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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1922
Page
3
J. I. Case Cell Drop Cotton and Corn Planters claim to prevent bunching that wastes seed and labor, halt cracking seed that blocks germination, and improve planting efficiency for southern crops.
Local notice lists publication name and date of March 31 1922. Rates shown include display advertising 25 cents per inch and extra position charges, local advertising 10 cents per line for black face type 15 cents. Subscriptions priced at 1 50 per year with advance payment urged.
A week of heavy rain totals several inches, improving crop prospects in the area. The passage notes that while many strive to be honorable and settle debts, some fail to honor promises, affecting community respect.
Clifton public free school earns nine months of run time with full faculty and students. Tests yield Clifton the greatest number of points, securing the Loving Cup in a notable school event.
Congressmen Lucian W Parrish longtime Texas figure dies in Wichita Falls sanitarium after days of injuries from car crash near Roby where he was slated to speak. His death shocks Texas and the nation as tributes pour in from supporters and officials.
Opening Hymn No 488 Scripture Reading and solo selections led by Pearl Mae Cowen and Alvon Nelson with Olaf Odewaard Adeline Brunstad readings Clarice Nelson closing hymn No 113.3 and prayer activities planned for the Junior Luther League session this Sunday.
The Scandinavian Lutheran Church announces a Sunday School at 10:00 with full attendance and a Bible Class led by C G Bronsstad as superintendent. Regular service in English at 11:00, Lenten service at 7:30, and a sermon on Jesus Words from the Cross. Junior Luther League meets at 6:15, Ladies Aid gathers Thursday April 6 with Mrs J E Swenson, choir rehearsal Thursday 7:30, Cathecumens meet Saturday 10:00. We welcome all attendees.
The Presbyterian Church offers Sunday School at 9 45 a m and worship services at 11 a m and 7 30 p m A morning Lord's Supper will be observed Juniors meet at 5 p m and Seniors at 6 30 p m You are invited.
The Prather Studio announces the engagement of portrait photographer A. Taylor formerly with Daniels Studio Brownwood and experienced with top Texas studios. He is highly recommended by Miller's, Howell's Temple studios and Stout's Waco studio. The firm guarantees first class workmanship and satisfaction with a promise to photograph anywhere and anything.
The Parent-Teachers Association will meet Wednesday April 12 at 345 p.m. Full attendance is desired after 76 attended last meeting. Programs include Antoinette Westgaard piano solo Glee Club and talks on clothes character humane education and home school value. The seventh grade will perform Mrs Wiggs of the Poultry Yard Friday at 8 p.m. for the association. All are welcome.
Alfred Olson and Mrs Roetschke family express deep thanks for kindness shown during illness and after the death of their wife and mother. They speak of sorrow, hope to repay kindness, and prayers for blessings. A Clifton rumor notes a businessman leaving town over Ku Klux concerns, with a note on the organization’s impact.
The Record presents Democratic primary political announcements dated July 1922. Payment requested with order and no time specification. Notices indicate rates and authority for announcements under party action.
The list shows candidates for county offices including County Judge BURREL F WORD and W A YORK seeking re election, County Attorney GEO W ANDERSON and J P WORD, County Clerk J C TUBB, Tax Assessor CHARLIE BARKER with J S LAMAR JIM BROWN J W CONLEY (re election), Tax Collector D PRESTON HORNBUCKLE (re election), Superintendent of Public Instruction MRS DAISY BIBLE and W W WRIGHT (re election), County Commissioner Prec 3 R M NEILL J D HORD (re election) T J RHODES, and County Commissioner Prec 4 LUTHER P RALEY.
The quote notes that opposition can stem from ignorance of a thing or from knowledge of its nature and teachings. It observes that most people believe they have a reason for their actions or inactions, highlighting the paradox of reasoned behavior versus belief.
The play Mrs Briggs of the Poultry Yard will be presented at the High School Auditorium Friday March 31 at 8 00 p m under the patronage of the Parent Teachers Association. Proceeds go to buy library books purchased this year.
Sunday School at 10 a.m. led by Supt. R R Waldrop. Sunbeams meet at 2 p.m. Teachers meeting Tues 7 30 p.m. Prayer service Wednesday 7 30 p.m. Pastor to present church with a costly gift clock Sunday morning. The Lord's Supper observed at 11 a.m. Sermon topic A Divine Ordinance. Evening service 7 30 p.m. Sermon Frontier ing for Heaven. Clarence A Morton, Pastor.
A congressional resolution was introduced by Representative Ryan of New York urging the U S administration to grant recognition to the Obregon Government in Mexico.
A dealer advertises several vintage cars including a 1918 Dodge roadster, 1920 Ford touring, 1917 Dodge touring, 490 Chevrolet, and 1919 Hudson Super-Six all in A-11 shape with right prices. The dealer promises dependable service and invites trades or sales, with Ste. Voy G. Fort in Clifton.
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