Vacation Bible School Starts at Methodist Church
A Vacation Bible School began Monday morning at the Methodist Church with 52 pupils enrolled. The program runs half days through the week. Mrs. J. C. Helm directs, assisted by Mesdames Joe Marshall, J. B. Lowry, J. C. Biggs, A. C. Haynes, and Miss Janet Holmes on music. Refreshments follow daily sessions. Courses in Bible and Sunday School work are offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. C. Helm
Joe Marshall
J. B. Lowry
J. C. Biggs
A. C. Haynes
Janet Holmes
Comanche reveals March 17 wedding of Donaho daughter
A secret wedding was solemnized March 17 in Glen Rose. Marion Lucille Donaho married Arden Lewis of Stephenville, both Tarleton graduates. Mrs Lewis, youngest Donaho daughter, was active in school and Tarleton music programs and won county district contests.
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Glen Rose
Comanche
O. H. Donaho
Marion Lucille
Miss Donaho
Arden Lewis
Stephenville
Lewis
Ohn Tarleton College
Tarleton
Commanche
Glee Club
Mrs Norris Graduates From Texas Christian University
Mrs Dyrank Norris Jr, daughter of Mr and Mrs O H Donaho of Comanche, graduates from Texas Christian University Fort Worth last week. Her husband Brad completed post graduate work last session. They travel to Chicago for Northwestern University summer session. Mrs Norris is a Comanche High School alumna who attended Simmons University before T C U.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth
Dyrank Norris, Jr
O. H. Donaho
Comanche
Norris
Brad
Chicago
Northwestern University
Comanche High School
Mr. Norris
Simmons University
Bridge Tea Hosted by Cunningham and Brightman Ladies
Miss Minnie Cunningham and Miss Hattie Brightman hosted a Thursday afternoon bridge and tea at the Brightman residence. Nine players enjoyed vinjas daisies and roses pink and green decor. Mrs. Harold Denny won the score trophy, Elizabeth Anthony was second, W. H. Carpenter received the consolation prize, Edith Williams won a ten guest salad course prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Cunningham
Hattie Brightman
Brightman
Rold Denny
Elizabeth Anthony
W. H. Carpenter
Edithorace Williams
Plums Displayed From 3-H Fruit Farm Near Comanche
Hampton showed a sack of large plums gathered at his 3-H Fruit Farm near Comanche. One fruit from the Bruce nursery weighed three paces and measured 6.5 by 6.75 inches. The Bruce is regarded as a top variety by local nurserymen and is nearly free from blight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton
Monay
Comanche
Bruce Nuriery
Bruce
Comanche County
Sheriff Sale Notice In Comanche County Texas Case 4787-D
The Dallas Joint Stock Land Bank of Dallas filed suit against B. G. Cardwell. A 245 acre tract in Comanche County is levied on as Cardwell’s property to satisfy a 1934 judgment of 4850.98 plus interest and costs. Sale set for the first Tuesday in July 1934 at the Comanche County Courthouse to the highest bidder for cash. The notice also reports the death of Miss Louise Matthis in Houston on June 4 and funeral arrangements in May.
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95Th Judicial District Court of Texas
Dallas County
Dallas Joint Stock Land Bank OF Dallas
B. G. Cardwell
Court House
Sai Comanche County
Comanche
B. G. Cardell
Comanche County
Texas
T. L. Toulmin
Toulmin
Varas
S. E
N. E. Cor
N. W
Z. G. Cardwell
A. B. Mickle
B. Cardwell
A. D
Dwight Brightman
Sherff
Zephyr Girl Wins Brown County Bedroom Contest
Miss Katherine Fisher of Zephyr won the Brown County bedroom contest, earning a district berth. Her room will be judged by district agent Gertrude Blodgett on June 19, and she wins a free trip to the A&M short course in August. Catherine Porter of Blanket took second, awarded $5 to apply toward trip expenses.
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Katherine Fisher
Zephyr
Brown County
Brownwood Banner
Triplets Franklin Delano Roosevelt Born Near Gatesville
An Ohio couple near Gatesville welcomed triplet boys named Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The first was born May 24 with the other two on May 26. Parents and all three boys are reported doing well. This may be the first triplet birth in Corvell County, per the Hamilton Record-Herald.
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Ochis Rogers
Gatesville
Franklin, Delano
Roosevelt
Hamilton Record-Herald
Herald-Record
Corvell County
Black-Draught Laxative Popular for Dizziness Headache
A Virginia reader praises Thedford's Black-Draught as splendid for dizziness or headache caused by constipation. The ad notes millions of packages sold, priced at 25¢, and mentions Syrup of Black-Draught for children as a laxative for colds and stomach ills.
