District Court Opens As Grand Jury Deliberates
The October term of district court opened with Judge Joe Eidson charging the grand jury. Foreman W D Starkie and 11 other jurors were named. Of 44 cases on the appearance docket, 13 had dispositions including several dismissals and granted divorces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Eidson
W. D. Starkie
J. F. Palmer
J. O. Ham
J. W. Rollins
R. E. Daniel
J. A. Jones
R. W. Fielder
W. E. Jenkins
D. Henson
D. A. Brown
J. ©. Williams
W. H. Young
M. E. Houser
Air
Carrie Childress
Homer Rosse
J. T. Regan
Funeral Services For M M Huff Held Saturday
M M Huff died at his home five miles south of town on Wednesday October 14 at age 76. Born in Lawrenceville Georgia in 1849 he moved to Alabama in 1867 married Tabitha Bulman in 1869 and came to Texas in 1879. He lived in Comanche county forty years and was known as a progressive farmer with strong community regard. Survived by wife three sons and two daughters and was a Baptist, funeral held October 17 at Oakwood cemetery with I O O F Lodge interment and pallbearers Wes Harkins Mike Tipps D L Gore Jim Nabers Arthur Payne Tom Edwards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Huff
Lawrenceville
Georgia
Alabama
Tabitha Bulman
Texas
Comanche County
R. H. Denny
Anadarko
Oklahoma
Camp
Sidney
J. H
W. T. Huff
Comanche
George Huff
N. Y. City
Baptist Church
Newburg
J. ©. Boyd
Oak
Local poster plant owner attends national advertising convention
Mrs. M. A. McCrary travels to Kansas City for the 35th annual convention of the Poster Advertising Association. The gathering will draw artists, manufacturers, ad men, and lithographers from across the United States and Canada. Discussions focus on outdoor advertising advancement, civic promotion, and cooperative efforts with newspapers and posters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. McCrary
Kansas City
Poster Advertising Association
United States
Canada
Fruit Committee Makes Report on Commercial Industry
Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce committees study establishing a fruit industry in the community. They propose planting 1000 acres and specify fruit allocations and varieties, nursery stock sources, and pricing. Banks may assist with orders and loans. Munson Co. and Southland to supply stock. orders urged immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lions Club
Chamber of Commerce
Carmen
W. R. Munson Co
Sherman
Southern Nursery Co
Tyler
Munson
Southland
Fire and Our Business Rebuilding After Major Loss
C P St Clair recounts Higginbotham Bros Co reconstruction after a devastating fire. He notes relocation to the Neely building on the square in Comanche Texas, new fixtures, insurance settlements, and a pledge to push forward with renewed stock and hopes for Comanche County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Higginbotham
Rowland
Neely
Hierinbotham Bros. Co
Comanche
Texas
R. W. Higginbotham
T. J. Williams
C. P. St. Clair
D. C. Clarke
J. L. Cox
Ture
House of Higginbotham
Comanche County
Fine exhibits and big crowd at Comyn fair
R Q Lee of Cisco spoke as president of the West Texas Chamber of Commerce at the Comyn community fair held last Tuesday. A crowd between 500 and 1000 attended. County Judge R A Luker and County Supt H L Gantz gave talks. Poultry judged by H J R Gille of Comanche and livestock by County Agent Barton with Buckingham of Dublin assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Q. Lee
Cisco
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Comyn
Lee
R.A. Luker
H. L. Gantz
H. J. R. Gille
Comanche
Barton
Buckingham
Dublin
Revival progress at Comanche Baptist Church noted
The meeting proceeds well with improving attendance after bad weather. Dr. Lyon delivers fine sermons and cooperation among local churches grows. Rev Wilkinson of the Presbyterian church preached last Sunday, and the revival will continue through next week with emphasis on church member attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baptist Church
Lyon
Comanche
Dr. Lyon
Wilkinson
Presbyterian Church
First Baptist Church
Comanche Ships 8447 Bales of Cotton This Season
A total of 8 447 bales of cotton had been shipped from Comanche this season over the Frisco and Cotton Belt up to yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comanche
Frisco
Corsicana Grader Demonstration at Hicks Corner Farm
The Corsicana Grader will be shown terracing at the farm of W. G. Herring near Hicks Corner schoolhouse on Saturday October 24 at 9 30 in the morning. B Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Herring
Hicks Corner
B. Johnson
Note of Thanks from the Kearney Family
Mr and Mrs W B Kearney and family express gratitude for the help and kindness shown during illness.
