Post Office Second Class Mail Stamp Memorandum
Notice indicates material entered at Memanche Texas Post Office as second class mail matter.
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Memanche
Texas
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1914
Page
2
Directors List Names From Local Organization
D H Cunningham T J Cunningham Gracie Calloway J B Kanes Paris Smith B W Harris V H Thodberg are named as directors for the local organization. The roster lists six men and one woman among the board members.
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D. H. Cunningham
T. J. Cunningham
Gracie Calloway
J. BR. Kanes
Paris Smith
B. W. Harris
V. H. Thodberg
Stockholders List Amid Classified Notice
Stockholders named include H. Cunningham T. J. Cunningham Grade Callaway J. R. Banes Oscar Callaway Paris Smith E. W. Harris J. Williams W. Thadberg L. T. Cunningham K. F. Cunningham G. A. Cunningham J. R. Moore. This appears as a roster within a broader notices section.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Cunningham
T. J. Cunningham
Grade Callaway
J. R. Banes
Oscar Callaway
Paris Smith
E. W. Harris
J. Williams
W. TH. Thadberg
L. T. Cunningham
K. F. Cunningham
G. A. Cunningham
J. R. Moore
Subscribers urged to report late delivery and address changes
The notice asks readers to inform the paper of late deliveries and to provide both old and new addresses when changing location. It requests timely attention to ensure regular and prompt service and advises confirming the update details.
Peanuts Prove Food Value Beyond Price in Rural View
A rural observer argues peanuts offer high food value and urges consuming them to free money for others. The piece contrasts street prices with field abundance, promoting homegrown peanuts as a practical staple.
Downfall of Waterpower Lane Roils Gov Race Plans
Waterpower Lane laments liquor issues as the saloon derails his campaign for office. The piece paints him as wary of disgrace and hints he may pivot to run for governor four years hence, leveraging liquor interests as a shield. Flo seizes notoriety by attacking them.
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Banquo
W. P
Flo
Labor shortage shifts postwar US to rebuild with domestic workers
The writer argues that prolonged European conflict will reduce male immigration and shift demand to domestic labor. With Europe’s labor scarce, the United States will rely on mills and farms at home, raising wages and prices as supply falls short. The postwar rebuilding will test labor discipline and reward former soldiers highly.
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United Staes
Europe
Congress Adjourns After Near Two Year Session
After almost two years of continuous session Congress adjourns until December first. Lawmakers leave behind a slate of pending bills and policy debates as the new session looms.
Changes in Laws Bring Hope for Postwar Economy
The article discusses sweeping reforms in tariff policy, income tax, and parcels post aimed at aiding consumers and workers. It notes a temporary business lull, then expects expansion as new markets open, European cheap labor fades after the war, and the nation adjusts to a new economic order.
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Europe
Cotton Exchanges and Market Prices in Civil War Era Debate
The piece denounces cotton exchanges as heartless robbers while arguing they stabilize prices. It notes wartime trade disruptions, inconsistent local markets, and asserts that exchange prices guide nationwide costs, including for pickers and farmer supplies, through supply and demand.
Fragmentary nations face hard rebuilt path ahead
The text notes that individuals in each nation must rebuild from scratch. It warns that internal readjustment will be much harder and take longer than other processes.
Markets Wait on Open as Exchanges Return
The article notes broad belief that exchanges will reopen soon and resume business. It explains closures stemmed from fears of foreign selling and cheap American securities, and that without an open market prices would be uncertain and buyers hesitant. It adds foreign cotton buyers need a price standard and that a deadlock has hindered sales.
Comanche County Roads Need Dragging After Grading
A rural editorial urges counties to add road rollers and drags to preserve graded surfaces. It argues good roads boost community life, land value, and market access, noting ruts and dust from rains damage wagons and teams. The piece cites existing graders and suggests every community should maintain a drag for lasting improvements.
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Comanche
Comanche County
Global powers brace for war's widening reach
The piece argues Turkey's entry will pull in Italy and Balkan states, expanding the Mediterranean conflict. It predicts a prolonged struggle, broad continental changes, and eventual global economic disruption. The United States will stay ready to supply the war and dominate postwar commerce.
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Turkey
Italy
Balkan
Europe
Asia
United States
Bronson Fire Wipes Out Major Texas Town
A large fire in Bronson north of Beaumont along the Santa Fe leveled fifteen business buildings including the post office hotel and mercantile stores consuming three blocks of the business district and several residences with only the brick bank and Santa Fe depot surviving. Telegraph lines are down and losses are estimated around two hundred thousand dollars. The blaze, starting at the Low hotel, follows a prior 19 building fire last spring that destroyed most of Bronson.
