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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
3
Clifton records note Robt L Baldridge listed at Clifton Texas postoffice as a second class matter. Publication appears weekly with a one dollar annual subscription.
In a quirky 1912 context, rumors say Governor Woodrow Wilson will flair the title by adding Ex to President Waft’s name, creating a satirical twist on the ongoing presidential naming joke. The item reflects contemporary political humor and public debate over titles.
Local shoppers are urged to purchase gifts in advance while staying in Clifton for convenience. Many stores advertise extended hours and stock, encouraging early planning to avoid last minute crowds.
Farmers welcome abundant moisture that aids crop growth and stabilizes yields as rains bolster soil and pasture conditions across the region. Local agronomists note improved pasture quality and potential benefits for hay and grain crops.
A brief note indicates wheat and oats have been sown and are emerging. The report confirms cultivation activity and early growth stages in the fields.
Cochran County Texas has 244 inhabitants the smallest county population in the state. Congress met last Monday for a brief session as many noted congressmen and senators near retirement. President Taft states he will not seek the presidency again a claim we deem well founded.
On the first signs of indigestion Dr Kings New Life Pills should be taken to tone the stomach regulate liver kidneys and bowels Pleasant easy safe and only 25 cents at all druggists Adv
A condensed balance sheet for The First Guaranty State Bank at Clifton Texas shows resources including loans and discounts 194 34 overdrafts 10 738 16 real estate 3 00 0 furniture and fixtures 2500 0 cash items 14 gaa 00 specie 22174 iT 1 and a liabilities section with deposits 141 867 78 capital stock 15 682 45 and total deposits 210 010 30. The president J W Butler and cashier A Bronstad certify the statement as true and swear before J K McSpadden notary public on December 4, 1012. The document also lists program notes for a Christmas literary society and a real estate offer of 160 acres near Clifton at 25 per acre with terms.
A local barber shop named John ons Barber Shop advertises hot shower baths for customers. The short notice highlights comfort services alongside its usual grooming offerings.
The Presbyterian Church conducts nightly mission study this week as part of a national program. It notes that of 92,000,000 people in the United States about 17,000,000 or more are in any church. The schedule runs from to 7 45 with sessions on Home and Foreign missions.
The Keeley Institute of Texas touts nineteen years in Dallas and thirty years of successful treatment for drunkenness drug and tobacco use. It warns against copycat institutes and invites confidential correspondence to J W Keith Myr 1615 Hughes Circle Dallas Texas. Also mentions Cornoly's grocery prices for next ten days.
Regular services will be held at the Scandinavian Lutheran Church next Sunday the 2nd in Advent at 10 30 a m in Nor.
Norwegian and English services listed with Sunday School at 9 30 a m and 7 p m. A cordial welcome extended to all attendees.
A Machine Shop advertises tire inflation at no charge and invites customers to bring vehicles for repairs. The message mentions Neil Nelson from Clifton, Texas, and is signed James Mickle.
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