Notice of Trustees Sale of Solomon Ingram Land in Comanche County
Substitute Trustee Thos. W. Dunlap will sell at public outcry on July 7, 1914 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Comanche County Courthouse for cash the Solomon Ingram place, 75 acres in Comanche County 12 miles south southeast of Comanche, adjoining Gustine. The sale secures a $1,200 bond and interest due May 1, 1913 with related costs, under a Deed of Trust dated May 1, 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon Ingram
E. C. Ingram
Comanche County
Texas
Horace H. Cobb
W. C. Belcher Land Mortgage Company
Tarrant County
Court House
Comanche
State of Texas
Thos. W. Dunlap
Notice of Sheriff Sale in Comanche County Texas
The State of Texas Comanche County sheriff announces a public sale under a district court writ in Hicks vs Lusk No 3112. On the first Tuesday in August 1914 the property in Comanche county near Comanche city will be sold for cash, describing part of the Jno Duncan survey and a two acre Baxter tract with metes and bounds from the N W corner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Comanche
District Court
Comanche County
S. J. Hicks
W.D. Lusk
Court House
Jno. Duncan
Texas
T. C. Baxter
E. E. Anthony
N. W
Varas
S. W
Baxter
Property levied on in Raby tract to satisfy Lusk judgment
Four to ten varas for the north corner of Marshall tract and the northeast corner of this tract define a western line of 147 varas to the beginning. The property of W F Raby is levied to satisfy a $1487.00 judgment in favor of W D Lusk plus costs. Sheriff Jack Cunningham signs this June 23 1914.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. W
Marshall Tract
N. E
Varas
W. F. Raby
W. D. Lusk
Jack Cunningham
Sheriff Conducts Auction Of Comanche Property In 1914 Case
In Comanche County Texas on June 23 1914 Sheriff Jack Cunningham sells at public auction under an alias execution from the district court of Scurry County in the case C C Marrett versus Tom Leach et al No 765. The property is Lot in block 87 Wrights addition Comanche city including a house, leviable to satisfy a 637.67 judgment less 147.05 credits and court costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Texas
Comanche
District Court
Scurry County
A.D
C. C. Marrett
Tom Leach
Court House
Comanche County
Texas
Wright
N. W
W. W. Smith
Jack Cunningham
Hotel Announcement North of the Square
Mrs. M. C. McNeill advertises a newly opened hotel just north of the square offering clean rooms good table and home cooking at a fair price with phone contact 207.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. C. McNeill
Tuberculosis Tops Texas Mortalities in May Report
May deaths in Texas reached 2,074 with tuberculosis of the lungs causing 214 fatalities and pneumonia 92. The vital statistics report lists 3,696 births, including 1,769 white males and 132 black males, 1,536 white females and 147 black females. A Mexican woman in Presidio was killed by a bomb in April. Five deaths were over 100 years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
R. B. Babcock
State Registrar of Vital Statistics
Bright
Presidio
McGee’s Baby Elixir Ad Promotes Stomach Relief
An advertisement urges homes with infants to keep McGee's Baby Elixir for sour stomach wind, diarrhoea, or summer complaint. It emphasizes it contains no opium or morphine and sells for 25 or 50 cents per bottle, via Paris Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Smith
Spann Attacks Ball at Gustine Campaign Rally
F. M. Spann of Temple spoke in Gustine for James E. Ferguson detailing claims on Ball tax records and finances. He cited Harris county tax omissions and high salaries, arguing Ball is dishonest or improvident and unfit for governor. About a hundred attendees listened closely to the remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. M. Spann
Temple
James E. Ferguson
Gustine
Ferguson
Harris County
Ball
Notice of Civil Service Examination in Comanche Texas
The post office department announces a competitive examination on July 18 1914 in Comanche Texas for postmasters at Gap Gustine Proctor and Sidney fourth class offices. Patrons seeking to take the exam should apply to their postmaster in Comanche for application forms and literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
Comanche
Texas
Gap
Gustine
Proctor
Sidney
Revival Meetings On Comanche Circuit Announced
Revival meetings on the Comanche circuit are scheduled at Cottonwood July 11 to 22 White Point July 23 to August 2 Indian Creek August 2 to 16 Sidney August 13 to 23 and Duncan August 23 to September 2 Pastor H B Clark invites cooperation of all Christians as souls are sought for salvation and the cause of Christ advanced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Cottonwood
White Point
Indian Creek
Sidney
Duncan
H. B. Clark
Comanche Circuit
Herbine Liver Tonic Ads Claim Health Benefits
