Commentary

Letter from the appraiser

News Staff

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

On July 23, 2024, the Erath County Appraisal District completed its certification of values for the 2024 tax year. At this time, the Erath County taxing jurisdictions have been notified of the certified values and are diligently working toward calculations of tax rates.

Dean Bradley (left) won a grand champion female ribbon in the first Free Fall Fair in 1955. Harold Gilbreath (right) also won a grand champion ribbon for his Jersey Bull entry. Courtesy photo

Museum Matters

Ben Pate

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

In 1955, many in town still fondly remembered the Fall Fair we had in the 1920s. That long ago Free Fall Fair, actually began in 1922 and continued until 1931. Community leaders felt that starting the fair once again in 1955 would be an asset to the community.

Berry’s Picks

Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Upcoming ProgramsDairy Outreach Program AreaTo support the dairy industry in the county, the Comanche, Erath, and Hamilton county Dairy Committees and Texas AgriLife Extension offices will be hosting a Dairy Outreach Program Area (DOPA) and Nutrient Management Program at the Texas A&M AgriLife...

Where Are They Now?

Eva Frederick

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

When Dublin graduate Kevin Strickland was in high school in the 1980s, his father started a family business, Specialty Insect Systems, out of Dublin. The company installs and services fly spray systems in horse barns and show cattle barns all over Texas.

Give me oil in my lamp

Dudley Anderson

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Matthew 25:3 Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them The cabin had no electricity so Joe lit an oil lamp and placed it on a wooden table. The glow of its warm light filled the room. Joe sat back in a cushioned chair and enjoyed its comfort.

Toni Says

News Staff

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Hello Toni:I am turning 65 in July and am bombarded with mail and telemarketing calls. I am not receiving Social Security and a friend who just got Medicare is receiving her Social Security check. Do I have to be receiving my Social Security check to get Medicare?

Berry’s Picks

Comanche Extension Agent Michael Berry

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Pecan weevils are a major pest for both commercial pecan production and backyard pecan producers in Comanche and surrounding counties. Under normal soil conditions we could expect to see 80% of adult weevils emerge between Aug.20 and Sept.10.

Loud and clear

John Moore

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

About 40 years ago, my dad gave me a radio. Not just any radio. It is what’s called a farm radio.According to Texas Co-op Power Magazine, in 1936 just three out of 100 farms had electricity. By the mid-1940’s it was three out of 10. That still left most farm families without power.

The basketball team of 1925 - 26. Delma Fulford capt ‘26, Mary McBride capt ‘25, Thelma Shaddox jump center, Ora Gilbreath guard and all state ‘26, Delma Warren capt ’28 all state ‘27 forward, Lattie Rackly guard, Mable Whitfield guard, Faye McKinney jump center, Allie Mae Benton guard, Jewell Preston run center, Hazel Hennessee capt ‘27, Violet Phillips forward, (not seen) Miss Cleo Price coach. The gymnasium is seen behind the team. Submitted photo

Museum Matters

News Staff

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

On the back of one of the photos we have in the museum, it lists the names of the girls who played on the girls basketball team of 1926. This remarkable photo shows all the girls in their uniforms. It was probably taken at the end of basketball season.

Maurica Gordon who attended Dublin High School is working to get her GED to begin furthering her education after working for many years. Submitted photo

Where Are They Now: Maurica Gordon

Eva Frederick

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Maurica Gordon has always loved caring for others — and between a career in healthcare and a family of six (plus a menagerie of pets), Gordon has built a life around her passion.