Government report favors cattle hogs and certain crops after cold spell
A U S Department of Agriculture bulletin says peanut acreage in Comanche county could rise by up to 25 percent if prices stay reasonable. It urges reduced cotton planting for 1927 to restore balance, while beef cattle hogs sheep dairy products horses and mules and sweet potatoes are favored. Hog production should stay near 1926 levels to maintain prices and dairy spreads look favorable.
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Department of Agriculture
Comanche County
City Beautiful Campaign enrollment ends with about 75 entrants
Yesterday was the last day for enrollment in the City Beautiful Campaign. About 75 entrants were listed at press time and more may have entered afterward. a published list will appear next week with classifications, and an inspection is planned during the week.
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City Beautiful
District Court Set To Convene April Eighteenth
The District Court will convene Monday April 18 1927 as announced by W H Gore district clerk who opened jury lists for inspection. Grand and petit jury lists are issued. Oil activity near Blanket continues with Sudderth well on Shipman tract drilling below 400 feet and Ditto No 1 on Bettis tract shut awaiting casing. Grand jury names listed include N A Hensley J A Patton Gustine M D Carmichael Lamkin J W Wyatt Dublin etc.
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W. H. Gore
Shipman Tract
Blanket
Inland Oil Company
C. E. London
Ditto Oil Company No. 1
Bettis Tract
Harry Davis
Hawkins Tract
Bettis
Crane
A. L. Jenkins
Duster
F. L. Little
Sipe Springs
A. J. Boland
May
John Burton
Newburg
H. R
Fruit Crop Promising Despite Cold Wave In Comanche County
Local fruit growers interviewed say the recent cold snap left fruit uninjured. N L Clark, E E Denny, and Q L Morris report little to no damage with only possible minor harm to the earliest fruit, creating an optimistic countywide outlook.
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N. L. Clark
Comanche
Q. L. Morris
Comanche County to Host Big Community Day Events
Comanche prepares for a large County Meet with exhibits from schools at Comanche, literary events at the High School, and track at the Ball Park. Citizens vie for attendance prizes including free gasoline with community registration closing Friday afternoon.
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Ball Park
Briday
Stannl Ak
Allcorn Again In Charge Of Comanche County M T C
Mr J B Allcorn is formally notified he is again chairman of the C M T C work for Comanche County this year. The position covers enrollment for the Citizens Military Training Camp and those interested should contact him.
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J. B. Allcorn
Comanche County
Citizens Military
Allcorn
Poultry Feeds Offered At Slider and Lacy
Poultry feeds of all kinds advertised at money saving prices by Slider and Lacy noting a broad selection for farmers and households seeking affordable poultry nutrition.
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Slider
Lacy
Watermelon acreage urged to shrink in 1927
A guideline states the need to reduce watermelon acreage to curb oversupply and prevent the poor prices seen last season due to very heavy production. It notes local market disposal and affordability of production as factors for consideratio n.
Carleton Band Plans Comanche Visit Ahead of Show
The Carleton Booster Band will visit Comanche at 10 15 a m on Wednesday March 30. M E Waldrop secretary of the Carleton Stock and Poultry Association announced the trip to promote the 44th annual Stock and Poultry Show in Carleton on April 8 and 9.
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Carleton
Comanche
M. E. Waldrop
Carleton Stock and Poultry Association
Kills Cut Worms In Single Night
J A Barton reports a bran mash method to kill cut worms in one night near Comanche. G M Scott confirms effectiveness, noting no further damage after application. The formula covers an acre: 200 lbs bran 2 oz white arsenic 1 lb syrup 1 lemon and water to wet.
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J. A. Barton
G. M. Scott
Comanche
Porter to preach at local Methodist Church next Sunday
A. D. Porter presiding elder of the Brownwood district will preach Sunday morning and evening at the local Methodist Church in Brother Wynne's absence. The public is invited to attend both services. Burks and son advertise Creth Vy & White trucks for hire.
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A. D. Porter
Brownwood
Brother Wynne
Window Glass All Sizes Available at Higginbotham's
Higginbotham's Lumber Yard advertises all size window glass in stock. Customers are urged to visit the store for selection and pricing.
