16 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1918
Page
1
A reader ad urges careful selection when buying farm implements, comparing it to choosing a reliable airplane or a trusted friend. It stresses that crop profit hinges on dependable tools and time efficiency, claiming the store offers every advantage for prudent buying.
A released Washington food program resolution urges rigid economy and elimination of waste in all foodstuffs and increased production in allied regions to sustain European front needs. It notes transport of men and supplies from North America and building food stocks as insurance against harvest danger and possible emergency drafts.
Mrs W Ho Snell aged BY dies at her Turnersville home Friday morning following a long illness. A devoted Methodist, she was a longtime resident of Alabama and Turnersville. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Friday at 3 pm conducted by Rev Geo F Kennelay with Rev Wiley V Jones assisting. burial followed at Turnersville cemetery. She leaves a husband and several married children in Texas and nearby states along with many relatives and friends. The Roxton community mourns the loss.
Fragments show civic notices on water rents and landlord liability, plus Scandinavian Lutheran Church events with Sunday School Bible classes and services. Also mentions municipal publicity, city secretary, and a request for contact to arrange piano course credits for high schools.
A poignant card expresses gratitude for support after a wife and mother’s illness and passing. The message thanks friends and neighbors for kindness and comfort, notes the community’s sympathy, and mentions ongoing sorrow and hope for reciprocation of care in future times. Signed by Hord and others with affectionate regard.
The gin will not operate at Norse this season due to a short crop causing a scarcity of hands. The owner asks former customers to understand the situation and promises full reopening next season when the plant is repaired.
Automobiles sought with fair condition described by W J Pra ther Clifton Texas price kept reasonable. Carpenter Bros advertise free Palm Olive soap with every two cent Palm Olive pods purchased.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Methodist Church event and local names. The readable items reference a Sunday schedule and a few individuals, with unclear attachments to broader events. No clear date, place, or outcome is discernible from the legible text.
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