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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1965
Page
1
The Comanche chapter selects a group for the 1965 66 season. The process involves potential members and aims to build a team aligned with chapter goals. Details on names or exact selections are not provided in the fragment.
Fragmentary text hints at a nominating process involving Ginger Seay and Mrs. Gene with references to a girl chosen for a Tex- Pils FFA junior area. Names such as Mollie and Ouston Robert appear in unclear context as part of the selection discussion.
Fragmentary text lists sheriff, deputy, and individuals with likely local notices. Mentions Pharr and San Antonio style references. No clear events or outcomes emerge from the unreadable lines.
A Community Action Program meeting is scheduled for 7 30 p m Monday Oct 18 in the Comanche County District Courtroom Superintendent Elza Brinson announced Bob Allen of Austin will explain the program and its requirements Allen coordinates the Economic Opportunity Act and is tied to Governor Connally s office Four counties Hamilton Bosque Lampasas are invited to join The program will provide technical and financial aid for rural poverty relief with up to 90 percent federal funding in the first two years Local groups may cover the remainder in cash or in kind A preliminary meeting with all four counties was held Oct 12 to form an executive committee to study poverty areas in the counties and a county committee will be chosen Monday night to study Comanche County gaps The note invites presidents of clubs civic groups school officials and other interested persons to attend or send representatives.
Dr. C. C. Klingman will be guest speaker on Layman's Sunday October 17 at the Central Christian Church in Comanche. He is known in town for his ministry wit and has ties to the Boy Scouts.
At age 60 widows can start receiving Social Security payments based on their husbands' earnings records. The rule expands survivor benefits and affects longtime residents seeking retirement aid and financial stability.
Comanche United Fund workers finalize plans for the Tuesday, November 2 drive. Approved participants include Boy Scouts, Comanche Public Library, American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Commercial Jr. Lamb Program and the Jr. Livestock Assoc. Salvation Army requests 1500 dollars with allocations for local use state and disaster relief. Local Salvation Army officers and past year details are listed, urging community support and one days pay from workers or 100 percent business backing.
Comanche High School B team led by Coach Orland Aldridge travels to Hico to face the Tigers in a homecoming game set for 8 p.m. Both teams sit at 4-2. The Tigers, coached by former Comanchean Robert Lee and led by Leslie Royal and Gary White, are noted as fast and tricky. Probable Braves starters include Billy Williams and Rex Plumlee with a lineup featuring several freshmen and sophomores on both sides of the ball.
Rev J D Smoot longtime Central Texas Methodist minister turns 90 this week and will preach at 11 a.m. Sunday at First Methodist Church while Dr C C Klingman preaches at Central Christian Church in Comanche.
Jack Moore, president, announces the election of Loel Dene Cox to the Board of Directors of the Comanche National Bank. Cox, longtime Moorman Manufacturing executive and current state sales manager, owns farms in White Point and Stag Creek. He is a Comanche County native, Tarleton and Texas A&M graduate, WWII Navy veteran, and survivor of the USS Indianapolis sinking. The Cox family resides at 203 Williams Drive, Comanche.
Comanche travels to Indian Memorial stadium for a 7 30 kickoff in a district opener against Hamilton Bulldogs. Both teams show 1 5, Hamilton a three touchdown favorite after a tough schedule, Comanche seeks to rebound from losses and a key toe injury to starter Jim Bob Basham.
A chicken barbecue fundraiser will be held Sunday October 17 from 1:30 to 3:30 at Sacred Heart Church by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine. Proceeds buy books and equipment for parish religious classes. Dine in the hall or take plates to go. adults $1, children 50 cents.
CHS appointed athletic director Joe Crouch whose one year coaching teaching contract was renewed through 1966 by the school board Monday. Officials praised the move as support for Crouch and his work. The Crouches reside in Petsick addition and participate in Comanche affairs. Mrs. Crouch leads Camp Fire groups while Joe directs youth activities.
Mrs Emma Harris Holiday of McAllen is visiting Comanche and staying with Mrs W A Robinson during her trip. The brief note highlights a social visit between local residents and the two households involved.
Mr and Mrs Elton McCullough depart Wednesday for a 10 day elk hunting expedition in Colorado. They travel with J S Brewers of Brownwood and Ben Spears of Bryan, seeking wildlife and adventure.
A 195 Comanche Pass Punt and Kick contest kicks off at 9 30 am Saturday at Indian Memorial Stadium with 8 to 13 year olds. Prizes include Dallas Cowboys gear and trophies. awards to be given Oct 28 at halftime of the Comanche De Leon Jr High game.
Mrs. Nannie Little, long-time Comanche resident and Methodist Church member, has been moved from a Stephenville hospital to Twi- Light Nursing Home in Stephen ville.
F W McConnell formerly of Joshua purchases the Thrift-Tee Food Mart from Kenneth Gober and becomes manager. The store joins Affiliated Food Stores of Dallas and will feature Share Fine Brands. No staff changes are planned. grand opening to be announced later.
A special called meeting of the Comanche Public Library is set for Wednesday Oct 27 at 7 30 p m at the library. The meeting will finalize steps to become a free public library.
Singing at Sand Hill Friday night invites everyone to join the regular singing session.
Comanche Volunteer Firemen staged a Monday night demonstration as part of National Fire Prevention Week for Comanche Elementary and Junior High pupils. The event at the east side of the school off East Highland Ave featured a burning building a car and an oil pit with firefighting displays for the public.
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