Copperas Prairie and Gap May Weather and Local Happenings
The past ten days of fine rain saved crops but cotton stands are poor. Mrs Charley Preston visits Gap relatives while Owen Watkins campaigns for district judge. Copperas Prairie well paused then resumed at 55 feet. Bryant well at 300 feet shows promise. Sid ney school closing events draw crowds. Texico family returns after 15 years away. Gap school ends seven month term Friday. Local land deals total 325 for 30 acres. Smallpox affects Johnnie Jones. several exposed and vaccinated. A C Jones plans a new bungalow. H L Jones buys 20 acres from W H L Young. Community excitement rises with rain and potential oil. Slider and Lacy invite shoppers.
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Copperas Prairie
Gap
Charley Preston
Dublin
M. Hood
Owen Fo Watkins
Gatesville
S2nd
Bryant
Sidney
A. C. Jones
M. 0. Lane
J. Graham
Sipe Springs
J. W. Powel
Texico
Nugent
J. Graham, Jr
Belcher Land Company
Johnnie Jones
A.C. Jones
H. L. Jones
W. HL. Young
Owen F Watkins Announces District Judge Speaking Dates
Owen F Watkins announces speaking dates in Comanche County for the office of District Judge in the H2nd Judicial District of Texas. Meetings are set Monday May 24 in Newburg, Tuesday May 25 in The Hight, Wednesday May 26 in Mercers Gan, and Thursday May 27 in Sl earnests to discuss qualifications and seek voters support. Opponents G E K Johnson and J Rh McClellan are invited to attend and present their claims alongside other candidates.
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Judicial District of Texas
Newburg
Mercers Gan
G. EK. Johnson
J. Rh. McClellan
Stag Creek Cemetery Association Meets May 28
The Stag Creek Cemetery Association will meet Friday May 28 to clean the yard. All interested are urged to come bring dinner and spend the day as the yard is in bad condition. Fielder secretary IL KE.
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Stag Creek Cemetery Association
IL. KE. Fielder
Stop Those Sharp Shooting Pains
An early 20th century medical ad touts a remedy labeled Femenina claiming to aid female disorders. The text emphasizes quick relief and positions the product as a wonder worker, using sensational language common to period patent medicines.
Old Man Jones Remembered in Quiet Times of Books
A nostalgic tribute to Old Man Jones, a printer who loved books and shared wisdom from greasy second hand stores. He died last week, but the writer recalls his gentle character, poverty, and lifelong pursuit of knowledge as he joins Socrates and Homer beyond.
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Old Man Jones
Old Jones
Germany
Thatrald Jones
Socrates
Homer
Paradise
Los Angeles Times
Sale on children's hats Miss Kate Turner
A sale listing notes children's hats offered by Miss Kate Turner priced from 1.00 to 2.75 dollars. The notice provides a brief catalog entry for buyers seeking affordable headwear.
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Kate Turner
Local Shop Promotes Wide Pocket Knife Line
A local retailer advertises a large selection of pocket knives for customers to inspect, inviting shoppers to browse models such as the Slider and Lacy 490. Prices shown include 48.39 cents.
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Slider and Lacy
Slider
Lacy
Court fails to decide on validity of prohibition amendment
The Supreme Court recessed without ruling on the prohibition amendment and enforcement net. The court will resume June 1 with two decision days left before adjournment on June 7, and a ruling before adjournment is generally expected.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Crane Eyes Investment Interest in Sipe Springs Pool
Sipe Springs May 18 reports Cy Crane of the Plymouth Oil Company led by president W. McAdoo, in the field and enthusiastic about a shallow pool. He plans to remain some time and invest for his company.
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Sipe Springs
Cy Crane
Plymouth Oi Company
William @. McAdoo
Crane
Lacy’s Store Appreciate Patrons With Message
The notice from Slider and Lacy thanks customers for patronage at The Store. It notes appreciation and ongoing service to the community.
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Slider and
Lacys
Slider and Lacy
Slider and Lacys
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Burks Mercantile Co
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State of Texas
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Smith and Woodruff
Will Mason
Owen F Watkins
Comanche County
Owen FL Watlins
California
Castoria
W. W. Kilpatrick
W. Kilpatrick
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