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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1927
Page
7
The article extols electricity as a labor saving force in homes and businesses, noting machines like washing machines electric ranges hot water heaters and vacuum cleaners reduce drudgery and save time for families and workers. It frames electricity as a courteous efficient service improving daily tasks and economic efficiency.
Clifton decides to host the Ninth District Parent Teacher Association meeting in April with delegates from numerous Texas counties and cities. Officials promise speakers on child welfare, parental education, and rural Texas schools, plus luncheons, a banquet, and a park picnic. The event emphasizes local pride and hospitality.
A garbled OCR passage cites Post Office department actions and stamp counts. It references averages of stamps per person, including women and children over five, across the United States, with unclear figures and names. The fragment hints at weekly age-related data and corrective measures, but specifics are obscured.
The article describes a local fairy event tied to Apelle 18th celebrations. It notes performances by a troupe from the Gren region and the opening of a staged pageant at the town hall. Residents gather for entertainment, fruit vendors, and a ceremonial parade through the main street.
A fragment lists committees for the Ninth District P T A including Transportation, Entertainment, Program, Exhibited, Finance, Publicity and more, with member names and roles. Also notes dates April 18 20 events at City Auditorium and related sessions, addresses and administrative details. The item blends meeting agenda with scattered local notices and unrelated local anecdotes.
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