P T A Night Programs Celebration at School Auditorium
The P T A held an annual night session February 25 at 7 45 PM in the school auditorium to celebrate Child Welfare Week. President Mrs C R M Dudley opened with a Why this Meeting address followed by Why have a P T A by W D Jenkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National
Ray
C.R.M Dudley
W. D. Jenkins
B. F. Hearn
West Ward
J. H. Huff
W. G. Barrett
W. H. Rownd
Baptist Church Orchestra
Two Twenty Two Percent Increase Promises From J R Eanes Co
January February 1927 business up twenty two percent over the same period in 1926. Management credits Comanche and Comanche County patrons and pledges improved service to meet every need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Comanche County
J. R. Eanes & Co
Gas Company To Show Film At Local Theatre
The Gas Company will present a free film on the gas industry from start to finish at the local theatre Tuesday afternoon. Moore, manager, urged residents to watch the dates in nearby towns. Comanche will host the event on Thursday March 10 in the afternoon with two showings that day.
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Moore
S. L. Tri-Cities
Comanche
Texas
Pigs for Sale Near Vandyke By W M Durham
About 50 good pigs for sale at a farm near Vandyke available for delivery between February 15 and March 15. Trade possible for a few fur corn. Contact W M Durham itf.
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Vandyke
W. M. Durham
Glass for all windows at Higginbotham's Lumber Yard
Window glass available in all sizes from Higginbotham’s Lumber Yard. Shop features a wide selection for home projects and professional use.
Loan notice for farm loans from Federal Land Bank
Five percent farm and ranch loans through The Federal Land Bank announced. J. D. Bonner serves as treasurer in Comanche. F. L. A. secretary. Window glass in all sizes available at Higgin.
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Federal Land Bank
Ton
J. D. Bonner
Comanche N
H. L. Stewart
Federal Farm Loan Association
Colonial Costume Party Honors Callaway Nieces
Mrs Oscar Callaway hosted a colonial themed party for nieces Caroline Rebecca Nan and Dick Callaway on a Saturday afternoon February 19 Guests wore colonial dress and played period games including pinning the hatchet on a cherry tree and an observance contest The boys and girls won prizes for high scores Dale Kearby received a vanity and George Victor Montgomery a pearl handled knife Washington birthday cake and flags were featured Refreshments included cherry pie and whipped cream for a large group of attendees from Brownwood Austin and nearby areas.
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Oscar Callaway
Caroline
Rebecca
Nan
Dick Callaway
Fang
George Ashington
Dale Kearby
George Victor Montgmery
Washington
George Washington
Geo Victor Montgomery
Berna
Drucilla
Irad Cochran Jr
Janetha Dale Cone Wanntte Blatherwick
Mar
Marguerite Ross
Ary Lutea
Fe Frankie
Dorothy Pal Aster Durham Jr
Walter Williams
Nancy June Adams
Katharine
John T. Rape
Naomi Brown
Todd Switzer
Elizawina
Pares Nevins
Brownwood
Eloise Sanderford
Austin
Meenie
Bedames Mark
Mr. Cochran
Gusane
Prude
Rowanesa
Ghent Sanderford
Shine em up Stanton tailors for the good shine
Stanton's Tailor Shop advertises professional tailoring services led by Fred Huse offering high quality garment shine and restoration. The notice highlights skilled workmanship and quick turnaround.
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Stanton’s
Fred Huse
Sipe Springs Meet Shows Spirit Amid Burned School
The district tract meet at Sipe Springs on Wednesday proceeded despite a night fire that destroyed the school building. Supt. Robinson and allied superintendents from Beattie and Sidney organized a successful program with a generous noon spread. Sidney topped the Pep Squad contest, with Sipe Springs second and Beattie third, and all three schools marked wins in songs and declamations. Beattie led senior high jump, while Sidney captured junior boys track honors.
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Sipe Springs
Supt. Robinson
Sipe Spring
Beattie and
Sidney
Beattie
Sdney
Comanche Residents Recall Deaths and Local News
Obituary notes report the death of Rev. R. W. Wallace with interment at Morgan where he was a long time respected citizen. The column lists visits and travels of local residents including Mrs. L. R. Brightman and family, Otho Roberson of Waco, Danforth Wilkerson, and others. Will Rogers appearances in Brownwood are noted along with several local social visits and business shifts, including A. W. Palmer leaving Comanche for Waco after a long business career.
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Richard Shelton
Comanche
R. W. Wallace
Morgan
Wallace
Stephenville Empire
L. R. Brightman
Alice
Victor Buthood
Oklahoma
Dave Cunningham
Houston
Otho Roberson
Waco
Ill Roberson
Willie Mae Huse
Danforth Wilkerson
S. M. A. Dallas
Marion Wilkerson
Noel P. Wilknson
Rennie Sullivan
Brownwood
Will Rogers
A. W. Palmer
Mr. Palmer
Slider and Martin
Hasse
Slider and Lacy
Palmer
James DeWitt
Mary Ellen Callaway
Sara
Jesfie Thomas
E. W. Sullivan
Preston Tate
Hollis Burton
Porter Franks
de Leon
Messrs
Burton
Franks
Dallas
Inez Pamer
Janes Clark
Camel Clark
Worth
Virginia Weisendang
Ft. Worth
E. C. Weisendanger
Anti Gripine Affects Medical Practice Says R H McMullen M D
Ky doctor R H McMullen reports growing sickness and calls for Alpine every hand as Anti Gripine nearly ruins his practice. He cites unable to attend patients and urges action amid widespread issues and public concern.
Highest Prices Paid for Hens at Comanche Market
Comanche Produce Company under D C Bailey offers top prices for hens. Also notes Higginbotham Lumber Yard stocks all sizes window glass.
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Comanche Produce Company
D. C. Bailey
Will Initiate Large Class Next Week
Comanche Encampment I O F No 34 will hold a class of 15 candidates next Wednesday night March 9. A delegation of 40 members from Teague Freestone County visits, many knowing Mr Carroll all his life. Grand Scribe Vestal and Lieut Gerloff of Dallas will attend with delegations from Ranger Breckenridge De Leon Dublin and Brownwood.
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Comanche
I. O
Teague
Freestone County
W. D. Carroll
Grand Patriarch
Texas
Mr. Carroll
Odd Fellowship
FE. Q. Vestal
Lieut. C. A. Gerloff
Dallas
Ranger
Breckenridge
de Leon
Dublin
Brownwood
Fairview Community Health and Local Social Gatherings
Health in Fairview remains strong. Visitors include Mr. O T Boyd Jr with Brian Edwards of Comanche. Adams family hosts R M Adams and relatives from Fort Worth and Van Dyke. Cotton Grove beat our team at school, with the local boys prevailing. Church at Mount Pleasant invites all for the first and third Sundays.
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O. T. Boyd Jr
Brian Edwards
Comanche
Homer Adams
Altha Adams
Fort Worth
R. M. Adams
Cotton Grove
Doyle Gilett
Big Lake
L. Gilett
Tom Boughram
Johnnie McNutt
van Dyke
Tom Fagan
T. J. Jones
Molly
Oma
Lucy Scot
Downing
Ruby
Jane Harris
Mount Pleasant
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P’ TA
Higginbotham
Higgindothams
Paris Smith
WM. Reese Drug CO
Higginbothams Lumber Yard
Fairview
Stephenville
Sre
Tri-Cities GasCo
Chevrolet
F. O. B. Fling
NE Ae
Chevrolet’s
Higginbotham Bros. & Co
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