Commissioners’ Court Orders Justice Court Move and Appointments
The court changes the Justice Court location from Sipe Springs to Sap in Precinct 6 and authorizes monthly sessions in February, April, June, August, October and December. It names Dr. A J Gray of Comanche as County Health officer for two years at $600 yearly, approves pauper aid for Mary Guyear, reduces taxes on 200 acres of A Hope survey by $4.55, and allocates $61.75 from road and bridge funds to Precinct 3 for a culvert.
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Sipe Springs
Sap
Justice of the Peace
A. J. Gray
Comanche
Texas
Marriage Licenses Issued for Stacy and Davis
J. H. Stacy married Miss Willie Davis as a license docket shows in the local civic records. The certificate reflects a formal marriage license granted by the county clerk.
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J. H. Stacy
Miss Willie Davis
Visits of the Stork
Born to Mr. and Mrs. Bill Smith near Energy a boy. A girl born near Beattie. Dan ham Beattie reports a girl. Marvin Isey Hasse a boy. Sid Ford Gistine a boy.
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Mrs
Bill Smith
Energy
Niis
Beattie
Danham
Marvin Isey
Hasse
Sid Ford
Gistine
The High Cost of Friends by James Montgomery Flagg
A humorous extract from February American Magazine critiques friendship. It jokes that even close friends annoy, quoting playful lines about tires punctured by enemies and the affectionate irritations of social calls and one’s own green looking appearance.
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James Montgomery Flagg
Camille
How To Give Quinine To Children
FABRILINE is a tasteless Quinine syrup marketed for children and adults who cannot take ordinary Quinine. It does not upset the stomach or cause nausea or nervousness and is easy to take without alerting children to the medicine. Ask for the 2 ounce original package. the bottle is labeled FEBRILINE and priced in cents.
Russians Resume Offensive in Poland
Russian forces concentrate on three sides of German positions in Poland while Germans attempt to hold ground. Russians threaten east Prussian communications, claim to have breached Austrian resistance in Transylvania, and press to open Hungary. Austrian defeats drive them back to Alpine passes as Russians advance.
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Poland
Transylvania
Now -Hungary
Hungary
Turks Offensive Broken and Defeats Reported
In the south the Turks have suffered many defeats as their armies are halted and Russian territory cleared of Turkish troops. Military authorities say the Ottomans can no longer threaten seriously. A reported Turkish victory over British troops in Egypt is offset by desert barriers that impede invasion from Turkey.
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Egypt
Turkey
Artillery Fighting on the French Frontier
Reports from France describe ongoing artillery battles and infantry skirmishes on the frontier after the recent engagement at Siaisons. Troop movements have caused speculation about German next moves, but no large-scale action is expected before spring.
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France
Siaisons
Relief for Tenant Farmers Dominates Texas Legislature
In Fort Worth, leaders of the Farmers' Educational & Cooperative Union of Texas urge a rural credit bill and legal reform to curb rental abuses by landlords and brokers. They argue the Legislature should expand opportunity, not penalties, and invite the Texas Bankers Association to help draft a sound bill. Leaders include W. D. Lewis and Peter Radford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Texas
Federal Census Bureau
Texas Bankers’ Association
W. D. Lewis
Farmers’ Educational & Co-operative Union of Texas
Peter Radford
Farmers’ Educational & Cooperative Union of America
State YMCA convention to convene at A and M College
The State Convention of the Texas Young Men's Christian Association meets February 18 to 21 at Texas A&M College College Station. About 300 delegates from city railroad and college YMCAs will hear prominent religious and international speakers led by Dr. George W. Truett and others. The new $75,000 YMCA building at A&M, one of 788 Association structures in North America, hosts the sessions.
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College Station
Texas
Texas Young Men’s Christian Associations
A. & M. College
L. A. Coulter
Dallas
Coulter
Convention of Christian Workers
George W. Truett
First Baptist Church
George J. Fisher
International Committee For Physical Work
James A. Whitmore
International Committee For the Religious Work Department
Men and Religion Forward Movement
G.S. Billheimer
Southwest
Denver
Charles G. Hurvey
International Committee
New York City
John L. Hunter
Railroad
College Y. M. C. A
South
Association
United States
Canada
America
British Air Raid Causes Casualties Amid Blackout
A German night raid on England during the early week strikes coastal towns, causing damage and several civilian deaths. Police plans for such contingencies allowed lightouts to hide cities, but airships were still located. Women and children were among the casualties.
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England
Pleurisy and Back Pain Relief Advertised by Snow Liniment
Pleurisy pains occur below the ribs while Yumba go affects the same region toward the back. Ballard's Snow Liniment is promoted as the remedy for both. When rubbed in thoroughly it eases pain relaxes muscles and helps the patient move about. Prices 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Rucker News Highlights Local Health and Social Happenings
The region reports better health with no serious illness. Locals prepare for farming and attend Liberty Sunday School and a Saturday night singing at W. T. Day's. Brice Allsup visits from Delta county, and Miss Helpentine Hale moves in with her sister Mollie James. Andy Torrence sentenced for insanity.
