Twenty Five Firms To Remain Closed Here Saturday Armistice
Comanche firms sign a petition to stay closed all day Saturday for Armistice Day as many stores plan limited hours while a Dublin Comanche football game at 2:30 p.m. headlines the afternoon. Several shops will open Friday night or Saturday afternoon, with key firms listed as remaining closed part of the observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Lou Dewitt
Chamber of Commerce
Novit’s
Hoffman's
Baxter's
Coleman's
Comenche National Bank
Stanton Dry Cleaners
Kilpatrick's Edmondson
Sarra
Easley
Southwest Natural Gas Co
Freeman's
J. H. Arthur Cunningham
Marcher's
Chevrolet Co
Western Auto
Dudney'’s Dry Cleaners
Texas Power & Light Co
City Bakery
Reese-Palmer
Mrs
Schools Shift Start And Dismissal By Thirty Minutes
City schools will start 30 minutes later and end 30 minutes later for lunch and end of day. High School opens at 9 21 replacing 8 51 and noon dismissal moves from 11 51 to 12 21. Afternoon dismissal shifts from 3 40 to 4 10 with the same 30 minute change in Grammar and Ward Schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Compton
Comanche
Hasse
Soda Springs
Dingler
Gustine
Fleming
Energy
Lamkin
Macksville
Hazeldell
Wilson
Proctor
Comyn
de Leon
Duster
Rucker
Sipe Springs
Shrum Bibb
Sidney
Nitville
Mercer Gap
Brushy Gap
Newburg
Beattie
Indian Mt
Robinson Spgs
Christine Coleman Weds L. R. Sutton
Christine Coleman youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs M Coleman wed L R Sutton third class petty officer son of Mrs Sutton of San Angelo Texas in a quiet home ceremony officiated by Rev Gordon Barrett. The couple planned a brief wedding trip then will reside in Oakland California after Sutton’s two years overseas service. Mr and Mrs A P Burks attended the Methodist Conference at Mineral Wells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christine Coleman
M. Coleman
L. R. Sutton
Sutton
San Angelo
Texas
Gordon Barrett
Comanche
Oakland
California
Pettyfficer Sutton
Bride of Cpl Clark Weds at Camp Barkeley
Cpl Elmer Clark of Junction City Kansas marries Luzena Tidmore of Abilene at Camp Barkeley Chapel with Chaplain William G Ferguson presiding. Attendants Mrs George Brueckmann Mrs Fred Langley Pvt Lester Balaski. The couple will reside at 1236 South 3rd Abilene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luzena Tidmore
Abilene
Cpl
Elmer Clark
Junction City
Kansas
Camp Barkeley
William G. Ferguson
George Brueckmann
Fred Langley
Lester Balaski
Clark
Fred Tidmore
Sipe Springs
Sal Underwood
Sidney
Sidney High School
Draughen's Business College
Reporter-News
Indians Fall to Mavericks 15-0 in Tough Road Loss
Eastland Mavericks defeated the Comanche Indians 19-0 to clinch at least a tie for the title as Gann and Young powered the visitors. Comanche showed stout defense with Hicks Edwards Mazurek and Brooks leading the line, while Armstrongs pass to Killian was the lone Indians’ gain in Mavericks territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche Indians
Eastland Mavericks
Indians
Eastland
Hamilton Bulldogs
Gann
Young
Mavericks
Williams
Hicks
Edwards
Mazurek
Brooks
Warden
Comanche
Armstrong
Killian
Cox
Rains
Guthrie
Marshall
Pate
Dudley
Butler
Grayson
G. Samuels
Arthur
Stores to Remain Open Tonight in Armistice Observance
Comanche stores, especially those planning to stay open Saturday night, will remain open tonight observing regular Saturday closing hours. Many farmers busy with crops during the day are expected to arrive tonight to take advantage of merchants late closing.
