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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1925
Page
7
Valley Mills community notes detail visits from Kore missionary Antu Merson, church events, and local gatherings. Notable incidents include a store misfortune at Blankenship’s home, repeated references to pastors and church members, and residents traveling to Brackenridge and the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
A Chicago church pastor comments on marriage, urging autonomy in spouse choice and criticizing societal expectations. He argues that a partner should not marry for money or status but for personal suitability and happiness, noting economic strain on young couples.
The fragment details a resident remaining ten weeks or until weather permits, health concerns for Mrs. Griffin in Whitney, and visits by Mrs. Wy Wheelie and Reva Walters. It notes funeral services for Mrs. Griffin at First Baptist Church Valley Mills and mentions community members including Mr. Wheels family ties and local rumors, all in cautious, non-graphic terms.
Fragmented testimony accuses former officials including Gov. Bat M. Nett, Comptroller M. Bogle, and Attorney General staff of irregularities and shortages in the state prison system. Witnesses describe duplications of expenses, corner accounts, and possible misuses tied to Ferguson Farm management since 1931. McAdams, Herring, and Irwin figures surface in questioning of contracts and duties beyond prison duties.
Agate brief from the legislature reports the Ferguson amnesty bill advancing through committees toward a vote. Representatives, including J. Withers of San Angelo, led the inquiry as veterans and others testified amid a tense, three hour session. The House decision favored granting clemency over abolition of constitutional limits. The record shows strong testimony from veterans and state officials.
An essay reflecting on whether poverty shapes character, contrasting Abraham Lincoln’s rise from humble beginnings with modern youth struggles. It argues wealth temptations and materialism affect today’s boys and girls, noting limited access to educational books and absence of distractions, while highlighting poverty’s enduring impact on motivation and opportunity. The piece cites Lincoln’s era and the influence of mothers and stepmothers in forming character.
In Waco on February 11, funds totaling about 670000 were allocated for Methodist orphans homes over the past two days. Charley Banslater, previous beneficiary, left his estate valued between 80000 and 90000 to the home with unclear usage. Mrs. Florence C Boward of Moody announced plans to erect and furnish a fireproof cottage dormitory at a cost near 000,000.
Fragmented notes discuss Abraham Lincoln's family, poverty, and supposed influence from a stepmother. The account questions truth and cites unclear anecdotes about home life, furniture, and daily hardships. Readers are left with unresolved claims and era context about lineage and hardship.
SICKLY, PEEVISH CHILDREN text is garbled. The ad promotes a trucking service offering night or day pickups, with contact and operator details. It claims to haul goods anywhere, with emphasis on prompt service and coverage across multiple towns.
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