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Liberty
W. T
Brice Allsup
Delta County
E. M. Allsup
Helpentine Hale
Bell County
Mollie James
Andy Torrence
Charley Terrence
Toil du Nords at Rob erson Sisters
The note references a performance or event titled Toil du Nords involving Rob erson Sisters, suggesting a page or club listing in a local newspaper. Details remain limited due to fragmented OCR.
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Toil du Nords
Roberson Sisters
Inauguration of James E. Ferguson and William P. Hobby
Austin January 19 6000 people attended the inauguration of Governor James E. Ferguson and Lieutenant Governor William P. Hobby in a joint Texas Senate House session. The oath was administered by Associate Justice Nelson Phillips due to the absence of Chief Justice T J Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
House
James E. Ferguson
William P. Hobby
Beaumont
Texas
Ferguson
Colquitt
Senate
T. J. Brown
Nelson Phillips
Dangers of a Cold and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
An article warns that colds, not only minor ailments, can lead to serious diseases and urges prompt treatment. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a helpful, loosening and expectorant medicine to defeat a cold, claiming availability through all dealers.
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Chamberlain
State YMCA committee plans Texas convention at A and M College
The Texas Young Men's Christian Associations announce a state convention to be held at A and M College in February 1821 under the State Committee based in Dallas. Key officers include William A. Wilson as Chairman and Rhodes S. Baker H. H. Simmons and W. T. Mather as Vice Chairs with L. A. Coulter as State Secretary. The group reports over $500,000 raised for buildings equipment and debt reduction and notes extensive outreach to high schools and older boys through correspondence and visits.
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Texas Young Men’s Christian Associations
A. & M. College
Dallas
William A. Wilson
Houston
Rhodes S. Baker
H. H. Simmons
Hillsboro
W. T. Mather
The
State University
R. E. L. Sherard
L. A. Coulter
J. L. Hunter
O. E. Wood
Texas
Coulter
State Committee
Local Visitors and Residents Listed in Comanche Notes
Brownwood and nearby towns see a string of visitors and returnees. W G Baxter of Brownwood visits. Geo Smith and wife and son return from Dublin. Will Roberson comes home from Chilton ranch. Emma Clark back in Toyah. W G Dingus returns from Fort Worth. Jesse Hughes and Lee Hamilton arrive from Llano. Hal Baxter and wife pass through en route to Hamilton. Mrs J S Mayes returns to Brownwood after visiting relatives. Mrs Jesse Moody Mason from Brownwood spends a few hours. Dr McMordy of Hamilton visits Comanche. Ira Gergeness returns after months with Harrison Theatre. Gib Callaway in town during District Court adjournment. A G Lovejoy of Dallas attends business. Major Newt Hall of New York at the bedside of Judge Hall.
Mary Harris Returns to Dallas to Teach Voice
Miss Mary Harris arrived in Dallas Tuesday morning to teach voice. She is accompanied by Miss French of Kaufman who has been visiting the Misses Morris during the holidays.
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Mary Harris
Dallas
French of
Kaufman
Morris
One Strap Purses Debut At Roberson Sisters
The latest fashion item at Roberson Sisters features one strap purses touted as the newest bag trend.
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Roberson Sisters
Five Cents Proves It Free Trial Offer
A local advertisement promotes a five cent funded free trial package from Foley & Co. Chicago. The trial includes Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs colds croup bronchial and lagrippe coughs plus Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets. Wm Reese Drug Co distributes in town.
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Foley & Co
Chicago
Ill
Foley
Wm. Reese Drug Co
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Claims
A druggist offers PAZO OINTMENT with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days. The first application brings ease and rest enjoyed.
New Novelties Line at Roberson Sisters Store
A line of the latest novelties is on display at Roberson Sisters Store offering fresh gadgets and gifts for shoppers seeking new items this season.
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Roberson Sisters
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Commissioners’ Court
Mary Guyear
M. T. Bowden
W. J. Nabers
W. G. Herring
M. S. Gaines
George Montgomery
Board Church
Tom Davis
Jersey
P. O. Box
J. B. Chilton
Ednad L. Jones
W. T. McPherson
Sudan
Leguna
Dawson
R. T. Jones
Sidney
Kearby & Kearby
Masonic Temple
Turky
ADK
Farmers’ Union
Union
Y.M.C. A
Rucker News
Higginbotham’s
Jones
Homer Wilhelm
Jesse Hughes
Frank Strother
Y. M.C.A. State Committee
C. R. Hoon
Masonic
Comanche, Texas
W. G. Baxter
Brownwood
Will Roberson
Chilton
Lamesa
Emma Clark
Toyah
W. G. Dingus
Lee Hamilton
Llano
Hal Baxter
Hamilton
J. S. Mayes
Jesse Moody Mason
Dr. McMordy of
Ira Gerganess
Harrison Theatre Company
Gib Callaway
Gatesville
A. G. Lovejoy
Newt Hall
New York
Judge Hall
Holland’s Magazine
Farm & Ranch
Oricyde
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