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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1953
Page
1
A garbled sports note describes spring football practice, mentioning players, line play, weight gains, and coaching focus. It references newcomers, the backs, and ongoing sessions as teams prepare for upcoming trials. The fragment hints at preparation and evaluating players for the season.
Proud parents Harrison Dilly Jr and Mrs Harvine tea announce the birth at Clifton hospital on February 19 1953 weighing pounds and 6 ounces. The brief notice confirms the newborn as a son to Pte and Mrs Harvine tea.
The county began preparations for the High School District Spring Meet to be held March 26 and 27 and April 14 and 17. W. R Parks Jr, superintendent of Meridian, announced the event. Directors for divisions include W.B. Parks Jr, Meridian. EH Chyh, Meridian. Mrs Gordon. Ginocchia Kappler. J. Larkin Valley Mills. Mrs A. Fineed, Meridian. Mrs Dorothy Cox, Morgan. A A Cawley, Valley Mill. Hayman CNOK. Dorothy Whitlock, Iredell.
A civic retreat scheduled for March 4 has been postponed until Wednesday. The meeting will address sponsorship of cantons and the arrival of the food mobile. Officers for 18 34 will be announced and members are urged to bring silver and china for the covered dish luncheon.
The article reports on soil conservation practices using clover to improve water absorption and soil moisture. It notes raised yields from 40 to 50 percent in some farmers crops after implementing rotation and cover crops. John and Jack Mowland of Morgan and T M Blassingame of Clifton cite oats and corn yield increases, while Bam Belgew of Walnut Springs notes higher yields with clover cover.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will return to Clifton on Wednesday March 4 with a drive at the Meridian area and a stop in Clifton. Donors should sign appointment cards available at local stores and banks, with a backup date if missed.
The court accepted the bid from A. Segront CPA of Waco to audit county records in 1985 on a quarterly basis for $1.00 with no annual inventory. details reflect the county and law officials handling the arrangement.
Walnut Springs sheriffs say four men were surprised while burglary of the Community Public Service Company and a dry cleaner’s. Three were captured, one escaped. stolen items and a vehicle with Wisconsin plates traced to other crimes. District and county officials pursue origins of the loot as three suspects are identified.
Public School Week in Texas runs March 1 through 7. A visit to your hometown teacher is planned with Dr Martin L Goetting of Darter University delivering the Thursday night talk in the new auditorium as construction nears completion. Bliton High School Band will perform in the gymnasia in their new uniforms.
Homer Merritt was fatally injured when an explosion wrecked a cabin at Mapex Tourist Courts near Meridian. Sheriff Royer said a gas expert was called to ventilate the area and noted a leak in the pit outlet. the blast occurred about 2:30 Thursday night, following recent tenancy.
Fre Clifton College conducts chapel services with Teale Week on KCLW. Reverend Peterson and Reverend Beaver lead morning services while Arnold Boyum plans visits to Mc Gregor Moody Bruceville Ady. Cowboys and Cowgirls travel schedule noted with Temple Junior College game upcoming.
The Meridian Chamber of Commerce announced that Attorney General of Texas John Ben Sheppard will speak at the upcoming big annual dinner. Bobby Curtis will head the chamber group after the dinner, with Orville Dutton serving as president this year.
Uneven bidding this Thursday sees lower cattle prices across the sale yard with buyers cautious amid soft demand. Traders report scattered gains in lighter lots while heavier steers and cows soften, signaling a cautious tone into the weekend.
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