Portrait of a Local Newspaper's Officers and Directors
The document lists officers and directors for a local publication. J. R. Eanes serves as president and editor, W. H. Carpenter as treasurer, and Geo. Sullivan as vice president. Directors include Carpenter, Eanes, G. L. Cunningham, E. W. Harris, and S. P. Stockholders. The annual price is one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Eanes
W. H. Carpenter
ee.-Treas
Geo. Sullivan
Geo. L
G. A. Cunningham
E. W. Harris
S. P
D. H. Cunningham
T. J. Cunningham
Oscar Callaway
P. Smith
T. J. Williams
L. T. Cunningham
J. R. Moore
J. Thomas
Geo. L. Sullivan
Why Trade in Comanche Why Trade In Comanche
A provocative column argues there are compelling reasons to trade in Comanche, promising insights from several of the town’s successful men. It hints at upcoming revelations next week and signals local business emphasis.
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Comanche
Ice coated leaves mark unusual Texas frost event
Tuesday morning trees across town wore ice while leaves remained green. This rare condition, possibly without precedent in Texas, followed freezing rain and sleet that brought a real killing frost earlier than usual. Grass stayed green and fields held succulent vegetation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Local merchant touts ad phrase I see in The Chief
A local merchant praised newspaper ads and recounted customers who begin conversations with I see in The Chief while seeking specific articles. He emphasized readers recall Chief-Exponent advertisements and encouraged adopting the phrase to attract buyers.
Labor Unions Threaten Railroad Strike Over Adamson Law
A store scene notes a customer and the Railroad Brotherhoods threatening a strike after four heads meet to parse the Adamson law. The writer argues Congress should regulate labor to protect the public, contrasting unions with a large U S population and rail workers count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Congress
Advertise Your Store To Reach Comanche Shoppers
A seller urges local merchants to advertise to inform customers about articles in stock and pricing. The message emphasizes that people will seek known prices and availability, even traveling to Chicago if they must, unless local ads make the offer clear and compelling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Dearborn Street
Chicago
Public efficiency debate and post office reform
Hughes advocates public efficiency in campaign theory while Wilson endorses practical measures. A proposed reform would appoint postmasters from civil service and create advancement prospects for mail handlers. Though associated with railway clerks, Wilson supports it. passage by the next congress is possible, though some local post office candidates face disappointment.
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Hughes
Wilson
Civil Service
Associated Railway
Congress
Not Accurate News Report From Early Bulletin Board
The piece recalls a bulletin board run by the Chief Ex ponent during tense election days. It notes they published telegrams as received, avoided unverified rumors, and questioned reports that Wilson carried Minnesota while Hughes led after soldier returns. It critiques sensational or inaccurate claims in papers.
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Wilson
Minnesota
Hughes
Rio Grande
Frivolous chase ends with mistaken hen reveal
A near sighted man loses his hat in the wind and chases it after climbing a fence. He believes the hat lies in a yard but a woman's sharp remark reveals he is actually chasing their little black hen.
Made a Mess of It. A Meek-Looking Man Reveals Wife
During a social evening a woman sang for the guests. A guest questions the singer and learns the performer is the meek-looking man’s wife. He quips the song’s author is the same man, prompting a stammered apology.
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Tam
Argonaut
Question of Eligibility Sparks Older Boy Preference
A Southern Woman's Magazine excerpt shows a dialogue where a man questions a boy about seeking a position. The boy asserts he was told to bring an older applicant, implying a bias toward age in hiring.
Unclear exchange about bounced check and cashing plan
In a brief dialogue Mrs Small learns a deposited check was returned for insufficient funds. She remarks she will not deposit it again and plans to cash it instead, noting the issue with the payment.
Barber’s Suspicious Calm Bespeaks Tailor’s Arrival
A head barber recalls preparing to shave a man who seemed easygoing until he noticed a tailor entering. The barber notes the man’s sudden tension and muttered urgency to hurry, shifting the mood from casual conversation to a charged moment as the tailor approached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Deathbed Dilemma Drives Glasgow Spouse to Heaven Plan
On his deathbed Andy Donaldson contemplates a solution to end his weary years. He suggests Nancy marry John Clemmer a kindly nonchurch member so both men share in heaven. Nancy objects fearing two husbands in the afterlife despite the practical comfort John could provide.
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Andy Donaldson
Glasgow
Nan
Gindee
Andy
Nancy
John Clemmer
The
Kirk
John
Argonaut
Plumber Sandy Cites Haircut Alibi On Town Job
Sandy the plumber explains to his boss that during the forenoon he was getting his hair cut, while an apprentice and the day’s events unfolded on the town job. The boss had waited, unable to locate him, before Sandy reappeared with the casual excuse.
