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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1919
Page
4
By Robt. L. Baldridge enters at Clifton Texas post office as second class mail matter. The paper is published every Friday morning with subscriptions payable in advance.
Bosque county subscribers retain the current rate of 1.00 per year as long as possible. Out of Bosque County, the notice implies different terms or limits though details are incomplete.
The Record notes that poultry advertisements reflect the sect ion’s belief in good chickens and other livestock as a sign of unexcelled thrift, illustrating community values and economic sense through livestock quality.
Tom B Turner, who narrowly missed a France trip when the armistice was signed, returns home with his permanent and plans to farm at Route One Valley Mills. He says he is glad to be back with wife and home duties and doubts new journeys this season.
Local readers anticipate substantial construction this year as new buildings rise. The refrain is clear, the war is over, and the sound of hammer and saw is favored over gunfire as activity accelerates.
George E. Anderson, who has served his country for months but could not go where fighting occurred, reached home the first of the week with his permanent discharge from the service. He is looking well and shows he has been well fed.
R. T. Ahlsted, formerly of this area, arrived Monday from Ottawa, Kansas for a ten day stay with his mother and kin near Clifton. He works in a trusted role with the Santa Fe machine shop in his town and sees Rembert Stanford daily, who has been a foreman at the shops.
Homer Carpenter, a U S Navy veteran since December 1917, returns home Tuesday to resume his former role as pharmacist at Carpenter Brothers Drug Store. His service included postgraduate pharmacy work at Newport Rhode Island, chief pharmacist mate at Newport Naval Hospital, Officers Material School, two months in Southern waters, and Pelham Bay School where he earned the commission as ensign February 1. He declined an offer to teach navigation at Pelham Bay to return to civilian practice.
A reflective note on how dedicating excessive hours to running drains finances and opportunities. The piece argues for balancing work, training, and rest to improve both health and economic prospects. It cautions against overcommitment that limits other income avenues and personal growth.
Bud Olson arrived home last Friday night from overseas and expressed pride in his service. He avoided front lines before the armistice and recalls seeing the war without going over the top. He had to relearn sleeping in a real bed, noting his family had prepared the finest bed for his comfort, though he initially slept on the floor before finally sleeping about 3 a.m.
A cautionary note suggests that when a married man leans on an unmarried woman for sympathy, the likely outcome is increased trouble rather than solace. The aphorism highlights the fragile line between platonic support and romantic entanglement.
A controversial quote ridicules women and prompts discussion on decency standards. Advocates condemn the remark as misogynistic while defenders frame it as a biased cultural stereotype. Authorities consider whether the comment warrants further action or public reprimand.
Mr J A McMillan aged sixty four died suddenly at his Fairview home last Monday evening from heart failure. Funeral service was conducted Tuesday afternoon February 11 at the One Church and Cemetery by Rev E S Sansom. A large gathering paid respects, reflecting his high regard among neighbors. He seemed fine Monday during work and meals, then collapsed while talking with family.
After owing a bill for some time and paying nothing, a man feels harassed and believes he is being persecuted when pursued for the debt.
A critic asks why anyone spends hours defending a trivial quarrel, noting that time is precious and arguments often prove unproductive. The remark underscores the value of restraint and focus in discourse.
Widow Mrs McClesky, ruined by a spring oil discovery on her Texas farm, trades fortune for garden plans and travel dreams. She recalls feeding 24 visitors, her husband’s death after peaches, and decades of hard work milking cows and washing for neighbors, while oil money sparks a new life.
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