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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1912
Page
1
Emerson Kelly of this city narrowly escaped serious harm when his horse bolted after the buggy top snagged on a mesquite limb. He attempted to jump free but suffered ankle and shoulder injuries. he is reported improving and likely to recover.
Fragmented OCR reveals a local writing praising productivity and political boastings. Mentions test of creatures rabbit ibiting streets and socialists, with personal notes about candidacy, voting, and a small-scale home life. Includes names Boyd and RI Wilson Bros.
The Democratic Executive Committee of Comanche County Texas calls a meeting in the County Court room at 11 oclock on Monday June 17 1912 to arrange for the Democratic primary July 27 1912 and urges full attendance by all members. J R Eanes Chairman and J P Kearby Secretary. The Pythian Sisters announce year officers beginning July 1. Wanted boarders and roomers four blocks from the square. A change in schedule of the Friso is announced to take place soon.
A notice from Ohio? No, from Texas district seeks applicants for cadet examination at Fort Worth to fill a principal and two alternates for the U S Military Academy. Special exam July 1 1912 at Fort Sam Houston San Antonio. Applicants must be 17 to 22. OscaR CALLAWAY invites qualified youths to apply by June 12 with details.
A Comanche crowd estimated at 1500 filled the courthouse to hear Governor Colquitt defend his administration. He claimed reforms in the penitentiary ending the lease system and harsher punishments, highlighted fire and freeze damage, and criticized Ramsey and Campbell for prior policies. He promised continued action and humane treatment for prisoners.
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