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Sandy
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered as Constitutional Remedy
There is more catarrh in this region than other diseases, once deemed incurable. Local remedies failed, so constitutional treatment is proposed. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio, is taken internally and claims to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. A $100 reward is offered for any case it fails to cure. then includes circulars and testimonials.
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Hall
F. J Cheney & Co
Toledo
Oho
J. Cheney & CO
Ohio
Te. Wall
Time? And how dare you cut hair in my time
The fragment features a sharp exchange questioning intrusion into personal time, with a Scots dialect line about hair cutting and a retort about it not growing in Tit-Bits. The text suggests a humorous or heated quip without further context.
Pilgrim Fathers and Mothers Heroism Courts Contrast
The text extols Pilgrim fathers facing fire frost famine and Native American threats while claiming Pilgrim mothers endured these trials plus additional hardships of fate and hardship, praising their greater heroism in early colonial life.
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India
Pilgrim Fatehrs
Child’s Uneasy Exchange Sparks Household Friction
A mother questions her child about sitting in paint and warns of discipline. The exchange reveals tension at home as the child admits to the act and pleads for leniency, highlighting everyday family discipline dynamics.
Porous plaster and cough syrup offer chest relief
Historical ad promotes KBALLARD S HOREHOUND SYRUP with a free pepper plaster for the chest. Sold by Ss P Smith, urging internal cough remedies for severe lung soreness.
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Kballard
Herrick
Ss. P. Smith
Comanche Dairy Announces Takeover and Service Commitment
Notice from Comanche Dairy by Knutson and Eaton announcing takeover of the dairy from I. T. Moody. They admit errors and pledge to provide the best service, asking for patronage and appreciation. Contact via Vhone 115 or 405 12-18 Wiwe.
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I. T. Moody
Comanche Dairy
Knutson & Eaton
Vhone
Dallas News Office Moves To The Chief Exponent Building
Notice announces relocation of The Dallas News and Evening Journal headquarters to The Chief Exponent Building. Subscription agency for all papers will also operate there with rates available by calling the new office. Signed D. R. Findley.
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Attention News
Dallas News and Evening Journal
Tam
D. R. Findley
Backache Relief Claim for St Jacobs Oil Advertisement
A backache remedy claims kidneys do not cause pain and lumbago or strains trigger it. The ad touts St Jacobs Oil as a quick, soothing rub that stops pain instantly without burning or staining skin. It promises relief for sciatica lumbago neuralgia rheumatism sprains and related aches.
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St. Jacobs
St Jacobs
Ladies Auto Scarfs and Caps at Slider and Lacy's
Local retailer Slider and Lacy's features a display of ladies auto scarfs and caps in a new seasonal collection. Shoppers are invited to browse fashion accessories designed for car enthusiasts and casual wear.
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Ladies Auto
Slider & Lacy’s
Slider and Lacy's Offer Men’s Booze for Cold Weather
The shop promotes sturdy alcoholic beverages suited for winter use, emphasizing durable packaging and robust flavors. Local dealers highlight value and availability for customers seeking warming spirits during cold months.
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Slider & Lacy's
Scarcest Commodity in America Is Serious Minds
The writer notes a shortage of people who take matters seriously, observing many admire the ability to seem unconcerned and indifferent about outcomes. He argues genuine, cautious consideration is rare and valued.
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America
Remarkable statement on Lydia E Pinkham's medicine
Englewood Illinois reader touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as lifesaving for menopause symptoms and insanity fears. Letter claims physicians failed but herbal remedy cured pain and nervousness, urging others to seek further guidance from the Medicine Co. in Lynn Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Englewood
Ill
Sieipen
Lydia E. Pinkham
Local Notes From Suez Harmony and Nearby
Mr Wideman moved to Harmony last week as cold weather intensifies. Vern Mull died last Saturday and was buried Sunday at Zion Hill Cemetery with Rev Frank Skoges leading. John Lightfoot visited Waco Friday night. Tom Johnson moved to Mr Magness's place. John Cottrell bought a new buggy last week. Mrs Abbey visited Mrs Stephens this week. Mr Smith of Gorman came Sunday for daughter Ella Mull. School shows progress and community health is good.
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Suez
Wideman
Harmony
Vern Mull
Sunda
Zion Hill
Frank Skoges
John Lightfoot
Waco
Tom Johnson
Magness
John Cottrell
Abbey
Stephens
Mr. Smith
Gorman
Ella Mull
Femenina Marketed as Female Trouble Remedy
Dr. B. F. Jackson once celebrated physician promoted a beloved remedy for female troubles. It is now sold under the name Femenina priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
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B. F. Jackson
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the Comanche Publishing CO
H. Carpenter
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Reese
Looneys Men’s Store
Jim D. Slack
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Southern Woman's Magazine
Wm. Reese Co
Bobbie
Sheldon
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