30 Apr 1926
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1926
Page
1
Clifton College fights for the Western District crown as Meridian Cougars and Clifton Coffee Cats clash for a state berth. The Cats rely on key hitters while managing a thin roster, with upcoming games shaping the title run.
Fort Worth Texas April 38 Nine institutional members joined the Association of Texan Colleges during its annual convention. Names include Texas Techinological College at Lahbirk and Abilene junior colleges, with प्रतिनिध other junior colleges and institutions listed among the new members.
Last Wednesday evening a crowd of young people gathered at City Path for a chicken roast with all accessories. After hours of dining the event ended with plans to form a permanent organization led by a president, secretary, and treasurer, with a name to be announced later.
A cryptic sale notice lists Tefoot McCormick Binder seed and an exitivator with a sale location in Cranfilla Gap Texan. Mentions of Cotton Seed and KL Golden, Kate Mre Danny Bible as county superintendent, and Mrs. Johnie Helm Webiene returning to Waco after visiting relatives.
An ordinance of Clifton Texas prohibits nonauthorized persons from approaching or interfering with fire trucks and equipment. It requires drivers to yield to fire vehicles, drive to the curb, and maintain at least 100 feet behind responding apparatus. Violators may be fined up to 25 dollars.
Fragmentary notice seeks buyers and sellers of sheep and wool with references to culls ewes lambs and market. Names and details are garbled. likely an advertisement for trading sheep and bees.
Local court and Meridian notices list real estate transfers, marriage licenses, and named residents. Community notes report visitors, family visits, church plans, and ongoing construction projects as Meridian College games with Wilford College are referenced but scores are unclear.
Grateful for the many friends who offered sympathy during our bereavement for our beloved mother. Your kindness and thoughtful expressions brought comfort to our hearts and are deeply appreciated by Cooper, Mrs. D, EMail, and Tommy de Le We.
Local notes show Cora L Red and Mr Mack Bertelon of Meridian visiting relatives in Cranfilis Gap. Clifton visitors C G Bronsted and Gue Grimland attend business in the city. Tax collector D Preston Hornbuckle of Howard County announces re election. Home economist Mine Hallie Brown visits Meridian with parents. Stephenville guests D B and Clyde Tindall attend local events. Ladies Aid hosts in Meridian as Anna Odegaerd, C Mronstad, C G visit. Clifton College Orchestra performs. similar program planned at Ya Lutheran church. Clifton College football seen. Strandy Titman Rogstad noted. Chautauqua tent setup anticipated with reserved seating. overall optimism about season.
A large crowd gathered Thursday afternoon at Mrs. H C Bradstreet's home to honor Miss Katie Mae Forson on the eve of her marriage to Eugene Smart. Blue bonnets and yellow decorations filled the reception hall while a guest book was kept by Mayme Townley. The event featured a chart program with Irene Brewer Murphee and others, ending with toasts to the bride and groom.
A letter dated April 26 from Jolby D. Hall chair of Standards committee informs President Tyssen that Clifton Junior College has been approved as a first class junior college by the Association of Texas Colleges. The college, recognized by the State Department in 1924, now gains broader affiliation with member colleges.
Sunday night program led by Mabel Orwald features Scripture lessons and remarks by Laura Bolomion and Aubrey Palmer. The event asks attendees to seek God’s special life work, with questions like Who gave me my life and How may I find that work. May 1 at 6:45 PM.
The Civic Improvement Society will meet with Mrs G L Park and Mrs 22 Mem at Sve Pol residence on Wednesday May 1 at 3. If you cannot attend, please show.
On Tuesday evening April 27 the senior class of Clifton High School was hosted at City Auditorium by Mr. and Mrs. Olaf Westgaard and others. The affair featured muses, refreshments, and diplomas with ribbons. District Meet notes included Clifton students excelling in extemporaneous speaking and debate, with Corvilla High School winning the girls debate.
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