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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
2
Texas Hog Records and Independence Opinion
A Telegram critique laments Texas hog production hindering state pride, arguing the state should limit hogs per acre and promote self sufficiency as a public stance. The note frames hog farming as a measure of state vigor and economic autonomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Houston Telegram
Avenged platform clash noted in Fort Worth Record
Cyclone Davis and Robert Lee Henry face off on the same platform. After years the Ocalla platform is avenged as Harry Tracey is vindicated and Stump Ashby receives a martyr’s crown per the Fort Worth Record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyclone Davis
Robert Lee Henry
Ocalla
Harry Tracey
Stump Ashby
Fort Worth
Bank credit justice for security backed loans
The speaker argues that citizens should access funds from banks when they have genuine security. If banks hold the money and a borrower provides solid security, the loan should be granted as a fair deal, not a handout.
Villa’s Revolt Draws Fresh War Correspondents
The Houston Telegram mocks Villa for starting a new revolt in Mexico while noted writers Richard Harding Davis Jack London and Jimmie Creelman focus on European campaigns. It suggests Villa needs to attract new war correspondents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Villa
Mexico
Richard Harding Davis
Jack London
Jimmie Creelman
Houston Telegram
Bank Surplus Sparks Debate Over Customer Support
A local editorial argues that banks with large surpluses fail to shoulder their responsibility during hardships. It states such banks deter patrons seeking accommodations in hard times and instead work against customers, worsening the relief effort.
Texas farmer doubles crops with onions hogs and cotton
A Texas farmer sowed onions at 300 crates per acre earning 1.40 a crate then planted sweet potatoes at 200 per acre and now returns to onions for a third crop in a year. He also stopped by Worth market with a carload of hogs and keeps Texas prospering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrizo Springs
Texas
Star Telegram
Circular calls for a new American party in Fort Worth
The Fort Worth Record notes a circular urging equality and prosperity with a new American party. It mocks its promoters and cites the Waco News figure of a $1.724 billion annual national thirst, joking about officials losing positions on the water wagon and urging a Balm in Gilead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Waco News
Samuel G. Blythe
Jeff McLemore
The
News
Record
Gilead
Fort Worth
McAdoo demands explanation of bank liquidity and lending
Secretary McAdoo questions why banks hold record cash while the country needs money. He seeks answers on bank lending practices and security standards and vows a thorough investigation. Banks not fulfilling their role will face consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAdoo
Banks hoard cash worsening money stringency
Reports from the last two weeks show banks, especially national banks, hold reserves far above required. While the public fears shortage, many banks maintain 50 to 75 percent reserves, bottling money and not lending to relieve the monetary stringency.
Pestilence Follows War Across Europe
A Fort Worth Record editorial warns that Asiatic cholera threatens worldwide, stating war fuels its spread. It claims famine and pestilence follow military conflict and accuses rulers of driving civilization to a century long setback with millions of victims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hungary
Europe
Fort Worth
State banks and currency needs debate Aldrich-Vreeland
The writing argues that the nation already has ample money in the hands of banks and questions the need for a state central bank to supply cheaper currency. It asserts private banks would not be more liberal and notes banks could use Aldrich-Vreeland provisions if more money were required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central State Bank
Governor’s plan faced in balancing bank profits and school fund
The speaker questions Governor Colquitt’s Central Bank proposal. He warns the bank must earn 870000 to cover school fund interest and running costs. He doubts profits will suffice and fears defaults could force further legislative appropriations risking the fund.
Diversification urged for Comanche county farmers next year
The article argues diversification is a necessity for Comanche county farmers. It urges cash crops and self sufficiency with butter eggs chickens and hogs to avoid debt and ensure groceries and credit from merchants. It notes debtors should prepare now to feed themselves and reduce reliance on cotton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche County
Even if We Had No Cotton And the Buy a Bale Movement
The article argues aid to Southern cotton farmers is noble but not a charity case, noting that even if all cotton vanished, other income sources would still sustain the region. It cites Texas and other sectors, estimating eight hundred million dollars in total state income with cotton at about three hundred million. It urges balanced support acknowledging diverse regional earnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf
Southwest
Texas
Price review of agricultural products from 1913 to current
The department of agriculture issued a price review comparing current quotations with Sept 1 1913. Cotton fell 3 cents while most items rose. meat up 42 cents per hundredweight, corn 6 cents per bushel, wheat 16 cents, and other goods higher though cotton shows signs of weak demand. Some sales at low prices amid hopes for 12 to 16 cent cotton, per Holland's Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ment of Agriculture
Holland’s
Stop Those Early Bronchial Coughs This Winter
Prompt no-nonsense ad announcing Foley's Honey and Tar Compound from The Wm. Reese Co. claims to halt coughs and colds, heal inflamed airways, loosen phlegm, and act as a mild laxative with no opiates. Targets children and adults.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Wm. Reese Co
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days by PAZO OINTMENT
The druggist offers a refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles within 6 to 14 days. First application provides ease and rest. Price 60 cents.
What the Panhandle Farmer Thinks of the Silo
Buford O Brown reports Plainview county farmers value silos noting major gains in food value and livestock profits. Eighteen silos under construction in Hare county include cement lined pits eight, plus glazed tile and wood stave types. Over fifty silos exist in the county, with growth expected as the Shallow Water Belt yields drive expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panhandle
Buford O. Brown
Plainview
Kansas
Iowa
Indiana
Hare
Ballard's Snow Seniment Promoted as Healing Dressing
A dressing for flesh wounds burns scalds old sores rash and chafed skin named Ballard's Snow Seniment is described as healing and antiseptic. It is sold by Paris Smith at prices 25e 50e and 1.00 per bottle to customers seeking wound care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard
Paris Smith
Peanut market lessons from Walker Smith Co warns Comanche buyers
The letter from Walker Smith Co of Brownwood urges clients to wait for a fully matured and properly dried home grown Spanish peanut crop. It cites last year's rushed market causing heat damage, mixed lots, lost demand, and imports, and notes shellers hold excess stock while cleaners fear rail handling faults and delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche Chamber of Commerce
Walker-Smith
Brownwood
Walker-Smith Co
Comanche
China
Japan
Spain
Java
Chamberlain's Tablets Help Peru Woman's Health
Mrs. Josep Kallans of Peru Indiana reports belching sour stomach and headaches relieved by Chamberlain's Tablets. She states the medicine aided her digestion and regulated her bowels, and she now feels entirely well. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josep Kallans
Peru
Ind
Chamberlain
Saale
Deaters
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. R. Eanes & Co
BR. Kfanes
Consolidated
the Comanche Pub. Co.,Publishers
Semanche, Texas
Grace Callaway
Mgr
D. H. Cunningham
J. R. Janes
T. J. Cunningham
Treas
Grade Callaway
J. R. Eanes
E. W. Harris
V. H. Thodberg
Oscar Callaway
T. J. Williams
W. H. Thadberg
L. T. Cunningham
K. F. Cunningham
G. A. Cunningham
J. R. Mooce
Colquitt
Frankland
Scott
Dr. Price
England
United States
A. B. Rose & CO
BR. G. Stanton
West Side Square
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