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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1920
Page
11
Frank Young reports opening a new blacksmith and horse-shoeing shop across Higginbotham's garage. He offers to do all kinds of work in the trade and advertises reasonable prices.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Comanche County Texas to be held in Comanche and Dublin on November 27 1920. Positions include rural carriers on 24 mile routes with salary 1800 dollars per year plus 30 dollars per mile for each mile over 24. Applications open to domiciled citizens meeting Form No 1977 requirements. women may enter but appointment bias may apply. widows or disabled wives of veterans may qualify for rural carrier posts.
Kilpatrick's advertises auto top and cushion repairs with a claim of doing the work absolutely right. The short notice suggests a quick service pitch likely targeting vehicle interior restorations.
George L. Harding of 914 12 James St Seattle says Tanlac relieved years of indigestion cramps headaches constipation and dizziness. He gained 28 pounds and regained strength after using Tanlac endorsing its effects at work and in daily life. Sold in Comanche by Hamilton Drug Co and leading druggists.
Diversified grazing in Sutton county shows cattle plus sheep and goats promote grass growth. Experts like Dr. A B Cox report finest pasture growth with mixed grazing as broom weed recedes. Spur sheep station's 20 acre plot is broom weed free while cattle areas remain infested.
If a child eats ravenously at times and lacks appetite at others, the text claims worms cause it and promotes White's Cream Vermi fuge as the remedy. It asserts the product clears worms and lists the price as 35e, sold by Paris Smith.
Notice commands sheriff to publish weekly for four weeks in a Comanche County newspaper prior to the return day. Emily Ann Highley seeks probate of J B Highley’s last will in County Court, hearing set for January 8 1921 at Comanche County Court House. Court clerk Jennie B Garrett signs, deputy J D Bonner.
Louis F. Swift and his son urged Texas farmers to keep sheep on larger and smaller farms alike to control weeds and boost value. He predicts strong meat and wool markets, notes rising sheep receipts, and cautions Texas breeders against liquidating stock while beef futures look favorable. The piece ends with a wedding notice for Merlyn Yarbrough and Leon R. McCarty on October 21, 1920.
An advertisement touts Liquid Borozone as an antiseptic that heals wounds, sores, burns and scalds rapidly. It lists prices 20 cents, 0 cents, and 1 dollar 20 cents and notes Poris Smith as the seller.
An advertisement from Reese's Jewelry Store promotes clocks mantels eight day and alarm models. The ad includes a price range and invites customers to visit the shop for selections and demonstrations.
An old advertisement touts Herbine as a remedy for irregular bowels. It claims the product purifies the bowels restores energy and cheerful spirits. The price is 60 cents and Paris Smith is the seller.
Kilpatrick's offers complete rebuilt or repair services for auto tops. Customers can expect skilled work, prompt turnaround, and service for diverse vehicle models. Located locally, Kilpatrick's emphasizes quality and customer satisfaction.
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