When you feel lazy or yawn through the day it claims a torpid liver causes impurities. HERBINE cures disorders from an inactive liver. It strengthens the liver, cleanses the bowels, and restores health. Price 50 cents. Sold by Paris Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Smith
Original Old Settler Claims by Chief Exponent Line
The Chief Exponent asserts pioneer lineage for its staff and stockholders. Born in 1873, the editor traces roots to Bowie county and Collin McKinney. The paper’s leaders claim deep Comanche County origins and pride in Texas frontier heritage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche Publishing Co
Chief-Exponent
Bowie County
Texas
Texas & Pacific
Texarkana
Jonesboro
Jefferson
Collin Jaynes
Collin McKinney
Collin County
McKinney
North Texas
Comanche
Causes No Stomach Troubles and Health Advice
Advertisement notes sedentary habits and poor digestion cause stomach troubles. It lists factors like lack of outdoor exercise, insufficient mastication, constipation, liver torpor, worry and over eating. Recommends correcting habits and taking Chamberlain's Tablets, sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Proscription Sparks Debate Over Fair Play and Patronage
The Chief Exponent describes a clash over proscription at Gustine and Sipe Springs, citing a merchant who brands the paper Ferguson anti prohibition. The editor defends open discussion, urges readers to withdraw support from those who deny both sides, and calls for fair play in circulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gustine
Sipe Springs
Ferguson
Piles Cured in Days Promise PAZO Ointment
The advertisement claims PAZO OINTMENT cures itching bleeding or protruding piles in six to fourteen days with the first application bringing ease and rest. It guarantees a refund if curing fails within the stated period and lists a price of 60 cents.
Local Parade Auto Decoration Contest Rules
Farmers Lodge announces a parade contest with two classes. Class A offers a $25 premium for best decorated vehicle advertising a business. Class B offers a $10 premium for best decorated nonadvertising auto wagon or buggy. Entry fees differ, judging by three officials, and entrants are grouped by advertising use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eac
W O. W. Lodge
S. C. Findley
Ibre Gage
Best Medicine in the World Says Mrs Orvis
Mrs William Orvis of Clare Michigan says Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy cured her little girl’s severe dysentery. She declares it the best medicine in the world and reports it is sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Orvis
Clare, Mich
Old Settlers Notice Seeks Longtime Readers Names
The Chief Exponent invites readers who have supported the paper since its first issue 42 years ago to submit their names. Those listed will receive a life time paid subscription. Contact the paper to be included for records and safekeeping.
Quarterly Conference Held At Cottonwood Church
The third Quarterly Conference of the Comanche Circuit ME Church South for 1913 14 will be at Cottonwood church July 11 1914 with preaching at 11 am by Rev S J Vaughn and conference at 2 pm A hearty dinner on the ground and cordial invitation to all members and friends are urged by H B Clark Pastor Comanche Circuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
South
Cottonwood Church
S. J. Vaughn
H. B. Clark
Comanch
Poison antidote ad for Ballard Snow Linime
An advertisement notes Ballard Snow Linime as a prompt treatment for insect stings or bites poisons. It claims antiseptic and healing effects and lists bottle prices 25, 50 cents and 1 dollar, sold by Parad Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parad Smith
Missing tackle box from buggy near Upper Dublin bridge
Notice from C. M. Moore seeking the return of a fishin tackle box taken from a buggy near the Upper Dublin bridge on Friday June 26 between 1 and 5 pm. No questions asked if returned to Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon
Dublin
Ros. Bridge
C. M. Moore
Candidates for Congressmen-at-Large to Speak at Comanche Meeting
Candidates for Congressmen-at-Large J. H. Davis Jas H Lowry and Will A Harris will deliver addresses at the Central West Texas Log Rolling Association meeting in Comanche on July 16 17 1914. The event lists speakers and dates for local political engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central
Wes Texas Log ‘Rolling Association
Comanche
J. H
Cyclone
A Texas Wonder Kidney and Bladder Cure Ad
A vintage ad touts Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney and bladder troubles in men women and children. It claims to cure gravel diabetes rheumatism and irregularities with a two months treatment offered by mail for 1.00 and includes testimonials and address in St Louis Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
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The
Comanche Merc. Co
Spann
Tia W. O. W
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