Chifton Lions Club Gains New Members
The Chifton Lions Club welcomed two new members B M Tubbs and P Geissebrecht at a luncheon. Several others were discussed for reinstatement, with plans to boost community effort and restart the Central Texas Fair this fall. Member G Bronstad was remembered with regret due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chifton Lions Club
Clu Juncheon
Dutier Ax Cymmunity
W. Neleswehe
B. M. Tubbs
P. Geissebrecht
Central
Texas
G. Bronstad
C Lab
Nxt
Early Clifton Pioneer Dies In Oklahoma
Obituary noting the death of Mrs. Cox a Trenton resident born April 187? in Arkansas. Survived by her mother Mrs Etta Clewent of Earlsboro. daughters Mrs Jes tle Sparks Okmulgee and Mrs Eula Cos of Trenton. son Audrey Smith of Trenton. four sons Mills Le Roy Lewis Monard Cox. three sisters and a brother. Funeral services led by Rev G W Ray at Saint Creek Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okenah
Stra Mary Etta Goa
Trenton
Cox
Saint Creek Critery
Arkanane
Mehr Hnentton
Texas
Etta Clewent
Earlsboro
Jestle Sparks
Okmulges
Eula Cos
Wrenton
Audrey Smith
Soins
Mills
le Roy
Lewis
Monard Cox
Clade Clement
Asher
G. W. Ray
Baptist Minter
Notice to Patrons of Clifton School Meeting
Mars meeting at City Hall on Brie ay night March 800 7 80 for vurpine saleetine Vickey for school Wuislees for ext Us jars. Signet A. G. Gilliam Prevent C. L. Stuart Secretary.
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Mars
City Hall
Brie
Vurpine
Wuislees
A. G. Gilliam
Prevent
C. L. Stuart
Charming hostex leads Edgewood bridge gathering in March
Bridge Club Mw held at the lovely Edgewood Ade home on March fourteenth with four lively games. Mrs Grheck edged ahead, Arn Col ine Aecond, and Mrs Vinle earned a notable showing as members list several names toward a festive, traditional table of Erin inspired fare.
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O. Y
Bridge Club
Robert J
Baldeidie
Athey
Edgewood
Grheck
Vinle
Ceach
Mom
Canteld
Conner
Valley Milla
Py B
Behr J
Btarlefer
Hill
Bpele
Bradstreet
Cranfills Gap Local News Roundup and Community Notes
Residents report weather affecting livestock and stock-raising in Cranfills Gap. Canninghan Ammons plans stove ware business near future. Local figures attend events in War City and Whitney. Mrs Brummett recovers well after illness. Mr Elmo Wickman visits relatives from Whitney. Albert Dahl, former Cranfills Gap teacher, visiting family in Austin. Widespread health updates. Wallace returns from Baptist Sanitarium improving. High School seniors rehearse a play. Ora Mac Hughes leads a Friday musical program with Fairy participants.
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Canninghan
Jairom Kaley
War City
Ketil] Ammons
Tonchar
Qur Ale
Elmo Wickman
Whitney Hay
Ovoay
Dahl
Cranfills Gap
Ora Mac Hughes
Miss Hughes
Fairy
Meane Mes
Wr Miller
Mes .Warren
Meridian
Warren
Miller
Meridian Court Opens With Multiple Local Cases In 1984
Meridian Court opened on Monday March 24 1984 with several criminal cases. Defendants included Hatties Willings and Vevtert Webb for theft of chickens plus Lor Pool for assault with intent to murder. A. H. Wheatley faced carious charges including possession of intoxicating liquor for sale and was tried by jury. Various defendants received suspended sentences or brief terms. trial dates and jury actions are listed with names such as Willian Tackeon Ty Desh Perry Thompson J. Montgomery L. B. Gibson Oma Harris and Jack Combs. Special Grand Jury of 750 men summoned. several cases continued to April 11 1984.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court Criminal Court
A. HI. Wheatley
TH. Wheatley
Varl Baker
Willian Tackeon
T. Dyess
Jack Combs
Ue Cane
Perry Thompson
J. Montgomery
Wil
Montgomery
L. B. Gibson
Oma Harris
W. H. Duvall
Kansan
Horque County Nome Demonation Council Meeting Notes
The council met on March 20 in Bish iy with representatives attending. They discussed materials for making bows and pots and decided weathered pats should be used and addressed expected outcomes and guidance for future work.
