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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1924
Page
2
The excerpt reflects on prejudice versus fraternity, citing quotes from Mirabeau B. Lamar and Pope on education and self knowledge. It emphasizes self mastery, lawful liberty, and the value of healthy debate as a driver of progress, warning that envy and division hinder society.
N H Payne of the Comanche area has signed up over 250 members for the Farm Bureau Federation since January 1, representing about 200 bales of cotton. He leads in a district that spans several counties with ten workers in the effort and ranks high in the state. The Farm Bureau has handled millions of dollars in cotton returns for members and is amid payments of 25 cents per pound, with more installments expected. Watermelon growers in the county report a rough 1928 season but plan renewed efforts this year after several meetings.
An advertisement urges farmers to plant acres of Methane cotton seed promising better seed for next year. It invites discussion and mentions Higginbotham Bros Co as the supplier. The ad also promotes Herbine as a purifier for poor appetite and low spirits, priced at 60 cents and sold by H. P. Smith.
A church essay debates the inner flame of belief versus commonplace values, arguing reformers can hinder progress if belief dominates, and discussing the prohibition era clash between supporters and opponents, with reflections on governance and religion. The piece critiques extreme zeal, praises balanced citizenship, and cites historical politics and social reform.
The article notes Sunday school attendance near three hundred, with services led by Evangelist Zin and a funeral at the Newtong church. It mentions Curtis of Brownwood in Baptist circles, Rev. Scott Hickey visiting Miles, and missionary work by Bro. Milton in Comanche county. The First Baptist Church invites all to Sunday school and church with Pastor J. C. ROTD.
The weekly Presbyterian service outlines a sermon on the gospel and its meaning with a focus on salvation and devotion. A Monday meeting and Sunday school attendance are reported along with a warm weather boost and a new organist’s return.
The Barsuma bill advances with Senate approval and House referral to the pension committee. It would raise monthly pensions for widows of the Todian wars and veterans over 75, plus increases for 72 to 77 year olds, with eligibility rules and proof requirements for two veteran groups in Tack Hawk Colorado 1864 and Texas Volunteers service.
A cemetery working is planned at Shiloh on the Friday before the second Sunday in May. All participants should bring dinner and tools for the work. Signed by A. T. Perry.
The letter condemns constant enforcement fights and party divisions. It calls for unity among honest citizens regardless of past clashes on prohibition. It warns against nominating anti enforcement candidates and urges support for candidates who back strict enforcement of all laws.
Brady Texas April 20 The Heart of Texas district of the West Texas Chamber of Commerce mobilizes a 15 county fair plan led by William Y Cargill Brady Chamber secretary. A May 20 representatives meeting will set preliminaries for rotating annual district fairs and county festivals to finance a lasting Heart of Texas exhibit drawing articles to major fairs. The district spans Renfrew Coleman Breen Comanche Mille Caneho San Saba McCulloch Tompkins Menard Kimble Mason Llano Kerr Gillespie among others centered on a heart shaped map with McCulloch at the center.
The Comanche Chief lists candidates for Democratic primary across offices including State Senator Walter Woodward. District Judge J B McClellan. reelection Joe Eidson. District Attorney Jesse Shipman. County officials Y L Garnett H L Gore. Representative Bolton Renfro Carroll. County Judge Rex Reese. Sheriff Edwards Edwards Dyson Harrison Gilbreath. County Clerk and Treasurer candidates. Tax Collector Strickland Williams Reese. Tax Assessor Bon Hensley Wilhelm McGuire. County Superintendent Renfro Gantz. Commissioners Cox Mortis Jackbon Payne Rankin Wilson. Commissioner Precinct 2 Mooney Masters Bowman Braziel Montgomery Depriest.
Fidelis Baraca Sunday school class hosts a sending reception and camping shower for Mr and Mrs Arthur Littlefield prior to their move to New Mexico where he has homesteaded land for ex servicemen. Guests share recipes, enjoy piano solos, and play games while gifts are displayed in a tent setting on the trip to their new home.
The program lists a May 4 1924 meeting at 6 30 pm with Tender Mrs Puller as a vocalist and Alma Greer reading scripture Norma Mae Todd singing a vocal solo and Johonie Armstrong leading Our Guide Book and Our Guide The Book Unfolds Jehovahs Mind Willie Mane Huse to Like the Bereans Claude Bound The Bible a Book of Wisdom Mary Brown Times of Temptation Denore Starr Attaining Christian Culture Jewel Werner and Lela Withers presenting Rich Rewards of Bible Reading Prayer and a welcoming note You will be welcome.
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