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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1928
Page
4
Clifton Tex readers discuss free tea sales in Bosque county and the influence of endorsements. The piece laments party recommendations and the gentle nature of country newspaper men toward political aspirations.
W. H. L. Simpson seeks re election as Bosque County treasurer subject to the Democratic primary. He promises prompt courteous impartial service and a retrictive campaign with visits to voters. A Mendoza section notes rain beneficial for grain crops after a dry spell.
A Bosque County candidate announces re election for Tax Collector amid Democratic primary. He thanks voters for support, stresses prompt efficient service, emphasizes familiarity with county records and state statutes, and asks voters to evaluate his past performance before voting.
B. McPherson announces candidacy for district judge of the Eighteenth Judicial District and re election to Bosque County Commissioner Bonds. He cites tenure as Johnson County judge, legal training at the University of Texas, and calls for an honest economical impartial administration while inviting voter investigation.
The article notes D Pruston and ex sheriff weight in Clifton for a Wednesday gathering. It mentions a Democratic primary next July and a record column announcing the sheriff candidacy subject to voters. It references Benane county service and a local hatchery opening for the peak season.
County official W H Bonds seeks a 62nd term as Precinct 8 County Commissioner promising faithful service and efficiency with two more years of experience. Reports say he has been a good commissioner despite limited access to land and mineral resources, aiming to remain a trusted taxpayer ally. Also notes an upcoming Clifton College Orchestra concert and a poultry-raising ad from Texas with prices.
The Record lists political announcements under Democratic primary rules. Names include Polk Drury Weeks John E Robertson Mack Bertelson Wallace Duncan Lumpkin Gandy, for Sheriff Lowry 8 Lewis re election Thornt on W W Wright, Precinct 4, Pierce Richards re election, Maggie B Little for District Clerk Chas M Gandy re election, W W Odle for County Judge Joe K McSpadden Burrell F P Word re election Arnold Brandon was a business visitor in Meridian Monday.
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