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Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1917
Page
2
Laconics and fragments in a terse wartime note
A brief collection notes famous sayings and laconic lines. The piece cites Perry’s quote we met the enemy and they are ours and a check marked failed with keep her coming. The tone is cryptic and fragmentary, reflecting terse wartime communication and terse editorial humor.
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Perry
Nero as Rome's Cruelty Symbol in Historical Myths
The text portrays Nero as Rome’s wicked ruler, noting his cruelty and the association of Nero with crimes such as burning Rome. It claims symbolic links to cruelty and mentions sensational lines about dancing at the fire and mythical use of artificial ice.
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Nero
Rome
Wilson Sends Root on Russia Mission as War Aid
The piece portrays Wilson as a Democrat sending Elihu Root a Republican to Russia as a special emissary to rally Russians. Gen Scott accompanies him with claims that the mission could surpass American troops in impact. Rumors say Root leads power and Scott may be in action. Wilson is praised as farsighted.
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Wilson
Elihu Root
Root
Russia
Eek Scott
Gen. Scott
Why Have These Two Standards
Excerpt from an advertisement argues both wives and home managers deserve labor saving equipment just as business offices do. It claims modern devices cut costs and reduce drudgery at home and work, urging readers to read advertisements for ideas from the age.
St Louis Race Riots Blame Cast By Gompers Comments
Samuel Gompers discusses blame for St Louis labor unrest. He rejects broad union guilt while condemning unions that break laws and threaten public safety. The remarks address responsibility of labor groups in civil disturbances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Samuel Gompers
Uns
Woodrow Wilson and Kaiserland War Proclamation
The piece notes Wilson as a farseeing gentleman whose war proclamation was a message to Germany and implies a rising upheaval in Kaiserland. It contrasts the pen with the sword and emphasizes strategic foresight.
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Woodrow Wilson
Grmany
Kaiserland
Wilson
Indicator warning on postwar military plans in Dallas News
The Dallas News argues cantonments will stay intact for training young Americans and forecasts a standing army of at least 250 000. It suggests a six to twelve month training period for all youths after the war and cautions against militarism becoming entrenched in the nation.
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Dallas News
News to the Public on Draft Drawings
The article describes the Washington draft draw starting at 9 30 a m with the first thirteen names posted by 11 00 a m and by 8 p m the first three hundred names were available. It credits The Fort Worth Star Telegram for transmitting the news at no charge and notes the paper’s role in delivering prompt news to readers.
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Washington
Fort Worth
Law for Lawyers: Texas Laws in Need of Overhaul
Opinion piece argues Texas statutes are outdated and biased against the masses, harming business. It blames legislators for poor outcomes and calls for lawyers to craft laws, claiming law as a business like farming and criticizing plumbers and newspapermen in the legislature.
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Texas
Worth While The Pila Shows Dickens Classic On Screen
Last Thursday and Friday the local theater presented A Tale of Two Cities based on Dickens. The piece is praised as a worthy substitute for literature and an affordable, accessible way to enjoy great works. Majestic bills include photoplays like Graustark and other modern clean novels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Dickens
Majestic
Graustark
Meumbug Circus Draws Big Crowd in Comanche
The 66 Ranch and Humbug Circus, under the K P Lodge auspices, drew a large audience last Friday. People from the countryside arrived early, a parade formed in the afternoon, and the show began at 5 30 p m with a lively circus day atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
66 Ranch
Humbug Circus
K. of P. Lodge
Circus Thrills Comanche As Large Crowd Attends
The spacious tent was filled to capacity at night and the show was cheered throughout. The after show drew strong applause and the local K of P lodge earned praise for bringing wholesome entertainment and a profitable event to Comanche.
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K. of P’s
Comanche
Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy Advertised By Chicago Specialist
A Chicago stomach specialist claims daily cathartics fail to cure stomach trouble and that Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy treats stomach liver and intestinal ailments. The ad warns of gall stones cancers ulcers auto intoxication and other dangers and promotes the product sold by The Wm. Reese Co.
