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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1927
Page
5
As bathing season begins and drowning risks rise, authorities remind residents that Comanche has a pulmotor ready for emergency use. The device is kept at the local fire department under Fire Chief R. C. Graham, and the city will provide it to towns or communities in need in the interest of public service.
Shoppers are invited to a promotional event at the Wm. Reese Drug Co store offering free fans to customers. The offer runs while supplies last and emphasizes in-store attendance and limited quantities.
A missionary note contrasts life without Christ with the Christian path, detailing loss of peace, security, joy, hope, and God's favor. It urges reflection on eternal life versus destruction and ends with a churchboard meeting reminder at Comanche Baptist Church on Saturday June 4 at 2:00 PM.
For 5 per cent loans see H. L Stewart, Treasurer, Federal Farm Loan Association. tf Window Glass all sizes at Higginbotham's Lumber Yard.
A compact ad for BMERTS Filling Station and Grocery located at Dublin and De Leon roads. The listing notes items available at the Kansas city shop with price or service hints for motorists and shoppers.
The Study Club annual social on May 19 honored retiring president Mrs. Hart Shoemaker. Guests enjoyed a pink white decor with flowers as Laura Lu Waring and Elizabeth Scurry served punch. Mrs. Ira Clemons received the gavel as new president and thanks were offered to Mrs. Shoemaker. The event, with ice cream and angel food cake, included out of town guests Mrs. W. D. McKay from Fort Worth and Mrs. Bess Watson from Stephenville.
Marriages listed include J. W. Davis with Lutie York Noland Boyd with Lottye Everett Lee Brooks with Claudia La Grone Roy C. Morris with Reta George Ernest Nelms with Beulah Deaths L. E. Smith Anna Bell Fisher Emma Horner and Helen Pauline Coulter.
The Duster Community Club held its regular meeting Friday night May 27. Mr. Barton spoke to 4-H members, Mr. Hart performed violin selections and gave a talk. The program committee presented a short play titled Uncle Eben's S Surprise Party. Reported inviting all to future meetings.
On June 1 1927 Miss Louise Roberson formerly of Dallas daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Roberson of Comanche married Bryan O Twaddell district manager of Linden Paint and Color Company for Washington Oregon and Montana with Portland as headquarters They will reside in Portland Oregon after the ceremony Miss Roberson a Comanche High School graduate has lived in Dallas for three years ahead of the wedding
A testimonial states relief from sluggishness and weakness after taking Vinol. The user reports gaining eight pounds in the first week and credits the iron and cod liver formula for improved strength, appetite, and sleep. The ad promotes Vinol from Wm. Reese Co. druggists.
A fragment mentions items at Higgin Bothams Lumber including glass and winbee. Details and context are unclear.
Erwin Loggin and Otto Strother were charged with stealing a Ford sedan in Tahoka Lynn County Texas. They were arrested in Comanche County near Logan's Gap by Blanket officers and jailed there pending Lynn County officers delivery to face charges Monday.
Advert says Higginbotham's Lumber Yard offers all sizes of window glass. Customers can select from a range of standard and custom panes. The notice emphasizes immediate availability and local shop pickup.
Lions club ladies night was a picnic event at Lake Eanes last Monday evening. The spread featured leads of good things to eat and a contest to see who could eat the most without busting. Rev. Ben F. Hearn led a short program with music and Lions' experiences, proving entertaining and his management was commendable.
A truncated notice advertises free fans and window glass offerings at a local store. The fragmented text mentions a William Drug Company and various window glass sizes, indicating a promotional sale or announcement.
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