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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1921
Page
3
In Comanche Monday, Roe pitched well as Comanche defeats De Leon twice in a big crowd. Comanche takes the opener 4-2 and the nightcap 2-0, with strong defense and timely hits from Lester and Turner in support.
De Leon opened the second game with two safe hits off Roe who pitched both games in relief for Comanche. Sharp fielding stifled the offense as the visitors never threatened. In the second inning Bruton singled, Cobb’s pitching idol De Leon followed with a two-base hit, Robinson doubled to right, Thadberg was out at first, and Hensley delivered a run.
Oscar Hills slashing double to left center in the fourth inning sparked Comanche's comeback after Stephenville scored twice in the second on two walks a double and an error. Comanche added runs in the sixth and seventh to seal a 5–2 win. Simmons starred in center with five chances including a circus catch on Blakeney’s liner, as three fast double plays kept the game brisk.
The article argues divorces increase not from immorality but from women’s growing economic independence. It notes women historically depended on husbands for support and faced abuse, but training and work enable self-sufficiency. Civilizational progress pushes toward individual rights and personal autonomy in marriage.
Postmaster General Hays discusses with bankers ways to urge small savers to place idle funds in postal savings or banks. He estimates about a billion dollars lie idle in stockings trunks and hidden seams. He warns that moving money into circulation boosts prosperity and protects savings from fire and crime.
M B Welborn governor of the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank told the Associated Advertisers Club of America in Atlanta that banks should advertise. He argued advertising raises deposits and reserves, grows circulation, and builds public confidence, noting earlier views on advertising were outdated.
Hill Woodward and Booker two apiece lead Comanche over Stephenville 6 to 5. Evans walks four, Graves one, Lowe three, while Evans, Graves, Lowe each hit by pitch. Woodward scores on a passed ball as bases fill. Time 45. Umpire Bruton.
Albany News laments the Four Art Ball in Paris with nude dress and chaotic revelry. It compares to New York Silk Show, notes bare dissenters, police chaos, and revelers parading through Paris and the Seine. The writer questions national reform promises and calls- man’s liberty through nudity.
The Stephenville Tribune notes a 1000 acre pecan orchard near Winona in Smith County as the world's largest budded pecans operation. Oldest trees are eleven years, with 40 000 pounds of nuts expected this year. The piece links pecan cultivation to farmer prosperity and Texas pride, urging further planting.
Mr. J. H. Hannah of Comanche County sent a big load of water melons to town on Tuesday and presented the Chief editor with a fine sample. The editor expressed thanks and stated the melon was enjoyed by all.
J. H. Huff announces available glasses fittings at Hamilton Drug Co offering eye care services and eyewear assistance.
The Texas bank in Comanche reports assets and liabilities as of July 8 1921 with capital stock 6000 Surplus fund 4400 78 Undivided profits 4400 78 deposits 60196 27 time certificates 14400 cashier s checks 15061 other liabilities 63 78. Statement sworn by President R W Gray and Cashier R R B Evans before Notary C B Guyger on July 7 1921.
Garber's garage and filling station offers gasoline oil and repair services with prices quoted around 46 to 49 cents.
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