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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1921
Page
8
Fragmented ad copy touts fruit trees berries roses and flowering shrubs. Mentions LEONA peach SMITH peach and NONA varietys with emphasis on hardy climates and evergreen accents for home grounds and borders. Promotes seasonal planting and landscape value from a local garden shop.
A fragmentary report notes a small portion of stolen clothing and items recovered from the Rev. Hagberg residence. Mrs Ida Sorley, a witness, was injured. a young white man in custody faces murder charges in the Surley case. Authorities seek further arrests as investigations continue.
The body of Charlen H Christianson arrived in Hamilton after serving in France where he fell in battle August 1 1918. He was buried with military honors at the Methodist church with a ceremony conducted by Rev Theo Lerud. His memory is honored as a supreme sacrifice in World War I.
Special Correspondent reports land deeds in Meridian and surrounding counties, listing transfers to Hightower Vickers Banks and others, with values around 400 dollars. The column also notes social visits, student mentions, and a funeral procession for a local serviceman, detailing family affiliations and pallbearers.
Pervasive chatter about upcoming events and attractions at Meridian High School and Clifton merger plans. The piece highlights student performances Beenie West of Our West and The Awakening at the Orient, plus a plea for charity and support for European relief efforts referenced by President Wilson.
In Henretta Oklahoma a wealthy minister and former teacher returns to help and invest in land after unsuccessful efforts. The narrative traces his movements from poor soil near Weleeka to Henretta and then to a pivotal oil pool development in 1919 with Dean and Kingwood companies. The piece notes financial trials, oil exploration, and personal reinvestment in a hopeful agricultural economy.
Simon Gompers, leader of the American Federation of Labor, denounces the Supreme Court ruling on labor issues in a formal statement. He accuses the court of siding with anti labor interests and urges action to protect workers. The piece also mentions local mortgage disputes and aid from the Rev. Hildebrant, with references to milder farm production figures.
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