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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1934
Page
4
A fragment discusses capital punishment and a governor's leniency versus harsh sentences, arguing that long prison terms fail to deter crime. It cites public and political debate on reform and the role of governors in setting punishment length.
The fragment discusses ancient legal and social norms, detailing protections for property and reputation, exemptions for the poor, tax fairness, moral codes, and severe criminal law. It references civil protections, handling of slaves, strangers, and public health measures, including sanitation and disease control under priestly supervision.
A discussion cites William James and Bruce Barton on the belief that most men form permanent prejudices by 26, but many notable figures continued creative work past 80. Holmes at 90, von Hindenburg at 86, Michelangelo after 80, and others like Sophocles and Tennyson defy the idea of declining mental vigor with age.
The Record advertises ten weeks of Houston Chronicle subscriptions for one dollar by mail in Texas. Mrs J T Forson was taken to Waco Sanitarium for major surgery and is reportedly progressing well. A Clifton bus arrival is slated for Monday at 9 00 with a built in movie projector and four powerful sound speakers for broad area announcements and music. A cheese making demonstration by Mrs Chat Gook of Steiner Home Demonstration Club highlighted the practice, noting a 75 pound cheese yield through the 1939 89 period.
A chaotic stage farce features Larry Elliot and Charl ies beyond a web of romantic entanglements with Vivian Amyther Kersey and Aunt Farcham. Uncle Alec forces comic calamity as the plot drives toward a charity playground fund raiser. A mix of humorous mishaps and verbal gags frames the production. Proceeds support school playground equipment and scholastic awards. Ten and twenty cent admissions. Also includes miscellany of trivia and notes on taxes, wildlife, road work, and demographics.
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The Record notes Bosgos County Prosecutor seeks a second term. Jackson cites hard work, high conviction rate, and citizen cooperation as key achievements from his first term. He plans to visit Bosque County again and comments on difficult times and public support. An opponent is expected in the campaign.
A sheriff race in Wesque County centers on Benson Amick Fury who filed for reelection. He cites his one year in office including the Cranfilla Gap bank robbery capture as evidence of his suitability and asks voters to reelect him for another two-year term.
Over fifty years since the University of Texas opened a total of 281 801 individuals have matriculated. About 20 006 more men registered than women. From 1982 to 1988 men enrolled far more, and in 1929 to 1990 men outnumbered women by 630.
Texas health officer Dr John W Brown notes many children suffer eye problems, especially trachoma in school kids, due to poor sanitation. Prophylactic eye drops for newborns reduced birth related blindness, but early diagnosis and treatment remain crucial to prevent scar tissue and blindness.
A damaged OCR excerpt shows Alma Butler writing as County Treasurer, praising efficient service and commitment to family. She thanks recipients and asks for continued confidence and permission to serve, signing sincerely as Treasurer.
The Record publishes candidate declarations for County Clerk Clarence McCorkle Alfred Hardwick Chas M Gandy. Commissioner Precinct 2 T Bretaen reelected Edwin W Spiteer Will C Raper. Commissioner Precinct 4 J Pierce Richards. Tax Assessors Collector D Preaton Hornbuckle. County Judge Burrell F Word. County Superintendent Clara F Richards. District Clerk Maggie B Little. County Treasurer Alma T Butler. District Attorney Penn J Jackson. Sheriff Pearl Benson.
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