06 Feb 1969
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1969
Page
1
The Record clarifies it will not publish unsigned letters due to libel risks and requires signed submissions for publication. It defends freedom to publish libel free letters while maintaining accountability, criticizing un signed protests and urging reader signatories to stand by their words.
Clifton residents and businesses pledge support to the Clifton Industrial Foundation as the member drive nears 50 percent with 136 members. The campaign seeks 300, led by chairwoman Mrs John D. Fenn and Parmers State Bank. A court annual report notes 1969 case totals and Bosque County child support payments totaling $22,519.00.
The Trinity Lutheran Church men of Clifton plan a house to house drive starting at 1 p.m. Sunday February 16 to solicit funds for the March of Dimes Campaign.
Clifton Cubs stay 7-0 in district play by defeating Itasca Wampus Cats 55 48. Holt Fossett and Hoel led scoring as Clifton never trailed, setting up possible final regular-season clash on Valentine’s Day and a potential playoff for the District 13-A title.
COPSE outlines two Texas lawmakers sponsorship of bills to implement the Committee on Public School Education recommendations. Senators Schwartz and Hale seek a long range plan to elevate Texas public schools at reasonable cost. Leaders caution bills are not a cure but a workable framework with public debate ahead.
The City Council changed Disposal Area hours effective February 1 1969 to run from 4 to 6 6 pm on Sunday through Saturday with variations by day to allow cleaning time. Residents will receive a printed notice with February water bills and posted signs display the updated rules and hours.
Hundreds of hunters and spectators are expected for Walnut Springs Lions Club sponsored third annual Rattle Snake Hunt February 28 to March 2. Prizes total over $200 for largest and longest snakes and other categories with registration fees set for hunters and spectators. Demonstrations and street dance accompany this public event with venom used to make medicine for snake bite victims and Vietnam service members.
Senator J P Word of Meridian is named chair of the Texas Senate Committee on Nominations by Lt Gov Ben Barnes. Word also joins committees on Agriculture and Livestock Banking Contingent Expenses County District and Urban Affairs Education Finance Insurance Labor and Management Relations Public Health State Affairs Water and Conservation and Youth Affairs. Barnes praises Word as highly qualified for the post as the 61st Legislature begins.
Farmers State Bank Clifton will be open February 12 Lincoln's Birthday but closed February 22 1969 Washington's Birthday observance. First Security State Bank Crantus Gap will be closed on both holidays February 12 and 22 1969.
Friends mobilize to aid the D A William family after a North Ave fire. City Hall lobby serves as drop site for goods. cash donations to Clifton Welfare Agency in Farmers State Bank, designated for the William family.
Clifton High Band announces a mystery show at the high school auditorium Monday February 17 at 8 pm Tickets are 1.00 in advance 1.50 at the door for adults and 1.00 for students The act features ESP telepathy clairvoyance and mind reading with a crystal ball and the performer denies supernatural powers while claiming advanced natural faculties
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