Ministers and churches shape Comanche religious scene
A survey shows Baptists lead in membership in Comanche, with Methodists, Presbyterians, and Episcopalians also maintaining pastors over years. Local ministers and retired pastors serve the community, while broader notes cover taxes, dry counties, and public notices.
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Comanche
Firad
Maddox
Barrett
Wilson
Gregory
E. R. Gordon
Baptist Church
Methodist
Please drive slowly past the schools and intersections
A Texas father asks drivers to slow for children as he fears traffic near schools. The piece blends personal vignette with commentary on oil industry politics, Texas figures in national policy, and regional editorials about infrastructure and public life.
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Bryan
Clay
Coot
Goodby
Santa Claus
Elizabeth
Charity and faith unite in Kemp News column swipes
A short column notes a blend of science sculpture and common sense with faith and charity. The piece reflects on community generosity as it is swiped by the Kemp News and re-swiped by the column.
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Adsup
Connec
Kemp News
Unclear text fragment on unemployment may reflect work habits
Fragment discusses unemployment and work during good times but lacks verifiable details or context to identify people, places, or events. Without readable specifics, conclusions about dates, organizations, or outcomes cannot be drawn.
Frugal Shopping Etiquette Prompted by Family Budget
A dated mused reflection on budgeting during shopping. The narrator notes hesitation by a wife and daughters over clothes purchases and criticizes reliance on quick guesses rather than careful analysis.
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