This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
4
The Clifton Record announces subscription rates for Bosque County residents, retaining the old $1.00 yearly rate if possible, with higher prices listed for out of county and out of state editions. The notice details three month and six month terms and notes advance payment.
The 1919 remark suggests Ford’s pledge to serve the public, with speculation on his sincerity and impact. The quote hints at industrial optimism and future aims for broad benefit alongside his automotive venture.
The Record notes that soldier letters in this issue are exceptionally readable, claiming they are the best reading matter on earth and expressing appreciation for their contents.
George Pool, ill for two weeks with influenza pneumonia, suddenly worsened today Thursday. His attending physician has little hope for his recovery.
A mud chain for a Ford car disappeared on the road from Norse Texas toward Meridian and Christmas Fin roa. The finder should return it to the owner at the indicated route location.
The editor appeals to readers of the Record to advance their subscriptions for the coming year by paying at the office or mailing a check. Readers are reminded that dates must read 1919 to remain on the list or risk being dropped, stressing postal compliance and financial health of the paper.
W H Snell, agent for a Sherman Texas nursery, announces final rounds of the season. He will deliver and take orders for nursery items, guaranteeing goods equal in quality to any on the market and offering attractive prices.
The Womack School honors list for the second month includes students across grades. 8th grade Ernest Prescher and others. 5th grade Edward Oswald Henry Prescher Millie Biffle. 4th grade Lelia Oswald Regina Ernst Catherine Jameson Vilda Doss Ora Biffle Claude Carr. 3rd grade Mattie Cummings Willie Gascamp Viola Schramm. Honor roll requires a 90+ average in scholarship and 95+ in department.
A one year subscription deal connects Clifton Record with The Dallas News at a price of $1.75. The offer highlights cross publication access and extended readership opportunities for readers in Clifton and surrounding areas.
Price Standefer known as Dock enjoys permanent release from the army and visits relatives Ross and Guy Standefer. He recalls not liking France and notes his ship was forty eight hours out when the armistice was signed. Dock mentions officers aware of the ship’s return home.
Washington reports the government’s loss in operating the railroads in 1918 is expected at under 150 million dollars. The shortfall equals guaranteed return to railroads minus net government income, with six months of higher freight rates needed to recover. If Congress rejects a five year extension and Wilson returns the system to private control, the loss may not be recouped.
A reflective remark declares that true extemporaneous speech comes from a mother defending her family around 2 a.m., not from banquet or mass meeting talks. The quote contrasts prepared public orations with spontaneous parental wit in private moments.
A quirky note suggests that old Santa Claus may be puzzled by the absence of Made in Germany toys this holiday season. The piece hints at shifting toy origins as Christmas approaches.
A quip notes that those without cars enjoy reading automobile advertisements more than current car owners, suggesting ads offer more fantasy than practicality for some readers.
Taxpayers may pay school taxes at Farmers Guaranty State Bank in Clifton Texas. The notice provides payment convenience for the community and outlines where to submit tax amounts.
Coblet reports in the American occupation zone that starting tomorrow all German civilian employees in uniform and German soldiers must salute American officers. The directive applies to the entire American area of occupation and emphasizes courtesy toward Allied command.
The Queen Theatre week schedule lists Irene Castie in Sylvia of the Secret Service and Ruth Roland in Hands Up. Billy West appears in The Bandmaster with laughs, Mae Murray stars in Face Value, and Mary Garden presents Thais. Baby Marie Osborne shows The Little Patriot with Mammy era.
I M Solberg announces the last gin day of the season on Friday January 3 1919 inviting customers to bring cotton and remnants for processing. He thanks patrons for their business and extends best wishes for health and prosperity as a hopeful bumper crop year and world peace improve prospects.
Sgt Hendrick C Dahl, long time aviation camp instructor in St Paul Minnesota, arrived home Wednesday with his permanent release from the service. His father Andrew Dahl met him at Waco and brought him home by car. Hendrick served with distinction and his training will benefit him for life. Many friends are glad to have him at home again.
Weather permitting the gin will run next Wednesday in the South. Plans indicate one more day of operation may follow depending on conditions.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.