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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1917
Page
5
The ad extols Pape's Cold Compound as a fast remedy for head cold and flu symptoms. It claims two to three doses relieve nasal congestion headaches feverishness and throat soreness within hours. The piece also notes a community meal and local officials promoting Woodcraft values in Comanche county.
Fleming W C W Camp officers and members hosted families and friends for a 5 o clock dinner on the school grounds. Bob Lane served as MC and introduced Merton L. Harris of Comanche and Geo L. Sullivan who praised Woodcraft traits followed by S C Findley who spoke on Woodcraft and Hoover cards. Chief Greff and Cal Fritts announced the stew was ready and tea was served.
As people age they require less food and may eat little. But at times they eat more than needed and turn to Chamberlains Tablets to aid digestion. The tablets do not contain pepsin but strengthen the stomach and promote natural function with gentle bowel movement.
A number of residents attended the Cotton Palace. G B Purcell returned from Oklahoma after visiting his son. W L Hamilton shows a new Chevrolet. Alice Williams visits her daughter in Brownwood. C H Lynch of Roby returns to make this their future home. S T Brandt entertain a little boy since Friday. C L Burt visits Moody. Mary Clayton of Roby visits home folks. Mode Scott had a serious accident last Sunday when a windmill accident caused iron to strike his head. he is recovering.
An advertisement touts Renovine as a cure for heart and nerve issues. Do not wait for heart organ failure, with a price of 50 cents or one dollar.
Residents are urged to bring butter and eggs to Slider and Lacy for an event or sale. The notice emphasizes bringing specific dairy and produce items for exchange or participation.
Miss Lola Bruton of this city married Fred O Jones of Franks ton Texas at 4 p m Saturday. Rev. Austin performed the ceremony at his home. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs W S Bruton and has long resided here. The groom is from a respected Fort Worth area family and they left Sunday for their home in Fort Worth.
Comanche butcher proclaims his wife recovered after years of suffering from gall stones and chronic digestive problems. He credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy after four bottles over two years, noting it relieved catarrhal mucus, inflammation, and related ailments. The ad promises a money back guarantee and urges trial with one dose proving effective.
Remains of an old notice indicate that after today all daily papers will be kept at Bud Bishop's confectionery on the northwest corner of the square, as stated by S Findley.
Those desiring the regular county report ecards can obtain them at Wm. Reese Drug Co. or at The Chief Exponent office. Include cash with the order.
An advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing as the original product that darkens hair naturally without dye. It emphasizes its authenticity and lists a price of $1.00 for the item.
A local shopper is urged to visit Slider and Lacy for sweaters and knit caps, highlighting the shop as a source for cozy winter apparel.
Reverend McKey of Missouri filled the pulpit at the Baptist church on Sunday. He spoke to the congregation about faith and community, delivering a brief sermon and a welcoming message. The service drew local parishioners and visitors.
State of Texas v Ada Allen pander ing dismissed on DA motion. Roderick Bond burglary continued. Tom Tuttle jury dismissal. Talbot Bream perjury dismissed. E B Gamel disposing of mortgaged property continued. Henry Franks burglary guilty two years suspended. Chester Nowlan guilty two years suspended. Vin Walker burglary guilty two years in State Training School paroled for good behavior. George Granger John Huggins burglary guilty two years juvenile school. Civil cases include Ollie Franklin v Oscar Franklin divorce granted. Foreclosure actions and partitions concluding with judgments or receivers reports.
City declares Friday November 23 and Saturday November 24 as Clean Up Days. Citizens should place trash in the street outside their ward for city crews to haul to the dump grounds at no cost. Completion expected by Saturday night for Monday hauling. Mayor J. R. Eanes urges a complete premises cleanup.
An old advertisement promotes Laxative Quinidine Tablets as a remedy for cold head congestion and La Grippe. It notes a price of 25 cents and claims use for severe headaches. The tone mimics a vintage patent medicine pitch.
The Presbyterian Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday November 20 at the church. Devotional and prayers precede hymns numbers 130 24 49 70 and offerings. Mrs Houghton Mrs Godbold Mrs Hoff Mrs Jack Mrs McMillan Mrs Cage Mrs Kilpatrick Mrs Scurry Mrs Marke Mrs Chilton lead readings and prayers with a hymn solo and benediction.
Bud Bishop this week installed a highly modern peanut roaster and popcorn popper in Comanche. The new equipment enhances the store’s appearance and yields a confection far superior to what the ordinary machine could produce.
An old advertisement claims piles can be cured in six to fourteen days with a treatment offered at a specific site. The terse note markets a quick remedy and price claim, typical of period medical ads.
Local Red Cross managers urge more volunteers for sewing as knitting fades. Reported confusion over yarn use hampers inventory tracking while a British warship prize tale recounts the Macedonian’s sale to Jacob Smith, later a tavern owner with descendants near Beaumont.
The War Council of the YMCA approves a 35 million dollar budget for army related YMCA activities, with Texas contributing 400 thousand. Dallas and Houston subscribe 100 thousand each, the rest allocated to counties including Comanche County with 500 dollars. F E Adams is treasurer and Rev S H Austin chairs the county. A courthouse rally is planned next Friday night about the effort.
An advertisement promotes Prickly Ash Bitters as a kidney tonic. It claims relief for backache bladder troubles indigestion and constipation. Price 1.25 per bottle from The Wm Reese Co Special Agents.
Miss Goldie Green of Dallas brings the play Politics in 1999 to Brownwood on Thursday night under United Daughters of the Confederacy auspices. Proceeds go to United Charities. The show features serious and comic elements and is Mrs Mollie Moore Godbold's latest work, praised nationally. Brownwood residents expect strong turnout as it has never been produced in Comanche.
A century and a half ago off the Azores and 600 miles northwest of Cape Verde, the British ship Macedonian engaged Decatur's United States frigate United States in a sharp clash. The Macedonian was disabled and soon surrendered, marking a decisive moment in naval history.
In the District Court of Texas Northern District, Jesse Thomas Hughes of Comanche seeks a full discharge from debts under bankruptcy acts. He was adjudged bankrupt on September 26, 1917 and duly rendered all property. Creditors may oppose discharge by December 15, 1917 with written notice to Referee in Port Worth.
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