American soldier in France describes life and culture
A World War I letter from MRANK SCHOW in Champagne near Le Mans writes Zenobia about France and England. He compares progress, religion, and customs, notes old cathedrals, French towns, and daily life, and reflects on toy locomotives and transport. He mentions six hundred miles traveled and three quarters.
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Zenobia
le Mans
Champagne
England
France
United States
Germany
Paris
Coe
Senior BYPU Organized at Baptist Church
A Senior BYPU will be organized at the Baptist church at 6 00 oclock Sunday evening Officers will be elected and the work outlined for the future.
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The
Baptist Church
Letters from the Front Describe Daily Life and War Views
A wartime letter from an American abroad discusses language, culture, and travel in England, comparing nations and noting foggy weather. The writer praises New Zealanders and Australians as capable fighters, expects a possible Christmas homecoming, and reports being healthy aside from a cold.
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England
Week's Meeting at the Baptist Church
The Church and Pastor launch a week of preaching each night and afternoon prayer at 3.00 in homes led by the Ladies' Aid. The focus is to unite churches in the South in a Week of Prayer for the New Year. All Christians are invited to join. J. A. Kidd, pastor.
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Ladies’ Aid
South
J. A. Kidd
Scandinavian Lutheran Church Sunday Services and Meeting
The Scandinavian Lutheran Church invites members to Sunday School next Sunday at 10:00 and English service at 11:00. Adult Bible Class and a Monday afternoon 2:00 annual business meeting urge full voting member attendance. Cathecumens meet Tuesday at 3:00. Pastor Theo Lerud extends a cordial welcome.
Methodist Church Sunday Schedule Features Sermon and Choir
The Methodist Church announces a morning service at 10 a. m. with sermon at 11 a. m. Activities include Junior League at 11 a. m. and a 3 p. m. prayer meeting and choir practice on Wednesday at 7 p. m. George F. Kornegay is the pastor.
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George F. Kornegay
Presbyterian Church Weekly Schedule
The church lists Sunday 9 45 Sunday School and 11 00 preaching with 6 15 Christian Endeavor 1 00 preaching and 7 15 Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting
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Presbyterian Church
Christian Endeavor
Rabbit Shipping Industry Expands on the Plains
The Slaton Slatonite notes a growing rabbit shipping trade across the Western Country this winter. Demand rises as the East tastes rabbit meat, boosting profits for small buyers while reducing farm rabbit numbers. Prices run about 1.50 dollars per dozen, with Lubbock dealers reporting 25 000 rabbits bought and shipped. The trade supports local economy and ammo sales.
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Lubbock
City Plans Public Gutters and Water Upgrades
The City Council approves concrete dip gutters in private garages to drain water, five feet by ten, costing under ten dollars, shared 50 50 by the city and residents. Two new water gauges will monitor storage tank pressure. The Insurance Commission’s Mr. Vaughn considers reducing Key Rate from 70 to 60 cents following an urgent request. Clifton in 1919 seeks needed improvements with citizen support.
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Vaughn
The
Insurance Commission
Clifton Record and The Dallas News Ad Deal
A one year subscription deal combines Clifton Record with The Dallas News for 12 months at a total price of 1.75 dollars, offering access to both local and metropolitan coverage. The package emphasizes durable value for readers seeking regional and city reporting.
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Clifton Record
The
Dallas News
Letter from Sgt Johnny Bakke Ends With Homeward Hopes
A wartime letter from Sgt Johnny Bakke of Company A 360 Infantry American Expeditionary Forces dated November 18 1918 in Belgium. He recalls the front lines near the armistice and describes relief at the war ending a wish to return home and warm meals. He mentions cold weather and Belgian celebrations while praising American soldiers and hoping his family stays safe from Spanish flu. He looks forward to reuniting with family and farm animals like cows and chickens.
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Belgium
Mama
Papa
Travis
States
Sheep and Goat Growers Association Meeting Set
The Bosque County Sheep and Goat Growers Association will meet at Clifton on Friday January 10 1919. Prospective owners or current sheep and goat keepers are urged to join and help push the work. Speakers include H L McKnight M W Coll from College Station and County Demonstrator Oscar J Rea Secretary invites attendance to plan 1919 activities.
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Bosque County
Sheep and Goat Growers Association
Clifton
Messrs
H. L. McKnight
M. W. Coll
College Station
Eaton
Oscar J. Rea
Resolutions of Condolence for Ar villa Phinney
The Clifton Record notes resolutions from her class expressing heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family. The document states a copy should be sent to the family and printed in the Clifton Record, signed by her classmates Willie Mae Hill Callie Mae Garrett Eddie Mae Parks.
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Arvilla Phinney
Clifton Record
Willie Mae Hill
Callie Mae Garrett
Eddie Mae Parks
Lost Livestock Reward Offered for Two Mares
A brown mare and a black yearling colt disappeared from the Jeff Biffle farm near Brezos bridge about six weeks ago. A $10.09 reward is offered for information leading to recovery. Contact C. A. Dennis, Whitney, Texas.
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Jeff Biffle
Brezos Bridge
C. A. Dennis
I. 1
Whitney
Texas
Message from Sgt Bakke of the 360th Infantry
A brief note from Sergeant J A Bakke of Company A 360 Infantry in the American Expeditionary Forces. He sends regards and expresses well wishes to family and friends and notes he is feeling better.
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J. A. Bakke
Co. A. 360 Infantry
American Expeditionary Forces
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Mitchell & Lewis CO
Bacine
Wis
Oscar J. Rea& Co
EFTON
Mrank Schow
Sister
Record
Bosque
E. S. Parks
Observer
Clifton, Texas
Essen Aemenae Rene
Eeenene Enema
Renee
Rene Asseea
Renee Nemennne
Wees
Scandinavian Lutheran Church
Theo. Lerud
Ee RT
Sgt
Johny Bakke
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