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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1915
Page
6
The None Stars and All Stars played to a 6 to 6 draw Monday afternoon. A missing run by a None Star after the heat of the moment prompted a request for a three days rematch next week to correct the score.
When you feel lazy and yawning, a torpid liver may be to blame. Terbine claims to cure all impurities from an inactive liver, strengthen the liver, cleanse the bowels, and restore health. Price 50e. Sold by H. P. Smith.
Notice to Comanche county residents announces a July 17 Gustine meeting described as one of Texas cotton farmers greatest financial propositions. It urges farmers to attend to hear a plan to prosper, improve prices, and support families and education.
If you feel blue or lazy you need cleaning out. Herb ine stimulates the liver tones the stomach and purifies the bowels. Price due sold by S P Smith.
Elkins Tin Shop urges customers to place orders early before stock is exhausted as syrup cans are used up.
Carpenter and Clark advertise as dealers in produce chickens eggs butter feed grain pecans and furs with second hand goods and furniture repair. Located at Ellis and Son old stand opposite the fire station phone 289.
A Parisian advertisement promotes Nyal s Figsen as a gentle laxative suitable for every constitution. The ad touts the product as a reliable, non-gripe remedy sold in boxes priced at 10e 25c and 50e with the endorsement of Paris Smith.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria remedy and systemic builder. It touts Quinine to drive out malaria and Iron to strengthen the body, priced at 50 cents per bottle.
The piece quotes Maxims inventor Mr Maxim joking that Americans spend enough yearly to buy two battleships and that chewing effluvium could float such dreadnoughts, delivering a satirical view of industrial and military spending.
A letter discusses social entertainments and nightlife, noting a tobacco billboard claim and contrasting it with a brewery stance. It critiques perceptions of men who chew or drink and hints at broader social observations involving the community members and leaders.
Lillian Lorraine formerly with Zigfield's follies declares plans to sue her husband Mr Criesheimer for divorce. The report notes her prior stage career and imminent legal action.
The secretary of the Sunday school league in Maywood issues a strong warning in the newspaper that stealing balls after games will not be tolerated in the league.
On Thursday afternoon Mrs D B Chronic acted as hostess to the Ladies Aid Society of the Cook's Mills M E Church.
South Carolina Journal hints at family ties and reconciliation possibilities within the Bryan clan noting olive branches amid talk of lemons and prunes as metaphorical references.
Ernest Green is in an Austin hospital after being struck last night by an automobile, per the Dallas News report.
Candor announces two nice horses for sale due to discontinuing fresh meat business. Elgin Illinois listing appears in the local news column.
A brief quote feature appears in the Philadelphia Public Ledger noting that success requires smoothness and problem solving. The exchange frames ambition and ascent as a game of polished presentation and strategic ascent.
A fragment from the New York Times presents a brief exchange between a visitor described as a young male and a child named Terrible Boy. The dialogue centers on dinner timing, with the child replying that dinner comes as soon as the visitor leaves.
A brief item notes a caller who says Hello Guess who this is and prompts a humorous mystery on the telephone. The report emphasizes the playful insult of a common prank call and how recipients react locally.
A terse dialogue with the boy and the man trading playful lines about happiness, followed by a punch from the hog. The brief exchange captures a rustic scene with a sudden burst of humor.
A satirical ad from the Orpheum Theatre program in Denver mocks crime with the line Do not kill your wife Let the Western Columbia Laundry do the work The notice is cited by the New York Tribune as a rare playful offer reflecting period humor and sensationalism.
A prominent medical journal states grasping a rattlesnake by the neck renders it harmless. It notes a common alternative is to deliver a quick strike, described as doing the hundred in ten flat when encountering one.
Local advertiser John Swigard offers Kor Sale best grade hard cider at his fountain. The notice notes availability for immediate purchase and urges patrons to visit the stand for the product.
A brief verse recalls a girl who married at sixteen and the bright virtues she carried, noting how aging hair color once altered perceptions and prompting the wry remark that good dye preserves youth.
A desperate man in need of liquor devises a scheme to obtain whiskey from a drug store clerk by claiming a lady fainted nearby. The clerk complies, pouring out an oral quantity as the man responds with gratitude and a flippant remark about the incident.
A Comanche man, P Helmecke, recounted in 1911 long-term relief from kidney pain after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He later stated in 1915 he still held a high opinion, needing them less, with the same trust in the product. The ad notes price 50c and promotes Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
Chicago reports 19 dead and 903 injured from the Fourth of July celebrations, with total fire loss of 239325 dollars. Causes include fireworks, cannons, firearms, and gunpowder, while Chicago itself records one death and two injuries as the sanest ever.
A medical note advertises BORO ZONE ANTISEPTIC LIQUID and BOROZONE POWDER for wounds on man or beast. It claims quick healing and use on cattle, screw-worms, and cuts. Packages priced at 25e 50e and 1.00 1.50, sold by S. P. Smith.
A playful reminder urges children to observe grapefruit manners, emphasizing calm behavior and quiet consumption. The note uses a dated voice to stress restraint and proper table conduct in a family setting.
H. W. Ireland of Louisville recalls a severe cholera morbus attack in summer 1888. Two doctors offered little hope, but a hotel porter bought Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. after a double dose he slept and recovered, boarding a train at dawn. Obtainable everywhere.
Notice to Bankers announces the City Council will hold a meeting on Monday night July 12 to receive sealed bids from banks for city deposits for twelve months. Bids must be filed with the city secretary and show daily balance interest rates. The council may reject any or all bids. N E Palmer city secretary.
An ad touts Grove's Tasteless Tonic as a general tonic with quinine and iron. It claims to act on the liver drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the whole system, priced at 50 cents.
Advertisement notes heat worsens dullness and fatigue but claims regular bowels prevent effects. Promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets from The Win Reese Co as ideal for indigestion and constipation and relieving a bloated heavy feeling.
Paris July 2. Former President Diaz of Mexico died here today after a long tenure in office and years in exile. He served Mexico for more than fifty years and spent his final years in Paris.
Direct representative for a large loan company offering prompt inspections and fast closings in Central West Texas. If security and title are good, they can extend or issue new loans. Inquiries treated in confidence. B. E. Hurlbut, Brownwood, Texas.
The State of Texas County of Comanche by order of Dallas County District Court issues a sheriff sale for July 3 or August 3 1915. Property described as Lots 1 2 3 and 4 in block 10 Creamer Comanche County including all improvements and machinery to be sold for cash at the courthouse door.
Judgment foreclosure of a deed of trust and chattel mortgage on L. H Creamer as of August 16 1912 to satisfy a $6090.50 judgment in favor of the Murry Company plus costs. Sheriff Jack Cunningham dated July 7 1915. Deputy J E Miller.
Out of the Honorable District Court of Dallas County on July 2 1915 a writ directs sale of defendant Arthur J Parker W A Hancock and H A Butcher in case No 19427 B. The sale occurs August 3 1915 before the Comanche County courthouse. Property includes 82210 acres in two blocks near Comanche Texas described parcels 80 acres and 22 10 acres conveying from J W Vineyard W F Jacobs to Parker. Judgment amount 86490 plus costs. Deputy J E Miller signs and dates the notice.
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