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Newspaper

Clifton Record

Location

Clifton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1919

Page

5

Local and Personal Notices From Carpenter Bros and Community

Allison Miller visited relatives in Fort Worth last Sunday. G F Boone and family were in Turnersville Wednesday. W R Taylor and family are visiting relatives in Cleburne and Dallas this week. Oswald of route one reviews for the Record and Dallas News this week. Oscar J. Rea Co unloaded a car load of Case tractors here. Bring eggs and butter for top prices. Fresh box candies in store.

Allison Miller Fort Worth Oscar J. Rea & Co W. R. Taylor Cleburne Dallas H. G. Oswald Route One the Record Dallas ‘News

Cattle shipment reaches markets from Turnersville

E. S. Wallace of Turnersville arrived Wednesday with a cattle shipment bound for the markets.

E. S. Wallace Turnersville

Top re-covering and roof bringing offer by A G Gil

A G Gil advertises roof work inviting customers to bring their tops in for re covering. The note indicates a service offer with a casual price or timing reference.

A. G. Gil

Campbell Butler Attends State Christian Endeavor Convention

Campbell Butler visits San Antonio for the State Christian Endeavor Convention and reports a great time at the event with positive impressions and remarks about the gathering.

Campbell Butler San Antonio State Christian Endeavor

Carpenter Bros advertise repairs and jewelry and car seats

Martin's Blue Bug Killer and Blue Bug products are promoted by Carpenter Bros. Mrs. Clara Spaulding of Mc Kinney visits relatives on Monday. See our jewelry and car seat covers. Fred Morris visits from Meridian to Clifton friends. A. G. Gilliam promotes a wide selection. Canuteson pays annual dues for the Record.

Martin Carpenter Bros Tfe Tfc A. G. Gilliam

Clifton Make It Headquarters Visit Prompted

Mrs M B Robuck and her child ren visit relatives in Gaza and Turnersville while leaving their car at Clifton Make It headquarters.

The Clifton Make It

Lost brooch with nine diamonds in Clifton

A brooch containing nine diamonds was lost in Clifton. A finder should return it to Mrs A G Gill, 14 2, with directions to contact Mrs C K Bronstad. The note also mentions a Fort Worth visitor, a little daughter, staying as a guest of relatives and friends.

Clifton A. G. Gill

Tractor for sale at half price after three seasons

Oscar J. Rea & Co. sell a Case 10-20 tractor used three seasons for half the new price. Mrs. I. H. Turney, visiting daughter Mrs. Geo. F. Kornegay, is visiting relatives in Covington, Texas.

Oscar J. Rea & Co I. H. Turney Geo. F. Kornegay Covington, Texas

Fordson Tractor Price Cut to 750 F.O.B Factory

Henry Ford slices price on the Fordson Tractor to 750 dollars f o b factory. Prompt booking advised to secure allotment as demand intensifies.

Henry Ford A. G. Giljam

Book now limited allotment at factory sale

A fragmented note from A. G. Gilliam announces limited allotments and urges immediate action at the factory sale. The garbled text implies an early notice about reservations or bookings for items or access, stressing urgency and constraint.

Acto Fo. B. Factory Bits ‘Allottment Is A. G. Gilliam Ite

Bosque Hamilton Summer Normal Teacher Mentioned at Home

Mrs J M Bettis a Bosque Hamilton Summer Normal teacher was at home Sunday and Monday Hog prescription expells worms from your hogs and takes them healthy Guaranteed Sold by Carpenter Bros tf

J. M. Bettis Bosque- Hamilton Summer Normal Carpenter Bros

Edgewood resident expands home block with two more lots

N. T. Wallace purchased two additional parcels from H. A. Nelson this week, enlarging his Edgewood property to occupy an entire city block.

N. T. Wallace Edgewood H. A. Nelson

Meridian Abstract Co. Complete Abstract Service in Bosque County

Meridian Abstract Co of Meridian Texas offers prompt efficient completion of land abstracts for Bosque County. Full property histories and title summaries provided by a local firm serving area landowners and lawyers with reliable records and quick turnaround.

Meridian Abstract Co Meridian Texas Bosque County Tfc

Prather’s Dates Moved Up a Year in Advance

B. T. Prather, a friend of Rec ord’s on Route One, had his travel dates moved up a year in advance while he was in town Tuesday.

B. T. Prather Route One

Ford Motor Vehicles Promote Pleasure and Service

Mrs. Mary Gary returns to Fort Chatburn Ty after visiting her mother Mrs. Jonathan McFadden and other relatives. The ad copy urges readers to choose Fordson Tractor Ford Truck and Ford Car for complete Ford ownership pleasure and service.

