20 Jul 1934
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1934
Page
1
A damaged passage discusses the act of voting and the counting of ballots. It mentions protests over who challenges a vote and the law surrounding ballot integrity, with phrases about the proper hearing and determination of the vote.
The twenty fifth annual Farmers Short Course to be held at College Campus July 30 to August 3. Free to all interested with practical sessions on farm work livestock crops and dairy products. Special courses limited enrollment cover handicrafts textiles and home demonstration. Delegates invited from nearby towns and clubs to attend meetings of the state association.
Olive Morrie of Bowque county leads with a top state score in the 4-H demonstration program. Marton and Jatebtion agents present gold club pins as the county reco rds reflect strong cooperative work in food production and preservation.
A Wednesday evening gathering in Basque County drew a large crowd to hear Congressman Cross speak on the Meridian courthouse lawn. The event featured music by a Morgan band, brief remarks by H. J. Curvton of Meridian, and strong displays of support as residents urged continuation of Democratic leadership and national policy alignment.
A drouth devastated Bosque County cattleherd ACODENT is mentioned as the federal government plans to buy. The report details a fatal highway crash near Valley Mills involving M. Mc Wonsie a Meridian rancher. State officials note the curve remains dangerously banked and has caused previous injuries.
Bert Kruse a Cayote youth about 21 reports he was ambushed by two young men, Mile Baker and Daglay Dunley of Witco, who coerced him to surrender $20.10 and clothing then fled toward the Lander farm road after a staged robbery scene. Authorities, including Jim Baker, investigated the incident and followed leads to Taunton and OCC camp plans.
Congressman Cross and Senator Connally led a drive with county agents and ranchers to secure drought relief for Coryell Falls Milam Bell Bosque and McLennan counties. Telegrams to Secretary Wallace urged prompt investigation and inclusion in drought relief programs.
A murky digest of sports notes highlights Whitney leading early with strong pitching by Majer. The text references multiple players and teams in a chaotic OCR fragment, noting possible game action, defenses, and efforts from various individuals.
The document lists Democratic party candidates and pledged supporters for various statewide and local offices in Texas. Names include Jos W Bailey Jr, Tom Connally, Guy B Fisher, C McDonald, James Y Allred, Tom F Hunter, Edward K Russell, Maury Hughes, Walter F Woodul, Joe Moore, Walter Woodward, William McCraw, Clyde E Smith, George M Sheppard, J J Patterson, Dolph B Tillison, Manley H Mills, Kay Griffin, Charley Lockhart, H Walker, Walter E Jones, and John Punt, with roles in governor lieutenant governor attorney general comptroller treasurer land commissioner railroad commissioner and supreme court.
Bosque County linked to federal drought relief plan. County Agent C L Wilken says about 20 000 head of stock may be bought under relief program. Cattle must be penned for two pens for sorting. Local appraiser and federal veterinarian will assess and buy cattle fit for travel to Kansas City.
Meridian voters learn the July 25 election day for the Fourth District and candidates. County Clerk reports 38 absent voters registered and 13 mailed certificates yet to be returned. Marriage licenses issued to several couples and note of local visits by officials and residents.
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