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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1941
Page
3
Local notices cover visits, community gatherings, and a moving tribute to Johnnie Helms. A story thread details a remarkable recovery of J C Brown who regains sight after a severe electric accident, describing the shock, rehabilitation, and renewed appreciation for vision.
Governor W Lee O Daniel endorsed a plan by oil industry leaders to donate oil to Great Britain stating support is conditional on coordination with all parties and compliance with laws. He praised aiding the wartorn British government and awaiting Railroad Commission approval as details are settled. A digression notes a burn-related death of Augusta Kroger, 44, wife of Prite Keane of Maton County, from an explosion at her home. funeral Monday.
Congressman R Poage reports on House action denying authority to seize defense plants amid strikes. He notes opposition from some members, the Connally Amendment, and concerns over sustaining defense production. He describes conference hopes, tax bill delays, and ongoing Ways and Means discussions. He mentions travel to Texas, meetings, and a July 4 event.
Dr Geo W CoxState Health Officer notes infantile paralysis is largely a summer disease with most cases from July to October through June 80 thirty one cages reported to the State Health Department from city and county officers Direct contact spreads the virus though insect transmission suspected Animals seem resistant to human polio Early symptoms include headache fever vomiting drowsiness stiffness in neck and back Prompt care and reporting enable preventive measures Rehabilitation rests on continued exercise after the acute phase
timetable fragment lists routes among Temple Clifton Dallas Fort Worth with fares and times. Joe Hyde is listed as driver.
The article notes AustIn Julip Jobst and others were drafted by Trevis County and left by train for induction. A final physical exam will determine eligibility for immediate training. It mentions the first fortress on the coast and urges prompt isolation of suspected poliomyelitis cases, with warnings for families and physicians to act quickly.
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