27 Jun 1947
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1947
Page
1
Fragmentary sports chatter mentions Elmer Ge Ss and Mussnanie with a score note from last Sunday. The garbled text references a base on Salle ing cer rumen and a later Daly. No clear event, teams, or outcomes are identifiable.
Clifton resident H C Dahlen was killed Sunday evening in a motorcycle accident near Hillcrest Hospital in Waco Texas. The deceased, prominent in Clifton, was 28 and previously served in the Navy. He leaves a family and many friends mourning his passing while funeral arrangements are planned.
Will Lacy died last week in Clifton after a long illness. Funeral services were held in Clifton with Henriore Waller officiating. Burial followed at Sertie Cemetery. His widow Mary and daughter Mrs.acy survive. a son Henry Lacy and other relatives are listed. The family had moved from Goon Creek to Whit.
An afternoon meeting is planned for a league convention in May with a group gathering at a specified venue. The event emphasizes organizational matters and community participation.
A garbled report notes a baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Hill Carpenter at Hillcrest Health Center weighing 10 pounds with mother reported fine. Another birth entry records a baby weighing 2 pounds 7 ounces born to Mr Waildeep of Walnut. A young man listed as Tenn staffer is mentioned in a solemn ceremony, with a reference to Q. Goldberg and a church or parish event.
The Lions Club announces newly named officers and a large slate of standing committees including president Robart Halaridge and a full lineup for activities, membership, publicity, and civic engagement. Members will attend monthly meetings and contribute to charity events, entertainment, and community service under the new leadership slate.
The article notes CIC Dormitory dedication scheduled for October 19 and mentions related campus events. It references Timons and Clinton Jane Collars and a game moved to October 18 amid scheduling changes for homecoming activities.
Growing interest surrounds the July Fourth plans at Finchston as Seanally Jordine and Mr Jester join the scene. The event features a ball game, a parade, and entertainment with acts including The Cowboy band. Organizers promise a night of practice, races, and prizes amid a festival atmosphere with a focus on family fun.
The Clifton Record will publish a day early next week to allow distribution prior to the holiday. Brief notes mention correspondents and editorial timing, with unclear passages about copy deadlines and delivery plans.
Reports describe strong winds causing extensive damage across the Cayote area. Homes and outbuildings suffered, with debris and scattered leaves left in the wake near Hua Lundgrat lava southwest of the ostare. Residents observed the weather event as it unfolded and assessed the impact on local farms and residences.
Funeral for Mrs. Ida Mae Jones was held June 16 at the Methodist Church with Dr. Geo W. Davie officiating. She united with the church at age three and was a beloved mother and neighbor. survived by seven children and a large family. She resided on Win Road, Ehington, Comanche, and was married to Jon Tefervon Jones.
The American Legion Post 112 elected officers for the coming year at a meeting after the meat fast event. Names include commander Freman, vice commander Brander Jr, adjutants Bax Drbeck, and others.
Fragmented blog text shows unclear phrases and repetitive garbled words. It mentions glare and windows with stray letters and numerical hints, indicating a damaged OCR from a local page. No coherent event or named entities are identifiable.
The City of Clifton was announced as the winner in the Chevrolet publicity program for old trucks. A 1984 model, previously used by Clifton, will be replaced with a new Chevrolet design and showcased in a public ceremony with photographs and newsreel coverage.
The Cranfills Gap notes recount a week of visits among local families including Parker, Mead, and Johnson clans. Travel to Dallas and San Antonio is noted along with church and community events and the sudden death of Alt Pederson near Meridian Creek Thresher Co. memorial services planned.
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