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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1933
Page
12
Former Lieut. Governor Barry Miller died at his Dallas residence after a long illness. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Olson and their son Don visited from Houston, with Olson returning home on Sunday while his wife and child remained.
Congressman O H Cross telegraphed Clifton residents from Washington before returning to Waco to congratulate Clifton on securing the big camp and the State Park at the site.
Clifton invites the state park group and a camp comprising more than two hundred men to feel at home during their stay, urging local citizens to extend hospitality and assist newcomers.
A man credited with introducing night baseball has died. The obituary notes lingering fan resentment toward night games and suggests some supporters wished he had died years earlier, even before his lighting-based innovation.
Miss Marie Favor of Houston is reported among five people overcome by heat on Tuesday at the Century of Progress grounds in Chicago as the torrid sun beat down on the exposition.
Wednesday, June 21, marked the first day of summer, yet observers report cooler weather this year than any remembered. Meteorologists note seasonal patterns and record temperatures may yet be challenged as summer progresses.
A fragment notes promoters plan erection of beer manufacturing facilities in multiple Texas cities, betting on legalization in the August vote. The text reflects optimism about future beer production should law change, indicating a cross-city development spree tied to the election outcome.
The Record’s camp correspondent will write weekly columns for the paper with Boys and officers represented. A government camp between Clifton and the Bosque river is proposed to be named Camp Clifton by the Bosque, a fitting designation the paper deems appropriate.
Clifton residents rally to help Meridian secure the big lake project west of town. Government backing was thought certain, but late last week artesian water plans stalled, raising questions about the missing link. County residents remain hopeful the project will materialize with further government action.
Clifton welcomes about two hundred men and officers who arrived early this week to establish Clifton headquarters. They encamp in an eighty acre park deeded by the city to the State of Texas for use as a state park. The Bosque river bank location pleases officials and soldiers alike for camp and activities.
A visitor, new to San Marcos, praised the city’s advantages but noted locals could be friendlier. The author resolves to greet the newcomer more warmly, believing friendliness costs nothing and benefits both sides.
A brief note emphasizing that local home merchants provide reliable service when other town merchants might not. It stresses the value of supporting local businesses and remembering their availability during times of need.
Grain threshed in the vicinity shows variable yields from good to not so good, but those who participated express satisfaction with the turnout and results.
The speaker notes that many merchants and advertisers treat advertising as a minor part of their strategy, giving it little attention and expecting only minimal results in return. This critique highlights a belief that better outcomes require deliberate, sustained advertising effort.
The government asks farmers to reduce cotton output with payments for the reductions. County Agent Cook has outlined the movement in another column and has already received some advance information about the plan.
Iowa Connecticut and New Hampshire joined the repeal push on Tuesday voting to repeal the eighteenth amendment. It marks the fourteenth state backing repeal with none yet voting to retain the amendment a sign the wet forces did not expect Iowa to vote wet.
A letter to the Record notes Congressman O H Cross is back in Waco after the recent session. Locals say he represented their views, voting with the President and administration, and stood firm behind national policy.
A committee of prominent Hico residents led by H F Sellers H E McCullough S E Blair Cecil P Coston and R L Holford visited Clifton last Monday to learn how to set up a government operated state camp. They hope Hico becomes a suitable site for such a camp.
Meridian shoppers urged to favor independent bakeries after Stephenville bakery undercuts rising bread prices. Nearby shops raised 5c loaves to 8c but reverted to 5c to match Stephenville, saving 3c per loaf for Meridian consumers. Trusts and combinations warned against. Stephenville bread sold at local stores.
The Humble Pipe Line crew located in Clifton has finished removal work and moved on to East Texas fields. Reports say all men behaved with courtesy, paid for purchases, and made friends, with hopes they will return if needed for future projects.
President Roosevelt approved a bill to mint 1,500,000 half dollar coins honoring the Texas centennial to be celebrated in 1936. The Texas Centennial Committee of the Texas American Legion would authorize issuance on request and pay par value, with dies and preparation costs covered by the committee.
A large gathering gathered Sunday afternoon June 18 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Axel Hanson to celebrate Mrs. A. K. Anderson's 79th birthday. Guests included numerous families from Clifton and Waco Texas, sharing iced grape juice, coffee and cakes, with flowers and gifts reflecting high esteem.
A Tuesday shower honored Mrs W C Hurst, a June bride, with Mrs A O Nelson and helpers hosting at their home. Guests enjoyed daisies, recipes for the new home, readings, a flower romance contest awarding a gift basket, and thanks from the honoree. Mrs Breeding and four Hillsboro relatives attended.
Reversing the usual procedure, the Department of Agriculture seeks farmer input on methods to control soil erosion. The notice invites practical ideas from growers to improve conservation practices and reduce land loss.
On Thursday June 15 George B Helm marked his eighty second birthday with family gathering. He remains active driving daily and fishing with friends his age. Uncle George rejects longer years yet cherishes gifts and a special birthday dinner shared with relatives and friends.
Clifton defeated Glen Rose 29 to 0 to hold the lead in the Bosque Valley Golf Tournament last Sunday. Key pairings included Pete Lily with Dr. Rawls against Robert Hurst and Sam Ringness, with Clifton prevailing by three points. J E Ward and Oliver Miller posted the day’s low score of 72 as Clifton eyes a July 2 home clash with Meridian after Valley Mills beat Meridian 30 to 8.
The largest known copper ore deposit in Chile is estimated to hold about 700 million tons of ore. This benchmark figure highlights the vast scale of Chilean mineral resources and potential output for the global copper market.
We thank friends and neighbors for deeds of kindness and Rev Diehm for assistance after the death of our beloved husband and father. We appreciate every kind word and flower in memory of our sorrow. May God reward each of you.
A new liquid coating for tire sidewalls is claimed to provide sunproof protection. The inventive finish colors tires and reportedly resists fading from sunlight, offering a durable aesthetic and potential market appeal.
A historical claim attributes the first gun to Italian invention. The report notes debates among scholars about early firearm origins, citing various sources and dates when referring to primitive weapons and early gunpowder devices.
Washington reports Postmaster General Farley signed an order restoring the 2c local rate on first class postage from July 1. The 2c local rate applies to letters and first class matter mailed for local delivery to post offices with city village or rural carrier service. Cards stay at 1c.
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