Jail Break In Comanche Two Teens Escape In Chevrolet
A slender fifteen year old and his slightly larger cell mate escaped from Comanche jail Saturday night using blankets to lower from a window. They drove away in a stolen Chevrolet, later separated near Higginbotham's Lumber Yard. Kennedy returned to Dallas by Sunday afternoon while Wisdom headed toward the Square. Kennedy later described and led officers to the car's trail and a key found in a stove.
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Comenche
Prentice Kennedy
Kennedy
Dallas
J. T. Galbreath
R. E B. Chambers
Comanche
Huntsville
Ho Wis
Prentice
Wisdom
de Leon
Galbreath
J. S. Andrews
Higginbotham
Floral Park
Local berry growers weigh new canning berry option
Lawton area growers debate shifting to a new berry for canning noting table readiness. Prospect of expanding acreage urged by Anette Allee and G W Coker as experts claim the berry may suit sandy soils and boost profits despite questions about canning economics. Philadelphia yacht Mayflower status cited in broader national expense cut context.
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Alec Raderson
Anette Allee
Philadelphia
Hoover
Rene
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Boyd elected Fort Worth Baptist Hospital head
Boyd has been elected superintendent of Fort Worth Baptist Hospital to succeed Rev. Parham, who resigned last week. He resigns from North Fort Worth Baptist Church to accept the hospital post, while Rev Durham leaves to reenter the ministry. The trustees praised Durham for four years of service.
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Hes Deltee
Boyd
Fort Worth Baptist Hospital
Eo Parham
Drs Boyd
North Fort Worth
Ea Waa
Piustess
Pi Ees
Nes County Associational Hoard Cok
Baptist General Convention of Texas
Dee
Manuhge Date of Tales at Al Lugal Theatre
The majestic will present its first talking picture on January 17 12 19 according to Messial Tate wel Gaver. The program opens with a short feature Hot Stars a Edison style comedy starring Alice White. Equipment delays kept the premiere from an earlier date.
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Cheir
Jane
Messial Tate
Alice White
Mefostic Management
Local Family Notices Bettie Barnes Funeral Held
The Barnes family attended the funeral of Bettie Mac a four year old, with Mr and Mrs. Jesse Barnes of Abilene among those named for Shrawn Saturday 16.
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A. D. Barnes
T. A.barnes
M. A. Barnes
Feneral
Bettie
Mac
Jesse Barnes
Abiene
Wool sale strengthens county wool pool results
Wool sale Saturday brought about 50 007.00 dollars as the top lot sold to her and Son of Bertran at 0 21 0 and 32 cents. About 159 000 pounds were offered at 5 to 6 shillings per pound. Additional wool not included in the sale was offered later and accepted after inspection. Organizers reported a successful effort despite a weakened market and planned the next pool for Saturday June 18.
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Bertran
Aittle
Pune
Charley Rattler
Bapsley
Weel
South Texas
South Texs
South Tekxas
Local Farmer Sows 17 000 Cabbage Plants For Market Venture
Bertley Hartley promotes a new vegetable venture growing 17 000 cabbage plants on two acres to sell to wholesalers. He expands with onions cantaloupes carrots and tomatoes while noting freight costs and regional demand. He aims for higher gross returns than traditional farming by targeting year round markets and nearby territories.
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Bertley
Cabhaze
Wich
Bartley
Rafiee
Pena
Pervan
Ramley
Rio Grande Valley
Hartley
Mackey Goes to Brownwood for Tonsil Operation
Mackey traveled to Brownwood on Wednesday for a tonsil operation. The move was reported in local news as a routine medical procedure with no complications noted.
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Mackey
Brownwood
Chamber of Commerce Sets 4 30 Friday Meeting
A special Chamber of Commerce meeting is set for Friday at 4 30 in the District Court room. President J R Eanes invites members to discuss key matters including a road program and urges attendance. Dr C C Clingman preached in Comanche Wednesday night before heading to Hamilton for a revival.
