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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1944
Page
1
County War Finance Committee announces the January 18 launch of the Fourth War Loan Drive with a national quota of 14 billion dollars for four weeks through February 15. Local chairs list community committees and urge residents to buy war bonds, stressing active support and district leaders in Comanche County alongside marriages, deeds, and selective service updates in the week’s notices.
Captain Reginald Pinkard, son of R. S. Pinkard of Sidney, returns on leave after eighteen months abroad. Bom bardier on a Liberator B-24, he flew twenty six missions across North Africa Italy France and the Low Countries earning the Army Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He says little of his experiences and plans to stay home another week before a new assignment.
The Fort Worth Star Telegram discusses subscription requests by mail for new and old subscribers. It mentions continuing service via mail and signals a push to expand readership.
Comanche records show 1943 rainfall at 19.11 inches, the lightest since 1934 and well below the ten year average of about 29.12 inches. September was the wettest month with 4.42 inches while August had no rain. Mr. Graham notes 1941 was the wettest of the decade.
Mrs. C W Cherry 36 daughter of Mr and Mrs Virgil Carter of Comanche died at her Nocona home after a long illness. Funeral services were held at Nocona Funeral Home with Methodist officials. burial followed in Nocona. Survived by husband C W Cherry a son Cecil Wayne 2 and daughter Sandra Sue 4. sisters Mrs Bove Briscoe Port Worth and Mrs F Clark Nocona. brothers Corporal J W Carter Jr Sheppard Field and Plez Carter Proctoroy.
Ensign William Howard Huett son of Mr and Mrs W H Huett of Comanche graduates from the Naval College for Primary Flight Instructors at New Orleans. Commander Paul E Gillespie presents the Navy Wings and instructor certificate. Huett then taught ground school in Dallas and Army Air Corps cadets before rejoining naval service. He now serves as a flight instructor at Dallas Naval Air Station, a Comanche High School and Howard Payne College alumnus who has resided in Dallas since leaving Comanche.
Walter Chapman announces candidacy for a third term as Commissioner No. 2. He highlights his record and full-time commitment while noting wartime labor and material shortages as ongoing challenges.
H W Allen of Hamilton announces candidacy for reelection as District Attorney of the Second Judicial District. He is described as a leading attorney in the region and a respected statewide figure.
Comanche County deposits in four banks reach a record total of 3,417,572 dollars with War Bond purchases contributing to the rise. The combined deposit figure reflects broad growth across the county’s financial institutions despite prevailing economic conditions.
Funeral rites were conducted for Mrs Hickman with local clergy leading the service. Family members attended as mourners filled the church, reflecting on a life marked by community service and steadfast faith.
Superintendent W Z Compton announced no school in Comanche today after heavy snow halted bus routes and left many cars immobile. About fifty to sixty students reported when classes opened Thursday, and final exams at Comanche High were postponed to Monday and Tuesday.
The Comanche National Bank announced at its stockholders meeting that deposits on December 31 reached a record $1,415,284.53, up $340,000 from 1942. Loans stood at $1,558,469.51. A 10 percent annual dividend was declared, surplus rose by $7,000, undivided profits to $42,000, and all officers and directors were re-elected. Officials listed include W. C. Chilton, T. J. Williams, Robert Eaton, K. L. Macon, and others.
Jay Hugh McNutt, 71, longtime Comanche County resident, died at home after a brief illness Saturday. Funeral at Comanche Funeral Home, Zion Hill Cemetery interment. Survived by wife BoerNell Mullis and several children. active in church and community affairs. Born in Mississippi, he moved to Texas at age six and farmed locally before retirement.
The State National Bank of Comanche held its annual stockholders meeting Tuesday electing officers and directors for the year. The report notes strong year figures with high dividends, surplus funded, and employee bonuses. EB Denny was named director in place of Boyd Anthony who left military service. Dr E Anil Jr of Fort Worth was among stockholders.
A fragmented note thanks unknown recipients for crates of cigarettes received. The message references Tarawa and San Prep, with stray names and unclear details about a device or delivery context.
Durham brothers announce membership in a new wholesale drug company based in Fort Worth. The firm, capitalized at 280200 dollars, is 100 percent owned by Texas and Oklahoma retail pharmacists and aims to expand purchasing power for local druggists.
Fragmentary OCR reads about New Majestic Theatre loading this week with chaotic terms and halted items. It mentions Friday Saturday events and possible dealer or committee notes, suggesting delays and a push toward completion but lacks clear details or names.
Boyce House who ran hard for Lieutenant Governor two years ago will likely be in the race again this year, based on an official announcement.
A list of candidates and re election statuses for county and district offices appears. Names include R B Cross H W Allen D H Moore H H Lockridge Claudia Fisher AYERS and others with terms noted. Diverse precincts referenced and district positions outlined.
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