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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1919
Page
6
M. H. Wolfe is Vice-President with S. J. McFarland as Active Vice-President and R. B. Stichter in a leadership role, as named in the organizational roster.
Berlin troops number about 8000 reported by the German capital. Roumanian press bureau says 32000 Romanian combatants killed or wounded. Swiss council bans soldiers unions as threat to discipline. Berlin transport halts with cars subways and elevated lines idle. Ireland’s death toll rising with 70000 yearly. 10000 die from tuberculosis. Liverpool cotton market expects 1919 crop at 10c per pound for growers. United States first to file reparations bill against Germany totaling about 750 million. Berlin claims order restored under War Minister Gustav Nosek. Strike debate continues among majority socialists. Paris inspector Tanguy raids Parthenon Club over suspected games of chance. Belgian Holland boundary talks move to direct negotiations. German Chancellor Scheidemann resignation suspected. Ebert sees withdrawal as necessary. Canada rocked by Sir Sam Hughes charges over officer conduct in France.
The Gatesville Messenger reports a new city closing hour of 5 pm to take effect Monday night, March 10, replacing a previously published schedule. An exception permits earlier closing on Saturdays and first Mondays.
Mrs Nettie Crout advertises two egg pens in Valley Mills Texas. The first pen sells 15 eggs for 3 dollars or 30 eggs for 5 dollars. The second pen offers 15 eggs for 2 dollars or 30 eggs for 3 50.
The document records a 1919 bank statement with J. W. Butler president and O. A. Bronstad cashier. It lists Resources including Loans and Discounts 217,934.46, Banking House 10,000, Overdrafts 200.00, and Cash and Exchange 60,295.25 totaling 337,299.76. Liabilities show Capital Stock 20,000, Surplus 20,000, Undivided Profits 17,460.08, Bills Payable 40,000, and Deposits 239,839.68 totaling 237,299.76.
An extraordinary session of the Mexican congress will be called for May 1. The Panhandler and Southwestern Stockmen's association vote to meet next year in Tucson Arizona. The Interscholastic League meets at the University of Texas in March and runs through the month. Victory postage stamps 3c issue will go on sale nationwide. Hilary A. Herbert former secretary of the navy died in Tampa at 85. Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge sessions set for Dallas May 13 to 16. Wilson appoints James C. Wilson as federal judge in the northern Texas district. Judge Quentin Corley of Dallas invited to New York City for rehabilitation conference. Dallas to lead army recruiting with jurisdiction over more than 100 counties per G M Grimes.
The National Association Opposed to Woman Suffrage announced a campaign against the Texas suffrage amendment. Fort Worth’s Mrs. Ida M. Darden was named publicity director and cited the group’s 500000 members from 26 states who argue the home, motherhood, and traditional roles should be protected from political involvement. They urge men to write, speak, and vote against extending the franchise to women.
The piece warns that colds weaken lungs and pave the way for serious illnesses like pneumonia consumption diphtheria scarlet fever and whooping cough. It urges quick treatment and promotes Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a reliable pleasant option.
A lighthearted line notes a wife’s anticipated reaction at home after a late arrival, suggesting playful color change as a humorous response. The quip centers on domestic timing and social color symbolism without broader context.
An ad touts HERBINE for indigestion claiming pain relief within minutes and that fermented matter causing misery is moved into the bowels to be expelled. Sold by all druggists.
Austin March 7 Senator Bells bill approved by Governor Hobby becomes law authorizing Commissioners Courts to furnish seed and feed to needy farmers for the 1919 crop. Counties may use general funds or anticipate taxes with a five percent charge. contracts filed as chattel mortgages create first liens on crops. If county funds are lacking, up to 30,000 may be borrowed from the State with two annual repayments plus four percent interest. The measure designates a 1,000,000 state appropriation and directs farmers to apply to county courts, counties to the Governor for state aid.
Herbine is advertised as a remedy for constipation and to reestablish regular bowel movements sold by all druggists with claims of restoring regularity.
Young Plant Co. of Fort Worth Texas offers frost resistant cabbage plants ready for immediate shipment. Available quantities include 1000 plants at 2.50, 500 at 1.50, and 100 at 1.50, with leading varieties delivered promptly.
A saying suggests men tolerate rust on a derby while a woman's hat can be remade. The line contrasts male neglect with female craft to repurpose worn garments into fresh looks.
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