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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1919
Page
2
The editorial weighs the double primary system used last election in Comanche county. It notes mixed views and urges early pledges from executive committee members to decide whether to retain or drop the two-race format for future elections.
The text argues that enduring principles of government trump calls for new rules. It emphasizes trial by jury, protection against unlawful searches, due process, representation, and free speech as vital constitutions of state and national government that no one should deny.
The passage contemplates how ancient commandments like Thou shalt not steal and Thou shalt honor the Lord could become outdated. It frames a scenario where government departs from core principles and the greatest state descends into Bolshevism, prompting reflection on political and moral decay.
The Brownwood Bulletin notes labor groups spend money on publicity across Blanton’s district to ensure his defeat. It questions local supporters who aid these organized forces and urge Comanche County residents to doubt their sincerity.
The piece argues voters shape the state and nation by their contributions and decisions. It recalls founders who built a government managed by people through representatives and funded by citizen input. It urges readers to demand better government by improving their voting, taxation, and participation.
An officer excuses law enforcement by claiming no complaint was filed. The author condemns this stance as a betrayal of representative government and urges officers to act on violations regardless of citizen complaints.
A reader labeled Mr. Jones suggests combining county and district attorney duties in Comanche County. The proposal would raise the county attorney’s salary to attract strong lawyers and reduce taxpayer costs by eliminating the district attorney role. It notes overlap in duties and hints at a possible method to implement the change.
The parson condemns widespread lawlessness in recent weeks citing incidents in Omaha Ardmore Arkansas and Boston. He calls the behavior inexcusable and worries it signals troubling times for the country.
The author condemns mob justice and defends constitutional due process. He argues that race should not justify lynching and asserts a fair trial for the accused, noting the Ardmore incident as disgraceful and calling out officials and newspapers for supporting lawlessness. The piece challenges extrajudicial punishment and defends legal procedure.
The Parson in Brownwood Bulletin recounts a Texas incident where Senator Reed faced eggs from supporters of opponents. Governors of Texas and Missouri defend the violence as justified, while Oklahoma’s governor says Reed got what he deserved. The mayor of Omaha is noted as injured for his duty.
The Bulletin received approval similar to several other daily papers, signaling broad endorsement and alignment with prevailing editorial standards across the press ecosystem.
A speaker warns of massive strikes and looming violence and urges absolute supremacy of the law. Any condoner of law breach is labeled a traitor to the nation and to public safety.
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a harmless cure to bilious symptoms and sluggish bowels. It claims the product cleanses the liver without calomel and guarantees relief, urging customers to try a spoonful tonight and compare with calomel.
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