09 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1935
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR describes paving plans and authorization debates amid local government mistrust. It cites mayors and aldermen, with residents urged to watch authorities as a new plan aims to extend coverage to a presidential area and a town.
The mayor submits registration for the American Legion National Convention to be held September 23 in the city. Officials and loyal Legionnaires will gather, with city leaders presenting credentials and plans for participation.
A mid afternoon event at Mrs Handacob’s home in All ies Texas honored Miss Dia Landgraf with a reception. Attendants included Mary Swenson and Ruth Waddill. guests signed a guest book and gifts were arranged for delivery. The program featured a vocal solo and readings as Georgene Avignon delivered gifts in two large sacks.
Clifton and Cranfills Gap battled in two long baseball games with a standout 14 inning affair won by Cranfills Gap 8 to 6. Sad misplays and errant throws defined the contest as Cranfills Gap clinched the winning run in the bottom of the 14th amid a tense scoreline.
Texus Relief Commission consolidates 268 county relief organizations into 88 district offices with appointed administrators and tentative headquarters. Training completed, districts to begin two week transition. El Paso administrator named later. District HQs tied to city support and space. McLennan and Caddo counties grouped with Waco as HQ.
Meridian Court and Local News reports visiting relatives in Arkansas week. Residents travel to San Diego and Minnesota. Meridian visitors include Fallin, PooI, and McCorkle families. Dr Otis Goodall tours Minnesota. Dr and Mrs Callahan depart for California. Local commerce and transit figures noted, with residents from Valley Mills and Clifton making Meridian stops.
Funeral services for Whitney Citizen Pitan were held at Towerls Baytint Church at 4301 Wayalvarwden with burial following. The well known farmer Hike Whileyermanity was laid to rest amid local mourning.
Nine delegates from Iola and Ginners Together in Luncheon attend State Home Demonstration Association events at College Station with visitors from Garner, Meredian Creek, and Womack clubs. Wardrobe and bedroom demonstrations highlight winners Opal Arther and Mrs Jones. Lions host musical numbers as delegates share meals and plan next meetings.
Mrs R A Peters aged 76 of Valley Mills died at her home Tuesday morning. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 6 p m at the First Baptist Church of Valley Mills with Rev R B Stanton officiating. Interment was in the Valley Mills Cemetery. She had lived in Valley Mills for many years and is survived by five daughters Mrs W L Tibbe of Waco, Mrs J G Maynold of Dot Rig, Mrs J Jarrett of Dot Rig, Mrs Carl Wortham of Chine Spring, Max Maud Peters of Valley Mills, and three sons John, Woacos, and Grady Peters, all of Valley Mills.
The article discusses next year’s state tax rate set at 62. It notes a late addition from Austin last Saturday and compares the rate to constitutional maximums. The piece mentions the overall value and revenue usage, with emphasis on the rate’s alignment with fiscal goals.
The 21st district cotton ginners met in Clifton on August 6 with Frank Scofield and John Thompson addressing issues. Local host Lions Club served lunch, and attendees discussed legal actions, injunctions, and district cooperation while Compton presided and Richard Haugton led remarks.
Local notes from Cranfills Gap recount visits from Mrs and Mr Bertelsen and family of Sweatwater to see Terry’s mother gravely ill. Relatives from Ozona Roxane Jal New Mexico and other areas visited Carlson family in Carlsons home.
Cliftex Theatre owner Caraway continues upgrades to the cinema seating and comfort. The improvements aim to modernize the venue and enhance audience experience this year as renovations proceed.
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