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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
4
A lengthy recount alleging manipulation of county convention seating by Baileyites and Helenites. The piece cites affidavits, alleged open conventions, and disputed votes. parties claim administrative control and improper delegations, with accusations of biased chairmanship and improper venue.
Church of Christ revival evangelist T M Carnyv from San Angelo conducts a series of meetings at Riders Church of Christ Comanche with topics The Prodigal Son The Progress of Sin Training for Service Is the Young Man Safe Deceiving and Being Deceived All are invited with weekday services at 8 p m and Sunday sessions at 11 a m and 2 p m
The Methodist Church observes Mothers Day next Sunday at 11:00 AM with special music. The pastor's sermon theme is Motherhood. Public invitation extended by Pastor Ernest Ju. Lloyd.
Bailey forces claim control after a contentious county convention. County chairman L. W. Warks states the opposing side would have had equal delegates plus the chair, altering the balance. The article records names and places tied to the factional struggle and includes remarks from Bailey supporters.
A new shoe shop opens on the east side of Comanche’s square offering prompt service and high quality work at low prices. Parker advertises personal attention and electrical equipment to insure efficient service.
The item references administration forces contending delegations and statements by county chairmen. It notes these details appear elsewhere in the same publication and mentions Slider and Lacy's as a location or source. No clear event date or outcome is given.
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