Tidmore Visits From Talpa In Coleman County
H. M. Tidmore, formerly of this county and now residing in Talpa, Coleman County, made a business visit here earlier this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Tidmore
Talpa
Coleman County
Rowland Announces Big Sale At New Location This Week
W H Rowland is moving to a new site this week and promotes another large sale. The notice urges readers to visit the new location for bargains and fresh stock during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Rowland
Terracing Demonstration Slated Near Hicks Corner School
County Agent J A Barton announces a terracing demonstration Tuesday morning Oct 27 at 9 30 on W G Herrings farm near Hicks Corner school house. The Corsicana Grader will be used. visitors may see running lines and terraces. nearby at Mr Wagner’s farm adjacent to Herring there is terracing from a year ago for inspection by visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Barton
W. G. Herring
Hicks Corner
B Y P U Epworth League Hold Joint Meeting in Comanche
The Senior B Y P U and Epworth League will meet Sunday October 25 at the Baptist church in Comanche. A special musical program is planned and all local young people are urged to attend at 6 15 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Y. P. U.-Epworth League
Epworth League
Baptist Church
Comanche
Lions Committees Named to Install Comanche Pastor
Presbytery of Brownwood appoints a committee to install Wilkin son as pastor at Comanche Presbyterian Church. The panel includes Dr. Chandler Daniel Baker College president, James White Brownwood Bulletin editor, and W. P. Logan Austin Mill and Grain Co. manager. White and Logan are Brownwood elders. Virginia Hardy of Daniel Baker College will sing. Service may be postponed for muddy roads. preaching will proceed if possible. Brownwood visitors expected. public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbytery
Brownwood
Presbyterian Church
Wilkinson
Comanche Presbyterian Church
Chandler
Daniel Baker College
James White
Brownwood Bulletin
W. P. Logan
Austin Mill and Grain Co
White
Logan
Presbyterian Church of
Virginia Hardy
Voice
San Saba
Daniel Baker
Comanche
Presbyterian Church Notes Highlight Visitor and Lions Club Involvement
The note highlights upcoming installation of Mr. Wilkinson as pastor, attendance and Sunday school growth, and the Lions Club of Comanche appointing school committees to support education. Committees are named with chairpersons and assigned schools, including Brysonville Mountain Valley Mercer Creek and others, to maintain high educational efficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lions Club
Lions Gub
D. K. Doyle
Brysonville
Mountain Valley
Mercer Creek
Newburg
Moontan
L. F. Elkins
J. R. Barry
Jack Cauley
J. H.wilhelm
Mountain View
J. P. Hoff
J. H. Kemp
G. S. Emert
Jake Evans
Energy
Swan Hill
Fleming and
Shiloh
J. R. Eanes
Jerome P. Kearby
W. H. Rowland
N. N. Durham
J. B. Moody
J. D. Slack Hasse
Vandyke and Downing
R. A. Luker
S. C. Findley
J. A. Barton
W. G. Barrett
Sidney
Bibb and Elm Grove
Rev. J. C. Boyd
O. O. Brightman
Geo. E. Smith
J. D. Waring, Jr
Mrs James W Clarke Weekend Visit With Husband
Mrs James W Clarke spent the weekend visiting with her husband in Waco. The brief social note records their time away from home and the location of the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Clarke
Waco
O M Simmons Returns to Comanche Dry Goods Store
The many friends of O M Simmons are glad to see him back in Comanche in a dry goods store where his appearance is familiar. Simmons began work with the Adams Mercantile Company two weeks ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M. Simmons
Comanche
Mr. Simmons
Adams Mercantile Company
Card of Thanks from Huff Family
The Huff family expresses gratitude to friends for kind words and assistance after the passing of husband and father. Mrs. M. M. Huff and children thank all for condo lence and support during their sorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Huff
Meat Selection at Renfro's Market
Renfro's Market offers a wide range of meat cuts and prepared protein options. Shoppers can choose from beef pork and poultry with daily specials and bulk pricing. Fresh weekly arrivals and deli counters provide quick meal solutions.
County Agent Seeks Comanche Maize and Kaffir for Chicago Show
County Agent J A Barton plans to send maize and kaffir corn samples from Comanche County to a Chicago show in November. A recent feed crops display convinced Barton and others that Comanche County could make a creditable exhibit. Citizens may bring ten heads of maize or kaffir to Barton or the Chief office for forwarding, with Barton ensuring proper wrapping and shipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. A. Barton
Comanche County
Comanche Chief
Barton
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D. Howard
Findley
Cash Store
Vernor Hall
J. E. Collie
D. J. Pinson
A. E. Morrison
D. A. Rice
A. M. Rice
H. R. Pittman
Lee Pittman
W. C. Streety
S. E. Ferguson
Mertie J. O’brien
Frank
O’brien
B. R. McPhail
C. L. McPhail
J. L. Northcutt
Maurice Franklin
Exparte Alice Wallis
M- M. Huff
Fruit Committee
Comyn Fair
Baptist Church News Notes
J. C. Boyd
W. B. Kearney
Noel P. Wilkinson
Presbyterian Church Notes
Comanche Lions Club
H. L.gantz
Lions Club of
Ermory
the Lions
Renfro’s
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