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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1947
Page
1
In a surprising move, Team Of 47 fields Estar Roffman LT Bhagas B Ohiver 100 Elie and Paterson in a bid to upgrade at quarterback. The candid exchange signals a major roster reshuffle as the club weighs options for the season.
A crowd enjoyed an Easter program at Trinity Lathersh, featuring violinist Dorvides Borwhers and a performance of The Way of the Crom. The improvised act highlighted costuming and scene reliving over a millennium, with forest backdrops and strong musical underscore by students and college participants.
Fragmentary notices describe a cleanup day in April 1947. The text mentions collecting trash and refuse, placing containers along streets, and urging residents to participate. Details are unclear but indicate a civic effort to improve the town’s cleanliness.
Officials report 11 000 cars registered the day before the New Year break, with 69 commercial, 28 farm, and 208 other types. The total motor vehicles registered reached 22 000 across all classes in 1946, per registrar Rolhaan.
The Clifton community hosts a Batter Yard Contest at the next meeting with spring and summer prize categories. Entries must be in by April 21 and may be phoned in to G. Bronata or R. Nichol. Prizes go to top yards owned or rented by men, with separate awards for the most improved yards in three classes.
A new taxi service starts in Clifton this week led by Bob Melovaks. The venture aims to provide local transportation options and expand mobility in the community.
The ceremony joined Gene x Aller of Ft Worth and Mildred Halen Waerding of Pocahontas Missouri on July 23 at Christ in Church of Wankington with Rev William Bruening officiating. The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Clarence A Dillag of Ere and the couple plan to reside in Port Worth after the wedding.
Louis Outlaw and Meld Erickson united in marriage in Clifton with Rev. Carl Jones officiating. The bride is the daughter of ind Mr Kneeerichson ff an and the groom is tied to Outlaw family of Clifton.
Mr and Mrs Jim Standefer traveled to Beneoria last Friday for the death notice of Neill Masterson. The piece mentions William Tharp of Stewart Motors receiving a notification, plus various meetings and visits across the Caynte and Fort Worth areas.
A blaze Friday destroyed a home in Negra Town altering the Saddler family fortunes. Thi sof mia Safle walord rue Se eigter Conte Brownele and five children lost possessions and moved in with neighbors. Insurance concerns and race related tensions follow as white residents offer aid and a local company arranges a new home for the family.
Rev. Edmund Beaver of Lutheran Church of Black Duck Linn has accepted the call to serve as pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church near Clifton Minnesota. The announcement notes his Luther College and Luther Theological Seminary training and past parishes in Northern Minnesota.
A donor drive in Bosque County raises funds from multiple towns to support a countywide effort. The report lists contributions from Clifton Valley Mills Meridian Iredell Mioshelm Crastile Waloey Morgan Cavone Koppert and others with various amounts and a final report to the chairman.
Mr and Mrs Guy Warren visit at J D Gaston and Paeman in Waco with Bollard Grimloned family and children Laraan and Floyd Dwain. Langreth family joins in Dallas weekend. Mrs Fleeman Carlson travels to Fort Worth to see daughter. Chai G Julian undergoes appendectomy at Holt Hospital with recovery ahead.
In a city election on Tuesday April 1 J L Standefer won the mayoralty with 63 votes. Wegner received 64 and Hogstel one write in. Aldermen include L Weiss Wegner and J Tucker amid light Meridian turnout. Roy Avirell named city secretary treasurer.
Neal M Swenson longtime Clifton resident died Saturday night at his daughter and son in law Gus Hoet s home in Norse community He was born in Stay Swenson grew up on a farm She later lived in Clifton where he worked in farming and trading He suffered a paralytic stroke November 1939 and later returned to the Clifton farm He is survived by daughter Mary and wife Mrs Swenson Also listed are daughter Chita Grimland and brother John Swenson Clifton Funeral services were held Monday at the Trinity Lutheran Church and burial followed at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery
Notice is hereby given that in accordance with the law governing the Board of Trustees election two school trustees will be elected to serve for the ensuing term. The election is set for Saturday the th day of April 1947 at Clifton City Bell. Nominated candidates Magna Ralph Haim and Joe Halwan to hold.
The Bosque County Selective Service Local Board No. 1 announces the termination of its duties with the repeal of the Selective Training and Service Act of 1940. About 1870 residents served in World War III. roughly 1,600 returned to civilian life. The office will relocate to Meridian for several weeks, and the board thanks Bosque County residents for their cooperation.
Gatesville High School captured the District 12 Track and Field Meet last Saturday near Waco with McGregor second. Langseth tied for third in the high jump and narrowly missed the mile win, while Bush and Rice advanced in the 100 and 220 yard dashes and Elder moved to the 120 yard highs finals.
Rev RB Briggs of Iftoo Methodist Church announces an Easter Revival at Clifton Methodist Church. Rev W E Shipp of St Toho Methodist Church in Waco will conduct, bringing his Texas preaching record. Services begin with two sermons daily at 10 a.m. and 7:80 p.m.
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