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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1917
Page
2
A historical note reflects the ambition of many girls to become Red Cross nurses, resenting any suggestion they are confined by gendered roles. The sentiment shows early 20th century views on women’s service and professional aspiration in wartime contexts.
An out of town writer praises Comanche's booming growth and prospects. He notes prosperity purity and faith in the town and its citizens, stressing that the editor’s view depends on the writer’s heart while expressing confidence in Comanche’s ultimate success.
The commission examining newspaper costs spoke with Mr. Dodge of the International Paper Co. He replied that no one on the commission or in the company could answer fully.
A commentator denounces appointive regulators as unqualified and harmful to railroad and business interests. He cites Texas railroad commissions as examples of short sighted policy, arguing competent managers are overruled by less capable appointees, hindering commercial progress.
A civic manifesto argues for promoting wholesome picture shows to counter cheap vaudeville. It urges supporters to help exhibitors bring affordable, educational performances and create a better environment for youths, noting newspapers should not be used for free publicity.
From a Texas song writer Ella Hudson Day,Rotan Texas,Co manche. Day, known for Texas sung in many schoolrooms, presents America My America, praised as a master thought in rhyme expressing a sentiment common to Americans. The article hopes Texas will recognize her soon.
A visible lyric piece from Rotan Texas expresses patriotic love for the United States. The short verse praises freedom unity and the flag and credits Ella Hudson Day from Rotan Texas.
Mr and Mrs Morris near De Leon welcome a girl. Mr and Mrs N F Robbins near De Leon welcome a girl. Mr and Mrs W A Woozencraft near De Leon welcome a boy. Mr and Mrs C W Williams De Leon welcome a boy. Mr and Mrs J H Lewis De Leon report a birth. Mr and Mrs H F Skaggs near De Leon welcome a girl. Mr and Mrs Ira Tennison Sipe Springs welcome a girl. Mr and Mrs T H Johnson energy report a girl. Mr and Mrs J Gordon Newberg report a girl.
Teething babies suffer in heat with gum pain and stomach upset. McGees Baby Elixir corrects sour stomach cools and quiets bowels and aids digestion. Price 25¢ and 50c per bottle. Sold by H. P. Smith.
Rev. Alex Corter will preach at Energy church during Saturday and Sunday services at 8 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. The schedule highlights a weekend revival and a midweek service led by Corter.
The members of Comanche Lodge No. 165 I O O F express heartfelt sympathy and mourning for Brother Charles Garner. We note his devoted service to the order and his merits as a man, and thank Pecan Valley Lodge No. 236 and Tai Iban Lodge No. 41 for assistance during the Brownwood arrangements.
The lodge passes resolutions praising a brother for his kind services during illness. A copy will be given to the bereaved family and sent to the Chief Exponent and the Vanguard for publication. The minutes of the lodge will record the action.
An ad claims a bilious sick feeling and constipation can be relieved quickly with Herbine. The first dose shows improvement and a few doses purportedly put the system in vigor. Price 50e. Sold by S. P. Smith.
A long exposition argues that a dust mulch keeps soil moist and cool, prevents evaporation, and helps corn stay green in hot winds. It explains moisture rise, soil temperature, and the benefits of stirring the surface after rain to form a protective mulch.
A Wellsburg New York druggist S H Murphy calls Chamberlain's Tablets the most satisfactory stomach trouble and constipation remedy sold in thirty four years of service. The product is obtainable everywhere.
An advertisement urges readers not to gamble with heart health and recommends Renovine as a heart and nerve tonic priced 50 cents and one dollar.
J. W. Scurry advertises a special delivery system for faster service and invites customers to phone in orders for prompt attention amid the claim that it is never too late to order. The notice stresses efficient handling under the Wm. Reese label.
Health of the community is good. J. R. Horner visited relatives in Brown county. Vesta Davis returned home from Proctor. Roy Horner has the mumps. Families from Dublin and Hasse visit J. R. Horner. The Sunday school progresses. A party at Joe Gane's had a good time. Local fishing brothers and others visited kin. Farmers plant peanuts. various neighbors attend prayers. Grandma McKinney returns from Dublin visiting relatives. Willis Hasley and wife visit family.
Cincinnati ad touts Freezone as a cheap, safe remedy to remove corns and calluses. A few drops applied to the affected area allegedly stops pain and loosens the corn so it can be lifted out with the root. The small bottle is sold at drug stores and by wholesalers if unavailable locally.
Land of the G Jones estate totaling 347 acres by act measurement is offered for sale by judgment of the District Court. Located one mile south of Beattie on a public road, 130 acres in cultivation with three sets of improvements. Sealed bids must include certified checks of 250 dollars to W L Hague Receiver Press Building Waco Texas. See J Rieger for details.
Miss Fay Burks of Comanche visited Miss Estal Grundy for a week. Bryan Bryson of Comanche spent last night in Brownwood en route to his home in Concho County. Mr and Mrs Hardy Jones and children arrived from Comanche. Mr Jones takes a job with Jer-Smith Co and will settle in Brownwood.
An advertisement touts Prickly A Bitters as a stomach aid and bowel purifier. The Wm. Re Co. is listed as special agents for the product.
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