Notice of Sheriff’s Sale in Comanche County Texas
Sheriff Jack Cunningham issues a notice of sale under an Eastland county court order dated September 9 1913. The property in Comanche city on Wright addition block 55 measures 150 by 160 feet and is tied to the W T House judgment for 2006 23 with 50 credit and costs. Sale set for the first Tuesday in October 1913 before the Comanche courthouse door by cash.
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State of Texas
Comanche
District Court
Eastland County
John H. Sweatt
W. T. House
Court House
Comanche County
Texas
Wright
R. T. Haile
A. D
Jack Cunningham
J. E. Miller
City Building Notes From the Texas Commercial Executives
L M Ward president of the Texas Commercial Executives Association surveys city development and street conditions, urging united citizenship and public spirit. He argues progress relies on constructive effort and mutual aid to improve sanitation, business, and urban appearance.
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L. M. Ward
Texas Commercial Executives’ Association
Epworth League Program for September 14
The Epworth League gathers Sunday at 7:00 p.m. with the topic Using God's Gifts. Leader Ruby Granger reads Maurie King approval. Discussion participants include Thos Nabers Merton Sullivan and Rev. C L Cartwright.
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Epworth League
God
Ruby Granger
Maurie King
Thos, Nabers
Merton Sullivan
C. L. Cartwright
Parcel post rule boosts shipments and prices rise nationwide
The new parcel post rule raises weight limits to twenty pounds and consolidates zones, expanding four low-cost rates within about 150 miles of any post office. Cities show a surge in mail, prompting clerk mobilization, as department stores shift suburban deliveries to mail. Texas gas production in 1912 totals 7.47 billion cu ft worth 1.405 million dollars, with domestic use dominating.
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Parcel Post
Parcel Post Department
Business College Closed by Comanche College Manager
Mr. Philip Hill, two years general manager, closes Comanche Business College at this place and may relocate soon. During its operation many young men and women gained opportunities and now hold trusted positions in this state and beyond. Mr. and Mrs. Hill leave behind friends who regret their departure.
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Philip Hill
Comanche Business College
Street Lighting Effort Seeks County Share in Comanche
A Chamber of Commerce committee asked the Comanche commissioners for an appropriation to light streets. Thirty six lights would cost about 100 dollars monthly with the county covering one fourth. The city pays most county taxes and seeks pro rata support, though officials may not grant it. commissioners aim for fairness.
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Comanche
Chamber of Commerce
Commissioners’ Court
Secretary of Brownwood Commercial Club Resigns
Brownwood Texas September 8 D F Johnson longtime secretary of the Brownwood Commercial club resigns to enter the produce business He has purchased the Harkrider Produce Company at Brownwood and Brady A successor will be appointed tomorrow night
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Brownwood
Texas
D. F. Johnson
Brownwood Commercial Club
Johnson
Harkrider Produce Company
Ait Brownwood and Brady
Fort Worth Banker Surrenders on Federal Charge
M. L. Woods longtime vice president of the State National Bank Fort Worth surrendered to the U S District Attorney on a charge of a 130000 dollar default. He posted a 15000 dollar bond to secure his release pending trial.
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Fort Worth
M. L. Woods
State National Bank
United States District Attorney
J. E. Edwards
Sidney
Barn Fire Destroys Billie Stewart Farm Buildings
At about 9 o clock Sunday night September 7 a large barn on Billie Stewart's farm three miles east of town burned to the ground with hay bales feed and farm implements inside. Three horses were saved thanks to Knowlton Taylor who spotted the blaze while Stewart and family were at Indian Creek church. Loss estimated at around 3000 dollars with partial insurance. origin of fire unknown.
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Billie Stewart
Knowlton Taylor
Stewar
Stewart
Indian Creek
Week Rain Boosts Comanche County Areas
Heavy showers swept parts of Comanche county this week aiding stock water and dust control. A Tuesday rain drenched Hazeldell Wilson and Edna Hill with streams rising, followed by another rainfall north and west of town on Wednesday.
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Comanche County
Hazeldell, Wilson
Edna Hill
Gold Filled Spectacles Promise Ten Year Guarantee
Golden frames are made by layering pure gold over a hard metal core under high pressure. The resulting eyewear is durable and advertised as offering a ten year guarantee.
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Wooltex
The
Comanche Mercantile Co
City Building Notes
Stetson
Brin
B. Hill
United States Geological Survey
Business College
Fletcher
R. W. H. Hamilton
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