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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1932
Page
3
A local retailer announces a sale of damaged articles not harmed by fire water or heat. The notice emphasizes drastic price cuts to move all damaged stock regardless of price and urges customers to shop the clearance event.
A long list of Comanche residents and relatives visiting families across Texas is noted. Harriett Cunningham visits grandmother W. B. Cunningham. O Moore and Mrs Sam Hatchett of Washington, D C. Carl Stewart and daughter of Colorado visit Mr and Mrs H L Stewart. Eugene Neely of Dallas spends the weekend in Comanche.
The County Court of Comanche County Texas on June 6 1932 granted letters of administration to Marion Wilkerson for Ellen FE Bryson deceased. All persons with claims against the estate must present them by the prescribed date to the administrator at Comanche Texas.
I T Dixon of Proctor ends a 21 year rural delivery career with June 30 retirement. A June 25 party honored his 69th birthday and service. gifts included a Leather Bound Bible from Montgomery Ward and silverware from DeLeon representatives. Dixon began in 1910, logged 10k miles yearly across Routes 1 and 2, and never used horses except for most years. He plans rest at home with wife Mary L. Dixon on their 52 acre farm near Proctor and his son Walter will continue the routes.
A compact advert from D. C. Bailey Produce Co. proclaims they pay the top prices for cream, chickens, and eggs, inviting suppliers to contact the firm for business.
The Alice Russell Sunshine Club met at Mrs. Gee Clarke's home Tuesday afternoon June 28. Mrs. T. T. Clemons led a study period with several members who attended the School of Instruction at DeLeon and gave short talks. A social hour followed with refreshments. The next meeting is set for July 12 at Mrs. Clemons' home.
The Church of Christ announces regular services with preaching by two congregation members. Clarence Bryant will preach at Sidney on Sunday. The First Sunday Singing moves to Comanche at 3 PM this time.
Harrison Smith announces batteries for wholesale and retail distribution through Dudley Tire Company. The notice highlights availability and catalog at the firm.
Poultry prices improve with a better outlet at WNorrid Produce Co. Fryers and hens accepted for top rates as the firm invites the public to bring stock for cash.
Mrs A B Haworth will discuss Much Needed Tax Reforms on KFPL Dublin radio station Thursday July 5 from 3:00 to 3:30 PM and again from 8:00 to 8:30 PM. The notice appears in the 11Adv section.
A promotional line urging sellers to enhance butter appeal by using sturdy cartons and genuine vegetable parchment to attract buyers and elevate product presentation.
The Kerley family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness during the illness and death of husband and father W T Kerley. Your thoughtfulness comforted him in his last days and is deeply appreciated by Mrs. W T Kerley and the children.
Feed for turkeys advertised by Reese Drug Co offering powdered tobacco to nourish flocks and reduce intestinal worms.
Mrs A J Baker longtime county resident died at her granddaughter’s home in Zephyr at 7 15 p m Thursday June 23 after a 12 week illness. Funeral services were held Friday June 24 at 3 p m at the Zephyr residence with Rev J D Smoot of Comanche officiating. She was born March 28 1853 and moved from Stephenville to Zephyr about 40 years ago. Survived by husband three sons Will Jordan Brownwood A J Baker Jr Zephyr J L Baker Bakersfield California a granddaughter Mrs T N Wadsworth Zephyr and several great grandchildren. All children attended except J L Baker of California.
Farmers Produce Co advertises constant top prices for chickens eggs and produce, offering world wide outlets to pay sellers promptly.
Mrs. C. G. Whitten and her child returned home after spending several weeks in Abilene, as residents hear calls to support local Texas Louisiana Power Co. institutions.
W G Herring announces he may enter the race for State Representative. He notes friends pressuring him to run and suggests he could issue a platform before primaries if demand becomes urgent. The statement reflects potential Independent candidacy amid dissatisfaction.
Mrs W H Satterfield entertained the Friday Club and guests with seven tables of bridge. Green and lavender decor complemented cut flowers and a salad course. High scores went to Mesdame Ira Clemons for the club and Mrs John Reese for the guests. Second highs were Mesdames Homer Palmers and G A Chilton. Out of town guest Mrs Bill Singletary of Dallas attended.
Local notice announces Seale at Home Produce Co offering cream, produce, poultry, and eggs for sale. The brief item highlights available farm goods and invites customers to purchase directly from the producer.
Officials of Lakewood at Brownwood announce the annual swimming and diving championships set for July Fourth with A J Zihlman and H H Gilliam organizing a full program. Races start at 3 PM with junior and senior men in separate events and women in a single division. Prizes for first and second are funded by local Brownwood merchants. Public invitation extended.
Miss Pollyanna Speed hosts a farewell party for Miss Tommy Zell Norwood who moves with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Noah Norwood to Stephenville. The event at Mrs. B. W. Speed’s home featured a new table game Bug and refreshments for guests including Wynn Mae Dillard Ellen Anthony Waltrie Duckett Garry Palmer Adelle Neely Harriett Cunningham Roy Esmond Wallace Dorothy Lee Stewart and Rebecca Isham.
W T Kerley 79 a Gum Springs community resident died at home Tuesday June 28 after weeks of illness. Funeral was held Wednesday at 1 00 p m at Oakwood Cemetery with Rev Howard Moore. He was born in Arkansas in November 1852 and came to Texas at age nine. He married Roberson fifty seven years ago and lived in Bosque county before settling in Gum Springs. He was a long time Zion Hill Baptist Church member and helped build the community. Survived by his widow and children J S Kerley Will E Kerley Vernie Kerley of Comanche and siblings Doc Kerley Wilson Ed Kerley Mollie Murphy and Betty Kerley.
Notice from Dublin Cream Station urging sellers to choose Spruill at the Creamery for poultry and dairy service.
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