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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1940
Page
2
Weather and water concerns at Lake Eanes prompt ongoing clearance and inspection as citizens view the improvements. Local church, school, and civic notes share pastor details, road goals, newspaper subscriptions, and a look at fires, pensions, and Independence Day plans in Comanche and surrounding areas.
An aging colored preacher, whose term has expired, asks his congregation to elect him once more. He pronounces that those who favor him will cast their votes, then declares, Silence gives consent and he will be pastor for another year. The scene hints at community politics and reluctance to speak up.
A fragment shows a boy claiming to know where a spanging team is located, asking an adult if they know their whereabouts as they travel a highway. The readable lines hint at a pursuit or inquiry scene with the pair seeking the group.
A rabbit drive is scheduled for Wednesday morning in the Creamer area. The event begins at the I. D. Frazier farm and lunch will be served. Mr. Frazier invites everyone to attend.
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