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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1923
Page
9
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The American Legion band will assist in the program of the evening with band music readings declamations piano solos and song. The program will be worth while and you are all cordially invited.
The funeral for J R Sanderford was conducted at Nolan Valley Baptist church with many friends in attendance. Dr FE Townsend and Rev J D Sims praised his Christian life and family example as flags of esteem. Masonic rites were omitted due to bad weather. Floral tributes came from Belton Rotary, telegram office staff, and numerous friends. Pallbearers included R J Turner Preston Mize W M Gambrell Mark Halsey Harry Nigro and Mack Ray Jr.
A teacher named Ola Cunningham reportedly washed a school salary warrant with laundry. Friends joked her zeal for cleanliness had caused an accidental laundering of the document, which she forgot to remove from her pocket.
Friends report Dr J W Carson has shown improvement with no new messages received last Tuesday. He remains critically ill at home in Cadiz Texas, with family and associates hopeful for a speedy recovery. Purina Pie Chow ad promotes bone growth and a large frame for cattle. Comanche Produce Co. endorses the product for superior mineral content.
J R Eanes declares intent to seek re election as Mayor. He states agreement to submit his name as a candidate for the office.
The five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Cate of Mercer Gap died from diphtheria last Saturday. She was ill three days and buried Sunday at White Point with Rev. Klinkman conducting. An antid toxin was given to the child and family but arrived too late. A boy is recovering after also contracting the disease. The Cates moved to Comanche county last summer from the Tom Dabney farm. the grandmother is seriously ill in Brownwood.
The First Baptist Church of Comanche plans revival services starting the first Sunday in June. An announcement will later provide details including the minister’s name.
Mrs. J. A. Holman completed a monument over her husband Captain J. A. Holman who died last June. The monument mirrors the one for their son Colonel J. A. Holman. She plans a trip to Guthrie Oklahoma to visit son Ned Holman and his children.
Rob erson Sisters showcases sport skirts with varied styles and affordable prices aimed at active women, highlighting new patterns and fabric choices for the season.
Mrs. Frank Stewart of White Point II has been critically ill for a week. She served as a representative from the Rebekah lodge of Comanche to the Grand Lodge gathering in Dallas and fell ill days after returning.
An advertisement from D. Bailey promotes Parina Pig Chow as the ideal ration for brood sows to produce healthy, vigorous litters. The copy emphasizes profitable pig production and encourages readers to see the product today.
Comanche claimed the county interscholastic meet with 219 points to De Leon's 154. The Comanche squad swept many events including track and debates while De Leon excelled in declamation and tennis. Hartford led Sipe Springs in class B while Scurry topped class A with a strong showing.
An admonition on playful interaction encouraging light flirting without harm. The advice frames flirting as harmless when boundaries are respected and intent remains friendly.
Mr. Grouch wakes to Big Ben and a morning of brand names from Palm Olive to Arrow collar. He dresses in Hart Schaffner Marx, drives a Ford, smokes Camels, and types a letter on an Underwood to cancel advertising, arguing it did not pay.
An oversized furniture truck passed through Comanche on Wednesday heading from Fort Worth to Cross Cut with furniture for fourteen rooms. The article notes rising use of autos for short hauls to ease railroad freight and discussions of road upkeep costs and possible tax implications.
Comanche High School defeated Dublin High School 28 to 0 in Dublin. Pitchers FE Stewart and Smith pitched well and Marshall and Dillard contributed in the field. Bo Williams earned praise for managing the team amid its second game.
Following the blizzard and cold snap, orchard owners feared widespread damage. Mr Dillard thought all his peaches were killed, but most trees retain fruit. Comanche county may still expect a good crop if no further trouble arises. Elberta peaches suffered in low orchards and sandy areas.
Long roster of jurors listed by name and originating locale including Comanche De Leon Sidney Gustine Duster Proctor 2 Sipe Springs and other Texas towns with numerous entries. Names include G E Andrwood J G Isham D P Breedlove J O DePriest W S Black T W Murphee C E Conlee H L Beatty A W Palmer W L Stephens J W McCartney Elmer Thomas R W McPhail R J Daniels C W Corburn R E Huling John Stevens C D Statum A J Blevins J H Harris Jr J E Dunn L J Harrell L W Dickson J A Reese W E Butler J F McNutt J P Milner C L Cox R E Thompson J H Lloyd L T Cunningham W B Donaldson J D Couch E M Foote G B Lynch Kid Macon Ed Roach L E Fielder C L White C L Harvey T H Knight H F Hodges P M McMillan R L Scott J O Jones Geo Wagnon R F Allen C L Donaho L M Truett W J Rope L Perkins J E Smith J J Helmsley G W Dingus Tom Lacy N A Halsy R E Coleman L J Kittle N N Durham J W Horner S E Morrow Tom McDaniels J W Reed J A Stailey G E Seay S T Brandt C H Wagner J F E Andrews T J Walker Jess Fagan S B Nelson W P Whitlow E J Griffith S C Vineyard Evan Barker C F Denny F J Isham A J Cunningham T S Carter B J Cox Curt Morris J L Bishop J O Ham J R Love J Cumeanze
A large land transaction near Lamkin concluded last week transferring the Johnson ranch to F. BE Ross of Green County. The tract covered 2,180 acres and the stated consideration was $36,700.
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