Lone Ranger Captain Hughes Chases Geronimo Parra Across the Border
John R. Hughes, a Texas Ranger captain, vows to avenge Ranger Fusselman's murder by pursuing Geronimo Parra. After years of searching across Texas New Mexico and Mexico, Hughes cooperates with Pat Garrett to extradite Parra. Parra is tried hanged amid dramatic, grisly circumstances. Hughes retires in 1915 and dies by his own hand at 92.
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Tire rescue by Texas trooper on Hwy 6 noted
A Clifton reader thanks Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Brock for quickly changing a disintegrating front tire on Hwy 6 between Clifton and Valley Mills. She credits him with restoring safety and urges appreciation for everyday public service.
Bosque County Best of the Best Reader Poll results
Bosque County newspapers Meridian Tribune and Clifton Record tallied a first annual reader poll featuring surprises across categories such as best fish for Bosque River and best pie. Staff logged ballots for 60 hours, with results to be announced May 4 in a special pullout section. the editor thanks readers and staff, then notes an upcoming poll again.
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Downsizing time choices in later life
The piece reflects on how aging prompts people to downsize experiences rather than possessions, valuing personal choice, independence, and deeper leisure. It notes shifts toward individualism, selective social life, and guarding time as a precious gift, with nods to family, friendship, and self expression.
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James Jimenez
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