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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1944
Page
3
St Matthews Church will hold Sunday services as announced by Harry G Wyly a senior officer. The report confirms that an unknown recipient connected with Matthews Episco has landed safely in New Guinea with United States Naval Forces based on local word.
Sam Russell requests support in the upcoming July 22 primary, cites congressional duties during recess and national issues, thanks voters for past friendship and cooperation, promises best possible service and asks for a vote of confidence.
Dear readers Lightfoot asks for votes in the upcoming poll praising his prior campaign and record as a county citizen. He notes a clean race with opponents Ayers and Jenkins and thanks supporters and family in Houston visits.
Obituary notes Mrs Harmon Howard of Comanche died July 14 1944 after a lengthy illness. Funeral services were July 15 at Comanche Funeral Home with Dr Klingman officiating. She is survived by her husband W H Howard daughter Doris Patricia of Denton and extended family. A list of relatives and attendees from across Texas is included.
A district representative thanks voters for support and explains campaign conduct. He denies refusing advertising space for his opponent, noting space was full and printing nearly complete. He emphasizes high standards, asks for re election and pledges careful legislative service.
The bank records show a December 1943 total deposits figure of 1 522 376.40 with an earlier total of 1 459 088.11 and a correction listing 1 381 672.66. Loans reach 110.52, cash on hand 76, and total resources 1 582 087.5.
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