Longhorn Not Original Texas Steer Sheds Light on 1845 Plains Battle
A continued reminiscence recounts ranger battles on the plains in 1845 with Cheyenne and Comanche clashes. Desperado Frank Tankestly and companions seized Indian plunder after a retreat, while guide Mr. Gray is praised for woodcraft. The piece details cattle drives, the perilous Llano Estacado crossing, and a famous steer labeled “the pretty steer” dying near water.
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Texas
Plains
Mr. Gray
Frank Tankesty
Tankestly
Cowboy of Cherokee: Gray and herd tragedy and frontier heroism
The account recalls Mr. Gray losing hundreds of cattle after a river crossing near Horse Head Crossing, with 500 cattle perishing and others deserting the trail. Despite losses, Gray persevered to deliver the cattle to Fort Sumner, aided by John Chisin’s man and a show of frontier generosity. The piece also highlights Gray’s friendships with pioneer preachers like Rev. John Meadows and relates dramatic frontier incidents, including a bravely crossing ice and a pistol wielding preacher, painting Gray as a determined, respected Westerner.
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Mr Gray
Tom Cavness
Ben Lynn
John Williams
Mr King
Lynn
Mr. Gray
Frank
John Chisin
Texas
Sumner
Chisti
Chis
Gray Brothers
Port Sumner
Fort Sumner
Gray
Christian Church
John Meadows
Great West
Flies Bother Your Milk Cows
City Drug Store advertises Sal-Vet Fly Spray to keep flies off dairy cows and boost milk flow. The Rexall Stare invites a look at the fishing tackle window display. W. A. Martin.
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Rexall
W. A. Martin
Methodist Church Notes Build on Christ Not Peter
A church notes item argues Jesus intended to build his church on the rock of truth that he is the Christ, not on Peter. It previews a Colony visit on June 11 with services at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., and hints at future discussions of parish groups and local life.
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Jesus
Peter
Christ
Wditersand
J. D. Walker, PLC
Untimely Death Remembered By Loved Ones
A memorial notice recounts the death of a beloved daughter, mourned by her parents and extended family. It recalls her gentle nature, the sorrow of her loss, and hope for a reunion in a heavenly home as relatives and friends express their grief and affection.
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Mr. Bh
Doan's Kidney Pills End Back Pain and Urinary Ills
Mrs. J. A. Houston of Cherokee Texas reports severe backaches dull pains and dizziness from kidney trouble. She credits Doan's Kidney Pills with relief removing pain and regulating her kidneys. 60c at dealers FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Doan
J. A. Houston
Cherokee
Texas
Dean
Foster-Milburn ,Co
Mfrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Odd Fellows Elect Officers for 1922
The Odd Fellows elected officers Thursday night June 1. Noble Grand E H Norris Vice Grand L Milton Sanford and W P Orman Captain Degree team Roger Harden Secretary and W D Cowan Treasurer hold over for 1922. Officers will be installed in early July.
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Odd Fellows
Noble Grand
E. H. Norris
L. Milton Sanford
W. P. Orman
Roger. Harden
W. D. Cowan
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Pecos River
Pecos
Blank
House of Worship
J. M. Moore
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Noel
Buck
Reuben
Oscar
May Green
Brownwood
Anna Bown
Llano
Mattie Ashley
San Saba
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Ford
M. R. Weatherby
Max
WATIO
THE
City National Bank
Tal Murray
Burleson
Henry Ford
Tanlac
J. W. Hudson
Nature
C. T. Loucks
Porto-Rico
J. W. McConnell & Sons
Mickie
Charles Sughroe
Vandev
Awrat
Dolgunost
Ower OF
Pisa
Lean
Gosk
Is Mewingqry
Lyvele
AML Red Matsourer
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