County Democratic Convention List and Resolutions
The County Democratic Convention met at 2:30 Tuesday at the W O W Hall in Comanche with delegates from multiple districts. J M Childers was elected chairman and J F Palmer secretary. delegates and alternates were chosen for the State Convention. a resolution endorsing the national Democratic administration was adopted along with a stand against Texas delegates aligned with liquor interests and public officials serving as delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. O. W. Hall
Comanche
Comanche No. 1
S. A. Riley
R. C. Frazier
Wm. Reese
N. E. Palmer
W. H. Carpenter
R. A. Allen
J. E. Chilton
M. B. Anderson
W. A. Tipps
C. W. Williams
Comanche No. 2
W. L. Saye
L. B. Russell
Jno
D. Waring
H. Burks
P. Hoff
J. F. Palmer
M. L. Harris
E. W. Harris
E. E. Anthony
J. M. Childers
Hasse
R. L. Drennon
J. L. Hardin
Chitton
Garrett E. Palmer
National Democratic
Comsneche County
Texas
Comanche County
San Antonio
Mill Changes Hands In Local Sale
W H Hewitt purchased the mill formerly owned by G E Vines this week. Hewitt plans to operate daily and continue buying and grinding corn, maintaining a stock of meal.
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W. H. Hewitt
G. E. Vines
Dublin Delegation Praises County Road Work Visit
A Dublin business delegation led by C C Baxter and others toured the county to study tractor grading roadwork. They inspected Dublin precincts, noted the low costs and extensive work, and praised the Commissioners for their success with the current plan.
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Brownwod
Coleman
Dublin
C. C. Baxter
B. M. Uterback
Joe Higginbotham
H. L. Kite
Walter Hamilton
M. C. Wicher
Bob St. Clair
Mark Warner
Polk
Bank Robbery at Indian Gap Sparks Outbreak of Thefts
A mystery theft at Indian Gap bank left $1500 missing while cashier Barnes was away for dinner. A youth unfastened an already fixed window, entered the unlocked vault, and hid the money on a nearby mountain. He was caught and the funds recovered after confessing in detail.
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Indian Gap
Barnes
Brand New Great Western Paper and Paint Opens in Comanche
A new firm, Great Western Paper and Paint, opens in Comanche in the former Mrs. Ek building. Owners Henry Heath and Ike West are young local entrepreneurs. The store offers paints wall paper and painting and paper contracting and will also operate a confectionery.
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Comanche
Great Western Paper and Paint
Henry Heath
Ike West
Hog Shipment Report From Fort Worth Market
A condensed report from the marketing association details the last hog shipment to Fort Worth. Hogs brought 9.45 on the market with 13.22 shipping and 160 pounds shrinkage, yielding a net 8.95. Shipping cost is noted as 0.50, deemed reasonable, with specific hogs killed soft listed by numbers 79 70 72 73 71 91 76 77 95 108 106 107 104 103.
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The
Marketing Association
Fort Worth
Awning Lights Being Installed in Comanche Texas
A business project installs awning lights and will soon be in operation making Comanche one of the best lighted towns in Texas according to local reports.
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Comanche
Texas
Progress of the Boll Weevil League
A brief recap of recent games reports last Thursday through Tuesday. Cats faced Owls, Pelicans met Montezumas, Cats tangled with Pelicans, and Montezumas battled Owls with results summarized.
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Progress OF
Cats
Owls
Pelicans
Montezumas
Battery names and umpire key in innings recap
McCollum and Wood ward Ellis Wetzel and Davis are noted with umpire Baxter. Two base hits by Binion Nicholson and Gray are recorded while McCollum struck out 12 and Ellis 6.
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I Nicholson
M. Woodward
C. Woodward
RB. Carnes
Carter
Reeves
J. Woodward
Cash
McCollum
Meyers, Po
L. Arther Tana
I Carnes
Bowden
Seenane
Dodson
F. Nicholson
Nicholson
DE Alleunmeidel
Hill
T. Carnes
Meadows
House
Durham Wee i
Robe Tea
Coleman Ee
Elliss
Carwile
Baxter Ellis
Davis
Baxter O
Ellis
Pelicans
Woodward
Wetzel
Baxter
Binion
Gray
Schedule of May games for Cats Montezumas Pelicans Owls
May dates list matchups: Cats against Montezumas on May 11 and May 19 against Owls and Pelicans on May 18. Montezumas meet Pelicans on May 16. Owls host Cats on May 15 and Montezumas face Pelicans on May 16.
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Cats
Montezumas
Pelicans
Owls
Rev Tenny Accepts Call as Local Pastor
Rev B K Tenny of Austin has accepted the call from the Comanche Presbyterian church and will assume duties May 23. During his stay here he has endeared himself to the people of Comanche and is warmly welcomed on his return.
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B. K. Tenny
Austin
Presbyterian Church
Bro. Tenny
Comanche
Sabbath morning service marks Mother’s Day program
The Sabbath school at 9 45 a m and morning service at 11 a m include a Mother’s Day remembrance as part of the program. The Ladies Auxiliary also participates. Every member is urged to attend and all are invited.
