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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1940
Page
1
Political speaking will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Berry Plant venue. All candidates for county and precinct offices are urged to attend and present their case to voters. The event offers the public a chance to hear these testimonies before the July election.
The Durham Pecan and Peanut Cannery in Comanche County reported its largest single day run on May 27 with over 15 000 cans of berries produced and shipped to Houston Jam and Preserving Company. Walter Durham, plant manager, said the firm expects to process up to 250 000 pounds this season despite late freezes. The Houston company has bought 100 barrels of berries from Durham and plans jams and preserves. Production operates on specific days this and next weeks depending on berry supply.
Combs, 40, elected to principal post at Comanche School by Superintendent W. Z. Compton. A North State Teachers College graduate, he previously served eight years as principal of Kenridge ward school. He lives in Fort Worth and recently moved there. Three vacancies remain in the system for the other postings.
The Cross Relief Fund drive continues to secure aid for war refugees and war stricken zones. Comanche's quota is $620 as part of a nationwide Red Cross appeal from St. Louis quarters. The American Red Cross seeks a million dollars to cover urgent relief, with a pledge to exceed initial quotas if possible.
A snippet recalls sermons by Rev Randolph Clark at the tral Christian Church closing Tuesday night. Notes mention a new home opened by Mr and Mrs reer with a dance for Miss Ellen Moore. Other items list candidates, elders’ services, a return from technical college, and social visits.
The Soil Conservation District failed to reach two thirds in the district election, with 901 for and 582 against. Comanche County tallies were 278 for and 319 against. Box results show varied support across towns, with Dublin 303 for 65 against and De Leon 136 for 52 against, signaling a new election within six months on redrawn boundaries.
Oscar Wilhelm of Comanche defeated Buster Burrell of Fort Worth in the finals of an amateur card here Friday night. A. C. Beaty beat Young Simpson in the curtain raiser while Ira Collins of Brownwood defeated Guy Ruth of Comanche in another bout. Local fighters Bob Littlejohn and Buddie Hicks also fought four rounds, with Littlejohn prevailing.
Brightman & Son this week installed a new feed mill as they expand from grain wool and cotton into a general mill and feed business. They have continuously added machinery and space to support growing trade. Russell Carpenter and his family from Angleton and Danbury visit in Comanche with Floyd Carpenter and kin.
D P Parker announces candidacy for re election as County Attorney of Comanche County citing his record of 688 misdemeanor cases disposed of in county and justice courts. He notes 130 in County Court 356 in Precinct One Justice Court and 202 in Precinct Five Justice Court with fines and costs collected. Continued on page eight.
E. H. Young and associates have spudded the No. 1 Mills oil test in Comanche County on a 3000 acre block north of the Dublin De Leon highway between Cow Creek and Armstrong Creek. The location lies 2000 feet south and 660 feet east of the John Harvey survey corner with contract depth set at 3590 feet. W. E. Lowe and W. E. Lowe Jr. of De Leon assembled and located the block.
An announcement by I. T. Dixon notes a cemetery work day at Proctor on Thursday June 6. The item states volunteers will assist with cleaning and maintenance of the graveyard.
Comanche defeated De Leon 8 to 2 as Buster Hicks limited the visitors to two safeties. Jay Hicks led with a homer and a triple, helping Comanche total 13 hits. Hicks struck out nine, while Speck and Merritt fanned five. Carpenter’s team hosts Purves next Sunday at 2:30 with free admission.
As filing deadlines near in Comanche County, candidates announce campaigns for district attorney, legislative seats, county offices, and the congressional race in the Seventeenth District. Key contenders include Otis Miller, Thomas L. Blanton, Sam Russell, Clyde L. Garrett, George Matthews, H F Howington, Seth Moore, and others. A memorial service at Taylor’s Chapel precedes the filing rush.
Seth Moore, candidate for Legislature from District 104 Comanche and Mills Counties, will speak over KFPL Dublin Texas Sunday June 2 from 2 00 to 230 p m. His string band will participate in the program.
G C Wetzel addresses voters of Precinct One asking support for another term as Justice of the Peace. He cites past duties performed honestly and fairly and asks for continued influence and votes despite limited opportunity for personal contact.
A free rodeo at Gustine Saturday afternoon tops weekend events as Ed Palmer of Gustine Mercantile notes improvements to the new rodeo grounds and cash prizes for winners. A big political rally at 2:00 p m Monday, school out for a day, and store sales lure farmers and traders from the county and neighboring areas to bring stock and produce to sell or trade.
Geo. Matthews announces for the 104th District representing Comanche and Mills counties. Born near Whitney in 1890, he recounts a life in teaching and farming, notes census work this spring, and urges prompt payment of social security obligations for the elderly. Continued on page nine.
Dates shape the year political calendar with June 3 as the filing deadline for state and district candidates. County and precinct filings close June 15, while June 10 and June 17 set committee actions on certifying candidates and ballot order. Absentee voting starts July 7 with multiple expense reporting deadlines through July 27.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Sol Hoffman of Comanche Wednesday morning at 3 20 oclock May 29 in Providence Nightingale Hospital Dallas The youngster was christened Gary Samuel and weighed 6 pounds 3 ounces Both mother and child were reported doing well
Sutton Dudley of the Ama teur Roping Association says Comanche will host three rodeo performances around the July 4 events. The first show is July 3 night, the second July 4 afternoon, and the final show July 4 night. Also, Jae Lomiggory of the Comanche Chamber assists with parade plans and other Fourth features. Twenty Brahma calves bought from Cresson arrived this week, described as dandies.
Mr and Mrs Charlie Williams reportedly set a season record with a thirteen pound catfish at Lake Banes early Friday. The next day Williams added a four pound cat. Other catches include a three pound cat by Mr and Mrs Roy Pope and a tale of a 242 pound bass landing in a boat. Several out of town anglers from Comanche fished nearby waters this week and a group stayed three days at Buchanan Dam.
Carrell Black, once a Cotton Belt Agent at Comanche, visited the city Wednesday. He has earned several promotions since leaving Comanche and now serves as Division Traffic Manager based in Waco.
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