Tragic Lost Child of Comanche County Remembered
A 1879 tale from Comanche County tells how Frances Ellen Spraggins, aged twenty months, vanished while her mother drew water. A wide search led by Sheriff D H Cunningham found the child dead on a mountain ledge, in a scene witnessed by neighbors. Tom Edwards informed her grieving parents. the body was later buried near the Edwards graveyard. A monument now marks the discovery site between Brushy Gap and Mercer Gap.
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Spraggins
Branch
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Mes. Spraggins
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Frances Ellen
Texanana
Frances el
Texana
Texamna
D. H. Cunningham
Mercer Gap
Bud Halford
Tom Edward Sdwards
Halford
Tom
Ben
Tom Edwards
Mr. Edwards
Mr. Cunningham
Tom Matthews, Sr
UT Freshman Jimmy Wilkerson Returns for Homecoming
From Austin, University of Texas freshman Jimmy Wilkerson was back home for the football game and the homecoming celebration marking the occasion with family and friends.
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Austin
Jimmy Wilkerson
University of Texas
Wright Wins Football Contest In Comanche
Jerry Wright of Comanche topped this week’s football pool by predicting all winners and nearly matching the Comanche De Leon score. He earns a $5 prize, with Mrs. F. J. Smith of Brownwood and Wayne Hill of Comanche sharing second and third. Roy Bloyd receives an honorable mention for perfect game calls but a miss on the final score. Other near misses and misses are listed, with Texas Tech, Baylor and Santa Anna games noted as tough picks. A new contest round is announced on the football page.
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Jerry Wright
Comanche
Comanche de Leon
Wright
F. J. Smith
San Benito
Brownwood
Wayne Hill
Roy Bloyd
J. N. Hicks
F. W. Sullivan
B. A
Howell John Keeter
T. H. Sharp
de Leon
G. A. Reid
Graham
Jimmy Farley
Ben Hulsey
Dale Nowlin
E. P. Reid
Ruby Hall
Feddie Ross
Mary Ruth Ross
Effie Lee Cloud
Paul Livingston
Wayne Lane
W. I
Card of Thanks for Mrs. Emilie Starks
Family expresses sincere thanks for kindness shown after the death of Mrs. Emilie Starks. Special thanks to Smith Memorial Home Gustine and Oak Lawn Funeral Home Comanche for their efficient services. Mrs. George L. Stephens Gustine and Mrs. Tom D. Skinner Dallas Texas.
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Emilie Starks
Smith Memorial
Gustine
Oak Lawn
Comanche
George L. Stephens
Tom D. Skinner
Highgrove
Dallas
Texas
Mason Cowpunchers Defeat Colemen For District Crown
The Mason Cowpunchers rallied in the final quarter to beat the Cole man Bluecats 26 19 and capture the 18 AA football title.
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Mason Cowpunchers
Coleman Bluecats
Caring for your family from newborn to toddler
A new baby shifts family dynamics and requires calm, flexible routines. Older siblings may feel jealousy, so involve them in baby care like fetching diapers. Gentle care like Vaseline protects diaper rash, while acknowledging the exhaustion and joy that come with guiding a baby's growth.
Office Furniture Ad Listing By The Comanche Chief
Classified brief announces representation of top office furniture lines including filing cabinets desks and chairs for business offices.
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Anche County
Francis Ellen
K. Doyle
Gregg
Roy Gregg Bass
Wong
Manufectured
Long Manufacturing Co., Inc
Terbere
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Devenport
Love Qronchens
Plorence
G. C
Tifton
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Tense — Columbus
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Shady Elm Nursing Home
Comanche, Texas
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Department of
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June Bunch
Nina Adams
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Robert Willis
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Ford
Clemons Motor Company
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