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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1914
Page
2
The Comanche Publishing Company issued a notice dated September 1 1912 indicating the work is entered at the Sonamache Post Office Texas as second class mail matter.
An historic newspaper note lists Yom H. Sell as editor and business manager overseeing publication operations. The item identifies his role and title within the newspaper staff.
D H Cunningham serves as president while J R Fanes is vice president T J Cunningham acts as secretary and treasurer and Tom H U Well is listed as editor and manager in the officers column of the page
Directors listed include D. H. Cunningham T. J. Cunningham Tom H. Bell J. R. Eanes Paris Smith E. W. Harris and V. H. Thodberg as members of the board.
Oscar Callaway Paris Smith FE Harris T J Williams W H Thadberg L T Cunningham K Cunningham G A Cunningham appear among stockholders in a terse notice listing individual investors and associated initials.
Readers are asked to notify the paper if deliveries are missed or late and to report address changes with both old and new locations. The notice emphasizes timely reporting to ensure prompt service.
A regional speaker quips that the governor has nothing on locals for slow time between drinks. Claud Callan jokes a man would rather chop wood than tango with his wife, pairing the idea with a hesitating dance and the wife of one's own bosom.
A leading global retailer known for ads in two top U.S. cities insists its ad writers tell the truth and that promises by clerks reflect the head of the firm. A woman returned a pricey tablecloth with a minor defect she deemed unsuitable for her best.
Fifty infants were adopted into Houston homes last week after being brought from New York to the city. The phrase infant industry is used to describe the volume of arrivals and adoptions.
The President's strategy of waiting watchfulness gains favor among residents in this district as they observe those returning from nearby whiskey total centers amidst ongoing public discussions.
Coleman and Honey Grove have adopted the commission form of government under a law allowing towns with populations under 5000 to switch. The measure aligns their municipal structure with similar small cities like Comanche.
A political dispute surrounding local records centers on the figure known as the Local Moses. Critics warn against public actions that could expose sensitive information. Supporters insist transparency will clarify governance and prevent misuse.
The speaker notes 45000 unemployed men in Chicago while vast Texas land remains untiled. He argues a misallocation of opportunity and urges capable leaders to address the landless man versus the manless land dilemma.
A Houston judge acquitted a man accused of violating the 54 hour law after finding a misplaced comma in the indictment. The ruling raises questions about how technicalities affect guilt or innocence and calls for recall of such judges.
Oklahoma Governor Lee Cruce urged cattlemen at the convention to raise more baby beef on additional acreage and to expand silos and feed stores, arguing the region must boost beef output through the Silo and Baby Beef Clubs.
Texas Attorney General Looney sues A. H. Belo & Co. owners of the Dallas News for 100000 damages alleging defamation of character. The suit cites several Dallas News articles that criticized him for filing suit against the M K T railway.
The article notes Tennessee's long standing dry status with cities resisting change. A new law now treats possession of a federal liquor license as prima facie evidence of sale, effectively widening enforcement and pushing the state toward total prohibition in practice.
In Shreveport Louisiana a 3000 strong mass meeting condemns a jury and passes a resolution barring any Littles from further jury service after they are acquitted of murder. The Littles had faced charges linked to Vancleave, a former partner who alleged an insult to Mrs Little. The event underscores public use of so called unwritten law.
West Texans on the Plains invent a new pastime as three Littlefield men Carey Warhart Amber Simpson and W Kling rig a buggy with a large sail and ride across the plains to Abernathey twenty five miles away without incident. More races are planned.
The Ladies Civic League disbands citing insufficient interest. The piece urges formation of a Charity Organization or an active civic welfare committee by other ladies groups to work for the town’s good. It stresses the effort is worthwhile and needed for Comanche.
A group calling themselves constructive Democrats met in Dallas and scheduled a preferential primary for April 4 to select a governor candidate to oppose Tom Ball, chosen by the party at the elimination convention in Fort Worth. Strong efforts push for Horace Chilton to announce, with further political maneuvering anticipated in Texas through July.
A Comanche party traveled to Dallas for Grand Opera and found the performance pleasing. The writer admits he is not a critic and cannot appreciate classical music, preferring the sentimental songs of the South as soothing and familiar, while deeming modern music as flat to his untutored ear.
The people of Smith County plan a mass meeting to select a candidate for Senator and Representative. They note the remuneration is small and only men with ulterior motives or sufficient means can afford to serve, suggesting the county values office seeking the right person over chasing the office.
The divorced wife of Harry K. Thaw drew hundreds to a Byers venue in Ft Worth last night. Reportedly under a $3000 weekly contract, she is described as a strong draw despite public disdain for her fame and actions.
Plainview aims to raise 10000 in cash for a new I O O F Widows and Orphans Home while plans call for 100000 in first year improvements. Comanche once favored locating the home here and supporters urge townspeople to compete.
The Elminators W P Lane Cyclone Davis and Handsome Dick Humphreys announce for Congress at large while opposing liquor. Lane may resign Comptroller after clash with ex Chief Clerk White. Cyclone Meth odist Jim also runs. With three candidates and two offices the question is who will be eliminated and who wins.
R E Rucker of Dublin Texas, 28, was found dead in his home after his wife departed briefly. An empty carbolic acid vial and a teacup with traces were found. inquest by Justice W R Abel returned death by own action amid grief over his mother's suicide last August.
The county sees a slow filing period with two incumbents facing opposition for two terms. Candidates must file by June 24. Rumors place Gib Callaway or another local figure in the District Attorney race while Rufus McClellan seeks re election from Coryell. For County Treasurer three contenders include Jokice Burks Geo W Wetzel and G C Hamilton with possible entrants from south of town and DeLeon area. Morgan Hall and L H Creamer are among two announced candidates.
In this district two candidates for representative are openly running Dr. T. M. Rutherford and W. T. Loudermilk. County officers listed include Mrs. Mary Smith county clerk Jack Cunningham sheriff Merton Harris county attorney J. W. McMillan county judge Frank Palmer collector Morgan Hall assessor W. D. Carroll district clerk all serving first terms. Two candidates for school superintendent are W. H. Carpenter and Mrs. J. E. Deeley with others rumored to enter.
City voters will choose three aldermen at the April election on the first Tuesday. No candidate announcements have been made as of now.
The Texas Wonder claims to dissolve gravel cure diabetes and rheumatism, regulate bladder issues in children, and restore kidneys and bladder in men and women. A bottle costs $1 by mail if not sold locally, with testimonials available. Dr. E. W. Hall, 2926 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO. Sold by druggists.
Freight shipments of liquor from outside states can be delivered to buyers in local option Texas areas. The railroad requires the receiver to affidavit that the liquor is for personal use. It is understood whisky freight shipments are delivered regularly in many Texas towns under these conditions.
The Washington Times reports Auditor James L. Bailey questions army officer fuel allowances funded by the government. Downey and Secretary Garrison weigh the policy, which ties allowances to oak wood prices and ranks, with Madrid example cited.
Wortham of Sipe Springs, a former Comanche resident, is said to have a well developed small pox case. Many exposed residents have been quarantined. County Health Officer Dr. Chas. Ory leads the case management.
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