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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
4
With Congress adjourning, Ton Morris Sheppard faces a possible trip to Texas to join Joe Bailey in a joint discussion. The outcome depends on Senate and party schedules and the timing of any sanctuary policy talks.
A longtime subscriber renews, praising the paper for returning to democracy rather than socialism. The Chief pledges to defend free government as the founders intended, vowing to stand firm on its line all summer. It critiques Democratic senators for voting with President Wilson on the peace treaty and predicts party conformity at the convention.
Policy urges replacing dwindling manpower with horse and motor power and labor-saving devices. Texas Chamber plans credit programs to fund implements, extend credit terms, and engage bankers in a permanent middle-term credit system. Senator J Ham Lewis says Wilson may be renominated if delegates favor him. critics blame Wilson for the failed peace treaty and League of Nations entanglements.
The state executive committee chose Bailey for the July primary despite resistance among members. They acknowledged reluctance but feared greater problems if they refused. The piece notes the public deserves to select their governor and hints at potential reaction if rights are overridden.
A 1910s style editorial criticizes Congress for allocating over five billion dollars to run the government while decrying federal overreach into state affairs. It cites Texas prohibition enforcement, state officers, and “spies” watching citizens, arguing invasions of state duties raise costs and taxes.
The Beaumont Journal and Fort Worth Record are cited criticizing Wilson Hobby aligned legislatures for outsourcing state policy to political bosses. They argue voters must reject backed candidates, defend free government, and elect foe Baler governor to stop alleged autocratic control and squander of public funds.
Pat Neff denounces extravagance as followers apologize for Wilsons trip to France spending millions for fourteen hundred Shumkeys in Paris hotels and a $3,000,000 private residence. He says state and national administrations waste money while endorsing the same group. Joe Bailey urged to halt the flagrant disregard of the people’s rights.
Chairman Watson of the national Republican platform committee says a prohibition plank was misplaced and not read in the adoption report. He claims it was a small, neutral clause that did not favor wets or dries, and was later nailed to the platform after adjournment. He jokes Democrats may wish for a similar lapse in San Francisco.
In Baton Rouge the Louisiana House voted 67 to 44 against the Shattuck resolution to ratify the federal amendment and 60 to 39 to oppose federal suffrage in any form after a spirited debate led by Representative Ford Claiborne. Senate action on the state rights amendment awaits a Thursday vote with 95 to 11 already approved in the House.
A jolly group of young people swam last Saturday at Bonner's tank under chaperone Mrs. Elmer Webb. Attendees included Misses Lillian Durham Earnest ine Atwood Xphres Clark Alma Atwood Jeanette Reese Lucy May Palmer and Messrs. Hilburn Arthur Fred Brown Eustace McCullough Ray Hoff and John Reese.
A gentleman with a grand French name opens a high end Fifth Avenue jewelry store. No pieces are on display yet and prices start at ten thousand dollars. Clerks wear frock coats and silk ties, and hats are worn to work as patrons report lavish service and cautious pricing.
Since 1915 the first year of preserved fish statistics, the United States has held a fair market share. Before the war nearly all salmon came from the Pacific coast, and recently when other sources closed, sardines and herring were also imported from the United States.
The notice signals Huck Finn appearances at the Majestic theater unfolding on upcoming Monday and Tuesday with schedules unclear. Local patrons anticipate a staged reading or performance featuring Mark Twain’s famed character in a period setting.
Do not delay eye testing as it may save money and prevent suffering. Reeses Jewelry Store pledges to be frank about their ability to help, stating if they cannot assist.
The advertisement notes a twenty percent reduction on Jersey Lee Cream Freezers at Todd Randals and Jennings. It highlights a limited sale offered by the local retailer.
The piece hints at Joe Bailey and allies driving a campaign for July primaries, dismissing a May 1 event and urging readers to track returns as the election unfolds. It frames Bailey as a leading voice for a defined democratic effort and his allies as ready to count votes.
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