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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1912
Page
2
Clifton calls for a sewerage plan and unified action to attract growth. The piece contrasts Clifton with nearby McGregor and Valley Mills, notes town delays on rural mail routes, and urges building an auditorium and improved infrastructure to spur progress.
In Willsims Texas on March day, deputies caught four men near a jewelry store in Covington. The suspects, tied to a Penne jewelry heist, were taken into custody after a Wednesday night pursuit ending near West. Trial and charges pending.
Young readers are urged to enroll in the nation’s largest business training school. The ad promises rapid, accurate handling of figures, shorthand, typing transcripts, bookkeeping, and familiarity with office appliances. It asserts easy qualification and job chances after completing a modern program with guaranteed placement.
Telegram from Hobart reports Roald Amundsen’s return and confirmation that his South Pole expedition succeeded. King Haakon conveyed warm congratulations to Amundsen and crew, praising their achievement and Norwegian pride.
Seed corn advertised for sale at local Clifton stores run by Hij and Paul Durvritz. The citrus mentions a first prize at a fair, with prices quoted: strawberry and red varieties at 2.50 per bushel and yellow at 2.25 per bushel. Distributor J. Chistenon of Clifton, Texas.
By order of the Council the February 2 meeting sets the election date and appoints the elections manager. Mayor A W Price signs the notice as official city business and the document bears the city seal.
Syd M Thomas seeks county superintendent role at Roach, asserting strong financial leadership and plans to modernize county offices.
Epworth League outlines The Ravages of Impure Living as the forthcoming discussion led by Miss Vehna Hill and Aubie Helwen. A meeting is scheduled for Sunday at the usual time, with leaders stating a strong turnout and an engaging program.
The twelfth annual Trade Excursion of the Houston Chamber of Commerce will visit Clifton by special train on April 12. Merchants and lending citizens in the territory are invited to meet the visiting party. The trip aims to boost business and foster relations with Rawleigh, Texas, and nearby communities.
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