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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1924
Page
4
A long paragraph laments ignorance, prejudice, and superstition while urging educated civic participation. It quotes Whittier, Pope, Luther, Thackeray, and Goldsmith to argue that knowledge, duty, and purpose shape personal and national progress, warning against indifference and political manipulation.
A reflective column muses on thinking before speaking, weather as safe topic, and the urge to forget words once spoken. It notes how weather chatter reveals preferences and warns of political manipulators in Texas politics, urging vigilance and decisive action against them.
The candidate asserts kindness in discourse and commitment to service regardless of confiding, stating I shall serve you well even if you do not confide. He adds I have done what I could and invites continued support. Proctor Texas notices include this political advertisement.
A Hamilton Herald-Record report notes Lon Boynton sold the Herald of Walters Oklahoma to James C Nance a Texas and Oklahoma newspaper man. G H Boynton visited Blanton week with son Harry Bernton and family and discussed future plans. The piece also mentions McGee s baby Elixir as a remedy for teething.
Grant Sanderdord asks Comanche county voters for support in the upcoming election promising strict enforcement of liquor laws and fair trials for all defendants. He notes his seven years of academic and legal work in Texas and cites his county attorney experience as preparation for the district attorney role.
A. B. Queen advertises a northwest Comanche dwelling for sale at 2000 dollars cash plus 500 down with easy terms on the balance. Prospective buyers are invited to view and respond. sale must close in thirty days at the listed price. Address: 2417 Elm Street Dallas Texas. Ends with ADE.
War Texas July 1 Truman Williams 16, a telegraph messenger, rode 1101.4 miles in 7 hours 22 minutes in a marathon race for trained bicyclists. He aimed to beat Jimmie Butcher of San Antonio who did 1041.2 miles in 9 hours 60 minutes.
Comanche, Brath and Hamilton committees praise the Edna Hill baseball series held July 17 15 and 19 at Gustine. Cosby Turner Armon Turney Lefty Clandier and Simeon Collinsworth receive notes of praise for pitching and officiating. Gustine defeats Edna Hill in games one and two with scores 2 1 and 2 4 and 2 8 in game three.
A large blaze at Riverside Park, home to Dallas Texas league club, gutted the left field stands and caused over 60 thousand dollars in damage. The fire followed a Beaumont Dallas game and its cause is undetermined though linked to a careless cigarette. The doubleheader with Wichita Falls proceeded at Gardner park, with a 12 day road trip planned to map future plans.
The Hicks family reunion at Little Valley drew over a hundred attendees on Thursday. Uncle Jim Hicks, 86, hosts annual gatherings with his wife Aunt Sarah, listing many descendants and visiting kin from Newburg, Comanche, Gustine, Mullin, and surrounding towns. The event featured songs by Dock Hicks’s orphaned daughter, remarks by Uncle Bill Green and others, and a note of Liquid Borozone health claims advertised by Paris Smith.
Jesus Christ, Son of Man and Son of God, faces Satan in the Judean wilderness. He resists three temptations by quoting Scripture, proving humanity real and divine power united, ending with angels ministering after Satan is defeated.
Fragmentary, reflective lines discuss human sorrow as a mystery for sinners, urging readers not to drift from the value of experiences despite bitterness. The piece references conscience, levity, and blindness as barriers to meaning, attributed to Alexander Maclar.
A devotional plea asks for divine aid to be faithful and earnest in all labor. The prayer emphasizes steadfast effort, sincerity, and guidance in daily tasks.
The saying argues that a clear conscience is valued by many as a luxury rather than a necessity, reflecting varied moral beliefs and personal standards in society.
A concise reflection notes that people find it simpler to debate others duties than to fulfill their own duties, urging self examination and accountability. The line emphasizes personal responsibility over criticism of others.
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