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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
16
The Boehmer voter bill clears the house with an amendment exempting any person over sixty from the law. Proponents say it removes objections tied to illiterate residents who could not read or write, aiming to curb what they call the Mexican vote in border counties. A McMillen county representative steered the measure through, with regional lawmakers from the area voting in favor.
Jim Rogers fell from a Frisco passenger train leaving Fort Worth Friday night after visiting the stock show. He was found in a stupor near the Hill street viaduct and taken to the Medical College hospital. Doctors said his injuries were not serious and he returned home Saturday none the worse for the experience.
An West Baden, Indiana resident credits Vinci cod liver and iron tonic with ending fatigue and nervous exhaustion. The ad claims Vinci builds health and strength in tired women, emphasizes a non oil formula, pleasant taste, and money back guarantee by Hamilton Drug Co of Comanche, Texas.
Agent J. BK. Lynn of the Frisco reports his road sold 220 tickets to the Fat Stock show in Fort Worth last week, up from 77 the prior year. He says the increased turnout reflects better spirits and growing appreciation for the Stock show among locals.
Child health advertisement notes warning against use of Castoria with the product name Fletcher's Castoria while referencing artist materials at Paris Smith's store in a brisk trade notice style.
The advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as natural body nourishment with cod liver oil and hypophosphites. It claims rapid restoration after sickness such as measles croup grippe and pneumonia and relief for colds coughs and throat troubles. Produced by Scott & Bowser in Bloomfield New Jersey.
The Kansas legislature submits a constitutional amendment proposing a state income tax and restructuring revenue for state and county government. It allows reclassification of property for taxation and imposes a progressive tax on incomes, franchises, and privileges with exemptions. The aim is to fund state government from income taxes while real estate funds county and school purposes, and personal property taxes used for special purposes.
Many sufferers report prompt relief from rheumatism by applying Chamberlain's Liniment. Not one case requires internal treatment. This liniment is sold by all dealers.
The East Texas Fair Association outlines construction plans for an auditorium with 3,000 seats a grandstand for 3,500 and additional structures including a merchant's arts and crafts building and an agricultural hall for the fair grounds.
The Pleasanton The San Antonio Uvalde and Gulf railroad has let a contract for erecting 50 tenant houses in the city. In Johnson City a bond issue of 25000 dollars is contemplated to fund a courthouse and city hall.
Comanche residents endorse Doan's Kidney Pills as a tested kidney remedy to filter blood and prevent backache and kidney illnesses. Mrs. T. C. Jones of Comanche testifies to relief after pneumonia and long weakness, noting improved kidney function after a short course. Buffalo, New York, firm markets Doan's across the United States.
Two Comanche county youths were arrested after placing spikes between rail joints on a dangerous curve near Comanche. Special Agent Massingill investigated and found six to eight spike placements. a freight train detected the danger, preventing injury or death to a passenger train. The boys confessed they did it for fun and were released after their father promised discipline.
An ad cites Comanche use of buckthorn bark and glycerine as a German remedy for appendicitis and says a single dose relieves sour stomach gas and constipation by antisepticizing digestive organs and drawing off impurities, credited to M. W. Carroll, druggist.
A discussion from Annona News argues that reputable newspapers with substantial paid circulation command higher ad rates. It states that quality, persistent circulation building yields better advertiser returns and that old pricing cannot cover the costs of modern living.
Farmers and distant residents are urged to keep Ballard's Snow Liniment at home for cats wounds sores sprains and rheumatism. A powerful healing remedy priced at 50 cents and one dollar per bottle sold by Paris Smith.
Court notice commands publication of a delinquent land tax suit in Comanche County Texas. It lists details of 100 acres of land tied to the Witt heirs, tax years 1885 to 1908, totals of 146.84, and court dates in 1913 with the 21st day of April as key deadlines.
G W Jones estate notice filed by administrator W Dusk in Comanche County Probate Court seeks partition and distribution among heirs. Hearing set for April 7 1913 at the court's next regular term. publication required for four consecutive weeks in county paper or nearest Texas newspaper. Mary L Smith clerk. Jack Cunningham sheriff.
A Minneapolis household tale recounts a new maid Hulda who slept with a flat iron to keep warm after the manager warned of a cold night. The next morning Hulda admits she kept the iron in bed and had it nearly warm all night.
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