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Chicago
Mayr
Wm. Reese Co
Mystery of the purloined pork in wartime Washington
Detroit Free Press recounts Secretary of Agriculture Houston at a Washington reception remarking on a dark mystery about pork theft. The tale centers on two men who bought pork in partnership, Wash and Cal, with a punch line about a brine hole and ongoing mystery.
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Secretary of Agriculture
Houston
Washington
Wash
Cal
Detroit Free Press
Rough on the Judge in Crowded Courtroom
A terse courtroom moment features a tense exchange as opposing counsel objects on a subsisting point of law. The judge, seeking dignity, queries the purpose of his bench while the advocate concedes the difficulty.
Mean Scots Quarrel Ends With Laughing Resolve
In a clipped tale from Tit-Bits two 12 year old Scotsmen quarrel and spar, one lands a blow as the other lies on the ground. The victor coolly jokes that he will stay until everyone goes away, betraying a dry scanniness and stubborn humor of Scottish lads.
Military Oh Oh in the town front street quarrel
A late night disturbance unfolds as soldiers gather on the front street amid shouting and a feared officer confrontation. One resident, George, rises reluctantly to witness the chaotic roll call and potential violence.
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George
Lima woman credits Chamberlain's Tablets for relief
Miss Emma Verbryke of Lima Ohio suffered two years of stomach trouble and bilious attacks. She could eat little and felt dizzy and faint at times. After taking Chamberlains Tablets she improved rapidly and the remedy became obtainable everywhere.
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Emma Verbryke
Lima
Ohio
Chamberlain
Bankish banter in the tale of cash and trust
In a terse exchange, Casey asks about a bank while Maloney explains the flow of money and profit. Maloney notes banks earn by cutting what is deposited or short-changing withdrawals, revealing the skepticism and practical punch of the scene.
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Casey
Maloney
Stop Sharp shooting pains as Ritchie’s wonder worker for female disorders
An ad touts Stop Sharp’s alleged remedy with claims it relieves female disorders. It lists a price of 1.50 dollars and promotes the product as a universal heal-all with testimonial-style language.
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Ritchie
La Creole hair color promises natural gray coverage
An advertisement promotes La Creole fair g hair color for women to cover gray hairs. It claims a natural look with a simple home application and lists a price of $1.00.
Comanche Lawyers Offer Free Help With Draft Exemptions
Comanche lawyers announce they will assist draftees in filing exemption claims at no charge. Exemption blanks must be obtained at examination, filled with affidavits, and returned within seven days of summons. The bar notes the patriotic help amid the tough position of those drafted.
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Comanche
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Offer
One hundred dollar reward offered for an incurable catarrh case. Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to cure catarrh by purifying blood and healing mucous surfaces. Slogan promises quick improvement and testimonials, with J J Cheney & Co publishing details from Toledo Ohio and druggist sales nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Chaern
Rv. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Advice for Claiming Exemption From The Board
Fragmentary notice urges individuals seeking exemption to fill prop blanks and consult a lawyer for guidance. It claims immediate action is needed upon receiving blanks and notes lawyers are willing to assist without cost.
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ADVI
Dodson's Tone Promotes Safer Calomel Alternative
An advertisement warns against Calomel causing excessive salivation and cramps. It promotes Dodson's Tone as a safe, all vegetable laxative available for 50 cents a bottle, claiming it starts the system without upsetting the stomach or causing salivation.
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Dodson
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the Comanche Publishing Co., Publishers
H. Carpenter
J. R. Eanes
W. H. Carpenter
Bee.-Treas
Geo. Sullivan
Geo
L. G. A. Cunningham
E. W. Harris
P. Smith
D. H. Cunningham
T. J. Cunningham
Oscar Callaway
BE. W. Harris
T. J. Williams
L. T. Cunningham
G. A. Cunningham
J. W. Taylor
Geo. L. Gallivan
Mrs
Bertie Wynn
Merton L. Harris
Comanche, Texas
N. Side
A. M. Neal
Masonic Temple
Paris Smith’s Drug Store
Pierce Fordyce Oil Association
J. C. Henderson
Chief Exponent
Meumbug Circus
P’s
Coleman
M. Coleman
Federal Reserve Banking System
Federal Reserve
First National Bank OF
Met
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