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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1932
Page
5
The Comanche Chief lists district officials including District Judge Jon H Eidson County Judge W T House Sheriff Dwight M Brightman District Attorney Tom L Robinson and County Treasurer Florence Sturkie IVA Hart with several county commissioners and clerks named. Also advertised are butter cartons and moisture resistant vegetable parchment from Home Produce Co for better sale of dairy and produce items.
A reader testimony says Adlerika helped relieve gas and stomach distress after trying doctors. It claims the product cleanses the upper and lower bowels to remove poisons that cause nervousness and sleeplessness. The note cites a German doctor’s remedy and mentions a local drugstore agent.
Miss Jo Gray daughter of Comanche residents Dr. and Mrs. A. J. Gray has been named Laboratory Technician at Medical Arts Hospital in Brownwood. She completed a six month course in laboratory techniques in St. Louis with honors and perished a standout student at Comanche High School known for debating and activity.
Mrs Mae West of St Louis recounts losing 20 pounds in four weeks after one box of Kruschen Salts. She says she lost fat, gained energy, and never felt hungry. The ad urges half teaspoon in hot water each morning before breakfast and promises money back if unsatisfied.
Mrs. Mary Cox died at her daughter Mrs. J B Merchant home at 5 AM after a month long illness begun with a stroke. Funeral services were held at the residence at 4 PM led by Rev. Gordon Barrett. Interment followed in Oakwood Cemetery. She was born January 16 1856 in Anderson County Texas and died at nearly 76. Survived by daughters Mrs. J B Merchant Mrs H B Courtney and sons J H Cox R L Cox J F Cox and R A Cox. A brother Steve Webb also survives. She joined the Baptist Church in childhood and was a member in Comanche at death.
M. C. Butler announces he is located at the J. J. Tate Blacksmith Shop and offers all kinds of auto repairing and general garage work at very reasonable prices. He invites customers to give him their business.
Buck and Lizzie Anderson of Hamilton County Texas marked their 55th wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve at daughter’s home near Lamkin. The couple wed December 24 1876 in a log cabin near Hico after a snowbound delay. They have four living children and five grandchildren. Mrs. Anderson was born in Georgia and moved to Texas as a teen. Buck Anderson a Hamilton Comanche county pioneer recalls early frontier life and travels to Belton for milling.
Miss Jimmie Browning and Leroy K. Pinnell wed in a ring ceremony at Highland Heights Methodist parsonage Sweetwater officiated by Rev J E Stevens. Bride a 1931 Brownwood High School graduate and Central Texas School of Oratory alumna. Groom, son of Mrs P J Pinnell, works as Assistant Manager of the F W Woolworth Store in Sweetwater. They will reside at 207 Pecan Street.
First Grade students Geraldine Westerman Jonnie Lee Broome Dorothy Jeane Maupin and Arthur Hodge are named on the honor roll. Third Grade student Olean Richardson earns distinction. Fourth Grade students John Barbee and Leland Wesermar are listed for academic achievement.
Mrs Bell Webb and nephew Seb Lane of Proctor visited Cal Webb on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Thomas Manning of Oklahoma are visiting this week. Mr and Mrs Dave Rush hosted a musical Saturday night. Orie McDonald of Fort Worth is visiting his parents here this week.
We save you money on Meats. Get your Ice and Ice Cold Melons from us. Hauling and Truck Service. Peertesn Produce Co.
A health note explains sour stomachs from over-stimulated stomach nerves and excess acid. It advocates Phillips' Milk of Magnesia as the tasteless, approved alkali dose to neutralize acid and cure indigestion. Also mentions Phillips' Dental Magnesia toothpaste for healthy gums and teeth protection.
A letter notes Robert E. Lee born January 19 and Stonewall Jackson on January 21. The author pledges to fly the Star Spangled Banner at home on those dates and to display the Stars and Bars of the Confederacy as a memorial to deceased soldiers.
Ruth’s Fruit Stand on the Higginbotham lot at the southwest corner of the square offers fresh fruits vegetables nuts and other goods at low prices. A. M. Ruth notes onion plants are available now and frost proof cabbage plants will be added in a few days.
An old advertisement warns a sore throat can lead to serious illness and promotes Thoxine as a prescription remedy. It claims rapid relief, targets the internal cause, and stops coughs from irritation. The ad assures safety for the family and a money back guarantee.
Farmersville residents Pat Scott and family spend winter with W. C. Cox kin. New families move in from Beattie and Elm Grove while locals join weekly services at Christian and Baptist churches. Local visits include Weldon Echols and Forest Chambers families. dinner honors Pat Scott.
Don’t drive on worn tires choose Firestone Gum-Dipped Tires for added strength and safety. The Gum-Dipping process toughens the cord body and the two extra cord plies under the tread enhance puncture resistance. Longer wear and better grip promise value in 1931 with Firestone’s efficient production and distribution. Drive in today for the lowest prices in history.
The McNutt family expresses sincere appreciation to neighbors and friends for kindness during Charlie McNutt illness and for flowers and sympathy after his death and burial. Signed by Mia, Charlie McNutt and children, J. R. McNutt and family.
The Commissioners Court of Comanche County Texas will receive competitive bids up to 10 AM January 11 1952 at the Court House in Comanche for one or more clutch operated wheeled scoops of one yard capacity. The court may reject all bids. If a contract is made warrants may be issued for payment not to exceed 2500 at 6 percent interest maturing no later than 1986. W T House County Judge.
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