Court List of Personal Pairings Includes Local Names
C. B. Gregory and Miss Viola Wilson, O. N. Echols and Miss Ida Lee Burks, J. Frank Palmer and Miss Lou Cummings, B. F. Hill and Miss Nell J. Huey appear in a court house notice listing how these pairs are connected or referenced in the local docket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Gregory
Viola Wilson
O. N. Echols
Ida Lee Burks
J. Frank Palmer
Lou Cummings
B. F. Hill
Nell J. Huey
Births Reported for Hasse and Gustine Areas
A girl born to Mr and Mrs J S Kerley of Hasse and a boy born to R L McKinney of Gustine are noted in local birth notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.S. Kerley
Hasse
R. L. McKinney
Gustine
Property transfers in Gustine and DeLeon recorded
C C Reeves and others sell lot four in block five Honea addition Gustine for 70 dollars. W H Whittenburg and others sell 1 2 lot three in block XLX DeLeon for 1050 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Reeves
J. G. Daniel
Honea
Gustine
W. H. Whittenburg
W. A. Nunnelley
DeLeon
High Priced Steers Bought by Clarence Albin and Stevens
Clarence Albin and Jack Stevens purchased eighteen three year old steers from John Sides of Blanket Route 3. The animals weighed about 1200 pounds each and brought around 70 dollars per head. They also bought several cows and heifers from Sides and shipped to the Fort Worth market Thursday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Albin
Jack Stevens
John Sides
Blanket
Route 3
Mr. Sides
Messrs
Albin
Stevens
Fort Worth
Brick Plant Starts In Comanche Expecting Growth
The new brick plant began operations on Tuesday with an 8 hour day capacity of 20 000 bricks and a crew of eighteen to twenty men. It will produce white sand lime face bricks, provide cheap building material, and spur local construction and payroll growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Lane Marries Louise Wilson in Brownwood Home
L D Lane, agent of the San Antonio Life Insurance Co, a Comanche native, wed Louise Wilson Monday night at the bride’s Brownwood home 409 East Chandler Street. Friends extend congratulations and best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Lane
San Antonio Life Insurance Co
Comanche
Comanche County
Brownwood
Chandler Street
Louise Wilson
Lane
Old Settlers Reunion Promotes Slides Show
Advertisement urges a free motion picture show during the Old Settlers Reunion on July 2 3 and 4. Merchants and candidates are invited to sponsor a slide presenting their needs with a small cost of $2.50 for three nights or $5.00 for combined events at The New Majestic operated by Ardis and Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Settlers
Merchant
W. QO
NEW Majestic Ardis & Moore
Great Dallas Rally Call for Ball Club Delegates
A 1914 Dallas letter invites Democrats opposed to open saloons to a July 2 rally featuring Colonel Ball and others. It urges widespread participation, railroad discounts, and parish announcements to make the event the greatest day in Texas politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Texas
Dallas
Colonel Ball
A. W. Walker
Mgr
Honor Roll of Subscriptions Recipients Named
We are indebted to G. B. Sanders, T. C. Edge, Mrs. W. T. Lee, H. H. Stevenson, C. L. Dewitt, Sol McDonald, Mrs. Ida Maples and Joe Tannehill for money paid to the Great Religious Weekly on subscription.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. B. Sanders
T. C. Edge
W. T. Lee
H. H. Stevenson
C. LI. Dewitt
Sol McDonald
Ida Maples
Joe Tannehill
Comanche Boy Henry Moore Visits Nashville Family
Henry Moore son of Mrs. T C Moore returned from Nashville for a summer visit. He has worked in the L and N Railway engineering department overseeing a division on the Nashville to Birmingham line with nearly two hundred men and about $500000 in spending. Friends here welcome his return and note his rapid rise to responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Moore
T.C. Moore
Nashville
Tenn
L. & N. Railway
Birmingham
Moore
Henry
City
Fisher, Former Comanche Laundry Operator, Dies
S. K. Fisher, formerly of Comanche where he ran a laundry and latterly of the Newburg community, died last week. His remains were brought here for interment after a period of ill health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. K. Fisher
Comanche
Newburg
Fisher
Stephen ville hosts Methodist convention attendance list
Misses Louise Brightman Gol da Grainger Eulalia Nabers Myr and Mrs C L Cartwright and two children Mr and Mrs H B Clark Messrs C M Simmons and John Brightman attend the Methodist convention in Stephen ville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Brightman
Golda Grainger
Eulalia Nabers
Myr
C. L. Cartwright
H. B. Clark
Messrs. C. M. Simmons
John Brightman
Stephenville
Garrison Acquires Welborne Dunlap Home in Sidney Trade
Last week G L Garrison became owner of the Welborne Dunlap residence on West Seventh Street, while Mr Dunlap took ownership of a 109 acre farm three miles north of Sidney. Consideration stated at $4000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Garrison
Welborne
Local K of P Lodge Members Clean Cemetery Graves
About eight members of the local K of P Lodge went to the cemetery last week to clean the graves and lots of deceased members. Meritorious work described as worthy of emulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of P. Lodge
Market ad for oats and grains by The Commercial Company
An advertisement inviting buyers to approach The Commercial Company before selling oats wheat rye milo maize kaffir. The notice emphasizes the company as the selling partner for grain trades.
