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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1908
Page
4
The Clifton Record laments bitter rivalries in Bosque County as May elections near. It urges candidates to join hands for county progress, criticizes attempts to inject Baileyism, and stresses that support or opposition to Senator Bailey should not affect local qualifications or voters’ fairness.
In this era of prosperity the Record avoids urging whitewash to fix buildings. Readers report paint shortages around Clifton and rely on measures available, noting the best options to obtain paint are scarce and in high demand.
A letter from A W Richardson defends Senator Bailey, praising his character and denouncing opponents who claim he aided the Waters-Pierce Oil Company. The piece recounts investigations, committee findings, and appeals to voters to support Bailey against alleged monopolistic influence. Also mentions a April 20 wedding and flood damage events in Texas communities.
The text notes a mass meeting called by the mayor and relief committees organized to aid the homeless and destitute after a flood. It mentions no telegraph or telephone service and describes overwhelmed conditions and local efforts to provide assistance.
The record authorizes announcing that the Annual Memorial Services of Stock Church will be held on the first Sunday in May.
A severe flood hit Hico about 2 o'clock Friday night causing extensive property loss. About twenty dwellings were washed away and many more flooded from twelve inches to three feet. Numerous residents lost everything while some saved partial goods by stacking items high. Several two story homes forced families to move upstairs as streets flooded and women and children were evacuated to safety.
A precinct level notice calling Democrats of Precinct No 8 to assemble in Reeder Hall at 2 o clock p m on May 2 for electing delegates to the County Convention in Meridian Texas on May 5 W H Kay chairman Precinct No 8
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