home
Word reached this city Monday night that Grand ma Skidmore, visiting her son in Manchester Red River county, was seriously ill with little hope of recovery. Her daughters Mrs Jim Watterson and Mrs Alvert Greer learned of the condition, and Mr and Mrs Greer prepared to depart. A later message Wednesday said she was slightly better. Meanwhile workmen began cementing sidewalks along East North Main Street in front of city property and the J N Farmer lot near the First National Bank. Other contracts are let and spring will speed the work. Each new foot of walk adds value to adjacent property and is a sound investment.
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Skidmore
Manchester
Red River County
Jim Watterson
Alvert Greer
Mercer’s Gap
Greer
East North Main Street
J. N. Farmer
First National Bank
BAL LARRD SNOW LINIMENT Ad Keeps family prepared
Calendar style advertisement notes that Ascald burn or severe cut heals slowly if neglected. Encourages keeping BAL LARD'S SNOW LINIMENT on hand. Prices 25¢ 50¢ and $1 per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Ballard
Paris Smith
Storage Room At Farmers Union Warehouse
Farmers Union offers ample storage space at its warehouse. Contact Tom Nabers for details on renting and terms.
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Farmers Union
Tom Nabers
Permitted to Pair Licenses Granted to Several Couples
The paper lists license approvals since the last report for Lee Drennan and Miss Jewel Rogers, E. C. Ford and Miss Minnie Thomas, and Tom G. Lane and Miss Jessie Hopkins.
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Lee Drennan
Miss Jewel
Tom G. Lane
Miss Jessie Hopkins
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promotes Natural Healing
Advertises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best medicine, claiming it acts on nature's plan to relieve the lungs open secretions aid expectoration and restore the system to health. Sold by all dealers.
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Chamberlain
Take the baby to Longs Studio for morning sessions
Instructions suggest taking the baby to Longs Studio in the morning, noting mornings are best for visits or sessions.
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Long
Missour Corn Car For Sale By Commercial Grain Co
A Missouri corn car sale advertised by Commercial Grain Co offering corn at a low price. The brief notice urges quick contact for purchase and rail shipment details.
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Commercial Grain Com. Co
Engraved Cards and Invitations Advertised by Ardis
Engraved visiting and professional cards, wedding and society stationery offered by Ardis the Jeweler. New line of samples just received with work and prices guaranteed.
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Ardis
Civic League Meeting for Ladies at Chamber of Commerce
Ladies are invited to meet the Civic League in the Chamber of Commerce rooms next Wednesday. The event outlines civic engagement and cooperative activities for the community.
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The
Civic League
Chamber of Commerce
White Mrs Light Demonstrations in Fancy Work and Sewing
Mrs Light offers demonstrations in fancy work and plain sewing promising beautiful results and free lessons with a purchase of a 'White' sewing machine. The Burks-Simmons Co. invites calls at 319 to buy, sell, or repair furniture opposite the fire station. Ellis & Son, Comanche Texas.
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Ellis & Son
Central Church of Christ Morning Service and Missionary Sermon
The Central Church of Christ schedules Bible school at 950 am and morning preaching at 11 am with a foreign missionary sermon and collection. An evening talk at 730 pm, The Foundation Apostles and Prophets with Christ Jesus as Chief Cornerstone, urges attendance and support for a protracted meeting and church renewal.
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Bible School
Christ Jesus
W. H Williams
Insurance Safe With J. R. Eanes & Co
An insurance firm named J. R. Eanes & Co assures clients their policies remain safeguarded. The notice emphasizes reliability and ongoing protection for policyholders amid market shifts.
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J. R. Eanes & Co
Methodist Church Spelling Bee Slated for Courthouse
The women of the Methodist church host a spelling bee at the courthouse next Friday night March 7 inviting all residents to attend.
Births Reported in County Clerk Records
The county clerk’s latest birth notices list a boy born to Mr. and Mrs Will Beatright of Newburg on February 9, a boy to Jno M Dorsett of Energy on February 4, and a girl to Jno D Couch of Mercers Gap on February 23. Also noted are advertisements for Kodak finishes from Long’s Studio and new spring dress goods, millinery, and shoes from The Burks Simmons Co.
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Jno
M. Dorsett
Energy
D. Couch
Mercers
Gaplan
Burks-Simmons Co
Kate Turner
Card of Thanks from Herring Family
We, the children and grandchildren of Mrs. L. J. Herring, thank friends and neighbors for valuable service during her illness and death. It was impossible to see everyone in person. May God bless you and grant you a home in heaven.
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L. J. Herring
Reputation of the World’s Largest Shoe Makers Highlighted
The article notes that the back of every pair of America by Gentleman shoes bears the reputation of major manufacturers led by Hamilton Brown Shoe Co Neely Harris Cunningham Co and others as the world’s largest producers.
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America
Gentleman Shoes
Hamilton Brown Shoe Co
Neely-Harris- Cunningham Co
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Burks-Simmons Company Steel and Rubber
Sardias
Thomas
Comanche Texas
Central Church of Christ
Farmers & Merchants National Bank
Comanche, Texas
Martin Company
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