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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
2
The commission urges Comanche to secure natural gas, noting if gas is available Ball Glass Company would build a glass factory there. It argues residents must take initiative to attract investment and spur local interest.
The Postmaster General defended wartime mail service by noting congressmen sent daily 150 tons of franked mail through the Washington post office, accusing them of causing broad mail congestion as government affairs were managed. The remark aimed to strike at critics while underscoring service strain.
The piece argues that government operation of telephone and telegraph, railroads, and express companies costs more now than in pre war days. It notes freight from Dallas took 24 hours previously but now takes 48, and expresses delays remain common. It contends questions about whether regulation pays remain.
The article argues Texas lawmakers fail to reflect Texas will on national woman suffrage. It notes Texas rejected woman suffrage and questions whether Texas representatives truly represent citizens or follow personal views when voting on national suffrage.
The piece argues that Texas voters rejected woman suffrage, notes a law allowing women to vote in Democratic primaries, and urges repeal by the Legislature. It claims constitutional challenges and district court rulings invalidate the act, calling for a democratic response and action by lawmakers.
Thomas B Langston writes from Chamonix France detailing daily life in the Alps. He describes luxurious health resort amenities rides skating and sleighing, YMCA facilities and alpine tours, and notes long train delays and his return plans with his unit near Briey Luxembourg. He praises American soldiers and shares observations on locals and a final sign off to his brother.
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