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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1924
Page
1
About twenty cars of peanuts have been shipped from Connecticut this season with shipments now at the rate of one car per day. Each car averages around 5000 pounds in value, market price near $1.65 per bushel, reflecting steady demand and sales figures.
Supt. J Larne returns after ten days with flu as Comanche schools end the winter term and prepare to start the spring term on Monday January 28. Authorities report excellent condition and progress with a strong teaching staff and two new courses added this year.
W F Bennett sold his residence in the northwest of Comanche to R F Allen for 31.40 cash. The property is described as good real estate, and Allen and his family plan to move there this week to make it their home, after Bennett moved to Stephenville earlier.
W. H. Schick of Dallas has bought the lease on the Home Bakery from W. A. Shelton. The new lessee, a highly recommended professional baker, promises to supply bread and pastries of all kinds.
Members of the New Baptist Church expect their new minister Kevwd to arrive from Mercedes but unsure if he will preach Sunday.
Stimpson of Mercer Gay underwent an operation this week performed by a local physician. For several days her condition was critical, but latest reports say she is recuperating rapidly.
Pollowins licenses issued since January 18 include Moore with Miss Grace Roiles J T Guthrie with Miss Anabel Masters J C Gaddy with Miss Hilda Walker Clyde Hedge with Miss Selma Sides WR Elliot with Miss Beulah Jones A N Stokes with Miss Frie Reese and others.
Finest Cade sold to Oscar Callaway the northwest adjoining half section for 16000 pounds. Cade moved to Austin due to his wife's health. The tract, settled by Drew B Cade, was once rented by Freest Cade and valued at 10000. Callaway previously sold 210 acres north of his ranch to Perry Carmichael for 10000.
Miss Hilda Walker wed Mr James tinddy geere Sunday morning at the family home by Rev J D Smoot. They left for Los Angeles to start life together. The bride wore a navy blue suit with grey hat and shoes. Immediate family attended. The groom is a Los Angeles businessman formerly with H Brin Co. Local note about poultry prices follows.
Supt. Romeo Walker announces a February 1 and 2 tournament in Comanche to decide Comanche county's champion. The winner advances to the district meet in Brownwood by February 16. Six teams Compete: Comanche De Leon Gustine Sidney Downing and Huisse or Lamkin.
The Chief repeats the Bok Peace Plan and urges use of the ballot or mailing it. A voting box is in the post office lobby for votes or ballots sent to the address on the ballot. Norrid and Prater at 220 offer 15 cents for hens on Tuesday.
A wedding toast celebrates two paths joining as one and wishes happiness, wealth, long life, and enduring love for the bride and groom. The blessing imagines a joyful journey under bright skies with flowers of joy and enduring contentment guiding their days.
Comanche county records show about 3900 poll taxes paid up to yesterday with six days left in January. Over the past week about 900 payments were received, averaging 150 daily, and officials expect a surge as the deadline approaches.
Miss Merwin outlines the music supervisor’s work from elementary singing to grammar and high school emphasis on rhythm expression and ensemble work. Her explanation notes that early training builds melody, eye‑ear coordination, and eventual interpretation with a view to choir, orchestra, and glee club activities.
P K Mackey tells a Chief representative that town interest lags but rural lodges and churches plan to buy. He argues a hospital boosts local business through nurses, patients, hotels, and services and promises a campaign to sell stock once weather improves, aiming to replicate liberty bond efforts.
Fragmentary obituary notices report the death of Jack Hardin at a young age from pneumonia. The item mentions his grandfather John Anthony, Percy Hardin and a Foley reference, with additional scattered names and places such as Angelina Canali Milford Mass and Randolph Clark, but details are incomplete.
The county health nurse Miss Albritton completed work in Comanche two ward schools last week and now covers rural schools. She spends one day per forty pupils and will stay as long as needed. This week she visits Brysonville Democrat Gum Springs and Duncan schools.
Secretary W D Carroll reports that J L Slatten Grand Master of Odd Fellows of Texas will give an address at an open meeting in the Odd Fellows hall next Wednesday night. Local and county lodges including Rebekah members are invited to attend.
The American Legion Band will perform a free community concert in the high school auditorium this evening at 8 o'clock. Director A. J. Campbell leads a varied program including March Militaire No. 1, operatic pieces, Morning, The Conquered, and Southern Melodies. All are welcome to attend.
Brunk's original Brunk's Comedians arrive in Comanche Sunday night and stay through the week starting Monday night. The company promotes a fresh lineup from major play bureaus with a slogan The Cleanest Show in the World. A feature band will accompany nightly performances and a Monday square concert. Opening play Granny is a four act comedy drama with strong plot and humor. The heated tent promises homey comfort for a gala amusement week.
Miss Lizzie Ford had a serious accident Tuesday afternoon while visiting Mrs. A. L. Hamilton. She slipped and fell on the steps, cutting a long gash on her arm and breaking a small bone near the wrist, also receiving a head blow. A physician set five stitches in her arm. She was carried home and was resting well at last accounts.
A temporary Lions Club in Comanche formed last Monday evening at Ridgeway hotel with Brownwood representatives including Rev R R Rives D J Johnson W D Armstrong and Alden S Young. Talks outlined club aims and work and a February visit to complete organization hoped for about thirty to forty charter members.
Green A. Jack Palmer of Oak Cliff died after stumbling on a track and being struck by a Dallas Fort Worth inter urban car. He lived in Comanche years ago and married Pearl Waldrop. Survived by a widow a son and a daughter. Sister-in-law Mrs. Will Roberson travels to Dallas to be with family.
Comanche women joined Gustine Parent-Teacher Association meeting last week at the Gustine school. Speakers included Mrs. W G Dingus on P T A aims, Mrs. E E Anthony on earning money, Mrs. J B Chilton on health nurse value, with Miss Merwin singing, followed by refreshments.
Miss Annabel Masters and Mr J T Guthrie married Saturday evening at Rev J D Smoot's residence. Bride wore midnight blue velvet. They depart for Selma Alabama to reside. she is daughter of A B Masters and a Dallas business college graduate. Guthrie former Comanche resident and nephew of W W Kilpatrick. foreman in Be Ala switch yards.
Higginbotham presents Star Parasite Remover added to drinking water to keep chickens healthy deter insects increase egg production and offer money back if not satisfied. The notice references product 220.
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