Boys Corn and Girls Tomato Clubs Hold Prize Meet
Twenty boys and thirty girls gathered at the Chamber of Commerce for a prize ceremony at the Majestic Theatre. Miss Carter and Mr. Quicksall led speeches as prizes were awarded by Mrs. Kittle and Mr. Eaton. Awards covered best exhibits, yields, and jars of tomatoes with cash, boxes, and goods, highlighting Lois Robertson Winnie McCrary Bonnie Ferrill and others. The event aims to boost county tomato and corn projects and showcases Mrs. Kittle’s active role and plans to enter Dallas fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Majestic Theatre
Miss Carter
Quicksall
Eaton
Kittle
Messrs. Moore
Ardis
Tomato Club
Comanche County
Larry Kittle
Lois Robertson
Jersey
Larry Kittles
Winnie McCrary
Duroe
Jersey i
Robi. T. Jones
Sidney
Winnie Carnes
Poland
Oscar Callaway
Sipe Springs
Wm. Reese Co
Roberson Sisters
Montie Irby
Comanche
Electric Light Co
S. P. Smith
Mary Holland
Chas. Williams
Cash
Jewell Reece
Brin
W. C. Sanford
Lois Roberson
Comanche Mercantile Co
Loise Robertson
Neely-Harris-Cunningham Co
R. F. Holloway
8. P. Smith
Bonnie Ferrill
Martin Co
Tate Bros
Winnie Merary
Proctor
W. H. Rowland
M. W. Carroll
W.C. Odom
Lee Smedley
Knutson & McGee
Boyd McGee
Johnnie Drummond
Burks-Simmons Co
Boss Haynes
W. W. Kilpatrick
Mr. Eaton
Dallas
Comanche High Prepares For Gatesville High Clash Saturday
Comanche High readies for a Saturday game against Gatesville High with coach Carpenter optimistic about the squad. He notes improved open play and higher team discipline as new members prove steady, while the full season schedule remains to be published. The Chief seeks local correspondents in multiple communities to submit news items for free subscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenter
eGatesville High
Mr. Carpenter
Comanche
Lamkin
Fleming
Farmers’ Chapel
Hazeldell
Wilson
Theney, Downing
Duster
Soda Springs
Shrum
Bibb
Whitville
Brushy Gap
New Burg
Beattie
Indian Mountain
Roberson Springs
Suez
Vandyke
Gustine
Whitepoint
Child Killed Near Sidney Reported
Ernest Holland aged 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Holland, was found dead near their Sidney area home after dusk. Hoof prints over his heart suggest a fatal kick from a pet colt. he was last seen playing with the animal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest
Bill Holland
Sidney
Cotton Loan Fund Proposed by St Louis Bankers
A plan to raise a 150 million cotton loan fund was ratified by a bankers’ delegation in St. Louis. Subscriptions from banks trust companies and merchandile firms would fund loans on cotton at up to six cents per pound middling. The fund aims to liquidize cotton, stabilize prices, and restore normal trade. Allocation by centers will await Treasury and Federal Reserve Board approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
McAdoo
Festus J. Wade
St. Louis Clearing House Association
Secretary of the Treasury
Federal Reserve Board
James A Scott Reappointed Clerk of Court for Two Years
James A. Scott was reappointed on Tuesday by the court of civil appeals for the second supreme judicial district as clerk of that court for the next two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Scott
Court of Civil Appeals
Second Supreme Judicial District
Motion to adjourn tabled as Texas legislature debates session length
A concurrent resolution for adjournment next Saturday was tabled while lawmakers expect the session to run past the thirty day limit. With the Bank of Texas Bill pending, cotton acreage reduction bills and other subjects, leaders foresee continued activity and possible new measures from Governor Colquitt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Templeton
House
Bank of Texas
Colquitt
Our Honor Roll of Religious Weekly Subscribers
Indebted to named parties for money paid to The Great Religious Weekly on subscription. List includes E. W. Boyd, R. Ward, T. C. Love, J. M. Bumpus, M. A. Mallard, H. G. Lee, A. E. Hampton, W. L. Lane, J. S. Hill, R. P. Hamilton, J. N. Burns, D. T. Walker, D. P. Lloyd, N. F. Ward, d. C. Hartman, J. J. Hicks, F. L. Hicks, J. E. B. Crews, S. C. Switzer, Paul Gaines, Wade Evridge, W. G. Stokes, W. T. Lewis, D. P. Pendergrass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Boyd
R. Ward
T. C. Love
J. M. Bumpus
M. A. Malllard
H. G. Lee
A. E. Hampton
W. L. Lane
J. S. Hill
R. P. Hamilton
J. N. Burns
D. T. Walker
D. P. Lloyd
N. F. Ward
D. C. Hartman
J. J. Hicks
F. L. Hicks
J. E. B. Crews
S. C. Switzer
Paul Gaines
Wade Evridge
W. G. Stokes
W. T. Lewis
D. P. Pendergrass
Governor Submits Acreage Reduction Proposal
Governor Colquitt sends to the legislature a plan to limit cotton acreage next year to 20 acres per household or per corporation with penalties of 1 to 5 years in prison or fines up to 5000 dollars. The measure, backed by Attorney General Looney, seeks state police power support and aims for broad southern coordination on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Colquitt
Looney
Texas
South Carolina
Terrell Defends Bank Bill in Texas Legislature
In Austin on Oct 5 Speaker Terrell and Rep Dove led opening remarks over the Bank of Texas bill as Governor Colquitt and supporters warn of a fourth special session. Terrell notes terms expire election day and asserts a new session would require the Thirty-Fourth Legislature, not the current body. Colquitt campaigns for a $20 million Bank of Texas amid a partisan press debate.
