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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1945
Page
7
Plowman's Creek Cow Group and Steinkamp notice mowing of pastures to conserve moisture and improve grass growth. Bros Ranch sprayed 120 acres liberally, with ground and trees treated. Le Foublon notes recent farm terrace work amid a broader effort to conserve resources and maintain pasture health.
Governor Coke Stevenson reported a flood of telegrams after Japan's surrender. Texans in Marine service asked if Texas could quit the war. Boston offered representation for surrender terms. The Cuero Chamber urged Truman to discard money measures. War-time inflation and War Bond drives were discussed. Stevenson's staff and officials commented on postwar plans and relief efforts.
Senator Tom Connally told 1,600 Democrats at a Jefferson Day dinner that the atomic bomb can preserve peace and that the United States will retain Pacific islands vital to defense. He praised Jefferson, Wilson, Roosevelt, and Truman, lauding the San Francisco charter and UN goals while stressing America’s leadership role after victory over Japan.
A Texas public notice condemns H. J. R. 11 to amend the constitution and raise legislator pay from 600 per year to 3 050 for five years or 700 for two years. If ratified it would pay 7 400 per term and go into effect immediately, provoking widespread opposition from business and civic groups across the state. T. H. McGregor urges every businessman and chamber of commerce to oppose ratification now.
Washington reports un rationed gasoline will return to pre war quality as materials allow. OPA eased tire regulations to permit some A card motorists to obtain new tires, tied to non occupational use with hardship allowance. Boards may allocate up to 6 percent of monthly tire quotas for this purpose. End of rationing expected within three months.
In Austin a Connally will speak at a Democratic luncheon to raise funds for the party’s campaign effort. Attendees from business and political circles are expected, with proceeds supporting the campaign and allied committees.
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