C J Lee Defends Candidacy in Comanche County Race
C J Lee explains entrance to 109th District race for Representative, accuses opponent Russell of misrepresenting positions on suffrage prohibition and governance. He asserts prior talks with Russell, promises to push universal woman suffrage, constitutional prohibition, and fiscal reforms. Lee highlights past county duties, debt payoff, and urges women voters to support his platform.
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Russell
Comanche County
Mr. Russell
Masonic Lodge
Dry
Hobby
Ferguson
W. P Hobby
Gillespie County
Texas
Austin
Comanche
C. J. Lee
Visits and notices unfold across towns this week
Proctor Misses May Hughes and Lillie Walker visit Comanche this week. Grace and Blanche Van diver travel from Fort Worth and Arlington. Homer Alexander and wife arrive from Parson Kansas with Mrs Alexander reportedly very low. J N Vadiver left for Emory Texas. Thalia Kearby joined at Prof itor Sunday while Bob Holideer and son Jay stay in Beaumont. Sunday school pict to be held at old picnic grounds on July 4 with all invited. Baptist meeting starts Friday before the 3rd Sunday in July. Eunice Carter visited in Hasse last week. Ollie White visiting Granbury this week.
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Grace
Blanche Vandiver
Fort Worth
Arlington
Homer Alexander
Parson, Kan
Alexander
J. N. Vadiver
Emory
Texas
Thalia Kearby
Eunice Carter
Hasse
Ollie White
Granbury
Herbine Promises Liver Stimulation and Purified Bowels
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a cure to feelings of blues and laziness, claiming it stimulates the liver tones the stomach and purifies the bowels. It lists price 50 cents and seller P Smith.
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P. Smith
Camp Travis Notes on Promotions and Transfers
Ned Boswell of Comanche Texas promoted to Wagoner in Ambulance Company 358 at Camp Travis. Zack Hulsey of Comanche Texas transferred from 165th Depot Brigade to 315th Travis 90th Division. Corporal Charles C. Gray promoted from Private to Corporal in the Detachment Q M Corps at Camp Travis on June 3 1918, formerly a resident of Proctor Texas.
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Ned Boswell
Comanche
Camp Travis
Texas
Cook Zack Hulsey
165Th Depot Brigade
315Th Travis 90Th
Zack
Charles C. Gray
Det. Q. M. Corps
Gray
Proctor
A Friend in Need Diarrhoea Cordial Ad
An advertising notice promotes Mississippi Diarrhoea Cordial for instant relief and speedy cure priced at 50 cents and 25 cents. The copy emphasizes quick effect and affordability for readers seeking relief.
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Mississippi
Battery Troubles Aimed to Fix and Rebuild
Higginbotham Bros. & Co offers to repair old batteries by taking them apart locating the fault rebuilding and recharging them for a return in perfect condition with reasonable charges for the service.
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Higginbotham Bros. & Co
Stop Those Sharp Shooting Pains Remenina
A vintage advertisement promotes Remenina as a remedy for female disorders. The price is listed as 1.50 dollars.
Barber Francis Smith Moves Near Chief Exponent Office
Francis Smith the barber who worked in the pool hall has moved his shop next door to the Chief Exponent office. His trade will be appreciated with the same old prices a shave ten cents and a hair cut fifteen cents.
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Francis Smith
Vote for J. W. Woozencraft for Commissioner Precinct No 4
Readable fragment shows a local political race calling for J. W. Woozencraft to win the precinct four commissioner seat. The note emphasizes voting in the upcoming election and identifies Woozencraft as candidate.
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J. W. Woozencraft
Drought and Social News From Rising Star Area
Dry weather continues with burned crops and poor corn prospects though rain hoped soon. Community gatherings include a war saving meeting, several parties and visits among residents in Comanche Rising Star and nearby. Rev Waggoner and local families attend Sunday services and singings.
Cause of Despondency and Digestive Aid
Despondency is often caused by indigestion and constipation and quickly disappears when Chamberlain's Tablets are taken. The tablets strengthen digestion and move the bowels.
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Chamberlain’s
Women Not Registered Will Not Be Barred From Voting
The article asserts unregistered women will not be refused the vote and that their ballots are legally valid before the courts. It notes a legal question may arise but the best legal talent predicts no challenge to nonregistered votes. The piece ends with an advertising note for Prickly Ask Bitters priced at 1.25 per bottle via The Wm. Reese Co. special agents.
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Ask Bitters
Wm. Reese Co
Tribute to the onion in July Woman's Home Companion
A writer lauds the onion as a bold garden staple and big business figure. The piece contrasts it with radishes, noting its winter storage and prominent market presence, linking it with Honest John the potato and public diet headlines.
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Honest John
Death Lurks in a Weak Heart Warns on Delayed Cure
A vintage warning promotes a tonic named Reno vine as the heart remedy. It claims early symptoms can be cured with the product priced at 1.50 dollars and urges prompt action to avoid a "penalty." The ad frames Reno vine as essential for heart health.
Ford Trucks Ready for Immediate Delivery
Witt and Mackey advertise Ford trucks available for immediate delivery, highlighting ready stock and prompt service for buyers seeking fast procurement.
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Ford
Witt & Mackey
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By C. J. Lee
Ianother
May Hughes
Lillie Walker
Bob Holideer
Jay
Beaumont
Mercers Creek
Brooks
Fellowship
Briar
Grove
Indian Mountain
Cross Roads
Mt Valley
Maxville
Eae
Newburg
Duster Ieee
Charlie Bryson
Hazeldell
Swan Hill
Cox
Oliver Springs
Cathe
Shrum
Amity
Ebenezeree
Jacksonville Ee
Baggett A
Shiloh Ee
Pleasant Valley Ee
Democrat
Energy — Oneene
Harmony Ocracene
Midway
Doe Seseener Esas Byn
Fleming
Suez
Graham's Chapel
Hk Bluff
Jeane & So
Hebron
Elm Grove
Holcomb
Live Oak Grove
Mt Pleasant Cence
Cotton Grove
Ninevah
Willow
Mountain View Coma
Leon
Arbor
Ucceen
Sid Armstrong
Roberson Springs
Rucker
Bibbe
Wilson
Beattie
Mings
Downing
Sidney
Proctor Asameeas
Gustine
de Leon
Lamkin
Emma Tullus
McMillan
Mr. Starr
Tim Starr
Ranger
Benson
McCullough
Preacher
Luther Stewart
Blanket
Arther Preacher
Rising Star
Lois Carnes
Miss Connie
Miss McGuire
Gaines
Floy
Midget Bowers
Sid Bowers
Tom Sparks
Zira Sparks
Earl Henson
Cottrell
Dovie Woolsey
Wiley McDaniel
Comanchee
Little Golda Preacher
Howell Produce Co
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