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Thedford
G. W. Holley
St. Paul
McKenzie Family Reunion Held at Coleman Texas
Relatives from McKenzie and nearby counties gathered in Coleman for the annual Kenzie family reunion. About 206 relatives attended along with several friends from Comanche County. Participants included Mr. and Mrs. Tom Wards, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Wards, George McKenzie and Lily, Alfred McKenzie, Charlie McKenzie, and Mrs. Ollie Fletcher. The reunion for next year is planned for Brownwood.
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Manche
Comanche County
Coleman
Kenzie
West Texas
Bedes
Comane
Tomwards
J. C. Wards
George McKenzie
Lily
Alfred McKenzie Charlie cKenzie
Ollie Fletch
Miith Named Candidate for State School Superintendent
Jefferson G. Smith of Austin enters the race for state school superintendent opposing incumbent L A Woods who is in the first term. Smith won the last day in the state race and was endorsed by the Comanche County School League, which had previously supported Woods when organizing the group of schools.
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Jefferson G. Smith
Austin
Opposin L. A
Why the Sudden Change to Liquid Laxatives
Doctors favor measured liquid laxatives for adjustable, gentle action. The public is returning to liquid formulas that promote a comfortable, regular movement without habit or kidney irritation. Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin is cited as a safe, effective option.
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Caldwell
Breckenridge Visit By Local Women and Families
Misses Maude and Leve Roberson and Mrs. George W Tate and Miss Elizabeth Tate spent Sunday in Breckenridge with Mr and Mrs Edwin Wright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maude
Leve Roberson
George W. Tate
Elizabeth Tate
Breckenridge
Edwin Wright
Mrs. Randall Returns from Fort Worth and Dallas Visit
Mrs. W. L. Randall has returned from a visit to Fort Worth and Dallas, detailing her travels and engagements during the trip.
Mr and Mrs Lon Smith Visit Brownwood Relative
Mr and Mrs Lon Smith and their son from Brownwood spent a Sunday with his mother Mrs Mary L Smith, visiting in the area and sharing family time with relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lon Smith
Brownwood
Mary L. Smith
Singing School Underway At Vandyke Led By Rippetoe Brothers
A singing school is in progress at Vandyke taught by the Rippetoe Brothers with over fifty attendees. It began last Monday and will run for at least another week.
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Vandyke
Vandyvke
Rippetoe Brothers
Ford Again to Head Schools at Gorman
Kenneth L. Ford is reelected superintendent of the German schools for three years. J. H. Cooper is elected principal. Mrs. Andrew J. Mehaffey is named to a high school position with several vacancies noted. Teachers Mae Underwood Lugean Armsby Loma Wood and LaRue Dean listed among appointees.
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Kenneth L. Ford
German Progress
J. H. Cooper
Andrew J. Mehaffey
Mae Underwood
Lugean Armsby
Loma Wood
LaRue Dean
Progress
Norris Visit With Fort Worth Couple
Mr. and Mrs. J. Frank Norris Jr of Fort Worth have been visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Donaho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Frank Norris, Jr
Fort Worth
O. H. Donaho
Black-Draught Brings Quick Relief for Constipation
Mr W M Henderson of Jasper Florida reports twenty years use of Thedford s Black Draught for constipation. He says a few doses relieve dull aching headaches and fatigue and keeps it at home for his large family. He notes it is worth its weight in gold and is sold in 26 cent packages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Henderson
Jasper
Fia
Thedford
Gille Tailoring Offers Suits Made to Measure
Comanche tailor Gille advertises quality suiting crafted to individual measurements. Located one to two blocks west of the jail, the shop markets custom fittings and tailored garments to local customers.
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Gille
Jail
Comanche
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Houston
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J. M. Matthis
Rising Star
May Methodist Church
W. S. Fisher
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Veatch
May
Matthis
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Miith
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Gorman
Ernest Tupin
Farm News
Comanche, Texas
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Goodrich Safety
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Oyu
Carly
San Antonio
Gunter Hotel
Paul E. McSween, Mer
N. A. Palmer &Co
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Y. W. Holmes
Title Examiner
National Title and Trust Co
Kenneth Ory
Comanche National Bank
Office
Tessie
A. J. Gray
W. D. Carroll
Geo. T. Blackwell
Blackwell Sanitarium
C. W. Ory
Nat
Gulf Refining CO
W. H. Slider
Phopes
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West Side Square
Daughety Clinic
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