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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1944
Page
3
Local residents report visits and holidays across Texas towns. Families like Mr. and Mrs. Dodgson, Mr. and Mrs. Ras, and others travel to see kin in Dallas, Waco, Aspermont, and Longview while drivers relocate to new jobs in Brookshire and Hearne.
On the Fourth at Pool Park a large gathering included J. W. Kelly and family from Waco with Rufus and J. M. Kelly, Pete Eselistion party from De Ridder, Terry Kelly group with Rayford Lee, Floyd Kelly clan from Grifton, Will Lacy of Whitney, Anna Marie May, Mignoina May Jones from Dallas, and Amy Nell May of Port Worth. The dinner featured noon-time dishes and attendees expressed hope to repeat the event next year.
A publisher ad seeks a buyer for Farmers State Bank of Meridian stock at around 69 cents on the dollar. The note claims a $160 share value, offers $100 and invites offers, with a fee for locating buyers.
Erie Proving Grounds Ohio July 1 Army ordnance experts demonstrate a 120 millimeter anti aircraft gun described as the largest yet, capable of high rate of fire. Officials say the 30 ton weapon surpasses prior artillery in performance and is tested for combat use.
A community dinner at Shantey Baptist Church honored Mildred for years of service. The event included reports on local activities, missions, and a note of appreciation from residents and families.
A grateful family expresses thanks for comforting sympathy and support after a loss. They acknowledge friends and the community for kind words and assistance during their time of bereavement. They extend appreciation to those who comforted them and helped with arrangements.
Fragmented local column lists names and family notes plus real estate transactions and survey details. Mentions Meridian Court, Kilgore visitors, and various land parcels with amounts, dates unclear, and multiple individuals, including Mrs Billie House and John Cox, connected to civic records and property deeds.
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