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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1954
Page
1
Absentee voting tallies rise as Mullican's Harelik's and Higginbotham's push anniversary specials. Stores announce discounts on dresses suits blouses skirts and footwear plus Tide washers and Sunray gas ranges. Open house events at Sartor and McDaniel firms include free coffee and ice cream for visitors.
Me's Drive-In in Comanche opens Saturday July 24 managed by Beal McDaniel with Mrs. McDaniel at the helm. The white brick redwood cafe offers curb service 40-car parking and 33 indoor seats starting 11:30 am to 11 pm daily with free coffee doughnuts and ice cream cones on opening day.
Abilene Oilers defeated Slider's Gulf Oilers 6 to 3 in the opening game as Comanche hosts a marquee softball tournament. Abilene riding a 14 game streak, games continue Thursday with Mackey Sporting Goods and Brownwood Florists, culminating in a Saturday 8:30 p.m. championship. Gene Brice to preach at Central Christian Church Sunday morning after TC U student leader roles and Yale Divinity School path later.
Community election night plan described with a 7 p.m. closing time and a bulletin-board display for official returns. County Chairman D W Tate will set HQ at the Chief office and urges precinct judges to report results promptly by bringing or telephoning them to 210.
The firm will specialize in fish sticks and steak fingers along with burgers in the basket. It plans to also offer steaks, soft ice cream, keg root beer, and chicken in the basket as core menu items.
Comanche County was designated a drouth disaster area by President Eisenhower on Wednesday. The designation followed a request by Governor Allan Shivers and a review by the Agricultural Department. County Judge R. E. Seay and United States Senator Lyndon B Johnson commented on the designation.
The notice lists counties in Texas eligible for federal drought relief assistance. It notes that the County, as drouth r are, qualifies for support and encourages residents to apply. Officials emphasize timely action and refer to program guidelines for eligibility.
D W Long county chairman of the Democratic Executive Committee issued a call for Democratic precinct conventions at 2 pm Saturday July 24 on the primary day. The meetings will elect delegates to the County Convention. Precinct No 1 meets at City Hall and Precinct No 2 at the Courthouse.
The Mayor and Aldermen recommend new water rates to finance improvements and balance the budget. They state current usage can be sustained now but restrictions may be required later. They acknowledge residents have needs and promise value for dollars invested. Signed by Aldermen John Hall Harrold Flemins and Louis Harelik.
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