Fordson Tractor Ford Truck Ford Car Ford A. G. Gilliam Mary Gary Fort Chatburn Ty Jonathan McFadden

Found cape found on Clifton and Crawfills Gap road

A woman's cape was found on Clifton and Crawfills Gap road. The owner may claim it by contacting the Record office and describing the item. An advertisement warns against buying unfamiliar items and promotes Case Separator or Tractor offerings by Oscar J. Rea & Co.

Clifton and Crawfills Gap Oscar J. Rea & Co

Bronstad Returns Home After France Discharge

Jesse M. Bronstad of the Engineer Corps arrived home Wednesday night from France after receiving his permanent discharge at Camp Bowie.

Jesse M. Bronstad Engineer Corps France Camp Bowie

Service at Clifton Garage Ad For Auto Parts

The Clifton Garage advertises oils gasoline casings inner tubes and accessories. It invites local customers to visit for automotive needs and expresses appreciation for business.

Clifton Garage Tfe

Oscar Gangshei Returns Home From Camp Bowie

Oscar Gangshei comes home Tuesday night from France after discharge at Camp Bowie. Friends greet him warmly and welcome him back.

Mrs Parks and Daughter Visit Ill Father

Mrs F J Parks and daughter Mrs W V Eugle returned home last Saturday from Abilene where they went to see Mr G F Parks, who is in real feeble health.

F. J. Parks W. V. Eugle Abilene G. F. Parks

Thresher and Domestic Coal Supply Declares Low Prices

Farmers Gin Co reports a ready supply of high quality coal for threshing and domestic use priced at 11 dollars per ton. Manager O M Bronstad notes the favorable market and urges customers to buy now for the harvest season.

Farmers Gin Co O. M. Bronstad Mgr

Mrs Hoover Returns Home After Ada Visit

Mrs J M Hoover goes back to her Ada Oklahoma home Monday following a short visit with her mother Mrs F J Parks and sisters Mesdames Kugle and Wood.

J. M. Hoover Ada Oklahoma F. J. Parks Mesdames Kugle and Wood

Clifton Rubber Co Half-Sole Tire Advice Beat Wear

An old Clifton Rubber Co. trade line promotes extending tire life by applying a Gates Half-Sole when tread is worn, claiming you get a better tire than a new one. The slogan emphasizes durable repair over replacement and markets tire maintenance products.

Clifton Rubber Co. Ite

Mrs Edgar of Sugar Land Visits with Sisters

Mrs W T Edgar of Sugar land visits with her sisters Mrs T O Swenson and Miss Maggie Lee Peterson. She and Mr Edgar recently moved Lee El Campo to their present time.

W. T. Edgar Sugarland T. O. Swenson Maggie Lee Peterson Mr. Edgar Lee el Campo

Wanted at once for two miles of nettin hog wire

A notice from Paul Seedig of Route 1 Clifton Texas seeking about two miles of second-hand nettin hog wire in good condition. He offers to trade a good mare and cover the difference for first class wire.

Paul Seedig Clifton, Tex

Miss Ready Nichol Accepts Lub bock Teaching Post

Miss Ready Nichol of Denton has graduated and accepted a position as teacher of Domestic Science and Domestic Art in the Lubbock school for the next term.

Ready Nichol Denton Miasy Lubbock

Tire technology promises safer drives and calmer minds

The Gates Half tire claims to reduce anxiety by stabilizing handling and boosting consumer confidence. The feature emphasizes steady performance under varied conditions, aiming to minimize worry for drivers and extend tire life.

Hottie Returns to Cha Arthur Tuesday

A brief note records Hottie returning to Cha Arthur on Tuesday. No further details are provided about location or purpose.

Cha ‘Hottie Arthur Tuesd

Lockett Grants Dollar to Old Home Paper on Tuesday

Lockett called Tuesday and left a dollar for his old home paper, planning to support it for another year. The brief note names the person and gesture, reflecting a continued connection with the publication.

BE. Lockett

Miss Monette Tilley Visits Mrs Carpenter in Waco

Miss Monette Tilley of Waco is a guest of her sister Mrs Dr J Owen Carpenter. She is staying at their home, accompanying social visits and family time in the city.

Monette Tilley Waco J. Owen Carpenter

Mrs E Ss Parks Called North East Texas Visit

Mrs E Ss Parks was summoned to East Texas Monday due to the serious illness of her sister, prompting travel for family care and support.

