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Comanche Chief

Location

Comanche, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1918

Page

6

Dry Weather Persists as Farmers Seek Rain in Stag Creek

Stag Creek residents report continued dry and warm conditions while farmers hope for rainfall. Local social notes mention Rev. Hart’s Sunday appointment, visits by Daisy Fielder and Cora and Orean Mitchell, and several residents traveling to Arkansas, Camp Bowie, and Comanche for events.

Rev. Hart Daisy Fielder Cora Orean Mitchell J. Z. May Robert Coker Arkansas Vancleave Gap R. W. Fielder Camp Bowie A. D. Colley M. E. Fielder

Laxative Ad Promotes LAX-FOS With 1 Pepsin

A 50 cent bottle of LAX FOS WITH 1 PEPSIN is advertised as a liquid digestive laxative for indigestion constipation and biliousness. The ad touts pleasant taste and recommends the product to the public from Paris Medicine Co., makers of Laxative Bromo Quinine and Groves Tasteless Chill Tonic.

Paris Medicine Co Crove

Sunday Guests and Local News from Nelsons

Guests of Mr and Mrs M H Nelson included Roy Nelson and Almon Moore who went to Fleming last week. Mrs Joe Fielder visits at Mr and Mrs R T Jones this week. Singing drew a large crowd from Bibb Sidney and Gap on Sunday. Miss Audie Colley visited Miss Eva Hood Sunday. Mrs A Colley received a phone message that grandmother Mrs Nunnelly would be laid to rest Monday in the German cemetery.

M. H. Nelson Roy Nelson Almon Moore Fleming Joe Fielder R. T. Jones Bibb Sidney Gap Audie Colley Eva Hood A. ©. Colley

Borozone marketed as ideal antiseptic for wounds

Surgeons stress first treatment for cuts burns bruises and wounds with prompt antiseptic as critical. BoroZone advertised as ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beasts. Available in 50cc 25c and 1.00 and 1.50 through 8. P. Smith.

P. Smith

France's old towns charm Lt Gardner with Gothic echoes

Lt N E Gardner Jr writes from France admiring ancient towns near Caesar era walls. He contrasts old French architecture and narrow twisted streets with New York’s modern bustle while noting gates, courtyards, cathedrals, and statues including Joan of Arc.

France New York 5Th Avenue Caesar Paris Amiens Rhiems Allied Officers Club States Joan of Arc

Dodson's Liver Tone Versus Calomel

An advertisement promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable alternative to calomel for liver relief. It claims calomel is dangerous mercury that causes sickness and bone damage, while Liver Tone cleanses the liver without salivation or side effects and promises to improve biliousness, constipation, and headaches.

Dodson

Obstetrical Services Cash Only Policy Notice

A notice from Dr. Hilley in Sidney Texas states that all professional obstetrical services rendered after July 15 will be strictly cash due. The notice is signed by Dr. Hilley and includes the address 43 45 Sidney.

Hilley Sidney, Texas

City cautions on juveniles and dangerous toys

A local warning notes strong complaints about boys handling "nigger shooters" and cites a strict city ordinance against carrying these juvenile toys. The writer, J. P. Graham, urges parents to act despite officers' reluctance to scold youths.

J. P. Graham

Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Endorsed

John F. Jantzen of Delmeny Sask praises Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy as an exceptionally fine preparation after using it for himself and his family.

John F. Jantzen Delmeny, Sask

Marriage Licenses Issued From Local Clerk

G. A. Phillips wed Miss Mary Massey. J. J. Coker paired with Miss Lillian White. Coleman Huffman to Miss Laura Stone. J. H. Young to Miss Annie Applewhite. W. J. Knight to Miss Sallie Warnock.

G. A. Phillips Mary Massey J. J. Coker Lillian White Coleman Huffman Laura Stone J. H. Young Annie Applewhite W. J. Knight Sallie Warnock

Herb tonic promises aid for torpid liver and bowels

Anadvertisement extols HER BANE as a cure for disorders from an inactive liver. It claims to strengthen the liver, cleanse the bowels, and restore health. The product is priced at 5 cents and sold by S. P. Smith.

S. P. Smith

Mazer's Tooth Specialty Advertises Buyout Offer

We pay up to fifteen dollars per set and cash for old gold silver and broken jewelry. Check sent by return mail. Goods held ten days for sender's approval of our offer. Mazer's Tooth Specialty Dept. A 2007 S. 5th St Philadelphia Pa.

Mazer Dept. A S. 5Th St Philadelphia

Arkansas letter from John W. Robertson July 5 1918

Robertson writes Vandervoort Arkansas describing abundant wood water and land, good corn and wheat yields, clover heights, and varied farming practices. He notes some farmers struggle with weak equipment while others prosper, praising local fruit, gardens, and potential business interest, ending with a casual assessment of the community.

Vandervoort Ark Arkansas Texas Bill Dingus John W. Robertson

Prickly Ask Bitters Sold By Wm. Reese Co.

An advertisement touts Prickly Ask Bitters as a prompt remedy for fatigue and digestion, claiming a torpid liver and impurities cause weariness. It notes price at $1.25 per bottle and identifies the Wm. Reese Company as special agents.

Wm. Reese Co

Notable Births and Weddings In Hasse and De Leon Areas

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Perdue of Hasse, William Astor Smith of De Leon, Curtis Reddell Norwood of Hasse, and James Richard Wall of Proctor Rt. 2 are listed in local notices. The brief item notes residents connected to these households without further details.

Mary Elizabeth Perdue Hasse William Astor Smith de Leon Curtis Reddell Norwood James Richard Wall Proctor Rt

Remedy ad urges prep for summer celic and diarrhoea

An advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Celic and Diar as a preventive remedy for celic and diarrhoea, claiming the product is worth many times its cost in case of illness during summer months.

Chamberlain

Despondency Linked to Indigestion Solved by Tablets

Despondency is often caused by indigestion and constipation and clears up quickly when Chamberlain's Tablets are taken. The tablets improve digestion and move the bowels to restore mood and energy.

Chamberlain

Births Reported in Gustine Community

Visits of the Stork announce births to Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Vanwinkle in Gustine a son. Chas. B. Keath of Gustine a daughter. W. E. McDonald of Gustine a daughter. M. L. Smart of Gustine a son. Bb. P. Hodges of Duster a son.

W. F. Vanwinkle Gustine Chas. B. Keath W. E. McDonald M. L. Smart Bb. P. Hodges Duster

Are You One of Them Chamberlain's Tablets Story

Mrs. M. R. Sears of Baldwinsville New York describes a bad stomach spell lasting weeks. After a druggist recommended Chamberlain's Tablets she took a bottle and was cured with the first dose. The tablets do not numb pain but help prevent recurrence after relief.

Chamberlain M. R. Sears Baldwinsville N. Y

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Swift & Company The Food Administration U.S.A Stag Creek Kodak Luther Dikon Bremoe the Kodak Man Gemendee Exflegs & Ae Shaws Drug O J. W. Woodencraft N. E. Gardner, JR Cyaa Hunt Gora Rome Tee Fess TRE WM Aan Ata Manatome Eae HK. W. Grove Castoria Baker-Wheeler Mfg. Co Oattas Tex Chichester Chester Siamond Yisixo E. W. Grove Bob Carver Wetzel’s Higginbotham D. Backstrom T. M. Pulliam Stere
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