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Newspaper

Clifton Record

Location

Clifton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1919

Page

4

Clifton Record official publication entry note

The Clifton Record imprint shows Rob J. L. Baldridge as editor with postal registration in Clifton Texas and second class mail designation.

Clifton Texas

Bosque County Newspaper Rates Notice

Friday morning issue dated April 4 1919 lists subscription terms for Bosque County readers with prices for one year six months and three months and notes advance payment required. The brief notice updates periodical pricing and payment method for subscribers.

Bosque County Perseressee

Curiosity Visits Clifton as Drunk Man Passes Through

A real curiosity visited Clifton on Wednesday when a man inebriated wandered through town attracting attention from locals. Police reported no violence or injury and released the man after contact.

Bailey Faces Wilson in Public Clash Over Popular President

The article profiles Joseph Weldon Bailey charging at Woodrow Wilson, described as the most popular man in the world, detailing their public feud and Bailey’s criticisms of the president.

Joseph Weldon Bailey Woodrow Wilson

Campaigning as a Test of Popularity

The article notes that running for office can reveal a man’s true popularity, but many discover they are less popular than expected once the campaign begins.

Clifton High Dominates County Interscholastic Meet

Clifton public school swept most honors at the county interscholastic meet held Friday and Saturday. The success reflects the students mental and physical prowess and the dedicated training from teachers who invested time and effort in their preparation. Clifton has reason to pride itself in its excellent school and the noble record being set by its students.

Clifton Public School Clifton Bke

Prewar Spirit Returns to Building Activities

A brief note expresses optimism as the building spirit and prewar activities resume, signaling renewed momentum and community effort.

Clifton seniors sweep top honors in basketball tests

Clifton high school seniors from both girls and boys teams earned first honors in last Friday and Saturday tests. Public school athletics led by Prof Milstead highlight excellent training under the popular principal.

Frank Bradstreet Receives Honorable Discharge at Camp Bowie

Frank Bradstreet is honorably discharged from service at Camp Bowie after returning from France. Following a period of relaxation and visits he will resume his former role assisting Joe K. McSpadden in running the oil business. Friends glad to have him home.

Frank Bradstreet Camp Bowie France Frank Joe K. McSpadden

Clifton Youth Morgan Caraway Returns from France

Morgan Caraway of Clifton reached New York last Tuesday en route home from France and wired his brother D. C. Caraway that he was all right. He suffered serious wounds and spent months in a hospital but is nearly fully recovered and soon to be welcomed by Clifton friends.

Morgan Caraway New York France D. C. Caraway O. K. Morgan

Selmer Kingness Returns From France Trip For Humanity

Selmer Kingness of Norse returned the first of the week from a visit to France in the interest of humanity and liberty. He speaks of notable experiences and expresses pride in his participation during the struggle.

Selmer Kingness France Selmer

Local notes on Miles family farm visits and interscholastic meet

W H Miles from Denton has been visiting Mosheim to oversee farm interests and attended the county interscholastic meet last Saturday. The Miles family are staying in Denton while their daughters study at college and may move to a larger town such as Clifton.

W. H. Miles Denton Mosheim

Discharged Soldier Edwin Bekkeland Returns Home

Edwin Bekkeland, formerly stationed at Camp Gordon Georgia, is honorably discharged and has returned to his home in Norse the first of the week.

Edwin Bekkeland Camp Gordon Norse

Maurice Hill Returns From France With Army Air Service Experience

Maurice Hill of Meridian recently visited his brother B. S. Hill after returning from France where he served ten days with the aviation department of the U S Army. He recounts a great experience from his service.

Maurice Hill France Uncle Sam Meridian B. S. Hill Maurice

Gates Half Soles Ad Promises Puncture Relief

An old Clinton Rubber Co ad suggests Gates Half Soles prevent punctures and enhance summer driving. The copy touts dirty, hot roadside scenes and neighbors offering the product to a driver named Bill, promising convenience and peace of mind.

Bill Clifton Rubber Co Lte

James enjoys new shop location beside Gilliam Garage

T. R. James, a popular horseshoer, is settled in a larger frontage shop beside Gilliam Garage. He prefers the current site to the crowded previous lot, though he notes being very close to Gilliam, the Ford agent, as his only objection.

T. R. James Gilliam Ford

Clifton and Morgan Teachers Back Morgan and Clifton Contestants

Mr and Mrs Bettis traveled from Morgan to support Morgan and Clifton students at the county interscholastic meet Friday and Saturday. The text credits Clifton teachers with much of the contestants success and praises their loyalty to Morgan students throughout the event.

For Sale Five Passenger Car Cash or Trade

Classified notice offering a five passenger car for sale by H S Pearson Inc. for cash or trade for a two passenger Ford or any item of value. The note mentions the line about the company being on the job for the country during World War I as Germany sought peace.

H. S. Pearson, Inc

Veterans Return Home From France in Brief Clifton News

Paul B. Rohne, member of the 36th artillery, arrived home from France early this week, reaching Clifton Monday night after discharge at Camp Bowie and visiting Cranfills Gap. Jim Parks of Breckenridge, visiting his brother Tom C. Parks, is noted, with Parks awaiting new oil wells on his Breckenridge ranch. Clifton Rubber Co. promotes tire repairs and vulcanizing with guarantees and splicing for torn tubes. Record and Dallas News $1.75.

Paul B. Rohne 36Th Artillery France Clifton Camp Bowie Cranfills Gap Tom Jim Parks Breckenridge Tom C. Parks Mr. Parks Clifton Rubber Co

Months With Multiple Drills Diminish Training Time

The report notes several drills underway reducing available practice time for the team. Strong emphasis on scheduling conflicts and impact on preparation. Players and coaches express concern over limited rehearsal windows and readiness ahead of competitions.

Clifton Lodge meets Saturday April 12 in meeting

Regular meeting of Clifton Lodge No. 360 A F and A M. meets Saturday night April 12. Visiting Masons are invited and welcome. E L Boston W M Geo F Kornegay Sec.

Clifton Lodge A. F A. M E. L. Boston W. M Geo. F. Kornegay

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