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Comanche Chief

Location

Comanche, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1920

Page

10

Social notes from Comanche and surrounding towns

Local residents and visitors appear in Comanche area social items including Alva Cox of the First State Bank visiting in Palo Pinto? Prownwood. Ruben and Mrs. Lewis from Sipe Springs visiting relatives. Allen Lee of Fastland visiting his parents in Comanche. Frances Burks of the State University visiting her parents. Miss Nettie Lasseter departing for Albuquerque for business college. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Lee of Ranger visiting W. E. Lee. Camille Fleming returning from a Dallas sanitarium. and the Shelton family planning a temporary move to Temple for eye treatment with preparations to resume homestead in Comanche.

Alva Cox First State Bank Prownwood Ruben Lewis Sipe Springs Allen Lee Fastland W. FE. Lee H. Terry de Leon Marion Wilkerson Fort Worth Dallas E. P. Woodruff Smith & Woodruff San Antonio Frances Burks The State University H. Burks J. A. Rogers Gustine BE. V. Fugatt John L. Peters Carlton Jesse Woodward Howard Payne College R. H. Kelley Sallie Cunningham V. van Winkle Nettie Lasseter Albuquerque N. M Leon Lee Ranger Maud Roberson J. KB. Sheton Edwina Shelton Charles Clarke Clp. St. Clair G. H. Rosen Waxahachie Comanche Rosen Thomas & Moody John Black J. A. Black J. WH. Burnett Waco Burnett S. T. Moore Smith Squire Moore Dublin Heaton Electrical Company Dr Houghton Houghton Tog Holmsleyv Temple W. A. Shelton Lowise Nannie Wade Mr. Shelton Comanche Milling Company Louise Baylor College Belton Malcom Shelton John Tarleton College Stephenville

Society Notes Local Club and Church Activities

Social notes edited by Mrs. R W Scurry outline events from clubs churches and lodges. Readers may phone for items including personal notices and society updates to 496.

R. W. Scurry

Mr and Mrs John Bell Chilton Host Buffet Supper

Mr and Mrs J B Chilton Jr honor guests at a Saturday dinner party on January 24 with a decorated reception hall buffet menu including roast pig and Virginia style dishes. Toaster party features Miss Imogene Smith and Mr Karl Tate among guests and dancers.

John Bell Chilton J. B. Chilton Chilton Mr. Chilton, Jr Imogene Smith Karl Tate Nancy Dieringer John D. Waring Mesdames G. A. Chilton Helmsley Dieringer Enola Garnet Ruth Farmer Angie Slack Christine Donaho Betty Dieringer Louise Scurry Clara Moore Louise Black Estelle Reese Alma Neely Minnie Cunningham John Dieringer Henry Moore Jack Moore Tom Moore Carl Tate Harold Williams Frank Reese Jim Slack Russell Beck Capt. Crawford

Formal dance honors departing guest by Miss Smith

Miss Imogene Smith hosted an informal Monday evening dance honoring Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Chilton Jr. and Mr. Harold Williams who is leaving for Dallas. Young people always enjoy dancing.

Imogene Smith J. B. Chilton, Jr Harold Williams Dallas

Comanche society scenes mix wedding, fashion and civic action

The piece lists guests at an event including Enola Garnett and Miss Lola Ellis, praises Mr Hilburn’s Lyceum impersonation, and notes the wedding of Theodora Moodie and Lola Ellis at the Rice Hotel. It urges Comanche women to join the Improve­ment League, mentions poll tax due, and describes spring fashions, shoes, hats, and fabrics in local stores.

Lyceum Hillburn J. B. Laynes Bill Nye Mr. Hilburn Theodora Moodie Lola H. Ellis Rice William States Jacobs Georgette Sanoma Apartments The Majestic T Houston Chronicle Sanford Moodie Maggie Moodie R. W. Scurrry Comanche Court House Comanche Improvement League

Signs of spring visible in new dresses and suits

After several sunny days the town sees spring signs as shops display new dresses suits and goods. The season's merchandise highlights brighter colors lighter fabrics and refreshed window displays drawing shoppers.

District Court Seeks Help Choosing Best Comanche Yell

Friday evening in the District Court room, judge and attendees invite the public to vote on which high school group delivers the best Comanche Yell. The event blends civic turnout with a campus spirit contest and community engagement.

Guintze Theater Downtime Impacts Local Crews

Labor disruptions at the Guintze Theater affect operations as the city faces a temporary shutdown. Officials report reduced staffing and postponed performances, with maintenance crews meanwhile awaiting guidance on next steps.

ROWBAND'S 10c 15c and 25c Store Ad Offers Low Prices

A local advertisement promises low prices and trade value at ROWBAND'S 10c 15c 25c store. It highlights a clean neat grocery department with cash and carry terms, six months prices on china and hinaware, and a wide selection of household items with several example prices listed. It invites customers to trade and promises good value.

Rowband

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