Meridian Weekly Spicy News Items
Local deeds show transfers including C W Sherman to J O Bradford and J G Simms to D G Mitchell using various lot or acreage descriptors with prices. Protracted revival meetings led by Rev H H Friar and William Bradford begin in Meridian with services at the public school auditorium and Cumberland Presbyterian church. Basque soldiers Hubert Cach and Walter Pilgrim return from France, with Pilgrim severely gassed and hospitalized. Local social notes include shoppers from Waco and a Dallas visit by Judge W A York. Oil drilling work starts on J D Hanna property west of town. Marriage license issued for J A Raines and Julia Lendsey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Friar
William Bradford
San Antonio
Meridian
Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Hubert Cach
Basque County
France
Carrie Smith of
Blum
Walter Pilgrim
Marguerite Morgan
Emma Darden
Glennie Mae Odle
Mina Ellis
Waco
W. A. York
Dallas
J. D. Hanna
Georgia
B. J. Word
South Texas
J. H. Roper
Itasca
R. B. Moorman
W. H. Raley
Valley Mills
Buck Cummins
G. I. Adams
For Sale Two Ford Touring Cars by J W Butler
Two Ford touring cars in excellent condition offered by J W Butler. seller notes too many for one person and will take a good note on long time. offers may apply to one or both vehicles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Butler
Tfe
Turn Clocks Ahead On March 30th Washington News
March 4 report states clocks will be set forward one hour on March 30 as daylight saving remains permanent unless Congress repeals it. No repeal agitation exists, current adjournment delays action, and the public seems satisfied with the daylight law. The clocks change on the last Sunday of March, which falls on the 30th this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Resolutions of respect for Miss Alice Hocker
The La die s Aid and Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church notes the death of Miss Alice Hocker after a lingering illness. Acknowledging her faithful membership and gentle Christian character, the group offers sympathy, and directs minutes, family copies, and Clifton Record publication. Committee: Mrs. G. D. Grimland, Mrs. J. W. Butler, Mrs. Fred W. Nelson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladie
Aid and Missionary Society
The
Presbyterian Church
Alice Hocker
Father of Heaven
Clifton Record
Coyote News Highlights Local Social and Weather Notes
Weather is pleasant and grain looks good as farmers plan to plant corn. Local visits include Chester Strickland from Hamilton, Orvel Smith at J M Todds, Chris Solberg and family, and Bryan Moorman from Camp Arthur with sister in law Mrs Prentice Moorman. A singing at G W Johnsons and shopping by Florence Bearden Cyrel McMillen in Valley Mills are reported along with trips by R W Sparks and a visit to the Bryants by Sam Jones and wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Strickland
Hamilton
Orvel Smith
J. M. Todd
Chris Solberg
Bryan Moorman
Camp McArthur
Inlaw
Prentice Moorman
Ed Moorman
G. W. Johnson
Florence Bearden
Cyrel McMillen
Valley Mills
R. W. Sparks
Sam Jones
Bill Bryant
Week's program at the Queen Theatre presents varied stars
The Queen Theatre schedules a week of attractions with Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Bayne in A Pair of Cupids, Houdini in The Master Mystery 5th episode, Billy West Comedy, Constance Talmage in A Pair of Silk Stockings, Mae Marsh in The Glorious Adventure, Katherine Barrymore in The House of Mirth, and Sgt. Arthur Guy Empey guiding Over the Top in 9 reels with matinees and night showings throughout the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis X. Bushman
Beverly Bayne
Metro
Houdini
Billy West
Constance Talmage
Wade Lewis
Selznick
Cyril Harcourt
Mae Marsh
Goldwyn
Katherine Barrymore
Arthur Guy Empey
Empey
Magazine Euterpean Club Meeting Recalls Charity Event
The Magazine Euterpean Club met at Mrs. John M. Grimland's home on Feb 25 with a usual program followed by a brick ice cream and cake refreshment in white and gold. Guests included Mrs. Ament Mrs. Snell Mrs. Gollihar Mrs. Price and Mrs. Nichol. The next gathering is planned with Mrs. Geo B Helm on March 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Grimland
Ament
Snell
Gollihar
Price
Nichol
Geo. B. Helm
City Marshal Candidate Jesse O Jenson Seeks Clifton Vote
City of Clifton voters are informed that Jesse O Jenson announces candidacy for City Marshal in the April 1 1919 city elections. Jenson is a well known citizen praised as capable to serve efficiently if elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse O. Jenson
Clifton
Jenson
For Sale Leghorn Eggs From Selected Pens
For sale 47 81p S C W Leghorn eggs from two pens of selected layers. Prices 1.50 and 1.00 for 15. Mrs. C T Knudson Norse Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. C. W. Leghorn
C. T. Knudson
Norse
Texas
Waco Field Activity Focuses on South Bosque Petroleum
McLennan County shows almost full lease coverage as South Bosque Petroleum Company expands to ten producing wells eleven miles west of Waco. The firm begins assembling stills pumps and agitators to build a skimmin g plant and small refinery while more wells are drilled to secure refinery supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Texas
McLennan
South Bosque Petroleum Company
South Bosque Field
Card of Thanks for Miss Alice Hocker
A note from the sisters and relatives expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for sympathy after the recent bereavement. Wishing others loving friends in hours of trial and loss of loved ones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Hocker
Methodist Church Sunday Services and Events
The Methodist Church announces a program including Sunday School at 10 am, morning preaching at 11 am, Junior League at 3 pm, and evening preaching at 7:30 pm. A cordial invitation and welcome are extended by Pastor George F. Kornegay.
Born Tailoring Promises True Worth in Custom Garments
The advertisement extols Born Tailoring as outer evidence of inner worth with forty three years of service. It emphasizes tailored garments made to measure from dependable woolens and honest needlework, inviting customers to see how much value the brand provides for their clothes money.
McLennan County to Vote on Road Bond Issue
McLennan county commissioners ordered an April 5 election on a road bond issue of 3.5 million dollars to fund county wide road improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Texas
McLennan County
Eggs for hatching purebred Ancona and Golden Wyndotts
Pure bred Ancona eggs offered at 2.00 for 15. World Champion Layers Golden Wyndotts 2.00 for 15. Ancona cockrels also for sale at 2.00 each for immediate delivery. R. H. Lee, Route 1, Clifton, Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Lee
Clifton
Tex
Cull Your Cotton Seed Begins March Market Run
Beginning the first Monday in March, the Culler will operate every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for an indefinite period. Farmers are urged to bring their seed as the Farmers Gin Co offers big pay for cotton seed.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Comanche Home Oil Co
Goss Well
Ner
Burkburnett Stock
Bosque County Royalty
Gomanche
Wilson & Nelson
Meridian Weekly
A. R. Ellis
C. W. Sherman
J. O. Bradford
J. G. Simms
D. G. Mitchell
H. Toone
J. W. Page
A. W. Reed
Walnut Springs
A. Thornton
G. M. Meglasson
James Hollingsworth
W.d.avra Attorney-At-Law
Price Building
White Swan
the City
Forson & Johnson
Etton Seed
Ollie Bronstad
Ford
Record
Dallas News
G. D. Grimland
Fred W. Nelson
Coyote
Queen Theatre
Euterpean Club
McLennan County Oil
Clifton Produce Company
George F. Kornegay
JNO
E. Swenson
Farmers Gin Co
International
M. Born & Co
John E. Swenson
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