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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1909
Page
9
The column lists visits and greetings among residents including Mrs A M Hinson of Gatesville and Dr Gray on the sick list. It notes singing at Mr Glen Hinson's and Rev A J Armstrong's services, a Ladies' organized society meeting, and a plan to host a church event.
Four, eight, sellers or names appear to be garbled. The item notes promotions: a Section Foreman at Santa Me at Mor an is promoted to Track Foreman in Temple yards, and Lee Belcher is given the fore manship at Morgan.
A fragmentary report notes discussions on Wass Teaus Central Line and possible Barden County extension. It cites figures like Boyder J.D. Brown and Col. Hamillin and mentions board action by Texas Central as directors weigh options. If Barden County extension proceeds it would narrow routing to Dawson and Gaines between the line and New Messes.
An old advertisement extols Allard's Weenie as a universal cure for liver complaints and related ailments. The text promotes its use to ease digestion and restore vigor, stating it supports digestion and relieves various stomach and liver issues through a simple regimen.
A report from Waco Texas describes an unusual accident involving Prof. A. Douglas, a prominent educator and member of the Douglas Select, who was in the country when a letter battered him. He fell in midair, landed, and was found with a broken elbow. physicians fear the injury may be serious.
In Hillsboro Texas on March 20, reports include pigs for sale at low prices amid cataloged items and local names. J.T Phillips, with a Walnut Springs connection, had his house noted in that city and a burial followed in Riverside Cemetery. Mrs. Mitchell, visiting from Deceola, suffered a leg fracture after a sidewalk fall.
A local shop announces a full line of Royal Society Floss in colors and white, with mens and ladies apparel, hats, shoes, dress goods, and staple dry goods. Early trading encouraged as prices are advertised as right.
Advertisement notes a fresh spring line featuring overalls and jumpers with new neckwear options. Emphasizes satisfaction and beauty of the latest styles.
A Meridian area notice catalog details numerous land transfers, lots and surveys in Walnut Springs, Morgan, Koppel, Valley Mills, and nearby additions. It lists buyer seller pairs, parcel sizes, and dollar values, plus a marriage license report and local deaths. Weather notes report heavy Panhandle snow and a sharp morning temperature drop.
Junction City in Kimble County offers a $60 000 bonus to the promoter of a railroad from San Antonio to Junction City. San Angelo Big Springs and Amarillo back similar incentives hoping to win the line. Also noted are obituaries for Constance Leona Ratlift in Homble Texas and community updates including Tom DeCordova becoming Page of Waco Council No. 52 and Hillsboro Lake Park charter amendments.
Demand for bookkeeping and shorthand courses exceeds supply as Tyler Commercial College invites young men and women to enroll. The school promises job placement upon completion and offers a 155 page illustrated catalog with plans for those lacking funds.
Reverend Rey M. Sharman of the district will preach next Sunday at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. The quarterly conference session will be held at eight o'clock Saturday night. The notice notes absence due to revival meetings elsewhere and an upcoming joint service with Baptist brethren.
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