Defamation Suit Filed Against Invisible Empire Klan
Miss Melda Meyer sues the Invisible Empire Knight of Ku Klux Klan for 200000 dollars in Houston Federal Court alleging a threatening letter from Richmond Klan No 38 harmed her character. The suit, filed Saturday, names the Georgia incorporated group and cites damages to Meyer's reputation. Bert W. Speed seeks reelection as Char Manche County tax collector citing an effective first term and broad support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Knight
Ku Klux Klan
Georgia
Melda Meyer
Needville
Texas
Pure Louisiana Cane Syrup Direct From New Orleans
A local ad promotes Pure Louisiana Cane Syrup in barrels direct from New Orleans. Todd and Jennings invite customers to bring their jugs to purchase the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
New Orleans
Todd & Jennings
Yost Warns on Pro Football's Impact on College Game
New York January 20 coach Fielding H Yost former Michigan mentor denounces professional football as eroding college values He cites loyalty sacrifice and service as key ideals and urges education first, criticizing international games and uneven eligibility rules. He warns against recruiting turning athletics into a marketable commodity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Fielding H. Yost
University of Michigan
Michigan
New York City
Yost
Comanche Endorsement for Deans Kidney Pills
Mrs W Payne of Comanche testifies Doan's Kidney Pills alleviate kidney trouble and back pain. She recounts dizziness and eye specks from weak kidneys improved by the remedy. Price 60 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY manufactures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
W. Payne
Doan
Dean
Reese seeks reelection as district clerk in Comanche
The column endorses John H. Reese for another term as district clerk praising his records and courtesy. It notes his Comanche roots and public service. The notice also reports Postmaster Henderson adjusting hours to 8 pm drop and 1:30 am train dispatch, enabling one clerk to be released and improving efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Reese
John
Comanche
Henderson
Mort Sullivan
Danger of Letting a Cold Run Its Course
Public health warning urges breaking up a cold before serious complications develop. Authorities promote Kurokol as a new treatment with refunds if it fails after three doses, claiming it stops sneezing, coughing, and cold progression. The piece warns three days cough signals danger and cites wide U S and Canada usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Ballard's Snow Liniment Promises Deep Rheumatism Relief
A remedy that will penetrate is necessary in rheumatism treatment. Ballard's Snow Liniment goes through the flesh to the bone and relieves promptly. Three sizes available. Prices are 0c, 60e and $1.20 per bottle. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Ballard
Paris Smith
Train Schedule Snippet Connects Katy and Dublin
Northbound No 4 Ly WO Deng eterwt initinawe No 8 pe EEE Na BF Lincanceseetitaas 4 34 a m Connects with Katy at Dublin.
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Deng
Lincanceseetitaas
Katy
Dublin
Local notes report cold weather with a Sunday shower
The item notes cold conditions with a Sunday shower that will help. T L Morton suffers ton silitis while Lawrence Boyd had a touch of the flu. J H Eldred and family from Gustine visited J H Cox and family. Young folks attended a party at Mr Lane’s. Mrs Lee Alvis of Rienzi Miss returned home after visiting her brother C F Morton. Miss Lona York visited Miss Nona Morton. Bill Humphrey lost a fine milch cow Friday.
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Harmony Community
Calvin Thomas
Bertha Louise
Aaron Stevens
Bell Co
Hern Harris
Mullen
Linton Smith
New Comanche High School
Mexia
Floyd Gober
de Leon
J. ©. Smith
Homer Lee
Hugh Boyd
Troy
Aubra Lewis
Arthur Jones
Buell
Elmer Fletcher
Henry Lewis
Luther Stevens
Jim Edwards
T. L. Morton
Lawrence Boyd
J. H. Eldred
J. H. Cox
Lona York
Nona B. Morton
Bill Humphrey
Prickly Ash Bitters Promises Digestive Relief
Advertisement notes a stomach upset remedy called Prickly Ash Bitters to restore appetite and digestion. Priced at $1.25 per bottle, with Hamilton Drug Co. and Wm. Reese listed as special agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton Drug Co
Wm. Reese
Pleasant Valley Social Notes and Local Visits
Pleasant Valley progress noted at the school and a Saturday party at Mr. Lacy’s with Sidney guests including Miss Ethel Hilly and the Cox sisters. Visitors listed include Mrs. Emma Redwine, Mr. Jack Nichols, Sid Evans, Effie McCullough, Ola Hillion, Charlie Livingston, Sam Nichols and Catherine, Grover Porter of Blanket visiting Sunday.
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Pleasant Valley School
Sidney
Lacy
Ethel Hilly
Cox
Loya Donaho
Olden
Armal Terrell
Emma Redwine
Evans
Jack Nichols
Sid Evans
Gap
Harmony
Effie McCullough
Ola Hillion
Charlie Livingston
Tom Lacy
Sam Nichols
Catherine
Comanche
Grover Porter
Blanket
Distress After Eating Promised Relief With Herbine
Advertisement noting distress after eating due to poor digestion. Herbine aids digestion, clears impurities, and restores vigor and buoyancy of spirits. Price 60c. Sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Cold wet weather slows Gum Springs farming outlook
Jan 24 note from Gum Springs reports cold rain hindering farm work and widespread delays. Otis Cottrell and wife visit Arbor Springs. Wade Kindrix and family visit Clim Russell. A well attended music at Dinnis and singing Sunday despite weather. locals plan to return next month.
