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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1914
Page
5
Emergency bed ad describes a sanitary steel mantel bed with self forming springs, folds to 12 inches with bedding inside, usable as mantel when closed and a full width bed when open. Special next week only seven dollars and fifty cents.
On the fourth Sunday at Mercer’s Gap the L O O F and Rebecca lodge led exercises with Rev Wilkins of Blanket preaching in the morning. A large barbecue and stew feast was provided, followed by afternoon singing. Many Gapites also attended Blanket for the unveiling of Dr Turney’s monument at a Woodman event.
Rain soaked days slow crop progress as farmers fall behind while grass grows well. D O Williams and family from Sidney visited. Rock Bluff had a large Sunday gathering with singing preaching and a potluck. Miss Mollie McNeely from Duster honored with a singing event at Julia Pitman’s. Mable Day visited Victor. Mrs Melvin Singleton recovering from appendicitis after surgery.
Miss Dean Brown visits sister Mrs E S Pritchard near Gorman. Jim Reed improves from typhoid fever. Mrs Minnie McDonald ill from spider bite. Hulsey family activity and local travel noted. Trustees elected including Hulsey Beatty Nabors Scott. Lodermilk McNutt Hornsby remain as holdovers. Smith and Hulsey attend Farmers Union Conference in Houston.
John Hohberger notes the grief of S. F. Findley over a loved one and quotes Mrs. M. O. Buckinridge of Tampico who criticizes U S policy toward Mexico. Buckinridge prefers Mexico to President Wilson and “Grape Juice Bryan.” The letter frames Wilson mediation as crucial amid sorrow and memory.
Dr. A E Acton marked his birthday and his thirty first marriage anniversary last Thursday the 29th. He refused to reveal his actual birthday but quipped that a woman is as old as she looks and a man as old as he feels, claiming he felt about sixteen.
Cunningham and Bell advertise a limited time deal on the Studebaker model 25 promising substantial savings for buyers considering a new car soon. The offer lasts only a few days, urging immediate visit.
Rowlands advertises 25 cent candy at 15 cents and children's dresses originally 50 cents now 35 cents. The price cut targets shoppers seeking bargains on confectionery and kids apparel.
Notice readers the proposition to send Farm and Ranch and Hollands Magazine to your address with the Chief Exponent for one year is extended until July 1. Pay $1 in advance and receive the Chief Exponent plus Farm and Ranch and Holland's free for your trouble. Remember this offer ends July 1.
Mrs J B Nance died at her home in the Shiloh community Tuesday night and was buried Wednesday. She was a sister to J J Hicks. We heard of her death just at press time and could not learn further particulars.
Chas Holcomb of the P Lorillard Tobacco Co visited home folks in Texas on Wednesday. He distributes Stag tobacco and September Morn stick pins to promote the brands among local customers.
The Rowlands track meets host 10¢ value races again this week marked by low entry costs and simple, quick events. Participants race for small cash prizes and community bragging rights. Local bettors and families are invited to attend and enjoy the affordable program.
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