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Christmas in 1874 Comanche Recalled by J W Hill
The Comanche Chief recounts Christmas 1874 with firecrackers, a decorated tree, gifts from Lone Wolf, a festive ball at Fossett’s hall, and a city wide “stand treats” campaign led by local women. The piece, dated 1897, recalls pioneer life, railroads, and early town fun in Comanche Texas.
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G. A. Beeman
Joe W. Hill
Hill
San Antonio
Armstrong
Bill Carroll
Lone Wolf
Fossett
John Carnes
Comanche
John
Fossett’s
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J. W. Hill
Texas