County Agent Richard Burleson Appointed Here
Richard Burleson of Granbury named County Agent to succeed Calvin Holcomb who moved to Goldthwaite for a Mills County post. An A&M graduate Burleson previously served Hood County and should begin duties next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Burleson
Granbury
Calvin Holcomb
Goldthwaite
Mills County
Burleson
A&m
Hood County
Early High Longhorns Meet Sidney Eagles For Top District Showdown
The undefeated Early High Longhorns visit Sidney Eagles in a key District Class BA showdown at 2 p.m. Both teams have only a scoreless draw this season. Sidney has won three of four games. Comanche County Bridders defeated Blanket 20-0, Comyn 13-0, and Brookesmith 26-0.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
High Longhorns
Sidney Eagles
Eagles
Comanche County Bridders
Blanket
Comyn
Brookesmith
Union Thanksgiving Services Planned at Presbyterian Church
Union Thanksgiving Services will be held Tuesday evening November 28 at 7 30 oclock at the Presbyterian Church. Dr C C Klingman pastor of the Central Christian Church will preach the sermon. The High School Choir under Carl Brumbelow will provide music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Presbyterian Church
C. C. Klingman
Central Christian Church
Carl Brumbelow
Evans and Newsome Take Positions at Hoffman's
Mrs Lilly Evans and Mrs Velma Newsome have accepted positions at Hoffmans Department Store. Miss Reba Statum left last Monday for Angeles California to take 4 months training in Occupational Therapy. Mrs Ramsey of Dallas, who fell ill while visiting her sister Mrs Virg il Butler, was able to return home last weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lilly Evans
Velma Newsome
Hoffman's
Dept
Reba Statum
Angeles
Calif
Ramsey
Dallas
Virgil Butler
Democrats Sweep State and Nation in Roosevelt Victory
President Franklin D. Roosevelt won a fourth term in the general election, leading in 35 states with 413 electoral votes to Dewey's 118. Roosevelt carried Texas with 686,266 votes to 160,460, as minor party votes pushed totals toward 1 million. Both Texas constitutional amendments were adopted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rooosevelt
Roosevelt
Ebrusiment
Thomas E. Dewey
Jaminer
Dewey
Texas
Singers Meet at Stephenville in County Event
All Comanche County singers are invited to a big sing at Stephenville City Recreation Building on Thursday night November 16. Ernest Rippetoe says a new $4,000 sound system will be used for the first time and leading singers and quartets from the territory will attend. He hopes all 3,500 seats are filled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Stephenville
Ernest Rippetoe
Mr. Rippetoe
Word on J. W. Butler Return From German Hospital
J W Butler recently underwent an operation in a German hospital and was brought home last weekend. Rev A B English of Ranger visited Comanche on Monday. Walter Durham, formerly critically ill in a Fort Worth hospital, is reported to be improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Butler
Rev. A. B. English
Ranger
Walter Durham
Fort Worth
Quick Action Sought To Reach County War Bond Quota
Comanche County aims to reach an $410000 Sixth War Loan Drive with a Series E portion of $180000. Rev E G Gregory Jr of First Baptist Church aids the War Finance Committee visiting precincts as farmers with harvest money buy bonds. Durham Fecan & Peanut Co previously contributed $79000 across drives. Further details to be announced next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
E. G. Gregory, Jr
First Baptist Church of
Comanche
Durham Fecan & Peanut Co
Service Drug Now Expands Lederle Veterinary Line
The Service Drug Store adds a new Lederle Veterinary Products line to its Stock and Poultry Health Department. Owner cites Lederle’s same skill as human health products made in New York City labs by noted chemists and veterinarians. Further details appear in the back-page advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Service Drug Store
i+ teal
Lederle
C Ou
Zuch
New York City
Funeral Rites for Mrs. L. C. Boynton
Funeral rites will be held at 2:00 this afternoon at Blanket Baptist Church for Mrs. L. C. Boynton pioneer Comanche County resident who died at her son's home near Talpa. Interment will be in Blanket Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanket Baptist Church
L. C. Boynton
Comanche County
Talpa
Blanket Cemetery
Roosevelt Dominates Comanche County in General Election
Comanche County cast about 3800 votes on Tuesday November 7 with President Roosevelt carrying the county by wide margins. Roosevelt led in Gap with all 26 votes. Comanche showed 824 for Roosevelt 308 for Republicans and Texas Regulars. 109 for Dewey and 199 for Regulars. Amendments in Comanche tallied Municipal Pension Plan 678 for 739 against and State Pension Plan 609 for 781 against. County Tax Reallocation 686 for 554 against.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Roosevelt
Texas
Prohibition Party
America Firsts
Gap
Comanche
Dewey
Armistice Day Grid Clash Set for Comanche Dublin Tilt
Comanche Indians meet Dublin Lions Saturday afternoon in the annual Armistice Day football clash at 2:30. Comanche, seeking revenge after last year’s 79-0 loss, faces a strong Dublin club that has dropped only to Eastland and De Leon. Probable Indian starters include Brooks, Killian, Magurek, Cox, Rains, Edwards, Igueras, Guthrie, Marshall, Armstrong, Hicks and Pate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin Lions
Williams
Dublin
Eastland
de Leon
Indians
Eastland Mavericks
Comanche
Lions
Brooks
Killian
Magurek
Cox
Rains
Edwards
Igueras
Guthrie
Marshall
Armstrong
Hicks
Pate
Mrs C B Williams Jr Joins Comanche Grammar Faculty
Mrs C B Williams Jr has been elected as a teacher at Comanche Grammar School and began duties Monday. She occupies one of the sixth grade positions, replacing Miss Elizabeth Tate who resigned to partner with her mother in Robercon Sisters ladies ready to wear store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Williams, Jr
Comanche Grammar School
Williams
Elizabeth Tate
Robercon Sisters
Williamses Visit Comanche From Houston
Mr and Mrs C W Williams of Houston spent the first part of the week in Comanche. They were hosted by local acquaintances and enjoyed sightseeing and community events during their stay.
