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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1936
Page
8
A damaged text fragment from a Bosque County election notice shows a candidate expressing gratitude to voters and outlining qualifications for county leadership. The note references the county judge race, experience in teaching and farming, and intent to make Bosque County home.
A campaign letter from Hobart H Powell outlines aims to serve Horace County fairly, favor no group, and keep taxes low through prudent administration. He pledges deliberate, lawful decisions and seeks broad support for the August 2 election. The text also references government payments and road funding plans tied to the county’s welfare.
A burst of old time screening notes promotes multiple films and added features at Ciftex. The program includes Wings in the Dark with Myrna Loy and Cary Grant, Let's Sing Again with Bobby Breen, plus By Sylvia Sidney and Spencer Tracy in a drama. Various features, a Ladies Night, and attractions like Three Wine Guys comedy are listed alongside upcoming titles and special screenings.
The Clifton Dons Club held its regular meeting on Wednesday August 4 1094 at City Mall. The program included a luncheon served by Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid and a report on the potential installation of lighting in City Park Club House with estimated costs around 45.00. The project advisor urged cooperation with the City and Golf Association as all three groups are interested. Dr Alfred Jenson was introduced as a guest of Lion Start.
Washington August 2 George J Berry president of Labors Nonpar League said chairmen of state committees will meet August 10 to map strategy for supporting President Roosevelt in the 19 Roosevelt term. The organization plans to confine campaign efforts to the presidential race except in New York.
Ambiguous text shows Allred and Thuredey involved in legal matters with bids and pricing remarks. Mentions Austin Temes July and Brasil, rubber trade context, and disputes over reentry into petente jrrtes Hee of Taw. No clear dates or outcomes.
A report notes the first work maneuver will occur soon with opportunity for personnel to display Armory training and identify weaknesses for remedy. It corrects last week’s write-up by noting P. C. Bahl is in camp and progressing well, with more news expected next week from A. Hanne, Public Officer.
Hollywood July 17 A dramatic display by Shirley Temple's father George Temple showed off elaborate mechanical bodyguards and alarms at the star's house. The system lights signals and gates, with sirens to awaken neighbors, while other Hollywood families install unseen security for their children.
A Magazine Club meeting was held Tuesday afternoon July 28 at the home of Mrs. W A Finley to revise the constitution and by laws and plan for the coming year. The first meeting of the club will be with Mayor Loom Netbe September 9. Reporters note several members attending from various towns and discuss plans and expansion to attend the Concordian exposition and share intermev ing sa t lawtrination efforts.
Exension Service Club women in Borque County organize a one day county wide event at Clifton Park on August 12 1996. They aim to bring the Farmers Short Course back to the county and invite all residents to enjoy a profitable day including tours of local mills clifton college museum and the printing office followed by supper and recreation.
The family expresses deep gratitude for acts of kindness and comforting words after their household belongings were lost in a Thursday night fire. They note a shower and substantial help in replacing items, and extend appreciation to everyone who offered support.
The piece muses on a pending publication revival and notes no libel suits in 19 years. It recalls reader loyalty for subscribers with credit and mentions editor Jim discussing Roy Sanderford’s defeat and reasons for his loss.
Mrs Frances Link formerly of Waco Texas died Saturday at her Salina California home and her funeral was conducted in Clifton with Rev C Wolff officiating. Burial followed in Clifton Cemetery. A daughter Bernice Dunn of Salina survives. Reverend Link previously served as pastor of the Womack Church and was buried in Clifton Cemetery. Alvin Refercon and Chris Breand spent Saturday in Fort Worth at an Electrolux service school.
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