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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1974
Page
6
Clifton figures outline aims to expand housing culture and industry. The Chamber of Commerce readies for a city manager plan after a February 23 vote. The article details Luckenbach and Sormrude family roles and local civic positions.
Pastor Meridian L. C. Jenson leads worship with Holy Communion at 9 a.m. on Sunday March 3 followed by Sunday School at 10 a.m. On Thursday March 7 Lenten services begin at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Collins, 114 Ave. F, included Mrs. Collins' brother Radar Blansit and his brother-in-law Irvin Anglen, both of Hamilton. They earlier visited Mrs. Oscar Blum at Sunset Home, formerly Ruby Canelous. The Blum Canelous Oglesby White Rogers Anglen Blansit families are listed as early southeast Hamilton County pioneers in the Clifton Record reading area.
Baptist coach Shealy defines three core bones for athletes. A funny bone to enjoy life, a wishbone for dreams and goals, and a backbone to pursue them, enabling great riches in life as men. He stresses courage to turn dreams into reality.
A local group forms a coordinating hub to gather and supply information on mental retardation, linking with Texas and National Associations, and seeking funds to support its aims. The effort envisions a private and religiously affiliated network to advance disability advocacy locally.
Commissioner John C. White announced a restraining order on the entire sodium cyanide and M-44 predator control program. Training sessions were cancelled. control areas in 10 counties continued studies with non ejector methods pending further details.
Lake Whitney Association reports good fishing last week with strong crappie and basshauls. Sandies also biting as lake level stood at 531.41 and water temperature at 52 degrees.
Olaf Lutheran Church in Crawfills Gap lists weekend and weekday events led by Pastor Marvin Ottmers. Highlights include Junior and Senior Confirmation, TLC Exes Norse, Luther League, CLSH activities, altar guild, choir rehearsals, and Lent services from March 9 to March 14.
Texas farmers and ranchers can join Keogh style retirement plans via banks, insurers, and mutual funds. Up to 10 percent of earned income or 2500 dollars yearly can be invested, deferring taxes until withdrawal with penalties for early access and limited loan collateral. Experts urge IRS proposal and professional guidance before starting.
Cadettes and younger Scouts organize a week of events from March 10 to 16 including flag ceremonies at an elementary school, teaching homemaking, a Scout Birthday Party, safety displays, a father daughter banquet, singing at a senior home, and an old fashioned picnic for seniors at Clifton City Park with activities at multiple churches and local businesses.
The listing notes Pastor Joe Stevens leads First Baptist Church Laguna Park with programs: Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m.
The Clifton Record publishes candidate names for the 1974 Democratic Primary and General Elections. Listings include U S Congress 11th District W R Poage, District Clerk Fern R White, Bosque County Superintendent B D Trice Tom Heartsill Carl Vick, Bosque County Judge John D Fenn Charles K Word Jr, Bosque County Clerk Jimmie B Gill, Commissioner Precinct 4 J Paul Howard, and Treasurer Helen M Hardin. Political advertising paid for by each candidate.
Clifton Magazine Club members plan an all day chartered bus trip on Tuesday April 2 to Tyler to view azaleas dogwood and other spring flowers at peak. The tour may stop at Collins Street Bakery Corsicana and a coffee stop in Athens with a lunch after touring the Azalea Trail featuring at least 75 open gardens. Return trip follows the Dogwood Trail in Palestine with a possible Palestine coffee break. Reservations via Mrs Kincheloe at 675 8625 nights or 675 3216 days.
Nine members of the CHS Band qualified for state competition at the solo and ensemble contest held in Killeen last Saturday. Brass sextet qualifiers were Richard Womack Mike Veiles Mike Richards Vicki Casper Danny Orbeck and Ricky Richards. State trio qualifiers were Linda Erickson Jan Marshall and Lynn Canuteson.
Clifton rainfall for February reached 1.15 inches per J. B. Darden Jr. January saw 1.75 inches, bringing the year to 2.90 inches of rainfall to date.
Michael Ray Ballard born February 28 to Mr. and Mrs. John Lawrence Ballard. Pauline Henrietta Dreyer noted. Location Oglesby. Shelly DeAnn Harvey born March 3 to Mr. and Mrs. Larry Gene Harvey. Geneva Mae Strickland noted. Clifton.
Taxpayers are advised to itemize deductions if home mortgage interest taxes large medical expenses alimony casualty losses or charitable contributions. Tips are fully taxable and cash tips of $20+ per month are subject to withholding and must be reported to the employer. Details on selling a home and business taxation are provided with IRS publications for free or low cost.
Clifton Grade School reports a February 28 banquet in the elementary cafeteria for Clifton Junior High football boys. Seventh graders won trophies, eighth graders received green sweaters, and both groups presented gifts to coaches Outlaw and Stark. Fathers and junior high cheerleaders attended. Cubs cheerleaders earned a trophy for leading the pep squad. Track season begins with the Cubbettes meet on March 16. Public School Week drew many visiting parents.
Texas A&M University System nutrition specialist Mrs. Karen Walker urges balanced eating from the Four Food Groups meat, milk, grains, and fruits and vegetables. She notes proper nutrition aids weight control and can lower disease risk, while excess fats and sweets raise costs. She advises contacting the local Extension agent for L-352 Are You a Good Eater.
Rev. Frank H. Horak Jr leads a Clifton church day with youth choir at 3 45 p m and confirmation at 4 15 p m. Church school at 10 a m worship at 11 a m youth fellowship at 1 p m women of the church at 2 30 p m and a noon happiness meal. Lenten service at 7 30 p m in Womack.
Zion United Church of Christ announces Womack Community events with a 4:15 pm confirmation and 9 am morning worship service.
A compilation of VA guidance covering spousal benefits, exempt pension questionnaires for ages 72 plus, on the job training GI Bill approval steps, VA medical care scope, educational assistance for wife and children of totally disabled veterans, and daughter’s loss of allowance upon marriage. Answers reference monthly dependent education aid, estate or income change notifications, and calendar-year end for daughter’s marriage.
The memo outlines lines on designating $1 to the Presidential Campaign Fund, using mailing labels for faster returns, and calling 800-252-1000 for federal tax information. It advises on filing Form 1040 with low AGI, paying by check or money order, and using free Farmer's Tax Guide and information booklets at IRS offices.
Local horticulture specialist Everett Janne of Texas A&M cautions homeowners about door to door lawn and garden sales. He advises verifying nursey and florist plant certifications, dealing with reputable local merchants, and avoiding upfront payments. Read the fine print and request written service agreements for pest control.
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