Goss No 1 Well Near Sipe Springs Produces Oil
The Humble Oil and Refining Company struck oil and gas at 3275 feet in Goss No 1 near Sipe Springs. Early production estimates range from 75 to 500 barrels, with reports of water presence. The well was capped Sunday and storage prepared. numerous nearby locations and a spur line from the railroad are planned to support future operations. A separate note cites a Centenary program held by the Woman's Auxiliary at the Methodist Church with music and refreshments afterward.
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Goss
Humble Oil and Refining Company
Sipe Springs
Ranger
Igabe
Methodist Church
Son of Mrs McGuire to Return Home from Service
Mrs Martha McGuire received a message stating her son, long in service, has been discharged and will be home soon.
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Martha McGuire
Section 10 Text Book Law Requires April Attendance Reports
Teachers must report maximum grade attendance by April 1 to principals or trustees. Reports go to county superintendents or State Superintendent depending on district. Deadlines include April 9 for the state, June 1 for book requisitions. desk copies issued. Mes. J. BE. Deely.
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State Department of Education
Mes. J. BE. Deely
Home Abstract Co Accepts No Tips
The Home Abstract and Title Co announces it refuses any bonus or extra charges on abstracts. It guarantees faster preparation than others and accuracy and reliability. Why pay more than the regular price for abstract work. Guy R. Holcomb, Mer.
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Guy R. Holcomb
Mer
Home Abstract& Title Co
Mrs E D Lane obituary notes long Texas life and family
Mrs E D Lane died at home south of Comanche on February 14 and was buried February 15 at White Point. Born December 16, 1838 in Jasper County Georgia, she married KE D Lane in March 1859 and moved to Texas, living in Bosque, Comanche, then Mer cer’s Creek community since 1903. Survived by husband and six children.
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KE. D. Lane
Nancy E. White
Comanche
White Point
Jasper County
Texas
Bosque County
Comanche County
Mercers Creek
Gilliam Brothers To Open Store In Comanche
Gilliam Brothers of Brownwood have leased the Reese building on the west square and are preparing to open a new store in Comanche. The merchants are regarded as progressive and their arrival strengthens the town’s business community.
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Gilliam Brothers of
Brownwood
Reese
Comanche
Gilliam Brothers
Austin Lawyer F C Morse Joins Comanche Practice
Mr F C Morse of Austin Texas comes to Comanche to practice law. A State University graduate, he began practice in 1910. He authored Morse on Texas Insurance and compiled Oklahoma oil and gas laws after months studying Tulsa statutes.
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F. C. Morse
Austin
Texas
Comanche
The
State University
Morse
Texas Insurance
Oklahoma
Tulsa
City Council Buys Ford Tractor For Street Work
The City Council voted last Monday night to purchase a Ford tractor for street maintenance. The move ends years of considering a light tractor to replace costly horse labor in grader pulling and road dragging. The tractor is seen as essential for building adequate city road machinery.
Kilpatrick Shoe Repair Promises Prompt Dye Work
W. W. Kilpatrick offers thorough shoe repair including dyeing and rubber heels at the South Side Square. Prompt, proper service guaranteed.
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W. W. Kilpatrick
South Side Square
Singing at Mrs Shelton’s draws many young folks
Brysonville reports a large gathering of young people for Sunday evening singing at Mrs. Shelton's. Several families, including Perry Batton Smith Mitchell Taylor Knight Laughlin and Mitchell, visited or spent the day with relatives across the area.
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Hudson
Democrat Spen
M. A. Shelton
Minnie
Sadie Tupin
R. M. Laughlin
Alma Knight
H. H. Mitchell
S. D. Mitchell
Wade Clifton Returns Home After Visit
Wade Clifton, who had been visiting his aunt Mrs. Martha McGuire the past week, has returned home.
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Wade Clifton
Martha McGuire
Comanche Gusher Co to Locate Next Week
The Luckie well resumed drilling will locate soon and a contract for drilling a well will be let immediately. Comanche Gusher has seen strong stock sales and expects rapid selling of remaining stock as drilling starts in two to three weeks. Congratulations to Thompson, Sands and Chiton on stock sales and prospects for a large producing company.
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Comanche Gusher Company
Messrs
Pure Ribbon Gane Syrup Barrels Sold at Todd Randals Jennings
A historical note reports Pure Ribbon Gane Syrup stored in bar rels at Todd Randals and Jennings. The entry highlights storage practices and local trade in the era.
