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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1940
Page
4
Residents describe a wet spell arriving after a lengthy dry period. The forecast notes improving conditions with rain in the area, while locals report visits from prominent figures and a sense of growing opportunity for farming and community projects around Clifton and nearby towns.
On Tuesday afternoon April 9 the fourth birthday party for Patsy Ann Hilton was held at the home of Mrs Edwin Sinderud. Guests including Dora Jean Bean Norida McDougal Dobby Forson Janice Porson Jo Nell Prince Dorann Olson Alton Larson Joy Harwell Virginia Ann Harwell Wilma Erickson Catherine Erickson Joy Trotter Fred Wilhon Jr Ronald Mack Hilton attended. Games were played and cake and cookies served as Patsy Ann received birthday wishes.
The piece reports on agricultural extension work in Texas with mattress distribution plans in El is and Bosque counties, listing figures of bales and counties involved. It notes a nine county reach and plans for demonstrations in several states, plus remarks from local extension officials and a political notice board with county officers and candidates.
Community dance event at Bosque Tavern Clifton on Wednesday night April 17 featuring music by a local act. Entry details or pricing appear unclear but indicate a social gathering with attendees labeled men and ladies.
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