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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1949
Page
2
Fragmented OCR text shows unclear names and events with weather notes and dates. It mentions Elgin, January, Grand and Grand Ledge and a temple with possible project completion timing. Content is garbled but hints at planning or construction discussion and a weather condition reference.
Alfred Meeks in Thorp Spring aids six boys on a ranch home with room and work. Meeks, grandson of G. B. Meeks, fills pulpit at nearby Church of Christ as part of his outreach and outlines donation helps for upkeep without obligation.
A fragment lists shared gifts and contributions from many individuals and families totaling 228.60, with numerous names and amounts including Mr. and Mrs. J. Bekken, Mrs. Clara Stedje, Rev. Martin, Mr. and Mrs. Turner O Bannon, and others. The item appears as a memorial or collection record reflecting a community condolence effort.
The engagement of J. Pierson Jr of Seminole to Miss Charlie Maud Ramsey has been announced. Pierson, born in Clifton, and Ramsey, a Clifton High School graduate of 1948 and former band queen, plan a December wedding. Pierson recently left the Army and works with Dave Grayson Construction Co. both families anticipate a formal celebration.
Seven Clifton residents attended the Heart of Texas Scout Association annual business meeting on Monday night. Local representatives active in sponsoring Clifton Cub Scouts reported fine progress since the group’s organization a few years ago. Others from Waco included Mr and Mrs David Knudson and numerous area families.
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