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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
7
The article discusses the European war's mixed effects on the United States focusing on raw product prices. It examines wheat as a case study and explains how higher wheat prices affect the country, cities, towns, and rural populations without delving into ethical or social aspects.
The passage argues higher costs for wheat and other goods reduce farmer profits despite wartime price gains. It suggests farmers should charge neighbors for essentials rising with war while choosing non essentials that held value. It cites Coca-Cola as an example of a beverage that has become a staple.
The State of Texas cases report assault with intent to murder ending in dismissal for Tom Griffith and not guilty for Henry G Griffith. Jim Weeden faces a jury for the same charge. A future case, Mate of Texas vs Jim Burney, covers embezzlement. An unrelated advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing for men priced at $1.00.
A list of registered automobiles includes J. M. Hicks of Gustine with a Chevrolet No. 383, Parker Jameson with a Ford No. 384, L. B. Bryant of Dublin with Overland No. 385, KK M. Vanzandt of De Leon with a Ford No. 386, R. T. Stevens of De Leon with a Ford No. 387, and T. H. Lock of De Leon with a Ford No. 388.
Buffalo mother testimonials Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound easing monthly pain backache irregular periods and indigestion. Mrs Kurtzweg urges mothers and young women to seek help from the Pinkham company in Lynn Massachusetts with confidential replies to female inquirers.
G. W. Nowlin of De Leon shows Ford No. 391 followed by W. T. Burleson of Sipe Springs with Dodge No. 392 and J. B. Edwards of Comanche with Ford No. 393. T. A. Ruff of De Leon lists Saxon No. 394 while R. C. Thomas of De Leon holds Ford No. 396.
A chronic indigestion and liver trouble sufferer reports relief after a severe attack. Editor H. C. Bailey of the Carolina News in Chapin South Carolina says three Chamberlain's Tablets made him feel like a new man the next day. Adv.
Fort Worth Record quotes a local sentiment asserting that a farmer who must depend on others for basic farm produce like apples peaches plums pears and cherries cannot be truly independent. The remark highlights self sufficiency as a valued ideal in agricultural communities.
A short notice states lame backs stem from rheumatic muscles and recommends Chamberlain's Liniment. It urges hard working people to massage the back two or three times daily and says the product is obtainable everywhere.
L A Huey visited Comanche Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Geo R Neel spent Wednesday at Comanche. Mrs Lula Wilson stayed a few days with friends in Comanche. Miss Amelia Scott spent Saturday with friends here. Her Comanche school will soon end and she and her mother plan to return to Gustine. Chas T Allen of Comanche spent several days last week with sister Mrs I Sadler of Gustine.
Advertisement touts a tonic with quinine and iron for liver health malaria prevention and blood enrichment. Claims it strengthens the whole system and costs 50 cents.
Eight thousand six hundred Georgia boys are enrolled in boys corn clubs in the state. The note appears in the Worth Record, signaling widespread youth agricultural participation across Georgia communities.
An aged advertisement urges keeping a bottle of Mississipi Diarrhoea Cordial in the medicine chest. It notes fifty years of constant use and lists prices of 25¢ and 50¢.
E. T. Chandler and Miss Esther M. Clark wed at Stephenville at 9 pm on Tuesday May 16 officiated by Rev. Randolph Clark. Tam Chandler, a respected lawyer with Chandler and Pannill, marries the thoughtful daughter of the preacher. They set up housekeeping at the old Fred Chandler home, with Esther already known in town as sister of Mrs. R. F. Holloway.
An old advertisement warns calomel poisons and causes salivation. It promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe vegetable substitute that cleanses the liver without upsetting the stomach. The copy emphasizes quick relief, non salivation, and is endorsed as harmless for children.
Reagan Hughes wed Zaida Alma Kite as the two parties obtained marriage licenses.
E Drennon of Comanche No 2 is a diversified farmer who raises peanuts hogs and chickens. In the first 24 days of April with a family of eight he sold 51 1 2 dozen eggs at 16 cents each netting 8 24. He owns 40 hens and notes chickens are fed less and require less attention than other farm work. More chicken raisers weigh in.
Mrs S F Grimes of Crooksville Ohio writes that her daughter suffered a hemorrhagic coughing attack but Chamberlains Cough Remedy relieved the cough at once and after two bottles she was entirely well The advertisement notes availability everywhere and invites others to try the remedy.
W O Moore narrowly escaped serious injury last Friday when his pants were drawn into a band saw shafting. He grabbed an auto body to resist the pull as Henry Culp rushed to help, freeing Moore with only a torn garment and a bruised left leg.
Comanche resident Mrs T J Collins recalls back and side pain improved by Dean's Kidney Pills after nine years of use. She reports blurred sight and headache eased, and affirms the medicine did her great good. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo NY.
Coal of a fine texture and value found on the farm of Mrs. J. E. Kincaid one mile northeast of Cisco. Experts say the mine will pay well when developed and may boost local prospects.
Dr B F Jackson’s famed remedy for female troubles is marketed to posterity as Femenina. The product lists a price of 50e and 1.00 dollars. The summary notes the historical figure and the renamed cure with its price.
Joe Marshall suffered a crippled leg while attempting a bronco busting ride on Monday. The incident involved a horse and left him unable to continue riding that day.
Jjeeted fell on Joe and bruised his left leg considerably. He is fast improving and will be ready to tackle another one soon if needed.
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