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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1938
Page
8
Cotton and wheat yield disappointing returns while feed grains and forage offer higher value when used as farm produced livestock feed. The farmer seeks profitable mix of grain and roughage and pasture to maximize income from surplus crops.
The article argues that when grain is available, stock cows and ewes are better for fattening than calves or lambs, while hogs and poultry suit grain-rich feed. It cites that ten bushels of corn could produce pork worth far more than cash grain price, and a North Texas community could have earned about $10,000 more by finishing hogs rather than selling raw corn, urging farmers to turn feed into finished products rather than quitting too soon.
Among 31 Texas Senate members 15 are holdovers 8 re-elected and 8 set for replacement with new blood. The mix shows a notable turnover affecting leadership and policy direction ahead of the next session.
The sensational film Race death by own action will screen at 11 o clock Saturday night at the New Majestic Theatre. A Chicago paper lauds the production for realism and melodramatic power with Willy Castello Lena Andre and Erma Deen in the cast. Critics call it a true life page of horror and warn it is a last chance to see a real screen gem.
Socialists and Democrats nominate candidates for Railroad Commissioner Comptroller Land Commissioner Treasurer and State Superintendent. Democrats name G A Jerry Sadler T J Martin Bascom Giles Charley Lockhart L A Woods. Republicans name C A Milligan H O Winslow Gertrude Leek. Socialists name J W Hembree J M Jewell O M Williams Carl Brannin. Communists name James Sager. Kilpatrick's Hardware Store advertises a big 4 page circular with low prices.
The American Legion Auxiliary will begin its Christmas work gathering toys this week. The collected toys will be gathered, reconditioned, and distributed to children who might not otherwise receive gifts from Santa Claus. Donations can be made by contacting Mrs. John Reese, Mrs. E. D. Cox, or Mrs. Bob Eaton.
The family thanks many friends who volunteered blood for their sister and daughter’s transfusion. Special thanks go to Mrs. H E Newton of De Leon for her blood gift. May God bless each donor from Mrs. Will Schwartz and family. Kilpatrick's Hardware Store advertises low prices.
Mrs. Oon hosted the Tuesday Club on October 4 with three tables of bridge. Mrs. Lionel Slider won high score among members while Mrs. Ray Hoff was top among guests. Mrs. John E. Hoff received a low score prize. Sherbet and cake refreshments were served.
During Fire Prevention Week from October 10 to 15 the Grammar School hosts two programs. On Tuesday at 10:00 Mr. McClure of Texas Power and Light lectures on safety, and Friday at 10:20 students present a fire program in the auditorium directed by Mr. Jenkins with posters and other work on display. The public is invited.
Miss Mary Helen Fritts of Van Dyke celebrated her fifteenth birthday with friends at her home on Sunday. The gathering featured a cake prepared by Christine Easley and Myriene Brinson.
Col and Mrs N H Hall of Washington DC visit his sister Mrs W B McKay in Comanche. Miss Beatrice Alien of Fort Worth visits friends and relatives in Comanche over the weekend. Special prices advertised by Kilpatrick's Hardware Store with big reductions in their 4 page circular.
The Quarterly W M U session will be held at the Baptist Church in De Leon on Wednesday October 12 with Rev Hanne speaking at eleven. He is on furlough and residing in Waco. Baptist women are urged to attend and men are welcome to come.
Roy E. Guiley, Minister, leads Sun Bible Study at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship at 10:45. Sermon subject Love. Young People’s Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Evening worship at 7:30 with sermon Prayer. Wednesday mid week meeting at 7:30 p.m.
The First Presbyterian Church lists 10:00 a.m. Bible classes for all ages 11:00 a.m. morning worship with a sermon titled Family Fellowship 7:30 p.m. evening worship sermon Christ Reveals The True Nature of God 2:30 p.m. Young People's District Rally with Coleman Brownwood San Saba New Hope and Bangs expected. Tuesday 7:30 p.m. officers meeting in the pastor's study Wednesday 7:30 p.m. prayer meeting E. M. Shepard minister.
The High School Sextet directed by Miss King will sing at the evening service. The message at 7 30 p m is The Inquest of a Prominent Citizen. Morning worship at 11 00 features The First Convict. Sunday School starts 9 45 with all Metho dists urged to attend. Senior and Intermediate Leagues meet at 6 45. E N Scarlett, pastor.
Sunday activities listed for Oct 9 include Church School at 9 45 a m officers and teachers urged to attend, sermon at 10 60 a m, Young People’s League at 6 30 p m with worship and sermon at 7 15 p m. Minister George G Smith invites all to attend and express thanks to Almighty God.
Today and the coming Monday residents can barter heavy hens for $1 each and 50 cents for light hens. The money reduces subscription prices for The Comanche Chief or The Semi-Weekly Farm News. One heavy hen or two light hens buys a year of The Chief. two heavy hens or three hens total buy a year of both papers. Bring hens to The Chief Office.
Bozo the mind reading dog enters as a free attraction at the State Fair Golden Jubilee. He answers all questions and has a flawless record, thriving on applause from the audience.
An old time drug store advertises LETO'S FOR THE GUMS with a money back promise if the first bottle fails to satisfy. The Service Drug Store promotes the product as a remedy for irritated itchy burning gums.
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