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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1918
Page
7
Locals report a major hail storm on a recent afternoon, the largest in years, while attendance at singing events remained strong. Luther Asiley of Camp Bow visited Saturday and Sunday, and Jud Montgomery sold items as Ern Williford visited in Mercers Gap. Sunday school attendance was noted as well.
A testimonial note promotes Erlain's Liniment as effective in relieving rheumatism. The writer claims notable relief and values the product highly, urging others to try it.
A Cincinnati authority touts free zone as quick relief for corns and calluses costing a few cents per dose. The column blends household advice with local news from Sidney, including visits, enlistment talks, thrift stamps, church events, and brief notices on illnesses, sales, and missing horses.
The report notes a Saturday evening shower blessing the community. Ada Gatlin and her children visit daughter Willie Roberson this week. Men finished planting Frank Robersons cotton crop Tuesday. Little Coma Roberson died Saturday after three weeks illness and was buried Sunday at Midway Cemetery with Bro. Martin of Purvis leading the funeral.
Advertises Herbine as a powerful liver stimulant to cure dizziness vertigo and bilious symptoms. Claims a dose or two will restore health and ends with a price of 50 cents sold by S P Smith.
Notice to water customers states bills will be collected at City Hall and paid to Uncle Bill Davis instead of the pumping station for customer convenience. City Secretary W. L. Reeves signs the notice.
We thank friends and neighbors who stood by us during the sickness and death of our baby. May God's blessings rest upon each and every one. Frank Roberson and Wife.
Barbed wire cuts and collar galls heal quickly with BAL LARD'S SNOW LINIMENT. It acts as a healing antiseptic. Prices listed at 25, 50 and 100 cents per bottle. Sold by S. P. Smith.
An advert claims herbine purifies and strengthens the liver and bowels, restoring the rosy bloom of health to the cheek. Price 50e, sold by S. P. Smith.
Storage batteries for sale charge rent rebuild. Higginbotham Bros. & Co offers battery services and products.
Hog raisers informed that the market buyer will be in the market at all times for all classes of hogs and can be found at his office when not on the square.
United States Marine Corps has opened a recruiting station at 1151 Barney Building Brownwood Texas. The service has been granted a 40000 man strength increase to reach required force. Enlistment urged for men 18 to 35 including graduates from colleges universities and high schools. Drafted men may enlist with release from local boards. Everett J. Brewer sergeant in charge.
A vintage advertisement extols Danderine and Knowlton's Dandeline as cures for dandruff and hair loss. It claims dandruff damages hair, causes itching, and that regular use restores lustre, softness, and new hair growth within weeks.
J. F. Grissom informs friends and customers that he has leased the XL Wagon Yard and will place his stock there in the future. Prompt delivery on all kinds of feed from both yards is promised and patronage is appreciated.
Advertises Plantation Chill Tonic with a guaranteed result in a week. States money back by dealers if it fails with a proper trial. Price 50e.
Come and Get Yours. Case 6 plow cultivators drag harrows one row harrows go devils and all other necessary tools for farming at Higginbotham's sale.
The Fleming W. O. W. Camp will hold a picnic at Fleming on the third Saturday in June June 15. The camp is known for generous entertainment and a large turnout is expected with a splendid crowd anticipated.
An advertisement touts LAXA TIVE BROMO QUININE as superior to Gennise, claiming tonic and laxative effects without nervousness or head ringing. It notes to remember the full name and look for E. W. GROVE's signature. price listed as 30c.
A notice states preaching will be held at the Presbyterian Church next Sunday at 11 o clock in the morning with likely attendance by the local congregation.
Go Devils A good name for it but it does the dirty work just the same. We keep a supply on hand all the time. Higginbotham's.
The family thanks everyone who assisted them during illness and the death of their baby. They also express gratitude for flowers from friends and schoolchildren. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Guthrie are named among those addressed.
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