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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1935
Page
4
A damaged fragment details a death in Tyler from a railroad accident near Madisonville and a separate note on Weyerhaeuser kidnappers linked to a 200000 dollar crime. It mentions funeral rites, a Lutheran service in Norse, and a list of pallbearers, plus vague crime connections and exconvicts.
A local committee reports progress on an athletic field project, noting ticket sales have reached a stated amount and urging continued support. Names of organizers and details about seating and venue plans are referenced but not clearly specified.
Justice James C. McReynolds of the United States Supreme Court toasted President Roosevelt during a Tennessee Bar Association event in Nashville. He praised the constitution as the foundation of liberty and urged a toast to the president, while noting the court faces intense difficulties yet remains guided by honor, integrity, and courage.
Pierce County Prosecutor Harry W. Johnston says the two apprehended suspects in the 9 year old George Weyerkweuser kidnapping case will face trial in Tacoma this September. He demands the death penalty for all principals with no compromise on lesser penalties.
Mrs Emilie Sager passed away leaving eight children and many grandchildren. The funeral was held by Hey Halnvich Rest with services at Clifton cemetery beside her husband. Survivors include Therann Wille Pred Chars Tigie Mins Blaie Bager Annle Seinidve Martha Katte and others. Pallbearers listed and community sympathy extended in verse about no death.
The article reports on a Grass Roots convention where Republicans outline strategy against Roosevelt era policies. It notes the need to present reestablishment of American political and social ideals while avoiding a Dew Deal approach, with Democrats warned to pursue good government over party gains. It mentions local political and social figures and upcoming revival events at Valley Bila and Los Angeles venues.
The county judges Mrm J B Robertson and Sirs L A Dunlap presided over the final judging of women’s home demonstration rooms. Nine rooms were developed, and awards were given to top participants by rank, recognizing outstanding effort and expenditures in making the displays comfortable and attractive.
Rev A G Wiedermenders active in Texas Lutheran College envition Inspiring will teach at Lutheran College this fall. He reached the finals against Perry Dawson at the State Peachers College Alpine Texas. Dawson won but Wiedermenders impressed with scores 5 8 85 68 63. He also played on the varsity tennis team later entering the Zocah Tourney to measure skills with Abilene and Ban An elo.
A detailed social note describes two couples hosting a lawn reception at 2816 Parrott Avenue with a pink and white theme. Attendees included Mrs. John Hatch and Dr. Al O Mancake among many relatives and friends from Granger, Breskinridge, Wilmington, and Albuquerque. The event followed a marriage earlier in the week involving community figures and educators.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a lottery patronage in Cranulla Texas during June. Names and exact details are unclear, but indicates a price line or entry fees and a reference to an effector or homme involved in the event.
Mrs C A Cutienta expresses sincere thanks to friends for the many gifts and kind words received for her birthday on June 10 1985, noting appreciation and warm memories from that holiday.
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