10 Oct 1952
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1952
Page
1
A local Humble Oil figure notes rising gasoline prices and quality, while a service network expands with new locations in Comanche and nearby towns. Advertising highlights car painting, winterization services, radiator work, and Prestone offerings. Community notices mention local stores, apparel, and school connections.
Comanche County Agent Frey urges farmers to inspect properties for fire hazards during Fire Prevention Week. He notes 90 percent of fires stem from bad storage of fuels, faulty wiring, worn cords, defective appliances, and improper chimneys. Emphasizing prevention, he advocates ready firefighting gear, reliable water supply, and community action to bolster rural readiness and tie into safety programs.
Funeral rites were held at Comanche Funeral Home for Wiley Moughan Reeves 51 who died September 29 in New Orleans of a heart attack. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery with Rev. Raymond M. Burton and Rev. J. D. Smoot officiating. Survivors include his mother Mrs Effie Reeves a son Stewart Moughan Reeves of Vallejo CA and a daughter Mrs R C White of Dallas.
Mrs Albert Brannan fell ill about ten days ago and was diagnosed with polio at a Abilene hospital last Friday. She had prior treatment in Brownwood and by a local physician and was believed cured before reaching the Abilene facility. Her father County Judge R E Seay said she is progressing satisfactorily and may return home sooner than planned.
Dr E E Blackwood owns a 1952 Ford Ranch Wagon. R P Ward registers a 1952 Buick four door sedan. Clifton N Thomas buys a 1952 Chevrolet truck. Mrs Ronald J Hart registers a 1952 International truck.
A shake up in Comanche Leon and Gustine law enforcement took effect this week. Wid Spivey, former De Leon chief of police, is replaced by Ray mond Patton of Beattie as De Leon chief. O P McAdams returns to Comanche as deputy sheriff. Bryan Rinehart moves to De Leon night patrol, with Gustine awaiting a replacement.
One of the earliest frosts on record hit Comanche County Monday and Tuesday nights killing some vegetation and crops. County Agent Wayde Frey estimates about ten percent of peanuts were killed. Watermelons and sweet potatoes were also damaged. cotton largely escaped, possibly helped by the cold.
A Stephenson Resuscitator was purchased for the local Fire Department with donations from friends. Fire Chief Bob Graham and the firemen thank supporters and invite the public to an open house to see the device demonstrated. It aims to prevent asphyxial deaths from smoke, drowning, gas poisoning, and other accidents, by extending its reach to hard to access victims.
Delegates from 55 garden clubs in district 5 gather at the First Baptist Church Belton for the semi annual meeting. Sessions start 9 30 in the morning and 2 00 in the afternoon with dinner at noon served by the VF W Auxiliary. Comanche attendees include Mrs Spurgeon Braziel president and other local members.
Mrs. Jim Sheldon of Grapevine formerly Drucilla Cochran of Comanche was stricken with a serious polio case last week and is receiving treatment in Fort Worth. Her condition is said to be improving though prognosis is uncertain. She is the daughter of the late Dr and Mrs I M Cochran. Mrs Cochran now resides in Fort Worth.
The grand jury recessed after a three day session returning six indictments, all felonies. Non jury civil cases will be heard next week and a jury will not be used until Monday October 20.
The Quarterly W M U of the Comanche Baptist Association will meet at State Creek Church on Wednesday October 15 at 10 00 a m. The program and business session occur in the morning with installation of officers after lunch. Attendance of all officers and committee chairmen is requested.
The Gartmans View Free Will Baptist Church announces a religious program to be held Sunday night November 12. Prother Norman Ferguson of Weatherford will deliver a short message titled Sermon in Stock and Dr Bob Jones film You Cant Win will be shown. Public welcome and urged to attend.
The Comanche High School Junior football team shut out Stephenville Junior Jackets 26-0 in the opening 1952 tilt. Coach Dale Biggs led the squad with assistant Donald Spivey as they built a 13-0 halftime lead and dominated the visitors. Next game is Tuesday night October 14 against Ranger.
Marriage licenses issued include Ivan Newton Ross and Edna Earle Allsup and Doyle Lee Chambers and Fannie Marie Stroud. Court records show several divorces granted, guilty pleas for driving while intoxicated and theft, and administrators appointed for estates. Obituaries note Ira Grigsby and William Greer with burial details. Local football preview features Comanche Indians versus San Saba Armadillos with lineups and kickoff set for Friday.
West Ward PTA hosts a special meeting Thursday October 16 in the West Ward Lunchroom with the Board of Education and fathers as guests. Dan Martin leads the program featuring a negro minstrel and impersonations, followed by classroom open houses and refreshments. A large attendance is urged.
The Howard Payne College Mission Band will present a program at the local First Baptist Church next Wednesday night during the prayer meeting hour.
Mayor Roy W Brannan proclaims October 12 18 as Comanche Oil Progress Week to highlight oil industry contributions. Joe H Tuovin Humble dealer chairs the Oil Industry Information Committee, with a special industry trailer shown at the Comanche Theatres and talks planned with the Lions Club on October 24.
Coach Herman Moore praises his team after a tough game that saw the Braves defeat the B Jackets 25 0 with key runs by Brow and a 25 yard gallop. The B Jackets threatened late but failed to convert on several drives as Stephenville defense held.
Joe Barnes son of Mrs. J2 ss Barnes of Comyn has been officially listed as killed in action by the Department of Defense. He died in the battle for Old Baldy after five days in combat, arriving in Korea in June after training in Hawaii. A Comyn High School graduate and Tarleton State College attendee, he is survived by his mother and twelve siblings.
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