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Otis Cottrell
Arbor Springs
Walter Sonday
Wade
Kindrix
Comanche
Clim Russells
Dinnis
Community Notes From Sweetwater Area Social Update
Mrs Mamie Dinnis of Sweetwater visits her mother Aunt Mat Kerley. Miss Zena Loftis and Mrs Mary Elliott of Robersonville visit cousin Mrs Mamie Marshall. Mr John MecNut and family visit Mr Bob McNut Saturday. Will Kerley and wife visit his parents Thursday. Health conditions good. light misting rain suggests drought relief. Farming hindered by hard ground. Farro brothers of Democrat and others from Comanche attend singing. Will Wetzel and Myrtle of Bangs visit Mrs Wetzel's sister in law. Mr Dinnes moving to Sweetwater. community hosts singing every Sunday and invites all to attend.
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Mamie Dinnis
Sweetwater
Mat Kerley
Zena Loftis
Mary Elliott
Robersonville
Mamie Marshall
John MecNut
Hasse
Bob McNut
Little Will Kerley
W. T. Kerley
Farro Boys
Democrat
Comanche
Will Wetzel
Myrtle
Bangs
Tee Galloway
Arbor Springs Social Roundup and Local Ball Game
Weather remains cold with rain while residents share visits and small gatherings. Mollie Scott visits Rosa Flanagan. Jessie Fay Bradley and Annie Mae Dubin spend weekend with Homer Colline. Downing and Arbor Springs teams meet in a schoolhouse ball game. Downing beats Arbor Springs 25 to 14. Arbor Springs girls win 4 to 0.
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Mollie Scott
Rosa Flanagan
Jessie Fay Bradley
Cotton Grove
Annie Mae
Dublin
Homer Colline
Avery Moore
Jim Moore
John Dean Scott
Downing
Willie Gressett
Carl McNutt
Luther Williams
Community Notes From Stag Creek Weather Mild With No Rain
Local notes report bad weather and no rainfall. Community members attended entertainments at Mr Mason and Mr Nelson homes, box supper at Bible, and singing at Gap. Delegates from Bibb, Gap and Sidney slated to join church-organizing Potato and Watermelon Club. Frank Steel of Sidney to preach at the church house Sunday.
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W. K. Ashinhurst
Eln Grove
M. H. Nelson
Nealy Cox
Lythe May
Era Hood
Frank Pennington
Oak Grove
Ray Nelson
Mac Nelson
Edyth Moore
Eva Hood
Lythe
J. Wi. LaRoque
Mason
E. LaRoque
J. A. Moore
Roxy Baker
Pauline Mason
Erskin Trice
Jessie Chambers
Gap
Fairy Nelson
Delia Ashenhurst
LaRue
Ruthie Nelson
Audie Cleary
Grace Pittman
Ada Pittman
Lola Baker
Carl Nelson
Codie Pittman
Lois Blackshear
Near Gorman
Richard Mason
Henry Jaynes
M. B. Jenson
Sipe Springs
Albert Clement
Breckenridge
Leslie
Gusfine
Church House
Bibb, Gap
Sidney
Frank Steel
World’s Largest University in London Leads Global Rankings
The London university with about 20 000 students is described as the largest in the world and comprises 65 institutions spread across the metropolitan area. The report notes its extensive reach in higher education.
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London University
London
England
Judge Reese Seeks Reelection to County Post
Judge F J Reese announces this week his bid for reelection as county judge. The commissioners court head praises his firm purpose, level head, and conscientious service, urging voters to scrutinize his record and endorse him in the coming primary. The Chief also endorses his second term.
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Bert W. Speed
Comanche County
F. J. Reese
Reese
Commissioners Court
Chief's Country Correspondents Share Local Social News
The Chief praises its country correspondents for detailed county social events coverage. Letters provide a complete record of community happenings and make the paper a welcome visitor in every area. Readers are urged to send news promptly to avoid crowding by other material.
Arial Mall Proposal Highlights Mailroom Security Point
A discussion notes one argument in favor of the arial mall, suggesting it could keep mails out of reach of bandits. The idea centers on improved access control and safer delivery pathways for post.
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Arial Mall
Call for Unity Across Political Divides
The speaker urges maintaining friendship despite warming political tensions. He stresses lawyers and citizens should not part over trials or debates and urges everyone to live together and contribute to government they deem best while remaining cordial.
Chief prints candidate cards and serves county for fifty years
The Chief has long served the people of the county, printing candidate cards and a broad weekly space for social religious and business matters. The paper invites support and pledges to continue serving all residents at fair prices.
Snow Liniment Promoted for Pain Relief
An old advertisement touts Snow Liniment as a remedy for rheumatism back pain lumbago and pleurisy claiming notable merit and effectiveness for these ailments.
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Constance Talmadge
Thomas Meighan
Conrad
Frank Mayo
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Deplores
St. Louis
San Francisco
Frisco
ST. Louis Southwestern RY
Comanche Ly
Hamilton Ar
Waco
NTT Pearl
Hebron
Pleasant Valley
Gum Springs
Stag Creek
Chicago
P. A. Starck Piano CO
Starck
Ad Vance
Starck Bldg
R.F.D
J. R. Eanes & Company
J. R. Eanes
Jno
D. Waring
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