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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1924
Page
2
President Coolidge pardoned a large number of World War I deserters who fled after signing the armistice. The amnesty covers those who deserted between November 11, 1918 and July 2, 1919. Thousands may regain status and return home, with rights restored and no imprisonment reported.
Public probate notice directs the sheriff to publish weekly for ten days a notice regarding the estate of Neile Grimland and Marie Grimland in Bosque County Texas. The County Court of Bosque County will hear the probate application on March 17 in Meridian. All interested parties must appear or answer at the hearing. Witness Thible, Clerk, Meridian Texas.
In Norwegian at Rock Church Sunday 11 a.m. North Ladies Society gathering at Tilden Hastings home next Wednesday afternoon. Young People’s Society in church parlors next Sunday evening at 7 30. Confirmants meet Brick Church 10 a.m. Mock Charen at 2 p.m. Saturday. Sunday School at Brick Church next Sunday morning at 9 30. Urnes Parton Lyon and wines damage estimated at 150000 in United Beater.
A long list of local developments is reported including Langue Belt at Anabase and Breckenridge fire department improvements lowering key rates. Texas counties plan road bonds, independent school boards discuss new buildings, and state land sales set for May 1. Agricultural notes mention crop planting and new land openings. Milestones include Spanish Trail dedication March 21 and rural education outreach by UT. Damaged text limits full clarity but notes on wildlife, game protection, and railroad applications are included.
A condensed Texas report notes filings with the oil and gas division of the Railroad Commission amid a high number of Bititee. January tax collections totaled 350,377 including delinquent taxes. Comptroller P. H. Pierwon and appointed officials oversee the state’s collection. State costs reach 25,000 for departmental operations, with the February payroll and education funding discussed. Reynolds, boundary work on Red River and other federal proceedings are noted, plus remarks on political figures and filings affecting the Texas Senate race and statewide finances.
Mrs L S Malstead of Waco, president of the County Council of Parent Teacher Associations, will run for the state legislature. She aims for the seat now held by R L Henderson, who is not seeking reelection. Mrs Halstead, daughter of late State Senator Seth P Bilin, would be the first woman from the county to aspire to a state legislative term.
A playful verse by Anon questions where to buy a cap for a knee or a lock of hair and asks about eyes noses mouths shoulders and elbows. The quirky lines explore body parts with curious, humorous imagery and odd phrasing.
A note reports fibrous material obtained from the bannes palm after cutting the tree and harvesting the fruit, said to be suitable for making good paper.
The Australian Federal Government offers leases of fifty seven blocks containing 1,000 acres each to colon growers. Leases are rent free for the life of the tenant or for twenty-one years from the lease start.
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