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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
1
John Deere Disc Plows are praised for strength in tough soils. The ad notes a rigid frame, secure nut locking, maintained disc alignment, and ample clearance for turning, promising reliable performance with high wheel clearance and reduced field trash buildup.
The Queen Theatre features Daredevil Jack and The Challenge of Chance with Willard, Dempsey titles, Broken Melody, The Temple at Dusk, Please Get Married, Slippery Stickers, Romance of the Air, Daughter of Two Worlds, Feet Lights and Shadows, and more. Matinees Saturdays at 3 pm. Also notes a Methodist Church service and evening events.
Morgan Texas June 16 funeral services for J A Morgan a Bosque County pioneer were held here with Maxons at the grave. Surviving children include Mrs James A Buie Fort Worth L D Morgan Austin W T C Morgan M C Morgan Morgan Mix H Parks Waxahachie J Clayton Cleburne Mrs Roger Ross Weldon and Miss Heatrice Morgan plus many grandchildren. A M Harris and bride are visiting as newlyweds on a honey moon trip.
Frank Jones and Mika Annie Velma Cooper were married on Thursday June 16 at Clifton Baptist Church with Pastor J P Gilliam officiating. The couple planned a brief bridal tour and announced they would reside at an unspecified home after the ceremony. Local readers offered best wishes to the newlyweds.
Local notes show residents visiting from Harmony Craufile Gap and Martin area. Reports of illnesses include Li Grippe and logrippe. Plan announced to consolidate the Norse school with a new auxiliary near J N Calwiche, despite a 20 to 16 vote against Norse.
Stine Mary Arther visited Mfr and Med Le Dont Sun ny Mr. and Men. Martin Olton and family visited Mr. and Mrs. JL Dose Sunday. G. HL Cooper visited father and mother Mr. and Mrs. Whisenaot. Barney Arther’s Sunday night pensione. Rev. Gilliam of Clifton preached at 8 10 Sunday afternoon. Mr. A G Gilliam praised the service. Few were present but all enjoyed. He will preach again on the 4th at 3:00. Mr. and Mrs. Charley Montgomery visited in the home of her father Mr and Mrs M Draper Saturday and Sunday. Leone diamerson has been off homie about two weeks. She will be here two more weeks. Summer school. Mr. and Mrs Albert Lawrence spent time in the home of Mr Charley Arther Sunday evening.
The home of H. Rive near the High School building suffered a heavy fire Tuesday around 10 40. Firemen from Clifton VFC contained the blaze after quick action, saving most of the structure and nearly all household goods. Insurance coverage is noted for the loss.
The article notes strong world demand for Fordon tractors, with Ford Motor Company unable to meet all needs in 1919 and predicting higher production in 1920. It describes tractors selling fast, with other makers underutilized and stockpiles of unsold units. Ford’s rapid production is highlighted as outpacing competitors. The piece also mentions two local life events: a marriage of John Ludwig and Leona Kane and plans to reside in Clifton after a brief visit to Waco.
The Rice family expresses deep thanks to the people of Clifton for their kindness shown during and after their house was destroyed by fire last Tuesday.
Regina Chapter No 289 of the Order of Eastern Star installed its officers on a Tuesday night led by Worthy Matron Mrs Ethel Hill and Worthy Patron Mr Tommie Hill. Other officers include Secretary Ora Lee Bettie Treasurer J M Jenson Conductress Earle Cheatham Associate Conductress Eva Moore Chaplain Annie Glass Marshall Mary Swilllog Organist Marguerite Bortom Ada Nellie Pederson Rath Willie Summers Eathvr Lissie Jenaon Martha Jennie Neel Electra Laszie Mae Tyngion Warder Ella Major and Sister C H Pederson.
Mr Marshall Hayen and Misa Amp Nelson of Clifton were married last Saturday in Wa 4 and returned home that evening. Hayes, a Clifton resident since early last year, worked as a mechanic with the pipeline project. The bride, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Neal Nelson of Clifton, is praised for her charm and long ties to the community. The couple plans to move to Kansas City after their honeymoon.
Notice from C. B. McCoy of Chifwn Texas asking for information on the whereabouts of a red and white spotted Durham bull with drooped horns and a nose ring no brand. Rewards offered. Public notice appears in the Dalise News. Subscription price listed as 42.60 per year.
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