Comanche County Old Settlers and Soldiers Reunion
The Comanche County Old Settlers and Old Soldiers Reunion at Country Club Park runs July 3 and 4 with a morning band concert on the courthouse lawn, a grand parade to Country Club grounds, and a 1:30 pm band concert. Mayor G A Cunningham and Dr J M Carroll address attendees. Special meeting features songs, talks, and reserved seats for long-time residents. Night programs include band concerts and free moving pictures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Old Settlers
Country Club Park
Court House Lawn
Country Club
Dan Robertson
G. A. Cunninghan
Grounds
J. M. Carroll
Brownwood
Tabernacle
Old Settlers Camp Promises Talks Songs and Meeting
Two able men will supply addresses for the ad day though names are not yet given. The event includes pioneer talks songs duets retts and old time songs with a business meeting on the evening of day two. Free water and stock water wood for Old Settlers and ample shade.
Road Machinery Demonstration At Comanche County Roadwork
Demonstrations of Case road equipment continued with a new engine and grader tested on the Comanche Rush Creek road and earlier on Mercer Gap and rock. Prominent Comanche residents watched, and officials expect a permanent county road crew soon. The Martin Springs display drew citizens and commissioners. consensus favors moving away from the old team method to inform future steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. 1
Case
Comanche-Rush Creek
Mercer Gap
Comanche
Commissioners’ Court
Martin Springs
Dainty 500 Party and Society Skating Night
The young society crowd enjoyed a dance at the skating rink Tuesday night with about twenty five couples. Mrs Edward Guyger of Lampasas was honored at Ruth Waldrops home on North Main street where a number of married ladies attended a 500 party Wednesday evening. Watermelon was served at the end of the games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Guyger
Lampassas
Ruth Waldrop
North Main Street
May 16 Party Hosted by Miss Shellye Mayberry
Miss Shellye Mayberry entertained friends Tuesday evening in a tastefully decorated parlor. Guests enjoyed various games and musical selections, with ice cream and cake served by the hostess. They departed at a late hour with warm thanks for a pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shellye Mayberry
Mrs Hughes Hosts 500 Party for Ladies Group
Mrs Jesse T Hughes entertained about twenty six ladies with a 500 party Thursday afternoon from three to six. Nasturtians and ferns decorated the card rooms as six tables of players competed. Mrs W O Hamilton won the high score prize, a pair of black silk hose, with Mrs F J Reese assisting in serving and the refreshments served as a pleasing finale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse T. Hughes
W. O. Hamilton
F. J. Reese
New Paper Proctor Post Opens in Comanche County
James R. Little and Lillian Tittle own and publish The Proctor Post adding a seventh paper in Comanche County. Mrs Little visited Tuesday to discuss the venture, but no issue has been seen yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Proctor Post
James R. Little
Lillian Tittle
Mrrs
Shower Honors Miss Lou Cummings and Frank Palmer
A miscellaneous shower for the bride elect was held Monday evening at the George Cunningham home. Chaperoned by Mr. and Mrs. R. W. H. Hamilton, guests arrived after a day ride and presented a collection of gifts marking the surprise occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lou Cummings
Frank Palmer
George Cunningham
R. W. H. Hamilton
Cunningham
Mr. Palmer
Vague Social Note on Gathered Friends and Refreshments
Attested the popularity of the hor orees, but the love and esteem of numerous friends. Light refreshments were served.
