16 Jul 1943
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1943
Page
1
A lengthy trial in Clifton featured Joe Salinas charged with a sex assault and robbery as the jury deliberated into the night. The defendant faced the electric chair after testimony detailed the assault near Valley Mintix, with the jury receiving closing arguments from both sides and a verdict looming late Monday.
War Department official Col Rhinehart from North Texas recruiting in Dallas urges that women volunteer for the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps to replace drafted soldiers. He argues women can perform many Army jobs, easing the burden on fathers and families, and notes WAAC limits on mothers with children under 14.
A forecasted inch of rain fell Tuesday affecting area farms. Corn in some stages showed limited benefit while late green corn likely gained. Farmers expect a heavier oat yield as pastures greened and crops refreshed by the rainfall.
Waco July 14 Advices indicate Senator Tom Connally will reach his home city Martin later this week. En route to Martin Connally and Mrs Connally rode in a Teanekans, former home of Mrs Connally. On Monday July 19 Renata Connally will reopen his Texas office at Martin, in charge of Raymond Barnett, secretary, previously with the Office of Price Administration Port Worth.
A Clifton reader shares a long letter recounting community concerns and activities. The missive mentions local groups, meetings, and efforts to engage residents, inviting participation and highlighting upcoming events and contact details.
The notice lists ration coupon expirations from July to October includingJuly 1 for base A gasoline Stamp 21 and Ration Book 4 canning cotton, July 4 H stamps, July 11 F stamps, August 7 N P and forty-eight points for processed foods, August 15 Stamp 1 1/2 Book 1 five pounds, August 31 tire inspection deadlines, October 11 canning wartime stamps 15 and 16, and October 31 tire inspection for rationing bookholders.
The American Legion Auxiliary met to elect officers for the forthcoming term. Presiding officer Mrs. F. J. Bradntreet was named President with Miss Belle Reg indnd as Vice President, Mrs. Jack Helm as Secretary and Treasurer, Mrs. Osest Gangsbel as Sergeant-at-Arms, Mrs E.R. Stanford as Chaplain, Mrs. Jesee M. Tironstad as Historian, and Mrs. hf iM as Reporter.
Rev Thorson and Mrs Thorson bid farewell to many friends after sermons at Our View Lutheran Church and NervE Church as they prepare to move to Climax Minnesota. They retire due to age and desire for a younger pastor. The community wishes them well and notes their support for War Bonds and Stamps.
Below normal feed harvest expected in Clifton region amid favorable cotton conditions. Oats wheat yields vary, hay baling nearly done, stock conditions improve, and sheep and mohair markets show activity. American Legion officers elected for 1944 and programs discussed, including phonograph record drives and cigarette fund efforts for service members.
Purposes Of Lions Clubs stressed as new officers take up duties at Clifton Lions Club meeting on July 13 1943. New officers listed include President Hike T Aare first vice president John Newton public relation RL Baldridge and many committee chairs. Audit report praised secretary treasurer records. officers confirmed.
Mrs P E Schow of Austin writes to the Record about three children in the service of Uncle Sam. Ret John Butler Schow stationed in the Finance Division, U S Army in New Orleans was hospitalized July 10 for a medical condition. Karl Schow serving aboard a merchant ship in the Indian region sent word home. Mrs Nohy Benow Glew assists with valent events while employed locally.
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