E. Ss. Parks East Texas

Mrs Clarence Carpenter Visit in Hico

Mrs Clarence Carpenter and her young daughter Lela Fay are visiting relatives in Hico this week.

Clarence Carpenter Lela Fay Hico

Irish Potatoes Sale Notice and Soldier Return

We plan to buy a car of Irish potatoes next week. For sale inquiries see N. E. ove lady at Clifton Produce Company. Duke Halverson has returned to Camp Bowie from France with the Thirty-Sixth Division and is expected home today.

N. E. Ove Clifton Produce Company Duke Halverson Camp Bowie France N. E. Lovelady Lake

Breckenridge Work Couple Visit Clifton Produce

Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Killion, who have stayed at Breckenridge for several weeks while Mr. Killion works there, are home for a few days. They may be seeking items to sell, and inquiries should be directed to N. E. Lovelady at Clifton Produce Company.

H. H. Killion Breckenridge Mr. Killion

Clifton Soldier Emmett Stewart Returns Home

Emmett Stewart, one of the Clifton boys who has been in France, has received his discharge from the service. He is now visiting relatives in Hico and will be here in a few days.

Emmett Stewart Clifton France Hico

John Kane Heads to Dallas to Visit Returning Brother

John Kane traveled to Dallas on Wednesday morning to meet a brother coming home from France. He plans to visit relatives in Denton County before returning.

John Kane Dallas France Denton County

Ministers Enjoy East Texas Trip With Frying Pan

Rev. Geo F Kornegay and Dan D White returned home Monday after an automobile trip to East Texas and Louisiana. They took along their frying pan and other camping gear and report having a pleasant outing.

Geo. F. Kornegay Dan D. White Texas Louisiana

Louis Hauke Returns Home From Camp Bowie

Louis Hauke, after more than a year in France, came home Wednesday with his discharge at Camp Bowie. He has many Clifton friends glad to see him back after his service to the country.

Oscar Gangshei France Camp Bowie Oscar Louis Hauke Camp Bowie Louis Clifton

Clifton Produce Company Ad Promises Best Grades in Produce

A compact ad from Clifton Produce Company boasts superior grading and service for the produce trade in Bosque County. It emphasizes their exclusive focus on produce and invites suppliers to use their service.

Bosque County Clifton Produce Company Itc

Jeanes Party from Coyote Hints at Record Date Change

Mr and Mrs J W Jeanes accompanied by Mrs Butler visited Monday from Coyote and stayed until the night train to meet Joe Butler who arrived from France. Mr Jeanes requested dates on the Record be changed.

J. W. Jeanes Mrs. Butler Coyote Joe Butler France Mr. Jeanes

Clifton Bakery ad promises fresh bread at groceries except Oscar J Rea Co

Local ad promotes Clifton made bread from City Bakery with butter cakes and pies available to order. Fresh daily, sold at most Clifton grocery stores except Oscar J Rea & Co. Phone 120 for orders. tfc Lae)

Clifton Oscar J. Rea & Co City Bakery Tfc

Dr Pluen neke to return to Cranfills Gap for practice

First Lieutenant Dr Pluen neke stationed at Fort Bliss is expected back in Cranfills Gap this week to resume his medical practice. He has served about a year, and his many friends will welcome him and his estimable family home.

Pluenneke Fort Bliss Cranfills Gap

Gates Quality Tubes Endorsement by Clifton Rubber Co

Clifton Rubber Co endorses Gates Quality Tubes citing superior service and a service guarantee. The note claims Gates tubes cost no more than rivals and urges customers to choose Gates on their next tube purchase.

Clifton Rubber Co

Dr W W Hoover promoted to captain in medical corps

Cranfills Gap friends report missing overseas posting update for Dr W W Hoover who has just been promoted from first lieutenant to captain in the medical corps with the 9th Division. Local friends express congratulations and pride in the promotion.

W. W. Hoover Cranfills Gap 9Th Division Kea Congrahim Hico

Grimland Ranch Ships Steers to Fort Worth Wednesday

John M. Grimland sent a shipment of steers from his ranch on Wednesday bound for Fort Worth. The move underscores ongoing cattle trade activity in the region.

John M. Grimland Fort Worth

Oswald Brothers Ship Cattle to Fort Worth

Oswald Brothers shipped cattle to Fort Worth onTuesday. The move involves livestock logistics and local trade activity highlighting regional cattle shipments and commerce.

Oswald Brothers Fort Worth

Miss Eddie Parks Heads to Tyler for Business Course

Miss Eddie Parks departed early this week for Tyler to enroll in a special course in business at Tyler Commercial College.

