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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1930
Page
2
A polite holiday note thanks readers for favors and patronage in the year. The message extends sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and hopes health comfort and prosperity for 1931. It emphasizes confidence and lasting appreciation from the sender.
The Clifton Record notes a snow covered ground last Sunday giving a Christmas appearance. Two Cleburne boys arrested for fighting were released after paying into a fund to bring Christmas to the less fortunate. The paper extends sincere wishes for happiness and prosperity to all readers for Christmas and the New Year.
At a regular luncheon last Tuesday the Clifton Lions Club voted to dispense with the next meeting but will reconvene for luncheon on Tuesday January 6. Members are urged to attend and be prepared to work, with committee reports forming most of the business.
The final Record issue of the year expresses gratitude to readers and patrons and notes the paper will resume next week on the regular publication day with continued advertiser cooperation and support.
An archery tournament for Boy Scouts from Heart of Texas and nearby councils is planned for December 26 in Waco. Entrants must have equipment, with divisions for older and younger groups using Double American and Double Junior American rounds respectively. A Clout Shoot will also feature, with an invitation extended to US champion Russell Hoogerhyde to attend.
Immanuel Lutheran Church lists Sunday December 28 schedule with 9:30 Sunday School and Bible Class 10:30 Divine service in English, 2:30 Divine service at Mount View school house, 7:00 topic discussion and W L Society business meeting led by Pastor G A Obenhaus.
The Magazine Club met December 16 at Mrs Dary Helms country place for a final gathering before holidays. Mrs A C Allen will host December 30. Topics included Mussolini, election meaning, prosperity, and youth with readings from December issue. Mrs Helm served salad and welcomed back Mrs Homer Carpenter as members wished each other a joyful Christmas and New Year.
In our sorrow caused by the death of our dear son Alvin we found consolation in loving friends and neighbors who comforted us. Flowers were sent and words of condolence offered as we mourn his illness and passing. May God bless your deeds of love and kindness. Sincerely yours Mr. and Mrs I M Solberg.
Bosque County aims for a designated day at the Fat Stock Show and Southwestern Exposition in Fort Worth next March. The move reflects the strong livestock interests in the county.
Change your home for Christmas with evergreen branches, wreaths, and red bows. Use cranberry strings and toothpick stems for color and craft. Fasten ornaments with rubber bands and plant the tree in sand for a simple stand. Create candy decorations by shaping wires through glossy candy shapes.
Notice to readers wishing a merry Christmas and inviting support or critique of the office. It asks readers to visit if they feel appreciated or to explain why they do not, offering to settle bills and relocate if unwanted.
The text recounts how Saint Nicholas, a 4th century bishop known for kindness, inspired December 6 feast days and gift giving. Dutch tradition adapted his name to Santa Claus, merging with Christmas gift folklore and the idea of a jolly figure delivering gifts from the frozen north.
E M Regenbrecht and Miss Helen Swift conducted a pork demonstration at the H L Knust farm over two days. Finished products from three hogs totaled 130 dollars in value, with items including ham, bacon, sausage, roasts, liver paste, scrapple, head cheese, bones, scraps, and 15 gallons of lard. Visitors included state and district agents and county home demonstration workers from four counties.
The Record and Dallas News announce a new combined subscription rate at 2.50 dollars per year. The adjustment affects readers subscribing to both papers and reflects a change in annual pricing.
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