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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1936
Page
1
County Agent N. E. Scudder describes a peanut recovery method to reduce losses after heavy rain. He urges shocking peanuts with a center stick to improve air drying, protect hay, and save crops, noting cost advantages and extension service endorsement.
The grand jury for the Fall Term of District Court opens Monday October 19 in De Leon. Two murder cases tied to the death of Hubert Huff are expected, along with a beer truck hijacking near Comanche. Seventeen others await action, with 26 cases carried over from last term.
Ginning totals show 175 bales in Comanche County by September 1. Local enterprises include Hall and Cochran forming a practice in Comanche, E A Hill buying a Shorthorn calf for 200 dollars, and bank deposits across Comanche National 92 107 81 First National 150 252 16. Texas entries include Kenneth Ory entering UT and Rector Cunningham returning from Tyler. News items cover Ford’s wealth and labor practices, Wilson re election stance, Do M Moore becoming Cotton Compress manager, plus a curious cat ranch idea and rat ranch plans near Dublin.
The Annual Sidney Community Fair will be held at that place on Saturday October 2 and 3. Much interest is being manifested and many entries are expected according to Superintendent J B Cooper. A large premium list has been arranged.
Comanche High School Indians resume football schedule with Coleman High School Bluecats at the newly lighted Coleman Park. Kickoff is 7 30 PM and a strong Coleman team is expected, with the Indians slightly favored.
Red Cross asks Comanche County residents to send aid to flood sufferers in San Angelo. Telegraph message from Red Cross Headquarters in St Louis furnished to Comanche Chairman E E Anthony. Anthony to receive contributions.
A list names college students who subscribed to the Chief weekly for nine months at 75 cents. Names include Eldeana Lane C I A Herbert Goodson Betty Krauss Virginia Walker R B Everidge Margaret Eanes James Wilkerson Maurice Hoffman Glenn McNatt with their respective schools.
Miss Virginia Walker, a University of Texas student, holds a part time position in the Recreation Department, combining campus life with work duties.
Emiland Fagan proprietor announces installation of a complete top and body repair department at Fa gan Chevrolet Company. R. V. Whatley of Fort Worth is in charge with over 15 years in the field. New equipment includes a metal spray gun and porto-power gear not previously used in Comanche.
Van Dyke School will open Monday with a nine o'clock program led by Principal McAnnally. Rev. William J Hazel will deliver the principal address as locals provide songs readings and piano solos. After the program the school will organize register pupils assign books and serve lunch on the grounds followed by grounds cleanup.
The Blanket Public School opened Monday morning to strong attendance and good outlook for the year. Supt. W. B. Jones said a move to the new building could occur in about three weeks, with plans underway for a formal opening. The faculty includes Superintendent W. B. Jones, I. R. Adams, Garret Slaughter, Miss Velma Lindsay, Mrs. Rose Monday, Roy Fisher, Miss Lydia Boeniche, Miss Lillian Durham, Mrs. W. E. Walker, Miss Willie Bryant, and Mrs. W. B. Jones.
The Daniel Baker Hill Billys set to open their home schedule tonight at the new Brownwood High School Stadium against Weatherford College. Weatherford brings a 56-man squad and aims for Junior College honors as a competitive clash looms.
Vice President John N. Garner returns to Washington to aid Roosevelt re election efforts. Garner claims Democratic Party faces unfounded accusations but defends constitutional liberty and states rights as core Democratic principles and predicts Democratic victory on November 3. He contrasts with 1932 past days.
County Agent N. E. Scudder announced plans for a Comanche Horse and Mule Show with dates to be set later. He urged farmer breeder participation after addressing the Comanche Chamber of Commerce, citing past success in San Saba and noting Stephenville hosting events today and tomorrow.
Comanche High School opened its season at Brownwood, losing 18 to 6, despite more first downs. Thomason scored twice for Brownwood, while Comanche fumbles cost potential touchdowns. The Indians showed late in the game with aerial plays and a 21 yard pass, but weathered the Lions’ early lead.
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