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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1918
Page
2
Comanche residents express gratitude for rapid World War II news from Fort Worth Star Telegram and Brownwood Bulletin. Citizens note the newspapers supplied the latest reports during the German drive, helping them stay informed as world events unfold.
The telephone operator’s life is a long struggle to control her temper as she endures waiting customers. After twenty eight seconds, frustration rises among patrons and the scene hints at mounting pressure in the exchange.
A Life magazine excerpt mocks demanding callers who keep operators waiting and mix up numbers. It notes raucous callers who dial 1422 instead of 1242 and blames the stress on the operator. The piece imagines Job serving as a telephone operator would crack after a week.
The piece recalls a shift from early calls for the initiative referendum and recall to today's preference for appointment and commission control of offices and judges. It cites critics and praises Wister’s quip about surprises, noting a change in political approach over a decade.
Amos R. Wells urges a cure for the failing transportation system. He warns that overfeeding with gold and rapid, costly measures has worn the steam horse to collapse and calls for rate reform and proper funding to restore the system.
A conflagration yesterday afternoon destroyed T. N. Witt shops including the blacksmith, garage, grist mill, confectionery, cold drink stand, jewelry shop and photo gallery. Witt and Miss May were away in Brownwood. Ross was out back and cannot explain the origin. No insurance coverage reported.
Surgeons urge prompt first treatment with an efficient antiseptic to prevent infection and aid healing. Borozone is advertised as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for people and animals. Available in multiple sizes at 25 cents to $1.50 from S. P. Smith.
The Dublin District Conference of the Methodist church meets in Stephenville March 29 31. The district covers Comanche and Erath counties with all pastors and delegates from each charge in attendance. Rev E P Williams serves as Presiding Elder.
Despondency and nervousness in women are linked to constipation. An occasional dose of Chamberlain's Tablets can correct the issue. The tablets are easy to take and have a pleasant effect.
The Disciples of Christ launch a war emergency drive led by 18 missionaries and leaders to raise 2 250 000 by June 1 and 6 300 000 for the Men and Millions Movement. A Fort Worth conference drew 300 preachers and businessmen as cottage prayers support the effort led by Samuel H. Austin pastor of Central Christian Church.
Advertises Doctor Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for female weakness and nervous debility. Claims benefits in irregularities, exhaustion, and insomnia, with options in tablet or liquid form sold by druggists. Offers confidential medical advice from Dr. Pierce in Buffalo New York and a 10 cent trial package.
Beaumont Texas testimonial from Mrs Joe Escrivon at 285 Buford Street praising Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as effective. She says she was sick and remained well for over a year after taking the medicine and advises other women in deficient health to use it.
An advertisement extols Knowlton's Danderine claiming to transform hair with one application, dissolving dandruff and preventing itching and hair loss. It urges readers to buy a small bottle at drug stores or toilet counters for a few cents and promises soft, heavy, glossy hair.
Guardian Mrs. W. W. Gressett seeks authority to lease minerals on 160 acres held by minors Evans Gressett Aurel Gressett John Gressett and Trisie Gressett in two tracts. Hearing set April 6 in County Judge's office, Comanche County Texas. Case No. 1195.
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