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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1909
Page
2
Clifton Record notes Robert L Baldridge entry as second class mail matter at Clifton Texas with Friday morning postal status and annual subscription price of one dollar.
A Granbury News letter urges bankers and business men to back local papers in resisting government postal schemes. The piece argues against the parcels post, noting its potential harm to local business, and calls for civic patronage. It also references Morgan and Clifton editors and includes a segue into Dr. Shoop Health Coffee promotions with a coupon offer.
Senator E B Mayfield will open practice in Meridian area after receiving law license from the State Board of Examiners in Austin. He built a reputation as an orator and lawmaker, authoring key laws during the thirtieth and thirty first legislatures, and friends wish him success. Dr Shoop’s Restorative is promoted as a nerve-targeted remedy with a five to ten day trial and is sold by Price and Grimland.
A copperhead bit a little girl twice on the ankle while prospectors and families camped at a Bosque bridge near the area. Dr Marshall treated her, and the group continued their journey after a few hours. No word has come from them since Meridian departure.
An advertised tonic claims to cure diarrhoea dysentery and all bowel ailments in infants. Sold by Price and Grimland.
The horse belonging to Dr. Lillard escaped from its tether in front of Rogers' drug store on Monday afternoon and bolted down the street. It broke from the buggy and led a dusty wild run, nearly as fast as cars on the main thoroughfare. The animal slipped several times after the rain but was not injured.
The 2K of P picnic saw several lodge representatives from across the county gather for music by the Texas Central band and a large dinner. R. B. Ridgeway spoke on Pythianism and Mrs. N. L. Smitham addressed the crowd for the Pythian Sisters. A county meeting closed the day to form a permanent organization and plan next year’s picnic.
Bert R Lean of Cheney Washington details his battle with severe lung trouble, failing with a Spokane specialist and a California visit before using Dr Kings New Discovery which cured him. The remedy treats lung trouble bronchitis coughs colds asthma croup and whooping cough priced 50 cents and 1 trial bottle free. Guaranteed by Price Grimland.
Miss Ruby Head sustained a forearm fracture after her horse stumbled and threw her during an outing with her mother. The accident occurred Thursday evening while en route from J. B. Norman’s home to W. L. Massey’s place. She and Miss Clara Norman were involved and felt significant pain the next morning, according to Walnut Springs Herald.
Farmers and mechanics suffer minor injuries and delays but Acutera brain injuries may heal in one third less time with Chamberlains Liniment. The remedy eases sprains soreness or rheumatic pains and prevents blood poisoning if applied before inflammation. For sale by all druggists.
A mother’s view on her son blends desire for pure heart and life with unconditional love. She rejects perfect perfection but vows daily guidance and faith that her son’s deeds will bless his journeys and endure beyond his life.
An ad text notes relief from stomach trouble and dyspepsia using Dr King s New Life Pills. It claims improved appetite, strong nerves, and healthy vigor as stomach liver and kidneys function well. Price at Price & Grimland.
A 5 am gale, among the strongest in McGregor history, damaged small buildings and awnings, knocked down shade trees, and frightened residents. Corn was flattened nationwide, rain totaling an inch added to over three inches for the month, but drought persists.
A vintage remedy sold by Price & Grimland promotes easy use to regulate bowels and relieve headaches. Contains claims of relief and health benefit with no additional details.
In Quanah a new businessman failed to advertise and hardly anyone knew he existed. A local solicitor was rebuffed when urging promotion, and the man soon sold out, showing the high cost of neglecting advertising. The successor noted the town’s lack of awareness of the original entrant.
An old promotional notice touts Chamberlain’s Coke Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a reliable cure for diarrhoea. It claims two doses will relieve an attack and notes a 25 cent price, available from all druggists.
Mr. Sidney Kern and Miss Maggie Gardner were quietly married Sunday night at the bride’s mother’s home in the city with Rev. T. Bryant officiating. The bride and groom, both described as congenial and respectable, plan to make Walnut their home.
Grandpa Lreland, 81 years old, who lived with his son near Walnut, suffered a stroke last Sunday and died Thursday evening. Funeral services will be held at Walnut cemetery this afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. J T Bryant.
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