Charles E. Hughes Emerges as Notable Public Figure
The text notes Charles E. Hughes as a capable man whose abilities were recognized, culminating in his decision to run for public office.
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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
2
Benton Stailey Seeks Oliver Typewriter Buyers in Town News
Benton Stailey states one typewriter is rented and he recently advertised for an Oliver typewriter to use. He has received many letters and calls from this town and others and invites buyers to phone him with offers ample to fill a trainload. Chief Exponent ad efforts appear to be working.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benton Stailey
Benton
Oliver
Hughes Forms Public Efficiency Platform
Charles E. Hughes presents a platform centered on public efficiency. He claims widespread public demand for reduced waste and greater government effectiveness, arguing the theme is unassailable and resonates with voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Hughes
Hughes
Boosting want ads as cheap service for subscribers
The notice argues that boosting want ads offers value, claims readers get results from ads, and highlights opticians and merchants as sources of distinct truths readers can learn from in every advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opticians
Classified ads shine in The Chief Exponent for Lometa farmer
R. L. Roberts of Lometa visited the office and found many letters in reply to his farm advertisement. He was surprised by the results, and the note adds that classified ads in The Chief Exponent pay, suggesting similar returns for readers' listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. L. Roberts
Lometa
Mr. Roberts
Publicity Dominates Nugent Durham Campaign Narrative
Tax Collector elect Nugent Durham says publicity is a powerful tool and notes local reaction after a Galveston storm incident. The De Leon Free Press and The Chief Exponent are cited as widely reaching county residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nugent Durham
Nugent
Galveston
DeLeon Free Press
Durham
de- Leon Free Press
Disruptive Youths Dampen Local Style Show
A theatergoer reports a revolting scene as ill mannered boys in a store window disrupted a style show with yelling and coarse language. The writer condemns the behavior, links it to public gatherings, and questions whether the conduct is due to upbringing or mere wildness.
Where Would We Be by Howard Elliott
A call to work ethic in American history urging citizens to value full effort. The piece argues eight hour limits weaken national progress and warns of dangers to domestic and global strength if the spirit of labor declines. It references ships, rails, armies, and nations as reasons to give maximum effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Leslie’s
Engagement Off Local Minister Rumor
A Liverpool Post fragment reports Laura’s engagement to a young minister is off. The source notes his jealousy and unfair behavior, claiming he prayed for rain whenever she planned motoring with another man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura
Immune She and He Discuss Kiss Safety
Immune She asks if kissing could spread any illness and He replies that no girl has ever caught anything from him, implying kissing is safe.
She Questions John About Car Fix Under Sun
She complains about the heat and discomfort while asking John if he has fixed the car. John replies from under the vehicle with a defiant remark questioning the hurry.
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John
A Contented Guest and a Curious Morning Scene
A Scottish minister discovers a parishioner lying in a ditch and asks him where he has been the night. The man replies he is unsure whether it was a wedding or a funeral, noting it was an extraordinary incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew
Save a Doctor's Bill Keep Diarrhoea Cordial Handy
An old advertisement promotes Mississippi Diarrhoea Cordial as a stomach remedy priced at 25¢ and 50¢. It emphasizes personal health self reliance and cautions against unnecessary medical fees. The notice reads like a patent medicine pitch common in period newspapers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
Bible pupil turns to baseball reports at parish cottage
A clergyman who taught an elderly parishioner to read finds him literate but notes the man shifted from Bible study to sporting papers long ago. When visiting the cottage he asks about John, only to learn the man reads sports sections now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Liver correctant Herbine advertised for skin blemishes
An advertisement touts Herbine as a liver correctant to remove yellow complexion pimples and disfiguring blemishes. It claims to purify the system stimulate vital organs and improve health. Sold by A. P. Smith for 50e.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Smith
Rally Day Ahead at Central Christian Church
At Central Christian Church last Sunday was lively with many new faces and strong enthusiasm for next Sunday's Rally Day. Members pledge to bring two or more guests and attend both Bible school and preaching service. Pastor Samuel H. Austin invites all to join for a church social after the morning services with the sermon titled A Bible School Vision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Christian Church
Bible School
Samuel H. Austin
Hair Dressing Ad Promises Youthful Look With Creole Product
An old advertisement touts La Creole Hair Dressing claiming it makes you look ten years younger by darkening gray hair. It also mentions bargain deals on White Sewing machines and a She Singer model via H T Pace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. T. Pace
She Singer Man
Jury List of Second Week Members Names
A lengthy roster lists numerous jurors for the second week including R Ef Huling A H Nobles Jno D Waring N A Hensley John Smith John Eanes B J Pittman and many others. The page shows both jurors and local official names such as L A Gleaton R G Slaughter and Edd Boswell among the potential petit jurors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Ef. Huling
A. H. Nobles
Jno
D. Waring
N. A. Hensley
John Smith
John Eanes
B. J. Pittman
L. Greenwaldt
M. Coleman
Floyd Luker
J. C. Hooker
C. B. Guyger
Jeff Morgan
Geo. C. Me
Kinzie
Mose Scott
J. H. Beaty
Petit Jury
Quinine Tonic Laxative Promoted by E W Grove Signature
An ad touts SAY 4- TIVE BROMO QUININE as superior to ordinary quinine for tonic and laxative relief without nervousness or head ringing. It urges readers to look for the full name and the signature of E. W. GROVE with a 25 cent price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
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Exponent
the Comanche Publishing CO
Comanche
Texas
H. Carpenter
J. R. Eanes
W. H. Carpenter
Rec
Treas
Geo. Sullivan
Geo. L. Sullivan
G. A. Cunningham
E. W. Harris
D. H. Cunningham
T. J. Cunningham
Oscar Callaway
T. J. Williams
L. T. Cunningham
J. R. Moore
J. Thomas
Howard Elliott
Brownwood
The
Roussel-Robertson Co
Liverpool Post
Thew m. Reese Co
Grand Jury
L. A. Gleaton
R. G. Slaughter
Edd Boswell
J. J. Holleman
J. B. Payne
S. T. Hilliard
L. F. Elkins
H. N. Davis
Ek.l. Pinkard
M. D. Carmichael
T. T. Brown
W. E. Horner
R. D. Reid
J. Langston
J. D. Barcroft
Harry Brin
J. T. Hansard
R. E. Allen
Mills Clemens
D. S. Ray
J. T. Roberts
C. O. Hatley
H. H. Burnett
B. F. Perkins
N. W. Pounds
W. A. Dewees
H. C. George
L. D. Merritt
A. F E. Chappel
H. T. Gorman
J. T. Moody
G. W. Masters
E. E. Dabney
M. L. Brown
Port Cash
R. C. Frazier
Henry Teeman
W. S. Beene
J. A. Reese
W. T. Burleson
C. B. Burt
J. L. Patton
Arthur Payne
W. H. Tate
J. W. Robinson
Raymond Cook
C. C. Edinhurst
J. E. Durham
H. J. Mayes
Ward Pierce
W. M. Clark
D. A. Brown
Pink Scott
W. C. Malonee
W. A. Flip
J. B. Barett
W. P. Weaver
F. E. Barnes
D. W. Long
J. R. Carroll
J. M. Caraway
R. L. Boyd
D. 8S. Beck
Y. L. Dabney
J. A
Chichester
Citichester S
Jim Claire
J. T. Burts
J. Alsey
R. T. Burton
E. M. McGlain
A. E. Acton
Campbell
St. Charles
Laco, Texas
Iness District
Main Street
All of
Manor House
Kirks
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