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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1919
Page
2
The article extols Comanche County Texas offering fertile farms oil fields and strong wages inviting eastern Texans and Old States settlers to move west. It argues current development is accidental and calls for a concerted effort to attract nearly double the present population to farm and industrial opportunities.
A local note questions Comanche’s approach to Independence Day as veterans return from overseas. It contrasts wartime sacrifice with civilian business activity and reflects on patriotism, imperialism memory, and national pride.
The piece reflects on local business closures for the Fourth of July, urges nationwide celebration, and cites editor W. F. Kellis defending the will of Texas voters against ratifying the 18th amendment. It condemns railroad and finance influence, praises labor’s push for government ownership of transportation, and asserts government should serve all people equally.
A veteran critic warns that four groups threaten the nation. He cites educators, pulpits misinformed on industrial issues, newspaper men pandering to mob sentiment, and public figures who dodge the Constitution while appealing to class divisions.
The week favored farmers with good haymaking though cotton fields in bad shape were plowed and replanted. Mr Medlock hosted a party Friday night. John and Fred Tidmore visited Brownwood Sunday. C L White traveled to Gorman Wednesday on business. Young folks enjoyed a pastry Saturday at Mrs Hallie Steels. Wallace Pendergrass of Gorman visited and bought four miles paying top price. E S Vancleve was a business visitor.
An old newspaper ad touts Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Cap as a cure for kidney troubles that slowly weaken health. It urges immediate use with three or four capsules daily to prevent incurable disease and future suffering, claiming centuries of effectiveness since 1696.
An advertisement urges housewives in Holland to use GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a reliable source of strength and robust health. It recommends asking doctors to supply MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules and to insist on the genuine GOLD MEDAL box for best results.
Mrs. A. C. Coley of Comanche visited daughter Mrs. E. S. Van Cleve of Sidney for two to three days. R. R. Everitt visited Brownwood after his son Andrew. Grandma Martin stays with granddaughter Mrs. Perry Everitt in Gorman. Guy Nowlin returns from overseas service amid greetings. W. G. Dingus and wife of Comanche toured their Sidney area farm. Floyd White heads to Oklahoma harvest fields.
For indigestion and biliousness Constipation relief. Try one zero cent bottle of LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN a pleasant liquid laxative made and recommended by Paris Medicine Co, manufacturers of Laxative Quinine and Geove's Tasteless Chill Tonic.
Community residents report warm weather with showers and a series of visits and Social gatherings. Rev Carter preached both Saturday and Sunday, while families from Gustine Fort Worth and Comanche shared meals, church, and neighborhood events.
Don’t forget Prickly Ash Bitters as a quick remedy to correct stomach and bowel troubles and restore cheer. It is sold by Wm. Reese Co. and Hamilton Drug Co. Special Agents at $1.25 per bottle. Local social notes mention Linton Whitefield and wife visiting Ray Hayes, with other residents traveling on various days.
Health in the community remains strong. Tom Hood made a business trip to Dublin last Friday. Mr. J D Stephens spent Friday night at the home of Tom Campbell.
Promote La Creole Hair Dressing as a remedy for gray streaks and dull hair. Claims beauty and lustre restored. Priced at one dollar.
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