Connally Addresses Crowd in Comanche Campaign Stop
Congressman Tom Connally of Marlin spoke for about ninety minutes on his U S Senate bid from the court house lawn in Comanche. He was joined by the Marlin High School Band, Cam Fanning, Baker Buie, and local supporters as they traveled to Brownwood Brady and San Angelo. He endorsed the National Democratic Platform and attacked Earle B. Mayfield’s 1922 campaign and election. Former County Judge J P Hoff introduced him.
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Tom Connally
Marlin
United States Senate
Comanche
Court House Lawn
Marlin High School
A. B. Johnson
Cam Fanning
Baker Buie
Mr. Connally
Brownwood
Brady
San Angelo
Earle B. Mayfield
Mayfield
Connally
J. P. Hoff
A C Huff for Justice of Peace in Precinct 3
A C Huff of Lamkin, a Christian Church minister, is a candidate for Justice of the Peace in Precinct No. 3 which includes Gus tine and Lamkin. He has lived in the county less than two years and is running without opposition.
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A. C. Huff
Lamkin
Gustine
Huff
Christian Church
C. L. White
Gap
White
Honor Honoring Mrs Meacham Bridge Party in Comanche
Mrs Armstrong Cox hosted a Wednesday bridge party honoring Mrs Paul Meacham of Turkey and former Comanche resident Miss Louise Todd. Guests enjoyed pink and white decor, roses and dahlias, prizes for high score, and mint baskets with cake and punch refreshments.
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Armstrong Cox
Paul Meacham
Turkey
Comanche
Louise Todd
Elizabeth Ihen
Hildred Cauley
A Hard Worker or a Borrower in the Town Talk
A fragment suggests local debate over a man who borrows money while others claim he never works. A response argues he “works harder,” while another calls out the contradiction, reflecting community judgment on labor and finance.
No Marriage Plan Between Them Says Woman
He asks to marry but she declines, stating she will keep her current husband for another year. The exchange hints at unresolved domestic tension and possible social constraints on marriage.
Inmate Talks of Cash After Escape Bid
A jailed man hints at obtaining money while on the run, claiming he secured 100 dollars easily after breaking jail. The exchange reveals tension between the escapee and a companion named Jack.
Personal notices of visitors and callers across Texas towns
A string of social notes lists visitors and relatives from Abilene Dallas Eastland Rising Star Fort Worth and other cities. Names include Mrs. Ernest Rock Misses Myra Kearby Nita Donaho Miss Bess Sloan Rev R J LaPrade and families who visited or hosted in Cross Plains Eastland Brownwood Fort Worth Dallas Walnut Springs Turkish visitors in German and Fort Worth guests in Austin and Mineral Wells with several weekend or weeklong stays.
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T Na Lasseter
Dalla
Ernest Rock
Oliver West
Cross Plains
J. M
Callie West
Paul Meachum
Turkey
S. W. Switzer
I. M. Cochran
San Marcos
John Mills Clemons
Abilene
Dwight M. Brightman
Myra Kearby
Nita Donaho
Eastland
Jim Boswell
Tyler
Ed Boswell
Alene Kemp
Evelyn Cash
Walnut Springs
R. J. LaPrade
Grace Brightman
Nellie MacKillian
Mary Lee
Graham Smoot
Ft. Worth
T. L. Parker
W. M. Durham
W. F. Durham
Lillian
J. A. Barton
A. A. Elms
Brownwood
Bess Sloan
Dallas
Travis Cunningham
Helen Boyce
Austin
Berta Goodson
Grubs for Butterfly Quip Sparks Dating Wisecrack
A humorous quip sets a playful warning about marrying a butterfly. The exchange features two speakers debating a risky life choice, highlighting a witty contrast between romance and commitment. The line implies broader caution about rushing into lasting bonds.
Married in Big Lake Hazel Wood and Doyle Gillette Wed
Hazel Wood of Mertzon and Doyle Gillette of Big Lake were married at the Big Lake Methodist parsonage on June 14. Mrs. Gillette is T. M. Wood’s daughter and a popular local figure. Doyle Gillette is described as a prosperous young business man from Reagan County. The Mertzon Star and friends send best wishes for a happy life.
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Hazel Wood
Mertzon
Doyle Gillette
Big Lake
Gillette
T. M. Wood
Little City
Regan County
Mertzon Star
Doyle
Less Gilette
Comanche
Fourth of July Outing at Narrows With Baptist Group
Twenty two youths from the Intermediate Department of the Baptist Sunday School spent the Fourth at the Narrows. Chaperones included Mr and Mrs A J Blevins Dr and Mrs Forrest Maddox Miss Callie Rose Maddox and Rennie Sullivan. Hiking exploring and swimming marked the day with a bounteous noonday spread.
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the Baptist Sunday School
Narrows
A. J. Blevins
Forrest Maddox
Callie Rose Maddox
Rennie Sullivan
Visiters and arrivals touch Tulsa trip and travels
W. P. Duckett and family visit Mr Duckett's brother in Tulsa. I. E. Ransome arrives Tuesday after a nine months stay in South America.
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W. P. Duckett
Mr. Ducket
Tulsa
I. E. Ransome
Tuesda
Sout America
Card of Thanks for Loss of Mother
We express our appreciation to all who assisted us in our sorrow for the loss of our dear mother. May God reward your kindness. All is dark within our dwelling. The Lord has taken her to the bright world above where angels sing. D. O. Reese and family, J. W. Reese and family, A. Jese family, C. R. Reese and family, G. W. Reese and family, N. Reese and family, J. D. Reese and family, W. A. Leese and family, Mrs. I. C. Govans and family, Mrs. J. G. Green are family, Mrs. L. H. Hudspath and family, Mrs. J. J. Capel and family.
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D. O. Reese
J. W. Reese
A. J.ese
C. R. Reese
G. W. Reese
N. Reese
J. D. Reese
W. A. Leese
I. C. Govans
J. G. Green
L. H. Hudspath
J. J. Capel
Bride Honored at Miscellaneous Shower in Mae Dell Home
Mrs. C. J. McCollum Mae Dell and Mrs. Rawls hosted a miscellaneous shower for Mrs. Doyle Gillete at Mrs. McCollum's home on Tuesday afternoon. Guests registered with a recipe for the bride’s book of Good Cheer. An archway decor and a winding march led to a gifts table with numerous presents. Refreshments of sandwiches and punch were served.
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C. J. McCollum
Mae Dell
Mertzon_ Star
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Mrs. Mecham
Mrs. H. A. Parker of
Brother
J. A. Montgomery
Allen K. Grissom
W. FE. Jackson
Kaufman
J. P. Grisham
Pete Slack
J. D. Slack
Aper Union
Wilhelm’s
Bob & Rog
Cpennes Wo
Texas
Voile and
Batiste
aSree
Mars
Gayle Atwood
Mineral Welle
Ek. M. Eanes
Owen Wetzel
Fort Worth
George C. Wetzel
Oxford
Bermuda
Lew Price
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