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Clifton Record

Location

Clifton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 12, 1940

Page

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Unclear fragments reflect family visitors and local events

Fragmented notes show Mrs Peterson of Dallas visiting relatives and friends such as Ottis Tyler and Otis Prelerson, with many names and places obscured. References mention fishing on the Babs River, trips to Eldon, and social visits by H. Mannon, Kronstad, Hastings, Jenson, and others over several days.

Leprard Peiterson Dallanta Hia John Hobie Arer Teed Mry Ottis Tyler Astin Prelerson Dallas Mieiall Rewberr Ollie Alhudribo A. W Eas Mim Palmar Erickaon Rita Wit Don Donald Ata Mtr Min Baill Erickaen Eldion Mannon Mower Kronstad Hastings Jenson May Dan Odom Grit Dallas

Visit of Clifton Lutheran club members noted at meeting

An invited group including Rev M Z Fennion and Rev J At Morrow attended Clifton’s Lutheran club meeting on Tuesday. Jon O Pederson of Minden presented an application for transfer of membership to the local club.

Clifton Adios Tromanuel Prwtfo Rev. M. Z Fennion Eso Claire Win George Bebe Sacramento Cal Plainview W. R McDowell I Rev J. At. Morrow Fort Yey Bennett Morrow Fort Werk Clark Mr. Stone Port Worth Odie Cy Paderwon K. Stiamoresky Chiton Jon Odie C. Pederson Minden Visiwore Ailion Hronstad Red Crome

Bride of Cart Caldwell Mist Wilms Shepherd Wed in Ring Ceremony

Bride of Cart Caldwell Mist Wilms Shepherd, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. Shepherd of Fairy, married Carl Bar on Caldwall in a ring ceremony at the groom’s home Sunday evening July 7. Rev. Gerald Trasnell officiated at Clifton Baptist Church. Guests attended and a reception followed at the groom’s parents’ home with lace tableware, floral decorations, and a tiered cake.

Mist Wilms Shepherd Rmhepherd Fairy Carl Baron Caldwall Gerald Trasnell Clifton Baptist Church Metsted Hotor Theo’ Thompson Ouvin van Bert Man Lew Harmpean Nara Meg Hopeon Jack Hopwatt Perry Dae Vidoon Mound Oliver Hoppon Mra Vick Dude Hopson Dallue Jim ‘Mitchell Fort Worth Robert Nance Brady RW. Caldwell Clifton Carl Burton Caldwell Mixa Wilma Kilew Johnson Old Mexico Corpus Christi Ike Smith Robert Lee Amelig Pi Leta Arlington Viewtore A.B. Hix MD. Heidel Chatha Waco Chatham Cameron Park Chester Hardwick Valley Mills Alfred Hardwick Toenday Aire Gus Grima St Huvilin Jue Uy Joe Ryan G. C. Ferguson Veron Goeste Ryan J. D. Rysu Sul Little Son Hico Mine Elfiede Turner Labbock C.K. Ward and Sons Charles K

Deadline Set For Free Cotton Closing And Market News Service

Farmers in Texas and Oklahoma urged to apply for free cotton closing and market news service. State offices report growing interest with over 21 000 members benefiting last year. applications due August 1 for Texas High Plains and August 18 for the Eastern Oklahoma region. County agents or the Agricultural Marketing Service provide forms and instructions by mail or in person.

Dallas Kennedy Gates Ratvon Improvement Tesae Oklahoms Mall of Texan High

Bosque County Tops Red Cross Drive Total $1000

Bosque County donors, led by Clifton with 476 dollars, surpassed the Red Cross quota. The report praises community support and confirms receipt of the full 1000 dollar goal plus additional gifts and notes some minor reporting errors for correction.

Bosque County Red Cross Clifton

Bosque County Bankers Meet A Momentous Assembly

The Bosque County Bankers Association held a social meeting at the Coy Pack on a pleasant evening, with nearly every county bank represented. Entertainment included light decor and a barbecue feast prepared by J. W. Denton and Janaawiate, followed by simple, cheerful activities. The association invited members to meet at Valley Mila for the next regular gathering.

Boaque County Bankers Assosiation J. W. Denton Janaawiate Valeey Mila

Ban On Federal Loses Eye

A man named Summerford was injured when a sliver entered his eye causing immediate blindness. He was taken to a local hospital then transferred to Eye Specialist Hospital in Waco for examination and treatment. He remained under care at Hillcrest Hospital after the procedure and hoped for full recovery.

Herman Summertord Orem Moray Summerford Waco Fem Summeford

John Ragedale Dies in McGregor Obituary Notice

Local obituary notes the death of John Ragedale in McGregor. The brief item lists age and funeral details withheld in this fragment, with no additional biographical specifics available.

Mra John Ragedale McGregor

Bosque County Farmers Benefit From Land Bank Rate Cut

Bosque County farmers will save about 400 dollars yearly due to a temporary reduction in interest rates on Land Bank and Commissioner loans. The 1.2 percent rate will run for two years through June 10, 1942, lowering costs from contract levels and increasing purchasing power amid farming and industry benefits.

Jenson Bosque and Meridian National Farm Loan Association Bosque County Feder Land Bank Land Bank Compris Jnioner Omura Inccomcil Land Bank Commie Washington A. G. Black Gorsimorack

Old Settlers Reunion And Picnic Draw Big Crowd

The Old Settlers Reunion and Picnic on July 4 at Pool Mark near Clifton drew a large attendance. Ed Handley of Clifton presided over the program beneath the live oak tree where Beague County officers were organized in 1854. B. A. Tweedy was named provident for another year, with he arranging officers in towns and communities. The gathering featured speeches, honors to history, and plans to improve the grounds, extend the park, and add a new windaway drive.

Penie Weld Pool Mark Clifton B. A. Tweedy van Ald Meg. Mayden Edwards RE. A. Tweedy Valley Mills Isitory Windaway

Postmaster Bronstad Reports Postal Increase

Postmaster Bronstad notes a fiscal year end of June 20 for the United States Post Office Department with Clifton area statistics showing a 390.10 rise over last year. The report highlights 422 money orders, 148 percent increase, 1007 special deliveries, 759 insured items, and 437 registered pieces, underscoring public engagement and the department as a major national business.

United States Post Offce Department Cliftore Clifton Fie Pym Auly Youe Post United States Hia Department of Government America

Meridian Court and Local News Absent absentee voters begin July primary

Absentee voting for the first primary to be held Saturday July 27 started Monday the eighth and will run through Wednesday the 24th. Local social notes record weddings visits and travels as families from Clifton Cameron Park Valley Mills and Veron gather and depart, with many named residents and kin listed.

Congressman Poage Addresses Crowd in Home Visit

Congressman Poage spoke to a large crowd on his return to the district detailing the war situation in Europe and its impact on the United States. He emphasized duty to inform residents about national affairs and praised the hard workers who supported his report from the National War Effort.

Bob Ponce Distri Congress Clifton Laws Hwoia Poage Europe United States

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