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Bronson
Houston
Texas
Beaumont
Santa Fe
Seed Corn for Dallas County Farmers From Local Bank
The First State Bank of Dallas plans to supply four to five hundred Dallas county farmers with free early maturing seed corn, tested for germination. Judge Geo W Riddle says good seed and proper methods will boost yields, with distribution of fifty carloads per farmer next fall and a continuous program guided by W H L Ross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Industrial Congress
Texas
First State Bank of
Dallas
Dallas County
Geo. W. Riddle
W. HL. Ross
Exal
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles
Texas ad touts Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues in men and women, claims to dissolve gravel, cure diabetes and rheumatism, and regulate children’s bladder problems. It promises mailed delivery for $1.00 with a two months’ supply per bottle and testimonials available. Dr. E W Hall of St. Louis is named. sold by druggists.
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Texas Wonder
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
Diversification Map of Texas Promotes Cash Crop Shifts
A. and M. College at College Station issues a pamphlet showing a diversification map of Texas. It graphically marks zones adaptable to crops other than cotton to guide next year’s planting. The preface notes cotton remains included but profits hinge on reduced output and better financing. The bulletin is distributed free.
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Texas
College Station
A. & M. College
Dairy Cows Help Cut Cotton Acreage in Texas
A circular from A and M College argues dairy cows can profitably replace cotton acreage in 1915. One healthy dairy cow, well fed, yields about 100 dollars in yearly products with roughly 52.50 in feed costs, leaving 47.50 for labor and other expenses. The circular outlines crop choices, feeding, care, and farm-market benefits, aimed at Texas farmers.
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College Station
Texas
A. & M. College
Advised bowel regulator Herbine marketed by Paris Smith
An herbal remedy called Herbine is described as an admirable bowel regulator that aids the liver and stomach and restores strength. It is priced at 50e and sold by Paris Smith.
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Paris Smith
Russian Paper Warns Balkans in Ultimatum Tone
Rome reports a Novoje Vremya article seen as an ultimatum to Balkan states and neutrals calling the Balkans to decisive deeds. It says Bulgaria, freed by Russia, cannot be a spectator and warns that any accord with Russia’s enemies will be treason.
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Rome
Novoe Vremya
Balkan
Balkans
Bulgaria
Russia
Despondency From Indigestion Finds Relief
Mrs Blanche Bowers of Indiana Pennsylvania shares that after years of poor digestion she found relief with Chamberlain's Tablets. She reports steady improvement after using the product and encourages others to try it, noting good digestion now. Sold by all dealers.
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Blanche Bowers
Indiana
Chamberlain
C I A G irls to Have Newspaper
The Lasso of the College of Industrial Arts at Denton will be the first South college weekly edited by students. With about 600 students, the Denton college expects strong support. Miss Josephine Ray is editor with Clara Ousley Ella Jackson Connie McFarland in key roles.
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South
College of Industrial Arts
State College For Women
Denton
College Press Club
Josephine Ray
Fort Worth
Clara Ousley
Ella Jackson
el Paso
Connie McFarland
Pilot Point
College Press Service Receives Texas Intercollegiate Support
A female-led college newsroom, the only girls' school under the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association, now furnishes news to the College Press service, highlighting its growing role in campus journalism.
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Texas Intercollegiate Press Sociation
College Press Service
Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Harmless Relief
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe alternative to calomel. It claims the product cleanses the liver without griping and restores energy, with a money back guarantee if it fails to improve digestion.
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Dodson
Oak Valley News Local Visit and Church Events
Oak Valley residents report preaching services Saturday and Sunday attended by Leibren Stephens and Mercers Branch. Stubblefield and Olen Robertson visited home Tuesday night. Mrs. W. A. Cade and a visitor stayed with Mrs. W. A. Robertson. Tom Howell and wife attended Mack Evers funeral at Tyler's Chapel Thursday. Marcus Taylor and Ruth visited Sunday. J. E. Robertson and son visited relatives at Comanche. C. J. Bryson of Plainview visited W. A. Cade last week.
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Leibren Stephens
Mercers Branch
Mr. Stubblefield
Olen Robertson
W. A. Cade
W. A. Robertson
Tom Howell
Mack Evers
Tylor’s Chapel
Marcus Taylor
Ruth
J. E. Robertson and Son
Comanche
C. J. Bryson
Plainview
Stop coughing with B Allard’s Horehound Syrup
A medicinal syrup lowers coughing irritation and soothes the lungs. Available in 25e, 50e and 1.00 per bottle and sold by Paris Smith.
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Ballard
Paris Smith
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. R. Eanes & Co
G. R. Eanes
Brade Callaway
Mgr
J. R. Wanes
Treas
Grade H Allaway
Congress
Carolina
Oak Valley News
Chee L
Dreem
Cole
The
Burks-Simmons Co
Aian Er
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