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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1917
Page
2
The piece notes that mail order business has grown greatly over 25 years, driven by advertising that creates consumer desire. It argues the advertiser who can spark demand is ahead of rivals and that advertising, when done well, yields results for readers and merchants alike.
A condemnation of campaign tale bearers who spread rumors with no regard for truth and the harm they cause. The piece asks readers to examine their own actions and avoid contributing to public discourse with dishonest gossip.
A Comanche note urges merchants to implement proper lighting in show windows. It argues that illuminated displays attract shoppers downtown, educate customers on the latest ideas, and calls on merchants to act now to capitalize on window display as a sales aid.
The Majestic presents Romeo and Juliet as an educational film bringing the world’s master drama to the general public. Filmmakers Gerganess and Ritchey secure educational reels, believing the public wants worthwhile productions accessible to workers and common citizens.
A dying editor longs for eternal rest away from noise and commerce. He asks to be buried far from advertisements and storefront bustle, seeking a quiet place to finally sleep. The piece laments the intrusive whirl of modern life and commerce.
A caller asks about a wife boasting her husband’s political power describing two presidential votes that resulted in elected choices. The dialogue features frothy banter and a self assured tone highlighting influence in politics.
He notes his dog is fierce and has whipped every other bow wow in the neighborhood. After clipping the coat, he explains the idea was his to make the dog look better, though it proves awkward for the animal. The friend asks why, and he reveals the clipped dog must prove himself again to the others.
Booth Tarkington recounts a colored man appearing as a witness and answering questions about his name and ability to sign it. The man explains he cannot write but can dictate his signature. The piece reflects on the witness's testimony before a committee.
A famed tale of Sir Andrews Lusk recalls an Essex woman who thanked him after he sentenced a man for cruelty to a donkey. She wrote in her own name and in behalf of all England's donkeys, praising the judge’s heavy penalty.
An attendant finds an old inmate sawing wood with the saw upside down and teeth in the air. The man insists he has tried both methods and finds this approach easier, prompting a sharp rebuke to stop talking and observe. The tale underscores ingenuity and stubborn practicality in imprisonment.
In a Tit Bits glimpse, a pilot explains that two German aircraft in France have engine failure and cannot land, leaving them to starve as they fall from the sky.
A sharp clash shows two characters squabbling over a public dig. Keen laments the embarrassment while Sappleigh notes the repeated fault, exposing a tense social exchange in a concise slice of dialogue.
An old advertisement touts Laxa tive Quinidine Tablets as a remedy for head cold La Grippe and severe headaches with a price of 25 cents.
A. S. Harris states he is not a mayoral candidate and would under no circumstances seek the office. He thanks supporters, praises current city leaders as competent and honest, and says the statement is to ensure he is rightly understood.
When a child is prone to croup, offer a light evening meal to avoid aggravation from a full stomach. Watch for the first symptom hoarseness and give Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as soon as hoarseness appears. Obtainable everywhere.
Advert says Cascarets keep liver active and bowels clean for bilious sick or constipated people. Claims relieve headaches bad breath sour stomach biliousness gases and reinforce cheerful feeling tonight and upon waking. Also marketed as best laxative for children.
Copperas Prairie and Gap farmers work to salvage corn stands after a damaging hail storm. Many fear replanting may be necessary. C. J. Graham and R. L. Van Cleave attended the W O W association in Comanche on Friday. Mrs J S Van Cleave and her two sons from Newburg visited her son R Q George Saturday.
Sunday notes report Mr and Mrs M O Lane entertaining many youths at a Saturday night parley. Services held by Lewis and Sand at set times. Gurley Graham and R L W purchase new loggies. R F D Carrier on Route I a new car. A large stew attended at the hour. Mrs R Q George honors for Mrs George and Mr A C Jones birthday twin sisters. 102 present, 12 not relatives of the twins. stew praised. Mrs Marion Lusk's health worsens after eight months.
An old advertisement touts Femenina as a cure for female troubles with promises of vanishings and relief after purchase. It lists prices at 50 cents and 1.00 while urging readers to buy.
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