Support for Congressman Blanton Grows in 1918 Primary
Brownwood Bulletin endorses Thomas L Blanton praising his congressional fit and pledges loyal support through the July primary. Coleman Democrat Voice notes Blanton works with the National Administration during the crisis and commends his service while criticizing rival critics.
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Brownwood
Bulletin
Thos. L. Blanton
Congress
Blanton
Texas
Coleman Democrat-Voice
Thomas L. Blanton
Blanton Supported by Local Papers in Wartime Debate
In 1915 Ballinger Ledger and 1918 Comanche Vanguard praise Congressman Blanton for honoring the President and remaining in Washington. They say his record proves his fitness, oppose debating opponents, and warn against swapping horses during the crisis while defending boys at the front.
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Ballinger Ledger
Blanton
Tolay
Washington
Comanche Vanguard
Congressman Blanton
Wilson
Cured in 6 to 14 Days Piles Remedy Claim
An advertisement claims Pifes cures in six to fourteen days and promotes PAZO OINTMENT as fallback. It targets sufferers of itching and piles and presents a fast relief promise with drugstore availability.
Comanche County voter plea from Jennie Ellis Garrett
Jennie Ellis Garrett addresses Comanche County voters urging support for her bid for county clerk. She cites extreme heat and family duties, notes relatives overseas or serving, and argues women should be preferred for home work while calling for support on July 27.
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Austin
Comanche County
Jennie Ellis Garrett
Five Family Benefits from Tanlac in Dallas Case
Arthur M. Compton of 1206 Wood Street Dallas says Tanlac improved his weight by ten pounds in three weeks and cured his stomach, sleep, and appetite problems. He notes his family also benefited and urges others to try Tanlac. The product is sold in multiple Texas towns by local pharmacies including Hamilton Drug Co and T. P. Weaver & Son.
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Tanlac
Arthur M. Compton
The
Oriental Hotel
Wood Street
Dallas
Texas
Mr. Compton
Terrell
Comanche
Hamilton Drug Co
de Leon
T. P. Weaver & Son
Proctor
City Drug Store
Sipe Springs
Smith’s
Wealthy Western Man Leaves Five Hundred Thousand to Woman
Mrs Gabb quotes a Cincinnati Inquirer item about a wealthy Western man bequeathing $500,000 to a woman who refused to marry him twenty years ago. Mr Gabb comments on gratitude.
Ladies urged to vote in Comanche Precinct 4 election
J V Carwile appeals to female voters of Comanche County Precinct No 4 inviting active participation in the upcoming primary. He seeks support for his candidacy for Commissioner Precinct No 4 and promises a square deal and courteous, efficient county service.
Syrup of Figs Promises Easy Relief for Children
An old ad touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe gentle laxative for stomach liver and bowels. It claims quick relief from constipation and related symptoms in children and adults, warning to avoid counterfeit products and to insist on the California Fig Syrup Company label.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Storage Batteries Sold Rented Rebuilt by Higginbotham Bros
Higginbotham Bros. and Co offer storage batteries for sale charging rental and rebuilding services. They advertise a full range of battery options and repair capabilities for various needs. The notice emphasizes their role as a supplier and service provider for storage batteries.
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Higginbotham Bros. & Co
Allen Seeks District Attorney Post With Countywide Support
S R Allen appeals to Comanche Coryell and Hamilton counties urging a large majority victory for district attorney. He thanks supporters, notes campaign constraints, vows energetic law enforcement and crime repression to protect homes and property. He asks for fair consideration from all voters and addresses female voters in particular.
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Comanche County
Hamilton County
Coryell County
R. Allen
Snow Liniment Aids Back Strain Pain Relief
For back pain from bent work the penetrating power of Ballard's Snow Liniment is pitched as the remedy. The advertisement offers bottles at 25e, 50e, and 1.00, sold by S. P. Smith.
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Ballard
S. P. Smith
Pants Gone at Five Twenty Auction Says Old Farmer
The old farmer asks for pants from a brisk salesman, learning they were given away at 5 20. The exchange occurs by a window as Burr observes the scene.
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Burr
Wenzencraft Campaign for Commissioner Precinct Four
A brief election notice urges voters to support J. W. Wenzencraft for Commissioner of Precinct No. 4. The item presents a single candidate appeal with no additional context.
Urgent Civil Service Exams Open in Washington DC
Government positions across departments list stenographer typewriter clerk bookkeeper calculating machine operator multigraph press operator and statistical clerk with weekly or dated exam dates. Examinations occur in July August and September in Comanche on specified Tuesdays with openings for men and women.
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U. S. Civil Service Commission
Washington, D. C
Departmental
Washington, D.C
Washington D. C
Washington
D. C
Comanche
N. W. Storey
Seey
Dodson's Liver Tone replaces dangerous calomel
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable substitute for calomel a harsh liver remedy that can cause cramps nausea and salivation. The copy claims calomel sickens tomorrow and promises quicker relief with Liver Tone suitable for adults and children.
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Dodson
Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic Strengthens in Summer Heat
The tonic purifies and enriches the blood and builds up the whole system. It strengthens the body to endure the depressing heat of summer for both old and weak people. The product promises an invigorating effect and improved vitality.
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Grove
Protracted blues in Board Church area signal dry spell
Health in the community remains good with some long lasting blues cases due to continued dry weather. Rev. Frank Steele preached to a small crowd last Sunday morning and evening singing followed. Nearby visits include J. F. Burdett and wife to Mills county and Jesse Odell from Hasse at the local singing. Local men head to Ft Worth for hunting work while others went to the river last Thursday and brought back fish. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Moore visited his father in Baggett community and Chester Allen from Gustine joined the Sunday singing.
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Frank Steele
J. F. Burdett
Mills County
Jesse Odell
Hasse
Ft. Worth Hunting
Tom Moore
Baggett
Chester Allen
Gustine
Prickly Ash Bitters Ad Promises Health Boost
Advertisement claims hot weather drains energy due to bilious impurities and urges taking Prickly Ash Bitters to cleanse the blood liver and bowels. Promises restored strength vim and spirits. Priced at $1.25 per bottle from The Wm. Reese Co Special Agents.
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Wm. Reese Co
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Compton
Howell Produce Co
Lester
Wayne Hill
Lester’s
Boren-Stewart
Company
Lady Voters OF Commissioners
Comanche CO
J. V. Carwile
B. W. Grove
J. W. Wenzencraft
U. S. Civil Service
Board Church
Gille & Nabers
Nissley Creamery
Whitt Hardy
Ben Boen
Boen & Hardy
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