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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1924
Page
2
An editorial piece cites quotes from George Elliott Daniel Webster Samuel Gompers and William James to argue that moral suasion and cooperation are key to progress while condemning the fear of poverty and urging action for national liberty and responsible citizenship. It critiques materialism and urges planning and unity.
In a reflective piece set in Fort Worth in 1924, J R Kanes critiques mass opinion and urges individual thinking. He urges reliance on foundational ethics, condemns sensationalism, and warns against demagogues while stressing personal responsibility for government and culture. A letter from G W Jessup notes appreciation for the Comanche Chief anniversary edition and commends local journalism and leadership.
Port Worth Record notes the Chief marked fifty years with an anniversary edition bound in cream cover and filled with historical and biographical material. It compares the Chief to the San Angelo Standard which celebrated its fortieth anniversary. The Record congratulates these long-standing newspapers as they reach milestone ages.
The Comanche Chief releases a Golden Anniversary Edition with extensive data on Comanche and Comanche county. Editor Davis Doyle' s weeks of labor are praised as the Tribune offers warm congratulations and notes advertiser participation could improve. The issue benefits Comanche and surrounding counties, with wishes for continued prosperity.
The Comanche Chief marks fifty years as a West Texas record of events and service. Founded amid Indian disturbances, it sought legislation for a stronger ranger force to protect settlers and property. The edition stands as a treasured record of the paper’s long history and influence.
H. V. Fall, managing editor of the Texas Commercial News at Sugarland, Texas, writes about a beautifully printed illustrated magazine with state-wide circulation. The Golden term appears as part of the description in his note.
The writer commends the Comanche Chief for its fine appearance and typographic quality in the Golden Anniversary edition. They request permission to compile a Comanche story from the edition for the Texas Commercial News, promising to give full credit for scenes and cuts used.
Percy Davenport congratulates on the Golden Anniversary Edition praised for excellence. Jd Walden of Fort Worth thanks editors for the edition received and deemed it good. Brownwood News notes the issue marks fifty years of publication with a strong history of Comanche County. Dr C Klingman of Graham commends the edition as a masterpiece.
Don Thiel of Fort Wayne Indiana writes that Foley Pills acted in a few hours and gave him a good night's sleep after taking two pills. The advertisement promotes Foley Pills as a diuretic stimulant for the kidneys and says they are sold everywhere.
Advertisement notes a 5 1 2 percent loan repayable in 4 1 2 years or after 5 years at option. Mentions JD Bonner secretary-treasurer and location next to the chief office north side square. Also promotes Dallard's Snow Liniment for bone and muscle aches.
The Comanche Chief announces candidates for Democratic primary offices across districts. Included are names for District Judge J. R. McClellan, District Attorney Jesse Shipman, District Clerk Vt. Garnett, and numerous county offices such as Sheriff, Tax Collector, County Clerk, and Commissioner Precincts with their home counties and reelection notes where applicable.
An advertisement offers a mail order formula to make a stainless insecticide at home. It promises to kill mosquitos, fleas, bedbugs, moths, cockroaches and ants and urges readers to send 25 cents to Florida Chemical Co. for the recipe. The address given is St. St. and Talleyrand Ave, Jacksonville, Florida.
The advert states Liquid Borozone as a faster more thorough and pleasant liniment substitute for all usual uses. Available in 30c 60c and 1.20 options and sold by H. P. Smith.
Comanche residents advocate Donn's Pills for kidney and bladder issues with a quoted case from farmer KE HL Rogers who reports relief after use. The ad also promotes Herbine for bilious and constipated conditions and notes local availability at Paris Smith and Dixon's Kodak Shop in Comanche.
A reader from Kankakee Illinois praises Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief from female weakness backache nervousness and irregularities. The advertisement cites customer letters and claims strong family doctor support with widespread beneficial use and availability through druggists.
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