Kilpatrick Announces New Radio Program
Howard Kilpatrick announces a new Servers Store radio program on Texas Quality Network using WFAA WOAI and KPRC. Programs air Monday Wednesday and Friday at 11 45 a m to noon with 30 dollars in cash prizes per show. Contest players name a home or hardware item to fit a musical numbers theme within 15 seconds and five five dollar charity gifts are announced each show. A hymn is dedicated to armed forces families overseas and the Servers Stores promote group buying power and the slogan The Servers Store Serves You Best for us Less.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilpatrick
Howard Kilpatrick
Texas Quality Network
Servess
WFAA
WOAT
KPRC
Alew
Family News From Houston to Amarillo Transfer
Liz and Mrs Chari and children Edwin and Lyn fame in Saturday from Houston Tt. Wetzel went on to Amarillo where he is being transferred from Ellington Field Houston where he was stationed for more than a year. Mrs Wetzel and children are visiting her parents Mr and Mrs J G Wilkerson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liz
Chari
Edwin
Lyn
Houston
Wetzel
Amarillo
Ellington Field
J. G. Wilkerson
Pvt Tom Maples Wounded in Action in France
Pvt. Tom Maples 24 son of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Stevens now of Fort Stockton formerly of Comanche has been seriously wounded in France according to War Department reports. He has been overseas about two months and was injured October 24 later moved to a base hospital in England. He has two brothers in service. Irby Lee Maples in Ashville North Carolina and J B Maples in the Navy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Maples
Lee Stevens
Fort Stockton
Comanche
France
War Department
Pvt
Maples
England
Irby Lee Maples
Ashville
North Carolina
J. B. Maples
Navy
Cfm Maples
Atlantic
Aleutians
South
Southwest Pacific
Massachusetts
North Africa
Casa Blanca
Carnes announce birth of son Carl Kendrick Carnes
Mr and Mrs Carl Carnes of Comanche announce the birth of a son at a Brownwood hospital on Wednesday night The child has been named Carl Kendrick Carnes Jr and Mrs Carnes are the proud parents
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Carnes
Carl
Pete) Carnes
Comanche
Brownwood Hospital
Carl Kendrick Carnes
Pvt Hollis J Woolsey Home On Furlough
Pvt Hollis J Woolsey son of Mr and Mrs M M Woolsey of Hasse is home on furlough. Since entering service in June he has been stationed in California and will report to Camp Hood Texas for advanced training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollis J. Woolsey
M. M. Woolsey
Hasse
Pvt
Woolsey
California
Camp Hood
Texas
Thompson joins Coleman's Grocery as salesman
A. E. Thompson is now associated with Coleman's Grocery in the role of salesman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coleman’s Grocery
A. E. Thompson
Coleman's Grocery
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Owen
A. P. Burks
Mineral Wells
Bride of
Cpl. Clark
Fastes
Union
ransipeNa
D. Roosevelt
Stenaenville
Service Drug
Lederle Veterinary Products
Aick
Atrio
McCoy Evan Palmer
George C. Genney
Hase Necter
Evan Palmer
Mr. Palmer
McCoy E. Palmer
Geo. C. Kenney
New Majestic
Bill Boyd
Frrdl Flynn
Paul Lucas Wniti
Hitler
Robert Watson
Alexander Pope
Fredric March
Alexis Smith
Mark Twain
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