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Chamber of Commerce
District Court Room
J. R. Eanes
Mr. Banes
C. C. Clingman
Comanche Central
Walker Smith Co to Handle Comanche Canned Berries
The Walker Smith Co of Brownwood will handle Comanche canned berries. M A Bowdoin, manager of the local plant, reports the sale of practically all the local output to the firm. Bowdoin says freight savings justify using the entire output in the territory west of Comanche. Early of Walker Smith says it is a pleasure to use the Comanche product and aid the local industry.
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Walker Smith Co
M.A. Bowdoin
Bowdoin
Walker Smith Company
Comanche
School Board Reduces Debt
The Comanche School Board reports debt reduction with $1000 paid toward the district’s obligations, totaling $7000 over four years while overall debt stood at $14,000. Regular payments continue despite service rate changes and property rendition concerns. officials project retirement of the debt in three to four years.
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Comanche Scheol
Prectine
Comanche to Host Second Annual Round Up August 14 15 16
Comanche officials announce the second annual Round Up to run August 14 15 and 16 featuring a Live at Home fair highlighting Comanche County products. Prizes include capital awards for top preserved fruits and vegetables and the greatest variety exhibited by a single person. Bronc and steer riding, night programs, and affordable admission are planned.
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Comanche
Comanche County
Catalawtes
Tal
Yaar
Legion Post Receives War Trophies From War Department
Rector Cunningham Post of the American Legion Thursday received 31 German War Trophies from the War Department. The trophies include nine kinds of war rifles, a machine gun, a ten inch field artillery shell, sword and sheath, canteen, ammunition case, revolver mantlet, bayonets, and various shells plus a helmet. J. B. Allearn serves as custodian.
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Cunningham Post Americcan ‘Legion
War Department
Higginbotham
Bros
Legion
J. B. Allearn
Pecan Belt Highway Upgrades Near Comanche Planned
City Council completes plan to buy right of way for Pecan Belt Hiway extension. Road will curve smoothly from Fairland Filling Station southeast to Gaster place near the bridge, with extensive improvements aided by the Highway Department.
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Comanche
Fairland
Highway Department
Missing Obituary Fragments From Pitts Family
Out of town attendees at the funeral of De J. J. Pitts included J. G. Pitt, Mrs A. B. Chatham, Deda Wellcott and three sons of Guin Alberto Pitts. Also listed were Ty sed Joe Boron and sons of Rewoowood, OW Pitts and family et Colemane.
Ships Out Muttons From Fort Worth Market
M. Albin loaded four cars of select muttons to Fort Worth markets on Wednesday. The muttons were wethers and ewes.
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M. Albin
Fort Worth
Mrs. Russell Heads North with L. B. Russell Family
A fragment notes Mrs. Ty By. Russell leaving Austin on Monday after visiting with Mrs. L. B. Russell and their children.
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Ty By. Russel
Austin
L. B. Russell
Camanche Cabbage Growers Hit Eight-Pound Prize
Mr and Mrs Clarence Gore displayed a cabbage weighing eight pounds on their farm near Camanche. The Early Frost Proo f variety heads were uniform in size. Comanche Canning Plant boss H A Bowdoin said harvest would pick up by Monday with light picking days.
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Clarence Gore
Camanche
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Lawton Ang
DL Cuthber
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EW Huop
AY Fort Worte
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Burks & Son
Pave Gilbreath
University of Texas
W. R. Presley
Lloyd Mackey
Colorado
Texas
PP. K. Meckey
Majestic Theatre
Tim’ McCoy
the Fixer
Big Gov Comedy
Douglas Fairbanks
Zarro
Chester Conklin
Laurel and Hardy
Juster Keaton
Manuuhge
al Lugal Theatre
Domenghe Wuul
C.ufc
Lowcat Pries
Ligal Berries
Barks & Son
Legion Post
Pecan
H. A. Bowdoin
Wioekers
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