Fragmented Local Notice From Obscure Names
The readable fragments mention several individuals and places in a damaged notice. Specifics are unclear but there is reference to local figures and a ported location.
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1949
Page
6
The readable fragments mention several individuals and places in a damaged notice. Specifics are unclear but there is reference to local figures and a ported location.
The Horgue Soil Conservation District and other units are now in agreement to establish 49 600 feet of diversions and 102 miles of field terraces since July 1. These measures will contour farm land to add 1701 acres. Weather affected some practices with limited legume cover crop planting and slower range improvement. Local reports note residents Furman Grimm have moved to Pasadena, California, and Dre Grimm, formerly Frances Bronsted, married last year. The Spurgeon family spent New Year in Shreveport with Clifton relatives.
We held a gathering with four new members and thanked supporters for donating items. The circle distributed gifts to members and visitors including Rev. and Mrs. BM Maskestad and Mrs. Edd Melaner. A holiday spread of cheese sandwiches, lettuce, cake, cookies, and coffee was served. New officers include Miss Elise Giese and Mrs. Ted Christenson.
The main View Circle met December 21, 1948 at Mrs Jim Jenson's home for a regular meeting and Christmas party. Decorations, a large tree, and wrapped gifts set a festive mood. Officers for next year were elected: Mrs Julian Broneta d as leader, Mrs J B Olson as assistant leader, and Mrs Elmer Stanford as reporter. A Christmas flower was given to Mrs Julius Johnson. Refreshments included tuna fish sandwiches, nuts, cupcakes, and punch. The group sang carols, shared the Bible Christmas story, played Carol Time, and distributed gifts to children. New member Mrs Herroan Wimberlyne joined. two members were unable to attend. Next meeting will be with Mon Melvin Johnson. Total cost noted as five dollars and fifty-nine cents.
The snippet records holiday travels of Sverre and others, a H. D. Club meeting planned for January 11, and a soil conservation update. It lists 1949 program rules, acreage-based payments up to 750 dollars, and 12 approved practices. A county committee slate and notices about local residents’ health and Christmas Eve family gathering are included.
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