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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1916
Page
10
A Comanche County hopeful for county attorney urges voters to insist on honest capable leadership. He argues law must be evenly enforced with justice, not as a money making device, and warns against abusing power or neglecting duty. He notes trial costs and appeals to the public for fair consideration based on nineteen years in the courts.
The 1916 fashion note praises Bakst and Russian Ballet for shaping summer frocks with quillings pleatings and hand made trimmings. Descriptions range from white tulle costumes to Papillons and La Slyphides inspired designs, with organdies net and beaded gowns, plus fur trimmed outfits and velvet adaptations for an enduring winter spring look.
A political campaign closing note expresses thanks and includes an advertisement for Borozone antiseptic liquid and powder. The ad markets wound treatment for humans and animals, including stock, with prices from 25 cents to $1.50 per package and S. P. Smith as the seller.
The Soda Springs community conducted a rabbit drive last Friday killing about 300 rabbits. A noon dinner on the ground followed the hunt. Another drive and dinner were planned for Duncan neighborhood today. The editor notes the benefit of population control and thanks Ray Robinson for the invitation to attend.
An antique advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing as a solution for gray or stiff hair, claiming its ability to restore beauty. Priced at $1.00, it targets consumers seeking hair care and styling enhancements.
A vintage advertisement promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure with a hundred dollar reward for an incurable case. It claims thirty five years of use, blood based action, and urges readers to send for testimonials. Toledo Ohio based F J Cheney & Co distributes the remedy through druggists at ten cents per bottle.
Advertising blurb notes Herb ine as a remedy for constipation with a 50 cent price and sales by eight P. Smith. The ad also urges buggy buyers to visit Slider & Lacy for competitive prices.
I J Eanes mayor proclaims election on the Tuesday in April at City Hall Comanche Texas to elect three Aldermen whose terms expire April 1916. Election conducted under Texas general election laws as directed by the City Council. Also notes a separate anecdote about Hi T Pace the singer. An advertisement entices readers to cut out a slip for a mail order health pack from Foley devices.
Slider and Lacy advertise shoes with unmatched neatness wear and quality. The brief emphasizes durable materials and stylish design, inviting customers to compare craftsmanship and comfort.
An old advertisement touts Dr Rerter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil as a remedy for sores and pains. It claims relief from various ailments with prices listed at 25¢ and 50¢.
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