Political tensions rise as Texas and nation loom in 1940s race
The Clifton area papers report Democratic primary battles in Coryell and surrounding counties with Connally defeating opponents in the Senate race and Ponge besting Cross. Readers note fielding for camp staff, local election rents, and party unity amid looming war mobilization. The piece reflects local sentiment, veteran presence, and party strategies ahead of August 2 primaries.
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Coryell County
Bob Ponge
C. H. Cross
Ponge
Cross
Connally
NYA Plans Part Time Jobs for 8000 College Students
Austin reports the National Youth Administration will supply part time jobs for more than 8,000 needy college and graduate students during the coming year. Applications from 64 Texas colleges and universities were announced, with each institution designating an official to administer the program and select students aged 16 to 24 of good character and need.
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Austin
NYA
Texas
J. C. Kellam
Uni ‘Yaraity
National Youth Administration
Ute Cretatore
Kellamani
Phan
Current Topic Club Guests Prize Winners at July Meeting
Mrs. George Harrie hosted the Current Topic Club on July 23 with xinnias and trepe myrtle decor. Mrs. Hugh Combs won the club prize for Roosevelt Up To Date and Mrs. J. E. Canton took the guest prize. both received crystal bowls. The social hour featured refreshments for members and guests including Hugh Combs Theo Howard and others. Next meeting set with Mrs Theo Howard on August 6. The vulture can fly more than 00 miles per hour.
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Roosevelt
Hugh Combs
Theo Howard
J. E. Canton
Mmex
Tim Ford
Jim Palmer
George Harris
Dick Torrence
E. B
Harris Tod
Beverly Nell
J. E. ‘Coston
Ella
Ada Bello Harris
Nosque County gratitude for re election as Assessor-Collector
Mr McCorkle expresses thanks to the people of Nosque County for unopposed re election as Assessor-Collector of taxes for two years. He pledges continued diligent service and appreciation for friendship loyalty and favors, promising to serve to the best of his ability.
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AL Smith
United States
Willkie
Dan
Nosque
Eyes and Glasses Ad From Corner Drug Store
An old ad from Corner Drug Store in Waco Texas offers eye exams and fashionable frames at reasonable prices. Dr T J Reever promotes regular checkups and says to consult him about eyes or glasses. The text also includes scattered historical notes about Texas and wildlife outcomes.
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T. J. Reever
N.th
Waco
Texas
District Court acknowledges staff gratitude in goodbye note
Maggie B Little expresses deep thanks to District Judge, District and County officials, attorneys, clerks, and court workers for support and partnership during tenure. She salutes the county and community, wishing continued success and inviting unselfish help for the new clerk in her stead.
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H. Ue
Maggie B. Little
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