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Austin
Texas
Chester H. Terrell
House
Colquitt
Cureton
D. C. Dove
Friends of the
Terrell
Friends of the Bill
People of Texas
Bank of Texas
Friends of
Bill
Senate
Progress of the European War Amid Stalemates Along Fronts
The warfront reports describe twenty five days of attrition as German French and British troops clash in northern France with no decisive gains. Antwerp defenses see renewed German pressure while Belgian forces hold. Russians push into eastern Germany and claim potential Berlin advances. Austria sees Russian success at the Carpathians. No major naval actions beyond a submarine sortie sinking three English cruisers with heavy casualties. The German fleet remains largely confined to the North Sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
France
England
Belgium
Antwerp
Berlin
Austria
Carpathians
North Sea
High Seas
Produce Sale by Parcels Post Seeks Local Farmers
J. F. Reese advertises farmers near rural routes to report surplus eggs and butter. He will arrange markets in Waco Fort Worth and Dallas and outlines Parcels Post rates five cents for the first pound and one cent for each additional pound plus C O D shipping when needed. Contact at the post office for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Fort Worth
Dallas
J. F. Reese
Comanche Stew Delights Adult Class At Local Social
Wesley Adult Bible Class members enjoyed a Comanche Stew near Prof Lane’s home last Tuesday night. Benton Stailey brewed the stew and it was proclaimed a howling success by all. Several games followed then an old time spelling bee kept the crowd engaged. The contest ended in a draw as the magic word Comanche Stew was announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley Adult Bible Class
Lane
Benton Stailey
Lojdoday
Governor's Son Marries in San Antonio
Rawlins M. Colquitt son of Governor Colquitt wed Miss Josephine Elizabeth Heard niece of Adjutant General Heard at St Pauls Episcopal Church San Antonio last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins M. Colquitt
Colquitt
Josephine Elizabeth Heard
Heard
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
San Antonio
Reward offered for lost pocket watch with Elgin case
Lost 18 size screw back devil nickel Elgin works pocket watch. Identifiable by H L Ardis, jeweler at Wm Reese Co., or return to J W Webb for a liberal reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin Works
H. L. Ardis
Wm. Reese Co
J. W. Webb
Marriage Licenses Issued in Local Court District
The Court House lists marriage licenses issued to M. O. Solley and Myrtie Kerley. Howard Hawkins and Grace Ford. L. Rankin and Lillie Pierce. J. W. Baxton and Pearl Welch. Charlie Hilliard and Fannie Newton. Births reported include a boy to Mr. and Mrs. L. Foreman near Gustine, a girl to John Lather near Gustine, and several other newborns in Gustine, Gustine area, Carleton, and Hasse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. O. Solley
Myrtie Kerley
Howard
Hawkins
Grace Ford
Ss. L. Rankin
Lillie Pierce
J. W. Baxton
Pearl Welch
Charlie Hilliard
Fannie Newton
Mrs. L
C. Foreman
Ciustine
John Lather
Gustine
Luther Wyche
O. D. Barnette
J. C. Perdue
Jesse Watson
Ed Taylor
Tom Bexton
Emmett Joones
Ab Humphries
University of Texas develops students through fitness program
The Texas University physical training department requires all male freshmen to fill a Personal History Blank and pass medical exams to tailor exercises. The program aims for broad health and discipline, not just athletic success, yet UT teams excel nationally with football undefeated, basketball and soccer champions, tennis champions, and a 23 game baseball win streak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University Station
University of Texas
Department of Physical Training
Amon
West Point
Southwest
Illinois
Missouri
University of Nebraska
Comanche Man Mr Roberson Died Wednesday Night
Mr Roberson of Comanche died Wednesday night and was laid to rest Thursday afternoon at Oakwood cemetery with a family funeral.
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Minta Wyatt
Willie Lee
Jewel Reeee
Tete Spo Ss. A Pas
Sallie Barton
May Rye Re
Lula Cotton
Comanche High
Gatesville High
Pew Newspapers
Terrill
Governor's Son
Marines
Stork
Texas University
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