Eddie Parks Tyler The Tyler Commercial College

Clifton Produce Sets Cream Purchase Record

Clifton Produce Company writes it bought 65 cans of cream last week, claiming it tops all local station records for cream purchases in Clifton and inviting customers to join their “great circle” and try their cream.

Clifton Clifton Produce Company

Hand-made Gates tires advertised in Clifton shop

Clifton motor shop promotes Gates Double Mileage Tires as moulded hand-made products. Ad claims all adjustments are made locally with a call to visit the Clifton shop for in-person viewing.

Clifton

El Dorado Family Visits Clifton Relatives

W. O. Alexander and his wife with children, joined by sister Miss Johnnie Alexander, traveled from El Dorado to Clifton to visit Mrs. Alexander's parents Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Davis and other relatives. They left for home Sunday evening.

W. O. Alexander Johnnie Alexander Eldorado Clifton

Texan automobile gains agency in Clifton

K A Mjaaland took the agency for the Texan automobile whose factory is in Fort Worth. J J Thomas, once Clifton boy, is state distributing agent and secured the Clifton agency this week. John Godager was Clifton’s first purchaser of the car.

K. A. Mjaaland Eney Texan Automobile Ft. Worth J. J. Thomas Mjaaland John Godager

Butler Family Heads to Winslow for Summer Visit

Mrs J W Butler and daughters Miss Mary and Baby Beth depart Thursday for Winslow Arkansas where they will spend the summer. Winslow a resort at the peak of the ks and popular with Texas visitors in summer. Miss Mary will travel to Kansas City to visit relatives then return to Winslow in two weeks. They are accompanied to Fort Worth by Campbell Butler en route to a ranch near Albany.

J. W. Butler Miss Mary Baby Beth Winslow Ark Texas Kansas City Fort Worth Campbell Butler Albany

G C Goar Seen In Clifton Yesterday

G C Goar of the Crawfills community was noted in Clifton yesterday possibly for business.

G. C. Goar Crawfills Clifton

Andrew Dahl Faces Ongoing Rheumatism After Six Weeks

Andrew Dahl, who came in first theme from Marlin, spent six weeks seeking a cure for rheumatism, but he reports lingering trouble.

Andrew Dahl Marlin Whee

Carroll Swenson Visits for Sister Esther Olson Marriage

Carroll Swenson arrived from Wichita Falls to visit home folks and attend his sister Esther Olson’s marriage to Lieut Palmer Olson tomorrow.

Carroll Swenson Wichita Falls Miss Esther Palmer Olson

Traveling salesman Marion Grimland laid up by rheumatism

Marion N Grimland, now a traveling salesman, was confined to his home for several days this week due to an attack of rheumatism in one foot.

Marion N. Grimland

Miss Odessa Tennison Returns Home From Sanitarium

Miss Odessa Tennison, after treatment at a sanitarium in Wa Co, was brought home last Sunday and is convalescing. Her many friends express happiness at her recovery.

Odessa Tennison Waco

Sansom Brother Arrives From France in City

Corp. Max Y. Sansom, son of Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Sansom and brother of Rev. E. S. Sansom, of this city, returned from France Tuesday night. He served as a member of the 111th Supply Train in the Thirty-Sixth Division.

Telegraphers Strike Halts Telegram Service Nationwide

The telegraphers' strike across the United States has nearly stopped wire communications. Even at Clifton no telegram can be sent or received due to the ongoing disruption.

United States Clifton

Local Resident Visits Record Office and Leaves Donation

A. O. Strommen, living a few miles west of town, visited the Record office yesterday and expressed interest in printing machinery. He left a dollar to put his figures to June 20, 1919, during his pleasant call in town.

A. O. Strommen Record Office

Braswell Family Visits Kin as Editor Heads to Texas Press Meet

Mr and Mrs Sam Braswell and two children arrive Saturday from Clarendon to visit Rev and Sister J H Braswell in the city. Mr Braswell, editor of the Clarendon News, and wife travel to San Antonio for the Texas Press Association annual meeting. The children stay with grandparents during the trip.

Sam Braswell Clarendon J. H. Braswell Braswell Clarendon News San Antonio Texas Press Asociation Hico News-Review

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Loper’s Quality Store Phon Allison c Bynum Carpenter Bros. Tfe G. F. Boone Clara Spaulding of McKinney Carpenter Bros. Tfc Fred Morris C. Canuteson M. B. Robuck Gaza the First Guaranty State Bank Clifton, Texas the White Swan Restaurant J. T. Torrence J. K. McSpadden First Guaranty State Bank
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