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Ladies’ Auxiliary
Improvements Hit De pot Street Shops
J. R. Davenport renovates the upper story of his building on De pot street. Homer Wilhelm’s Barber shop and Bob Stanton’s Tailor shop are overhauled and repainted inside and out, with added neatness enhancing the block.
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J. R. Davenport
Depot Street
Homer Wilhelm
Bob Stanton
Kirk's Sanitary Grocery Expands for Larger Business
Kirk's Sanitary Grocery undergoes minor changes to make room for an enlarged business, signaling growth and upcoming improvements likely to attract more customers.
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Kirk’s Sanitary Grocery
Christian Meeting Closes After Successful two Weeks
The Christian gathering concluded last Sunday after two weeks of services. It drew large crowds and many converts to Christ. Rev Morrison earned widespread friendship during his stay, and Miss Williams endeared herself to attendees.
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Christ
Rev. Morrison
Miss Williams
J. J. Helmsley Sells 300 Yearling Steers to Oklahoma Buyer
Wednesday J J Helmsley sold 300 head of 3 year old steers to Mr Bond of Oklahoma. Cattle were delivered to Mr Bond and shipped to Oklahoma today and Monday.
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J. J. Helmsley
Mr. Bond
Oklahoma
Presbyterians Dedicate Church in Impressive Ceremony
The Presbyterian congregation dedicated their church with a striking ceremony. Music directed by D. Chas. Charke was excellent. Rev. Gaines B. Hall delivered a strong sermon and credited for the church’s erection, with delegations from other churches joining in the worship.
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D. Chas
Charke
Gaines B. Hall
Wilson Brothers Present The Burglar and the Lady Stage Run
Arrangements set for the Wilson Brothers company to appear in the city from May 14 to 20. The opening bill The Burglar and the Lady promises a heart stirring play with startling incidents and rapt audience attention. Scenic environments and wholesome comedy lead a week of popular prices and nightly changes with music.
Novel feed planned at National Editorial Association meeting
The National Editorial Association under president Lee J Roundtree plans a dinner in New York on June 19 featuring Texas grown products. Fred W. Davis notes the advance of the Texas vegetable crop and highlights Texas prominence in agricultural production.
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National Editorial Association
Lee J. Roundtree
New York
Fred W. Davis
Texas
A Novel Cane by Wood Carver J E Shipman
W F Elkins displayed a cane in the office designed with a wooden man on top that closely resembles Mr Elkins. The carving by J E Shipman is a remarkable piece and echoes a prior similar figure shown around town.
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W. F. Elkins
Mr. Elkins
J. E. Shipman
Hog Raisers Association Led Comanche Hog Trade Growth
A correction states hogs sold for 9.40 per hundredweight instead of 8.90 last week. The Hog Raisers Association has built a profitable hog business in Comanche, with real development traced to their efforts.
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Hog Raisers Association
Comanche
Graham Chapel News Harvest Weather and Local Visits
Pleasant weather brings farmers into planting and chores. Bart Taylor made a business trip to Comanche. Miss Martha Wetzel visited home folks in Comanche Friday and Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. C F Luker visited Bart Taylor Sunday. Our Children's Day will be the third Sunday.
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Bart Taylor
Comanche
Martha Wetzel
C. F. Luker
Woman's Missionary Society reports from Weatherford meeting
The Woman's Missionary Society held its May 9 meeting led by president Mrs Clemons. Delegates shared Weatherford annual meeting reports, noting zeal and valuable insights. The group discussed funding limits and time commitments, with Fort Worth hosting the next annual meeting in January and a four year officer limit. The conference treasurer reported $1000 more pledged than the prior year.
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Woman's Missionary Society
Lane
Clemons
Weatherford
Eugenia Gray
Fort Worth
Central Texas
Gratitude From Guthries For Funeral Help
Mr and Mrs J M Guthrie and children thank friends and neighbors for kindness during their mother and grandmother's sickness death and burial. They recall services by Brothers Curlee White and Creamer and praise Gus tine helpers. They wish God’s blessings and readiness for heaven.
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Curlee
White
Creamer
Gustine
J. M. Guthrie
Unique homemade posters attract town attention
Mrs. Ory created eye catching posters from magazine pictures pasted on cardboard. The public notice links the posters to Mrs. Cox's parcel post tea, noting wide awareness as the grand jury adjourns. Mrs. Ory earns compliments for effective advertising.
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Mrs. Ory
Tent Theatre Comes to Comanche Next Week
Wilson Bros. bring a week long engagement to Comanche after organizing in Hamilton Texas. Hamilton papers praise the troupe and its players, noting they are well known in Hamilton.
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Comanche
Wilson Bros
Hamilton
Texas
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K. Roberts
R. E. Huling
M. Odell
J. A. Greer
J. W. Roberson
G. H. Wilson
Fleming
R. L. Lane
W. J. Patten
Tle
W. E. Lowe
A. E. Hampton
O. O. Brightman
W- L. Laye
E. E. An
B. Carnes
J. Meyers
GUT Cdaecsponde
Binion Tee
Rev. Tenny
Crusaders
Christian Meeting
Wilson Brothers
Graham Chapel
Woman’s Missionary Society
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