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Comanche Chief

Location

Comanche, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1928

Page

7

Court House News Abbreviated Marriages and Births in Texas Reports

Marriages listed include Willie Wolfenbarger and Bonnie Gilchrist Lester Denny and Jewel Hilliard Vernon Moore and Tauline Lynch Lee Wallace and Evelyn Minnis. Births show Delma Juanita to Flatt, Dorothy Mae to Van Dyke, Mary Ellen to Goosby, George L to Thorpe, all with local birthdates and locations. Death A J Huckabee, 75, dies near Gorman with funeral at De Leon cemetery. Real estate transfers involve Ross, Duke, East erlin, Gore, Wyatt, and others in De Leon Comanche Sanger areas with specified parcels and sums.

Willie Wolfenbarger Bonnie Gilchrist Lester Denny Jewel Hilliard Vernon Moore Tauline Lynch Lee Wallace Evelyn Minnis William F. Flatt Duster Delma Juanita Douglas Gaines Gorman McClure M. A. van Dyke Dorothy Mae E. H. Sliger Comanche Joe Thomas Goosby Sidney Mary Ellen C. L. Thorpe Sipe Springs George L A. J. Huckabee de Leon Oltie B. Ross James T. Ross The J. Elvin Thomson John Duncan Hamilton Road

Troop 10 Scouts Active in Pecan Valley Contest

Troop 10 of the Scouts maintains weekly meetings with strong attendance. The group contributes to a regional Efficiency Contest as first period nears its close. They report good scores in attendance school grades reverence and hiking and aim for high ranking. A Good Turn helped create a neighborhood park. Scoutmaster N P Wilkinson notes a woods hike with seven leaders and tests for advancement upcoming.

Roop 1 Pecan Valley Area Leland Hood N. P. Wilkinson

Cemetery Working At Board Church May Date

A cemetery working is planned at Board Church on the 19th before the third Sunday in May. Dinner will be provided and participants should come prepared to spend the day. Bring cups spoons and plates. no food is required. Committee members J. D. Pannel J. F. Banner J. H. Tate.

Board Church Uri Brin J. D. Pannel J. F. Banner J. H. Tate

Notice to Trustees Pay High School Tuition Reimbursements

Application blanks for reimbursement of high school tuition have been received. Trustees should settle all accounts promptly as these applications must be filed in Austin by June 15. R. S. Walker, Superintendent.

Austin R. S. Walker

Martin's Fly Smear Heals and Repels Flies

An old advertisement proclaims Martin's Fly Smear heals cuts and sores and keeps off blow flies. It touts a new formula that kills instantly, heals quickly, and repels flies with no burning or poisoning, guaranteed by Wm Reese Drue Co and Durham Pharmacy.

Martin Wm. Reese

Jersey Bull from Chilton Visit Seals Jersey Strength

J. Chilton and son presented a fine roan Jersey bull to Mr. Chilton after returning from Encinual last week. The yearling, sourced from a top milking line with high testing records, arrived in Comanche on Friday.

J. & Chilton Encinal J. B. Jr Chilton Comanche

The Old ’Her’ PlayTonight at Gustine Methodist Church

The Comanche High School students present The Old Her at the Gustine Methodist Church tonight Friday May 11 at 8 30 p m Admission 15 and 25 cents.

Canary Society Gustine Methodist Church Comanche High School

HASSE Miss Lot Wagnon Takes Substitute English Post

Wagnon leaves for Gustine to serve as substitute English teacher for the remainder of the term. Loyd Coker, victim in a serious accident, is improving after being stabbed in the back with a knife Thursday May. C. T. White and daughter Aline White, along with Miss Dann Butler, just returned from a West Texas trip visiting relatives and friends. Services were held at the Baptist church Saturday night and Sunday. Elden Fern returned to Sidney Saturday.

Lot Wagnon Gustine Loyd Coker C. T. White Aline White Dann Butler West Texas the Baptist Church Elden Fern Sidney

Burks and Son Trucking Adopts New Fleet Motto

Burks and Son updates its branding with the slogan The world moves us our trucks move you, signaling expansion and renewed focus on freight service. The firm markets local and regional trucking, emphasizing reliability and prompt delivery.

Burks and Son

Frisco Conductor Acquires Eggs on Train

Conductor Billy Moore bought two dozen eggs aboard a train near Proctor after a stage event in Comanche the prior night. He joked about magic forces yielding fresh eggs and noted they were fresh and good despite the earlier egg shortage.

Frisco Billy” Moore Wood Comanche Jessup Moore Proctor

Picnic for Methodist Sunday School Class at Cochran Farm

The Your Peoples Department of the Methodist Sunday School held a picnic supper at Dr. Cochran’s farm on Tuesday afternoon. About 50 members attended for a hearty meal and games around a camp fire. The young class voted to plan a short camping trip later in the summer.

Your Peoples Department The Methodist Sunday School Dr. Cochran

Methodist Circuit News Sidney Services Outlook

Preaching Sunday morning at 11 o'clock in Sidney. An evening Mothers Day program starts at 8 with congregation leaders. Afternoon preaching in Cottonwood at 3 o'clock. J. L. Ray, Pastor.

Sidney Cottonwood J. L. Ray

Examinations Set at Local Schools in May Schedule

Superintendent Barrett says senior exams start Monday May 14 at the high school and run through the week while others begin May 21. A year’s work record cards go out May 27 at 2 pm. Principal Jenkins notes exams May 21 for the high school only in forenoon. report cards May 24. West Ward School principal Lovelace says exams start May 23 with report cards Friday May 26 at 2 pm.

W.G. Barrett W. D. Jenkins West Ward A. M. Lovelace

Cystex 48 Hour Test Claims Backaches Relief

An advertisement urges readers to try Cystex for bladder weakness and nighttime urination. It promises relief from backache burning sensations and groin pains, with a money back guarantee if no improvement, priced at 60 cents through The Wm. Reese Co Druggists.

Wm. Reese Co

Methodist Sunday School plans Mothers Day program

The Young Peoples Department invites members and visitors to attend a Mothers Day program with their mothers as honored guests at the Methodist Sunday School.

Young Peoples Department The Methodist Sunday School

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