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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1935
Page
6
A collection of briefs notes jobs in heavy industry rising since March 1933 while unemployment hovers near nine million. It cites activity near 85 percent of the 1923-25 average, autos up 35 percent in the first half of 1935, and government orders boosting structural steel. Copper and silver prices retreat as NRA fixes end.
Two sisters, Mrs. James XK. Paulk of Palacios and Mrs. B. Nabers, met for the first time in 54 years this Sunday, reuniting after Mrs. Paulk moved from Comanche to Waco in 1881 and last saw her sister then. The reunion occurred when they visited together at an event in the area.
Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Gay spent part of their visit in Texas with relatives. They traveled to the home of their kin and completed a short stay before continuing their journey.
Dean J. Thomas Davis of John Tarleton College writes to urging current seniors to return for the next year. He notes the potential for a record senior class and stresses finishing on time as vital. He highlights affordability and quality, asking the student to invite others.
County Superintendent McCorkle notes state aid qualifications and salary increases for rural schools. Provisions cover high school tuition limits, teacher eligibility during the 1933–1935 and 1935–1987 periods, daily registers, and two transport modes. Salary boosts set ranges for non accredited and partly affiliated schools, with principals and superintendents also adjusted by experience and training.
A friend outlines the life of James D. Slack of Comanche who died July 9 at age 46. A WWI veteran and former Post Commander of the American Legion, Slack was beloved for his selfless service to family friends and the aged, with military honors at burial and a large out of town attendance.
An advertisement touts Dr Emil's Adia treatment as relief for stomach pain with a money back guarantee. It offers relief without paying the typical 2.50 to 5.00 fees and urges readers to try the product.
Creamer Mr and Mrs Hill Cox and daughter visited Gustine relatives Sunday. Arlie B Bolin hosted a party Saturday night. Betty Johnson and Gol da Fae Gore of Gustine stayed with Louise Mercer. Fairchild family of Brownwood visited Jess Vick’s sister Sunday. Rob Steward with Corene Steward and Cass Lee Hicks visited Chester Brown in Van Dyke. Rev Hubert Crain to conduct services Sunday afternoon. Louise Mercer serves as pianist at Gustine Methodist revival.
Ted Durham hosted six tables of the Men’s 42 Club at his parents home. High score went to Durham with Robert Eaton second. Yzo0y Marshall and Dr. E. R. Ammons qualified for the head table for the next meeting at L. F. Elkins’ home. The club will meet again next Monday evening and then break for the fall.
Mrs. Weldon Gleaton formerly Miss Vonda Porter was honored at Mrs. J B Skinner home in Gustine with a shower. A treasure hunt ended with a basket of gifts. Cake and punch were served to a list of guests including Mrs M E Barnett daughters and many Gleaton and Skinner family members.
A hotel advertises a family style all you can eat option for 25 cents with a variety of foods. It notes no advance notice is needed to dine at the hotel and mentions clean rooms at reasonable rates.
Church of Christ announces a Lord's Day program with 10:00 a.m. Bible study and 11:00 a.m. preaching followed by 11:45 a.m. Communion. Evening services at 6:15 p.m. Young People class and 7:30 p.m. preaching. Friday features 2:00 p.m. Ladies Bible study and 7:30 p.m. Mid-week Bible class.
Mias Alene Smith of Fort Worth was honored with a picnic on a river outing. A group of Baggett community youths enjoyed basket lunches, boat riding and swimming with attendees including Inez Stephens Leona and Alene Smith Nora Lee Kee Jadine Anna Ree Ida Mae Moore and Mrs Buford Smith chapperon.
After the thresher season the Macksville group held an ice cream supper for families at the picnic ground near the Roy Harrison home. Club women from the Meeksville community provided singing as part of the entertainment.
Sam Waiseman of San Saba spent the past weekend here making arrangements for opening a new dry goods store. He has rented the Mrs. I. T. Clemons residence recently occupied by Joe Hamilton and family and will move his family here.
Readers praise Cardui for stimulating appetite and improving health in women. The testimonials claim better strength and vitality after use. If you do not benefit, consult a physician.
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