Buffalo Bill Gifted Ben Thompson Gold Pistol in 1881
Texas lawman Ben Thompson received a gold plated target pistol from Buffalo Bill Cody in June 1881. Their long friendship began in 1879 Austin engagements, included target practice and shared dangers, then Thompson rose to city marshal before a violent end in 1884. The pistol remains in private hands and is shown at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center.
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Sign Breaks and Billboards That Catch the Eye
Advertising insight from Clifton Record columnist who praises witty ads and memorable hooks. A McDonald’s 3D fry box billboard with a single word punch line “BUMMER” is highlighted, alongside humorous church sign messages in Clifton and Henry Texas. The piece argues wit plus price and demand drive buying, and urges local shopping.
Correction to Clifton Record Scholarship Cutline
A correction notes that a cutline in the last Clifton Record misidentified a scholarship as from the Sons of the American Legion. The award was actually given by the American Legion Post and not the auxiliary or its affiliate.
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Hypocrisy and Politicians Exposed in Modern Flirtations
A critique of hypocrisy in public life notes how politicians and leaders engage in cheating and flirtations across eras. It maps shifts from letters to calls, emails, and the Internet, arguing the core issue is duplicity and public moral posturing rather than private acts. The piece cites Kennedy, Monroe, Heidi Fleiss, and Bill Clinton as examples while calling out the disconnect between asserted standards and behavior.
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