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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1909
Page
4
The item notes a postal marking at Clifton Texas with a second class matter designation and a Friday morning schedule noting an admission of one dollar in yuan.
Abundant rain persists with a twelve hour downpour renewing wet fields. Automobiles from neighboring counties seek Sosque roads to traverse, while Posque county showcases progressiveness and good citizenship to outsiders.
The Record explains bills are not a joke but a valid demand for payment from subscribers. It states it is not in the paper business for health but to receive money owed and to continue service until accounts are settled. It warns against ordering discontinuation after payment is made.
In a faded note the writer advises gentle handling of summer visitors who question farm life. It suggests they are naive but open to learning, and warns not to frighten them with city jokes about rural crossing hazards.
Board of trustees votes to establish a nine month free school this year with six teachers. A maintenance tax of 25 cents per $100, aided by state funds, is deemed sufficient to maintain operations at this time.
A Sunday morning cyclone formed near Zephyr Browntown and struck Brown County causing 32 deaths and over 50 injuries. A lumber yard fire from lightning destroyed a block and caused widespread damage. Brownwood relief parties rushed to aid survivors and assist stricken citizens. Reacting ad promotes Dr Shoop Rheumatic Remedy with a free book test offer.
Turnersville seniors note a fine rain Monday night and Tuesday aiding oat cutting amid short crops. Local residents travel to Gatesville and Denton for events and visits. Rev J W Bowden attends District Conference in Meridian. Miss Lessie Mitchell graduates at Girls Industrial School in Denton.
A slow rain last Monday soaked ground, with continued showers since then improving soil and crop outlook. Grain harvest has begun locally though oats and wheat are short due to a drought. Several residents and visitors are noted, including Miss Minnie Olsen, Mrs. Constance Grimland, Miss Nellie Anderson, Miss Lucile Grimland, and others attending events at local homes and Daniel Baker College Brownwood. Montgomery's show drew a large crowd and a Monday night performance occurred.
Neighbors and friends are thanked for kindness during our son's illness. We will always remember you. Mr. and Mrs F M Lockett and Ben Hutchinson and family moved from Kirbyville to Clifton, citing health reasons.
J G N Tanner shipped Red Poll yearlings to Dr Halbert in Waco. Mr Ashmore’s party entertained Saturday night. Jim Stapp and sister Vivia visited Mrs Simmons for the weekend. Mr and Mrs J H Harper spent Sunday on the Brazos for Mrs Harper’s health. H C Odle sent a car of fat lambs to Ft Worth. Corn cotton and cane planted last week show a good stand. pasture grass improves. Willie Watson ill. another heavy rain falls.
Miss Lola Standeter ends term at Crawford and returns home. Miss Daisy Pierce hosted young friends. Mrs. Bob Swilling returns from Cleburne. Rev Lt Windsor from Walnut Springs visits Meridian. Methodist Church District Conference held here with preachers from across the district. J T Griffith from Rogers shakes hands with friends. Mrs. S C Hudzieth and children visit sister in Cleburne. Wescoe and Charley Gritin of Kopper in Meridian. Pearl Bilis visiting Walnut Springs. John James of Kimball qualifies for Notary Public. James Thompson returns home from newspaper work. D M Buck offers watch and clock repair at Corner Drug Store.
Residents outside Clifton city limits seeking free school term benefits must contact trustees R. S. Clement W. H Black Ed Handley H. H. Baley Jno E Swenson J H Rekken or ad T Glass at once for eligibility information and enrollment guidance.
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