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Higginbotham's
Comanche Boy Wins In Debate at Howard Payne
The Howard Payne debating team led by Lou Singleton and S B Culpepper defeated McMurry College of Abilene in the first in a series of debates. The question asked whether the United States should adopt an amendment permitting the manufacture and sale of light wines and beer. The local team argued the negative.
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Howard Payne
Lou Singleton
S. B. Culpepper
McMurry
Abilene
United States
Tarleton Honor Roll Names Clarissa Emert and Jewel Werner
Tarleton announces honor roll readers include Clarissa Emert and Jewel Werner from Comanche. The list highlights academic achievement among Tarleton students.
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Tarleton
Clarissa Emert
Jewel Werner
Comanche
County committee seeks veteran medals for Confederate Wearers
Miss Idahart named county chairman of Comanche county to secure enrollment cards for living Confederate veterans before the Tampa reunion on April 5. The drive aims to fund Stone Mountain Memorials with $5 per veteran for a gold star in the enrollment book and a medal sent to the veteran.
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Idahart
Comanche County
Tampa
R. A. Luker
Lucius Elkins
J. A. Gage
S. J. Hicks
Stone Mountain
Hart
Mrs J B Nance Celebrates 70th Birthday
Mrs J B Nance of Hasse celebrated her 70th birthday last Saturday with three children present Mrs Wade Porter of Gustine Mrs G S Clarke of Comanche and Mrs Elbert Howell of Parks plus several grandchildren The celebrant came to Texas in 1896 from Mississippi Despite bad weather all enjoyed a bountiful dinner and wished her many happy days
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J. B. Nance
Hasse
Samuday
Wade Porter
Gustine
G. S. Clarke
Comanche
Elbert Howell
Parks
Nance
Texas
Mississippi
PTA Surprises With West Word Program at Local School
At the last regular PTA meeting a surprise program by West Word and Grammar School pupils pleased attendees. Judee R A Luker gave an address on Rural School Conditions highlighting local educational needs.
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West Word
Judee R A Luker
Noams Jobbeh Takes Over Deep Water Oil Refineries
R. V. Adams has assumed the account for Deep Water Oil refineries of Houston Texas and will open a warehouse in Comanche. The refineries produce Nu-Pro Oil lubricants and other products. Adams formerly worked in wholesale tires and expects former clients to follow. Also promotes poultry feeds Slider and Lacy.
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R. V. Adams
Houston
Texas
Comanche
Adams
Southwestern Glee Club to perform in Comanche
The Southwestern Glee Club from Georgetown will present a program at the High School auditorium in Comanche on Friday evening April 1 under the auspices of the local Missionary Society. Admission price is 285 dollars, with proceeds likely supporting community events at Slider and Lacy.
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Southwestern Glee Club
Georgetown
Comanche
Farm Bureau Plans Sending Woman on Agricultural Tour
The Farm Bureau approved backing a summer agricultural trip directed by Mrs. Susan Lendon. One woman will tour multiple states including California poultry farms to gain education and boost membership.
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Farm Bureau
Susan Lendon
California
United Cigar Agency Opens at The Owl in Comanche
Stewart and Jessup proprietors of the Owl Confectionery announce a United Cigar Store Agency will open in Comanche. The store goes open today with a formal opening Saturday featuring souvenirs and a program for visitors and customers.
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Comanche
United Cigar
Stewart and Jessup
Owl Confectionery
United Cigar Store
United Stores
Two Names Filed For Alderman In City Election
The city records show two incumbents Hoser Wilhelm and B. Lacey filed as candidates for alderman in the upcoming election. J. P. Benas has filed for re-election as mayor.
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Hoser Wilhelm
B. Lacey
J. PR. Benas
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District Court
Custer
de Leon
FE. A. Carter
Rt. 2
Henry Huddleston
On Allan Dwan
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Louise Dresser
Noah Beery
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Buck Jones
Desert Valley
R. A. Porter
Methodist Church
Creth Vy & White
Burks and Son
Noams
Deep Water Oil Company
Ars
United Cigar Agency
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