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Todd-Randals & Jennings
Mrs L L Norwood Dies in Comanche
Mrs L L Norwood died at home in Comanche Wednesday night from influenza complications. She leaves four children the youngest a few weeks old, husband, father, sister Mrs Chas Weber and brother Howard Sager. Burial was at Oakwood Cemetery Friday morning. Sympathy extended to the family.
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L. L. Norwood
Comanche
Norwood
Halle Sager
Chas. Weber
Howard Sager
Oakwood Cemetery
Pure Ribbon Cane Syrup Goes On Sale at Todd Randull Jennings Co
Pure Ribbon Cane Syrup is listed for sale in bar rels at Todd Randull Jennings Company. The notice highlights availability and pricing details for local buyers in the area.
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Todd-Randall-Jennings Company
Home Ground Meal at Big Chief Venue Drafts Debate
Local event organizers promote a traditional meal at the Big Chief site, inviting residents to sample fare and discuss community dishes. Participants include volunteers and local chefs planning a tasting lineup and possible future menus.
Ranger citizen shot by state ranger in murder case
A Ranger resident was killed by a state ranger who later indicted for murder. The jury found the ranger guilty and sentenced him to two years, a sentence deemed mockery by critics who compare it with harsher penalties for theft.
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Ranger
Seed Irish Potatoes At Todd Randall Jennings Sermon Draws Crowd
Sunday at the Methodist church drew the largest congregation of the season. Rev Lee preached compelling sermons that impressed attendees. The report notes people buying seed potatoes and potatoes cheaper at the Farmers Store.
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Methodist Church
Lee
Tom
Dressing table crafted from wash stand by H Ferrill
A dressing table is fashioned from an old wash stand by H Ferrill at Furniture Hospital. The project repurposes familiar furniture into a functional vanity with careful restoration for a refined look.
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G. H. Ferrill
Furniture Hospital
H. Ferrill
Auto Casings Discount Sale Ends Stock Clearance
Special notice announces discount on auto casings as Todd Randals and Jennings discontinue handling. Large stock offered at reduced prices to clear out inventory.
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Todd-Randals & Jennings
Fire destroys residence of Dr Thomas. contents saved
On Thursday morning the home of Dr L B Thomas burned to the top of the roof from an unknown origin. Mrs Thomas was in the kitchen when a neighbor alerted her. Firefighters arrived promptly and saved nearly all the contents of the house.
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L. B. Thomas
Copperas Creek Association Begins Moving Big Timbers
The derrick thakers for the Copperas Creek Oil Association are this week being moved to the A. L. Fisher farm in the McFadden survey on Copperas Creek and derrick building work will start soon. Stock in the Copperas Creek Company is moving along nicely with proposition meeting approval from investors.
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Copperas Creek Oil Association
A. L. Fisher
McFadden
Copperas Creek
Copperas Creek Company
Invest- Ovs
Buy Home-Ground Big Chief Flour and Meal
Advertises Big Chief Flour and Meal as a preferred brand, urging buyers to use no other. The note emphasizes home milling quality and suggests brand loyalty to the product for everyday cooking.
Luckie Well to Resume Drilling Saturday
The Luckie well will resume operations Saturday after setting six and three fourths inch casing and nearing the oil sands. Reports misrepresented the casing status, but the well, once seen as wild cat property, now shows strong producer potential.
Lone Star Oil Drilling Near Callaway Well
The Lone Star Oil Company hauls out supplies to the Callaway ranch south of Comanche as the derrick rises soon. The new Comanche County well signals a promising prospect and draws attention from oil men and locals alike as progress is watched closely.
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Lone Star Oil Company
Callaway Ranch
Comanche
Comanche County
Lone Star
Lone Star Company
Wash Stand by G. H. Ferris at Furniture Hospital
A wash stand crafted by G. H. Ferris stands on view at the Furniture Hospital showroom. The item is presented among other refined pieces, highlighting the maker’s workmanship and the store’s inventory.
Seed Irish Potatoes At Todd Randell And Jennings
Seed Irish potatoes are being offered at Todd Randell and Jennings. The listing promotes home-ground Big Chief seed potatoes for planting, with emphasis on quality and proximity to local gardeners.
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Pure Barrel
Dexter Walling
Home Abstract CO
M. Coleman
E. D .Lane
Ford Tractor
J. J
Comanche Gusher CO
Big Chief
Todd-Randall & Jennings
Thomas
Copperas Creek Association
BIG Timbers
Luckie
Callaway
G. HF. Ferris
Comanche, Produce. CO. D. C
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