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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1906
Page
4
Clifton Texas town records and public notices dated July 27 1906 are summarized from the Clifton Record listing local government actions and community notices for residents. This item records official notices and routine matters affecting Clifton citizens.
A line of covered wagons bundles families including children heading through town. Residents speculate the caravan may be bound to visit relatives on the road, signaling a family journey rather than a local event.
G. J. Gibbs predicts many unemployed county men will be available after tomorrow to clear the cotton crop, but the speaker doubts this group is suitable for weed killer work.
The piece urges voters to consider ability and dedication when choosing county leaders. It notes some candidates endure long campaigns and financial strain, while others lack suitable work options, and it argues against electing those unfit due to age or health. It calls for choosing men capable of managing the county satisfactorily.
Jim Buckley, candidate for county clerk, pushes through the county Wednesday with determined aims to win tomorrow. A boy was bitten by Mr Wiederanders’ dog. Cooper killed the dog to prevent further harm. Hawkes crystal glasses advertised with satisfaction guaranteed. Revival at Clifton invites Baptists to join in Christ’s work. Camp McClelland hosted a watermelon cut with many locals enjoying games and dances. S. A. Lindquist moved his restaurant to the Pridke Building. Methodist box supper planned for Aug 2 at the Water Mill with sandwiches cakes pies deviled eggs chips and cold drinks. ride from Mrs. P. E. Schow. If rain, rescheduled to Aug 3.
A newspaper ad states Clifton Water Works offers good wages and targets female readers by arguing ads save time and money. A quoted lady notes women prefer newspaper listings over shopping trips to learn prices and availability, suggesting ads help keep spending local.
A meeting of democratic voters from precinct No 5 is set for August 24 at 4 PM in H E Lockett Co office in Clifton to elect delegates to the county convention. W H Kay chairs Precinct 15. Special Presbyterian services draw large crowds with Dr Clyce preaching and Austin College Quartette singing.
Mrs. Ruby L. Alexander died at her Meridian residence on Wednesday July 1 at 10 p.m. She was the wife of D. M. Alexander. Her remains were interred at Meridian Cemetery yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. D. Hendrickson. A longer notice will appear in next week's Meridian Tribune.
When thirsty or hungry give O. B. Hendrix a call. The best drinks are served at his fountain. Short orders will be served any hour of the day.
The Postoffice Department rejects monopoly claims on approved rural mail boxes. About 199 manufacturers offer 299 styles priced from 0 to 4 dollars, averaging around 1. Boxes must be galvanized iron or steel, meet standard thickness, be weatherproof, and receive inspection and approval. Patrons may make and have their boxes approved locally. an amendatory order will require patron made boxes to be approved at the county post office.
An Oklahoma editor explains the scale of wealth with a playful description of a million dollars in silver dollars. He says a stack reaches about 267 feet high, laid end to end would require an eleven mile walk, and the pile of silver dollars would be a mile and a half high, noting they tested it one night before the bed slat broke.
Help wanted advertisement seeking male applicants for Clifton Water Works positions. Offers good wages and stable employment with intake details likely provided by the local notice.
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