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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1922
Page
2
Desdemona began construction on a new three story plus basement public school building funded by a $75,000 bond issue purchased by Woodmen of the World. Construction aims for spring and summer completion to serve the town’s students for years, attracting families relocating for the improved facilities.
While plowing a new Desdemona building site, farmer W. H. Bullington struck two quarts of bottled in bond whisky dating to 1914. The bottles, sealed and intact, broke upon plowing and the liquor disappeared back into the soil. The incident ends as a cautionary tale for tillers and builders.
Dublin January 16 Sinn Fein deputies led by Michael Collins seized Dublin Castle ending British authority after 700 years. Lord Fitzalan surrendered powers as crowds cheered while Irish provisional government took over the room of state and guards prepared to hold the castle.
The Supreme Court held a treaty with Italy supersedes Californian law prohibiting Italians from owning property. The appeal by H. B. Herrick to challenge California's statute was refused, and state courts had ruled the 1871 treaty with Italy invalidates the prohibition.
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications. The medicine is taken internally and works through the blood to reach mucous surfaces. Described by a prominent physician, its ingredients are tonic and blood-unifying, with testimonials available. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, Ohio. All druggists, 75 cents. Also Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A fatherly officer aboard a transport three days out from Brest checks on a colored charg e named Sam in hold G-4. Sam says he is not seasick but very sleepy and fears yawning if he lies down, fearing it might trigger more yawning. The exchange highlights wartime humor and discipline aboard a navy vessel.
A January 11 consolidated statement shows total gold reserves at 2.895 billion while Fed notes in circulation total 2.294 billion. The gap of about 602 million implies more gold on hand than currency in use, suggesting the Fed system restrains credit rather than frees it.
Readable notice states Underwood typewriter ribbons are available at the Chief office for purchase or pickup. The item appears as a concise supply update for office equipment.
A collage of witty lines cites the Washington conference on submarine power and autos, jokes about alimony and the kilowatt hour, and quips on weather, floods, theft tricks, holiday shopping, and a slow turtle speed record.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports plans for a women's division at the Southwestern Exposition and Fat Stock Show. Miss Sallve F. Hill directs exhibits with Miss Nette Shultz aiding, showcasing club work in Tarrant County. Awards total hundreds of dollars for best farm budget and weekly menus using home canned produce. Demonstrations include homemade doll furniture, sewing tables, bread, cakes, and clothing made from flour sacks dyed with iron rust.
Buyers seek limited supply of choice peanut hay at 60e per 100. Visit in person or deliver a load to Higginbotham Bros. & Co.
The American party executive committee in this county plans a statement urging voters who backed that ticket two years ago to join the Democratic Primary next July. The piece notes 800 qualified voters last election, 550 straight votes and 250 crossing to help Joe Bailey, with expectations of 1500 or 1600 potential participants.
A modern discovery for quick healing of flesh wounds burns bruises sores and scalds is Liquid Borozone a clear colorless liquid with marvelous healing power. It is sold by Paris Smith in options of 60 cents 80 cents and 1.20 dollars.
Sheriff or constable commanded to publish once weekly for ten days in Comanche County newspaper a probate notice for Mollie Susan Pauline Holifield deceased. Charles B. Purvis seeks probate of will in County Court, hearing set April 3, 1922 at Comanche Courthouse. appearance required. Witness Jennie F B Garrett Clerk. 1922.
The Comanche County Court appointed C. T. Weatherford as temporary guardian of Dahlia Weatherford and A Weatherford, minor, on January 12 1922. The appointment becomes permanent unless contested at the next term beginning April 3 1922 at the Comanche County Courthouse. Interested parties may appear to contest.
Distress after meals is linked to poor digestion. Herbine aids the digestive process, clears impurities from the system, and restores vigor and buoyancy of spirits. Price 68c. Sold by Paris Smith.
A persuasive pitch urges readers to pursue a correspondence business education from Tyler Commercial College in Tyler Texas. It claims practical study from home, including shorthand, bookkeeping, typing, grammar, and business skills, offering a money back guarantee and optional on campus entry. It targets those unable to attend in person, promising future earnings. It asks for name address and course of interest.
An advertisement cites irregular bowel movements causing discomfort and promotes Herbine as a remedy to restore regularity. It lists a price of 6 cents and notes Paris Smith sells it, with a tagline to subscribe for the Chief.
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