Palmer and Cummings Married in Comanche County
Frank Palmer and Lou Cummings wed at Mr and Mrs G A Cunninghams home on Tuesday morning June 23 with Rev C L Cartwright officiating. The couple left for Galveston on the 9 45 train and will be at home to friends in Comanche after July 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Palmer
Lou Cummings
G. A. Cunningham
Comanche Co
Evening at Mrs Chas Ory's Club Impresses Guests
The hostesses full of thoughtfulness offer an evening of unique pleasure with fragrant flowers electric fans and wholesome conversation. Outside guests add merriment while Mrs Witt and Miss Armstrong perform on the piano. Guests include Mesdames Hamilton Haworth Houghton Tate Gray Witt House Kittles Ory Dunlap Bell Blue Clemons Gille Jud McCarty Cathey Donaho Pierce and Misses Eugenia Gray Stella Hamilton Meri Armstrong Alice Ory Mary Elizabeth Tate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Ory
Kittles
Ory
Dunlap
Bell
Blue
Clemons
Gille
Jud McCarty
Cathey
Donaho
Pierce
Eugenia Gray
Stella Hamilton
Mery Armstrong
Alice Ory
Mary Elizabetth Tate
Mrs Bell Hosts Summer Party for Miss Ma rie Kean
Mrs. Tom Bell hosted a morning summer party for Miss Ma rie Kean of Ladonia with Mrs. Jesse Hughes and Mrs. Scruggs Blue assisting. Guests enjoyed a reading by Miss Kean, a penny contest won by Miss Elizabeth Chilton, musical numbers, and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Bell
Marie Kean
Ladonia
Elizabeth Chilton
Eula Clarke
Evelyn Thadberg
Thelma Gray
Alma Reese
Jean St. Clair
Lillian Hill
Ruth Slack
Lottie Payne
Grace Fitzpatrick
Abbie Blue
Minnie Cunningham
Andrey Adicker
Wichita Falls
Alfa Winston
Eastland
Valliant
Stamford
Alice Carter
DeLeon
Mildred Kirk
Mississippi
Ferguson Special 16 Refused by Railroads
Orange Texas June 20. Frisco and Southern Pacific refused to provide a special train or cheap rate for Ferguson supporters to Beaumont. Sheriff Johnson said efforts to arrange an excursion were turned down after a $200 guarantee. Ferguson backers vow to carry Orange County despite railroads' stance and Rockefeller opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange
Texas
Frisco
Southern Pacific
James E. Ferguson
Beaumont
Ferguson
Orange County
Orange Leader
Sheriff Johnson
R. M. Johnson
Colonel Ball
Harriman
8. P
John D. Rockefeller
Wall Street
Uncle Tom Dabney Returns Home to Comanche
Uncle Tom Dabney has returned to his home in Comanche after visiting relatives, as reported by the Blanket Signal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Dabney
Comanche
Mrs. Dingwall Visits Sister in Comanche Community
Mrs. Dingwall of Comanche is visiting her sister Mrs. Jackson Howton, meeting local residents and sharing family ties in a small community gathering.
Comanche Woman Visits Daughter in Oklahoma
Mrs. C. V. Lee of Comanche visits her daughter Mrs. W. C. Sanford last week, according to a brief local note in the Blanket Signal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. V. Lee
Comanche
W. C. Sanford
Steam Swing Arrives for Old Settlers Reunion
A steam swing known as a flying Jenny has been set up on the Burks-Simmons Co. lot opposite the old Carter Hotel. It will operate next week until Thursday before moving to the Country Club park for the Old Settlers Reunion on July 3 and 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burks-Simmons Co
Carter Hotel
Country Club
Old Settlers
Can't Get Along Without It Gomez Texas Letter
A letter from T. H. Green of Gomez in Terry County Texas dated June 23 1914 asks the Pagins publication to continue delivering the newspaper and requests back copies. He encloses one dollar to pay for a renewal and appeals for three or four back issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gomez
Texas
Comanche
T. H. Green
Terry County
Also Mentioned on This Page
Stork
Telephone No. 2
Haudenchield IS
Palmer
Cummings
Kensington Club
Temple Man In
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