Red Cross War Fund Drive Quotas Announced Across Counties
War fund drive quotas are set for Bosque County and nearby districts as chairmen announce totals and per capita pledges. Community leaders praise support for the American Red Cross in its wartime relief, urging residents to contribute financial backing and sustain overseas aid.
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Red Cross
Co ‘Valley Mille
San
Wabrot
N. G. Bimpoon
Windell Ariater
Mocgao
Ruth Norman
Grantill
TF. Schwerts
Monroe Kruse
Moshelm
H. I
Narmour
Tom White
Wedell
Ray ‘Tidwell
Eulogy
L. Hudson
Kopper
Mite Wilmirth Greer
Jdeeve
Sten Bele Ir
Helm In War Fund
Hatplane
March St
Rwwr
Diauyter
American Red Cross
Club Boys Pledge For Victory
A group of club boys pledge to victory in a community event. The pledge signals teamwork, discipline, and commitment to success as local supporters rally behind the effort.
Band C Rations Renewals By MAU Mailed Approach
Motor vehicle owners may renew Band C gasoline ration cards by mail rather than appearing in person before the Bosque County War Price and Rationing Board. Renewal forms may be original or renewal certificates, with the applicant providing driving information for the specified period. The form and supporting supervision record must be mailed to the ration office, with employers in the line receiving certification from the local ration board.
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Bosque County War
War Ration Registration Rules For Prepared Foods
Registration procedures outline householder and family declarations for rationing of prepared foods including tinned fruits vegetables and sauces. Rules specify per person quotas, reporting on Declaration forms, and that non members must file separately with their own ration books.
Patriotic Play by PT A Members Presented by Seventh Grade
The PT A program featured a self presented play titled We Will Do One Share under direction of Miss Ruth Townley. A large crowd attended and the Seventh Grade earned the attendance award. Windham and Dr Appleby explained the school cafeteria plans and invited visitors. The next meeting is the third Wednesday in March.
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Ander
Misa Ruth ‘Townley
Wode Sam
Mine Windham
Dr. Appleby
Aplain Plos
Texans In Thick Of All Battles Told
Ensign Bruce Henry of Center told Texas lawmakers that soldiers in Solomon Islands foxholes have time to think about home. He said the boys over there are fighting for Texans and will bring back courage when they return. Representative Manning introduced Henry, who served five months in the Solomon Islands area and wore several decorations. He noted the large global audience inspired by President Roosevelt’s radio address last Friday night.
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Austin
Enslyn Bruce Henry
Center
Texas
Solomon Island
Ensign Henry
Tim
Rushing Manning
Analgo Henry
Solomon l
Immaion
Wnt
Abso
Rabant
Mali Halton
Seremonien
Oswald Honored On Ninety-Second Birthday Visit
Oswald P M Oswald longtime local figure confined to bed for years received a small group of close friends and Rev Wallace N Danson of the Methodist Church on his birthday last Friday. Despite illness he remained active in youth work and community life prior to his decline.
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M. J. Oswald
Wallace N. Danson
Methodist Church
Oswald
Point System Rationing Explained Friday Meeting in District
A public meeting will be held Friday February 19 at 8:00 pm in the District Cover room to explain the point rationing system. Mr Jack Adkina will explain the system. AM food merchants clerks and members of the public are urged to attend.
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Meridisa
Jack Adkina
War Ration Supper Spotted at White House Event
President Roosevelt hosted a war ration supper for White House reporters amid social and political gathering. The menu included bean soup, boiled flounder, roast chicken with potatoes, peas, green onions, and pudding. Proceeds from the dinner went to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis.
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Washington
Romevelt
White House
Asus
Buller
White Howe
Amocratius
Africa
South America
National Foundation
Clifton College Considers Girls Dormitory Plans
The Clifton College Corporation met February 8 and unanimously approved building a girls dormitory as soon as funds and materials are available. Trustees will pursue fundraising, with initial gifts totaling 2000 dollars reported. Also noted was a neutral fire insurance listing for Clifton for the coming year, with premiums at normal rates if fire records stay favorable.
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Clifton College Corporation
War Ration Book 2 Registration Next Week at Clifton Public School
Registration for War Ration Book Two will be held at Clifton Public School February 25, 26, and 27 from 8:90 a.m. to 7:80 p.m. Those who used War Ration Book One for sugar and are not confined or in the armed forces may be ineligible. Book Two is issued to those who surrendered Book One during the regular period. The note mentions urging early registration and adds a local item about Texas Chisos Mountaine naming. Charlie Ludwig renewed his subscription dates with advanced payment.
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United States
Clifton Public School
Major Elbert Helton Takes New Command in 19th Bombardment Group
Major Elbert Helton, a member of the 19th Bombardment Group, assumes command amid a Pacific theater operation. The report notes his role in planning and executing the August raid, his distinguished record, and the unit’s reputation for discipline and effectiveness under his leadership.
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Elbert Helton
19Th Bombardment Group
Transchildres Charter Committee Report Summary
A fragmentary note details a commission draft relating to a child welfare charter and sessions scheduled midweek. Names and places are obscured, with unclear dates and actions. highlights include a primary focus on a three content approach and policy aims by a local governing body.
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Ausuin
Aaesiaicea
Cocsond Miredey
Anele Stalewan
de SeKlee
Bonds Saturday total tops one thousand dollars
The large post sale total of 1,020.30 was raised last Saturday by Mary Bergman Dorothy Ann Browny hos Wilcox Dorothy Elder Patsy Lon Woodward and Kenneth Olsort with Atrs Syvering Hoff buying a $1,000 bond. Students express gratitude for community support as patriotic addresses were given by Gene Pierson and Olnt Westgaard. The event notes further bond sales on February 8.
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Mary Bergman
Dorothy Ann Browny Hos Wilcox
Dorothy Elder
Patsy Lon Woodward
Kenneth Olsort
Syvering Hoff
Gene Pierson
Rade
Olnt Westgaard
Gmide
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