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H. D. Council
Horque County
Nome Demontration Council
Ty ‘Muridiate
Bishiy
Thin
Organization of Ball Club Begun in Meridian
A meeting Friday, March 2% in Meridian aimed to organize a regional ball club. Local figures including J. Triston Westley and Kyle Alexander attended. motion to appoint umpires and set league rules discussed. An executive meeting planned for March 30 to finalize town umpire selections and league regulations.
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Meridian
M Bagevall Rescue
Bergril
Lown
Rockway
Chonon Waneager
Clifton Club
Clifton
Mackway
J. Clifton Westley
George Harris
Glenn Knudwon
Harry Womack
Kyle Alexander
J. Triston Westley
Good Scholarship Club Meeting at Ann Rea Home
The Good Scholarship Club met Monday night at Ann Rea's home with Helen Sol verse and Johnie Polk as entertainers. Seamen provided variety and amusements including an Easter egg hunt and a style show. After refreshments, the club held its business meeting and adjourned, thanking Hortensen for a nice party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Rea
Helen Solverse
Johnie Polk
Hortensen
Liquid Air Show Delights Clifton Audience With Tricks
Elliott Jumer at Clifton College presented a liquid air demonstration to Clifton and nearby towns. The program featured unusual effects as liquid air expanded when warmed, created small airborne models, and showcased glowing signs and various gas emissions while Jumer explained the science behind the spectacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elliott Jumer
Clifton College
Col Joxe
Clifton F
James
Bolicinge
Scientiat
Connally Indicates Re election Bid After White House Meeting
Senator Tom Connally, after a White House conference with President Roosevelt, said he would soon announce re election to a second term as U S Senator from Texas. He noted Congress’s current session would limit time for the statement and pledged support for Texas issues as he seeks reelection.
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Tost Connally
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Washington
Tom Connally
United States
Sesson
Congress
Garner
Connally
U. S, Senate
Sénn County
Texas
Rural and Town Schools Compete in County Meet Events
Winners by events and top performers across rural and town schools highlighted, with notable results in declamation, debate, extemporaneous speech, spelling and writing tests. Individual champions include Clifton Cayote, Iredell, and Meridian crews, among others, as rural and high schools combined for a full meet report.
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Clifton
Chas
Wick
Jvority
Emlor
Murtanard
Tnd
Womack
Harfway
Bosley
Meridian Crewk
Murtan
Iredell
Valley Mills
Mune
Mustangs
Muntanig
Norns
Beway
Dramatic Guild Meets In Clifton Enrols Members
A city event at City Auditorium Monday night March 20 organized a dramatic guild in Clifton. Officers include C J Stuart and D M Buck Jr, with several dozen residents enrolled as members and plans discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pauline Lark
Mary Lavise Lane
Mollie Nalom
Marthe Lavine
Mary Sat Ewenson
Vernie Lee Fort
Edgar J Belwn
Elbert Uutton
Chiflem Westley
H. P. Jenson
David Grinsland
Otis Paterson
ML Uel
Ding We
Elmore Tenniony
Shall Bay
Airport Project Progress Amid War Era Relief Efforts
Output details a wartime county effort to finish Clifton airport under CWA supervision. The county administrator reports progress, bulletins, and required forms for state office approval, noting equipment needs and completion status as of March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fal Mautley
Rexarde
Clifton Airart
A. Maugh
March 31 Last Day For Auto Licenses
March 31 is the final date to renew motor vehicle licenses. Many motorists faced late fees as authorities note penalties rise 20 percent for late renewals and about 2 percent per month. extensions in effect for some filings but most drivers must act now to avoid extra charges.
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Teaus
Oval
March St
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Club
Oklahoma
Clifton School
Heads of
Texas” Movement
Walter D. Cline
Jesse HN. Jones
Waller D. Cline
Wichita Falls
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Jesse H Jones
Houston
R. F.C
Meridian Court
Ball Club
Gas Rockway
Meridian Tontay
Merkiilan
Hayeleon
Font Whitin
W. C. Burnett
Marebine-Wmr
Tad Pring
Jam Hecaive
Renulte
Santa Fe
Warnest
Uhre
USA
Lions
Austin
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