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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1927
Page
1
A Pleasant Hill column records weather aiding a corn crop, school travel to Dallas, visits by Henkelman and Prescher families, a fatal infant illness, fishing trip with friends, and a severe but friendly church gathering marking a pastor's homecoming. It notes a baby’s death and local social events at Manuel Lutheran Church with upcoming activities.
In two elections Friday the Clifton Independent School District approved a maintenance tax and bond to cover the whole district. A total of 227 votes were cast with about 15 percent for and 6 percent against. County trustees had consolidated Terrell with Clifton, making the election mainly a formality for the expanded district.
H A Nelson notes a Clifton wool pool sent fifty thousand pounds to market, topped prices in the district, and urges fellow growers to diversify. He praises the Clifton pool for securing strong wool values and offers ongoing help to growers in the future.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Junior C. E. 5:00 p.m. Intermediate 7:15 p.m. Evening Worship 8:16 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday 8:15 p.m. Vacation Bible School begins June 20 for three weeks, five mornings weekly from 8 to 11. Classes for children ages four to four. Bible lessons, missionary stories, singing, hymn stories, supervised play and handiwork.
Proceedings in Bosque County Commissioners Court document cooperative funding with the U S Department of Agriculture to eradicate predatory animals. The record lists numerous approved claims for expenses, licenses, and services, including utilities, printing, medicine, and local vendors, with many named individuals and firms. Local notices cover Baptist church activities and community visits, naming residents and visiting figures across Meridian and nearby towns.
A fragmentary notice introduces a topic titled the Mivriomary Dieter with mentions of Virginia Oewaid and a scripture Sammon Ahatt. The readable text shows names and phrases without clear context or event details. Further content is unreadable.
A Rasputin of local tidbits from Cranfills Gap reports visits by Chel L Olson and Canute Olson to renew ties with returning locals. Mrs Robert Tullis of Waco delivered a lecture on the Plage of Texay, detailing flags and regimental histories, in talks echoing her Daughter of the Republic role. Neighbors recall a barn and truck fire at Mr S W Prather’s home, likely sparked by a short circuit, with insured losses. local baseball sees Gatesville beaten in a 12 inning thriller 18 to 17 as Aston Tindall shines on the mound. The Young People’s Society plans a church basement meeting to elect delegates to the Texas Connellia League.
A reader submits a garbled, accusatory passage blaming the neighbor and the other families for misconduct. The text laments various family faults and criticizes religious figures for failing to maintain respect.
The Texas Louisiana Power Co advances a 2000 watt six phase line through north Meridian with one half acre purchased from Ida Lumpkin for right of way. Completion from Hico to Meridian will close the gap to Walnut Springs and Gliton towns will be served from the central station at Head. The firm settles right of way disputes with Fussell and Rodasill to avoid contract delays. Meridian Tribune notes the line's promise to spur local industry growth.
Mise Madeline Ringness wed Alvin Thompson Thursday evening June 9 at Norse Lutheran Church. Sister Ire Lambert was matron of honor. Della Nelson maid of honor. bridesmaids included Pearl Golden Alice Ringreau Belinda Hoff and Lote Hoel. Flower girls Vergie Lambert Alma Thompson. Vernon Ray Lambert ring bearer. Groomsmen Eddie Ringnews Mervin Dahl Joseph Nelson Claude Thompson. ushers Ten Risgnew Toby Thompcoe. Rev Elmer R Larvon performed ceremony. Rays mond Rostad accompanied. Belle Rogniad played wedding march. Bride wore white silk voile gown with rhinestone ornament and tulle veil. bouquet of bride's roses.
Heavy rains began Monday morning and continued through Tuesday, disrupting the workers council meeting and dampening community events. Local families including the Gormans and Kellys visited, while the Cove Creek Home Demonstration Club showcased garden products at D. Rainbolt as Rex Moorman rests at home in town.
The passage discusses language change and popularity of expressions, noting the spread of vulgar terms and the impact of preachers and writers. It references Arethesia and a debate on weakest words, with mention of the "ain't" contraction and evolving speech patterns.
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