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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1913
Page
1
A terse advert promises to match or beat competitors’ circulation in the territory with a simple charge policy. The notice invites inquiries and offers to present proof to interested parties, emphasizing transparency and confidence in service.
Austin July 21. The Thirty third Legislature opens in extra session with 23 senators and 110 representatives sworn in. New members include W D Low to replace Buchanan and L C to Canyon City, James Harley named Secretary of State Weinert seated in the Senate. Both houses organized and prepare to legislate amid gossip about a large oil judgment and extended session. The governor awaits developments and seeks careful committee control before acting on requests from legislators.
Permitted to pair the following marriage licenses issued since our last report J R Howell to Miss Ethel Vitt A E Boyd to Miss Willie Ross E Arbuckle to Miss Arden Morgen Tyson to Miss Ethel Blew Owen Welch to Miss Fay Lucas MC Chappell to Miss Susie Newsome to Miss B T Vanceave
The Copperas irie and Gap communities plan a large picnic in the Graham area next Tuesday July 29 inviting all residents to join this neighborhood gathering.
Pi following death reported to the county clerk since July 19 near Gustine. Te Lee Reeves, 123 years, noted in the record.
Fort Worth Record reports in Austin that O B Colquitt may seek the U S Senate to replace C A Culberson, who is ill, and that Ex Senator Bailey will run for governor next year to succeed Colquitt. The predicted lineup suggests a heated political contest ahead.
Congressman Oscar Callaway secures postmaster position for Thurber after a clash with Postmaster General Burleson who paused the appointment for weeks. The dispute centered on whether congressional recommendations would be approved only if nominees avoided prior or subsequent sharp criticism of President Wilson.
Brownwood announces October 8 to 10 for the big free fair. Committees are named and premium lists published. About $2,000 in cash premiums will be awarded in agricultural and livestock divisions. Exhibits from the extension department of the state university will participate. All fair activities are free to attend.
The column lists newborns reported since the last issue. Jun 26 a girl to Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Walker near Sidney. Jul 17 a boy to B. R. Hamilton near Carleton. Jul 13 a boy to J. B. Lacy in Sidney. Jul 5 a boy to T. E. Hood in Bible. Jul 15 a boy to John Hicks near Comanche. Jul 7 a boy to Roger Langston near Energy. Jul 23 a boy to A. Colehasure near Hasse.
A three day fair will start September 17 in Rising Star with premiums totaling over 1000 dollars. Local organizers expect strong attendance and showcase products and crafts.
The August 8 issue of The Chief Exponent announces a 12 page Magazine Section with stories on hunting opportunity Gettysburg reunion naval apprenticeship Texas Indian raids auto hints and fine arts plus farm news children's stories and household hints. The paper appeals for subscriptions and cooperation to publish an even better paper next year.
A Tuesday gathering at Mrs. Clemons home celebrated Miss Agnes Graham as she prepares to sail to Korea as a Methodist missionary. The event featured a program led by local youths, tributes to her mother, and a Korea themed procession, followed by a reception and light refreshments. The Graham family, Scarritt Bible and Training School, and local missionary societies contributed to the occasion.
Fort Worth, July 21 1913 Frisco railway announces changes in operative and traffic departments by receivers Avery Turner and George H Schleyer Names include George TL Schlever as general manager and receiver W C Preston as traffic manager WE Livingston assistant superintendent GA Chandler superintendent of car service offices for general freight and passenger agent and trainmaster abolished communications now go to traffic manager
The Comanche Study Club will edit and publish The Chief-Exponent on August 5. Managing Editor is Mrs Tom Bell and City Editor is Mrs KE Harris. Advertising by Mrs Jesse Hughes and others. Profits aid the Free Public Library at the High School for children and the public. Support is urged to help the meritorious fundraising effort.
Jim Helmsley returned from Waco where he helped rescue a young man from the Brazos river after a car accident. The would be suicide jumper surfaced unharmed. a party of young women escaped with minor injuries while one girl was seriously injured but expected to recover.
About seventy five or eighty Wesley Sunday School Class members of the Methodist church attended a hobo party or moonlight picnic Tuesday night and all reported an enjoyable time.
The Chief Exponent touts advertising rates at less than half the competition in Comanche territory. It urges every merchant who sells valued goods to place a weekly ad in the paper to reach the trading public.
The Standard Oil Company of New Jersey wired 5 million to Texas as a penalty to settle a Texas anti trust case. The move wipes out a 102 million penalty and ouster suit against four oil firms five New York banks and twenty eight individuals. Magnolia stock is placed in trustee hands to ensure independent operation under state guarantee. Judge I F A Williams named trustee. This marks Texas's fourth oil penalty in six years and the first in which a company remains in business.
The old ball park ground has been leased for a tent theatre to run the first week in August. Local organizers hope to delay the show a week or two to avoid clashing with a Methodist meeting at the adjacent tabernacle, as both events could disrupt the other.
Prof Leonard Daugherty of Louisville Kentucky with Emma Harris will present illustrated songs including Old Black Joe and Holy City a male quartet and a ladies Christian church event at the skating rink next Tuesday July 29 admission is 25 cents proceeds go to purchase a piano
A two day picnic at Indian Gap is set for August 12th and 13th with activities beginning the night of August 11th. Camping grounds are being prepared and organizers expect a large turnout.
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