14 Jan 1927
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1927
Page
1
Clifton Calvert's Shoe Shop advertises rapid repairs for automobile tops and shoes at reasonable prices. The shop promises prompt service and customer satisfaction, inviting patrons to bring repair work.
County Commissioners' Court Proceedings note bonds approved and taxes refunded. Warrant enabled for services rendered for defense. judges instructed to advertise bids for county repository. erroneous renditions corrected with refunds totaling 226 and 65 cents. Relates to property renditions, precinct 4 court plan changes, and temporary allowances to multiple individuals and firms.
Two men were badly hurt when a team bolted while Cal vin Catwick and a load of lumber were being moved near Clifton mountain. Rogstad suffered a broken right arm and skull injuries, while Catwick sustained facial injuries and a broken bone near the elbow. Both were treated at local doctors’ offices and Rogstad was later sent to a sanitarium for X-ray treatment.
Willie Winnettle of Houston visited his uncle G P Scruggs family while Mr Rosenberg of Waco talked with The Bankers Health and Accident Co. Jane Bryan visited Waco and Clifton, Rhoda Lanehart started a new Clifton job, and a school carnival is set for Friday night January 14. Farmers enjoyed fine weather for cotton picking. Hugo Landgraf led with 61 bales. Home Demonstration Club elected officers and began a garden contest. Ste. and Mrs. A Glolph hosted a gathering week prior. Continuous local social notes include visits, moves, and small town events.
Citizens of Clifton and Clifton territory are urged to attend a January 21 meeting at Clifton City Hall to discuss locating a butter and beef factory here. The effort seeks local milk and cream supply, with emphasis on citizen cooperation. Also notes gin, trash pickup, and a birthday event with Clifton ties.
A letter argues Clifton residents pay similar school taxes to nearby towns despite lower rates. It states Clifton funds education through state aid per pupil while other towns spend more per pupil, and Clifton schools educate more children at lower cost to taxpayers. The writer urges adequate funding to keep Clifton schools strong.
An unreadable plea mentions relocation to Clifton and intent to perform work, referencing two trips and plans to reevaluate efforts. It names individuals and hints at seeking advice and satisfaction, with a cryptic sign off.
Mrs Flgnny Phillipson and Rey Rainbolt of Fort Worth visited relatives in Coon Creek with Marie Hanks Lee Sheppard and others from Fort Worth. The gathering included a committee to manage a local purchase of high grade Peace plants and a demonstration by Myrtle Gaines. Local families and neighbors joined in social events and hobbies across the community.
Fragmentary text mentions a work titled Enke O EER Cree Tale 10 Sa 7 ee ee re. No clear events or names present to confirm full item details.
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