21 Sep 1957
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1957
Page
1
The notice outlines route adjustments and carrier assignments across rural mail lines including Route 1 and Route 2. Changes affect primary carriers such as Cauley and Marshall, with routes 2 64 357 65 70 mentioned and distances noted in miles.
A fragmented page shows CLAY G MATERIAL CO and ARMSTRONG linoleum promotions, free figurines with coupons, and various store notices. Mentions include HIGGINBOTHAM S and WHITE FOOD, with ad copy about cooking aids and seasonal bargains. The chaotic text references products, discounts, and a public sale.
A Sunday night fire at Shankle Grocery & Market, 210 North Austin, Comanche, caused estimated losses of about 11000 to stock and fixtures and 3500 to the building owned by M. I. Nevitt. The brick 43 by 110 foot structure, erected in 1945, housed Shankle’s north half and Durham Dry Cleaners’ south half, with investigators unclear on the blaze origin. Firefighters confined the rear of the building, with minimal water damage and uncertain future plans for Shankle’s business depending on collections.
Bert Hopper of Priddy delivered the season’s first bale in Comanche at Rauhut’s Gin. The 537 pound premium bale sold for 30 cents per pound with 58 dollars per ton for seed, totaling 128 28 for the bale. Hopper received 226 55 for his cotton. The Comanche Chamber of Commerce added 25 with Rauhut’s Gin donating the ginning charge. Farmers anticipate more gins as modern highways bring trade from nearby counties. Hopper expects eight bales from 22 acres after ginning a second bale Tuesday.
The Sidney Eagles seek their first win of the 1957 season after a 32 24 loss to the Brookesmith Mustangs. They host Jonesboro Thursday night September 19 at eight at Sid Sooke with coach J W Massingale aiming for a home success and a strong crowd.
The Comanche County Dairy Association plans its annual barbecue at Lakes Eanes Park on Tuesday September 24 1957 with serving at 8 00 p m Dairymen may bring families and guests for 1 per plate Dues for 1957 58 are 3 per year The group elected officers September 17 1957 for the new year with C B Williams Jr president Albert Miller vice president and Richard C Armstrong secretary treasurer Also notes Cen West Texas Milk Producers Association ties and local leadership changes Charles Ligon enrolled as an engineering student at the University of Houston.
The Comanche Indians travel to Cisco for a Friday night grid renewal with the Loboes kickoff at eight. Coach Scoggins warns of injuries and errors as they seek their first win after losses to McCamey and Stephenville while Cisco aims to rebound from a loss to Brady led by quarterback Randall Hess and a 200 yard rushing performance. News of local injury updates and Geneva Newman's heart attack adds to a tense pregame scene.
Dudley Bros with Gail, Tom, and Eltos promote carload purchases for hotpoint lines. They announce in stock ranges automatic washers home freezers refrigerators and air conditioners as price competitive options for shoppers.
Plans are set for the Comanche Chamber of Commerce Membership Banquet at Me’s Cafeteria on Tuesday night October 1 with R H Breckenridge Texas Power and Light Company Dallas speaker on making towns attractive for industry.
A Sunday singing will be held at Bethel Baptist Church six miles west of De Leon on September 22 from 2 to 4 PM. Everyone is invited to attend. Ledger sheets available through The Chief.
Mrs. Lucille Ellis, an Comanche insurancewoman, was appointed tax assessor-collector for the Comanche Independent School District by the school board at its last meeting. Taxes due October 1 will be collected in the new tax office at 105 South Houston, with about 72,000 dollars on the roll and a rate of 1.50 per 100 evaluation.
Marvin Brooks, a Comanche cement contractor, lost his little finger on his left hand Wednesday when it was caught in a saw. He is receiving treatment at the local hospital.
Superintendent Joe Harper reports the Comanche school renovation is progressing. The high school south wall is being torn down and rebuilt to ensure safety. heating equipment is installed and science and auditorium upgrades are slated for installation within about sixty days. A new vocational agriculture building is planned under a $160,000 bond approved by voters. Bids will be sought for the construction work.
Higginbothams Furniture in Comanche earns a second straight Armstrong Cork Company top 25 Quaker Club award for exceptional six month purchases of Quaker floor coverings. Harold Rambo oversees Higginbothams floor covering operation and accepts the recognition.
Gustine Tigers, unbeaten in two 1957 football games, aim for a third straight win when they travel to Iredell to meet the Bosque County six-man squad. They opened with a 24-6 victory over Brooke Smith Mustangs and followed with a 58-20 win against Turnersville.
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