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Clifton Record

Location

Clifton, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1974

Page

2

Let The Bridges Fall Down Bond Vote In Clifton ISD

Clifton Independent School District voters decide Tuesday on a $150 000 bond issue to improve Clifton Elementary School. The piece argues for maintaining a solid building to serve today's pupils and future generations, noting delayed work would raise costs and questioning tax burdens on fixed incomes and small businesses. Bill Jordan signs off.

Votpre Clifton Independent Clifton Dorothy Canfield Fisher Little, Brown & Co Boston New England Vermont Patrick Thompson New World Clifotn

More Home Gardeners Doing Their Thing

Texas A&M Extension Service specialist notes a gardening boom as three million more Americans garden versus 1972 and about 27 million U S families grow vegetables at home. He cites price rises energy concerns and health benefits as motivators and advises starting with a 20 by 20 foot plot for a four person family.

Texas Agricultural Extension Service College Station Cotner Gallup U. S Conner

Linda Schwartz Graduation Set for May 19 at Blinn College

Miss Linda Schwartz of Clifton is a candidate for graduation from Blinn College Brenham on May 19. Graduation exercises will be held at 8 p m at Spencer Athletic Field. Dr William H Hinton president of Houston Baptist University will deliver the commencement address.

Linda Schwartz Clifton Blinn College Brenham Spencer Athletic Field William H. Hinton Houston Baptist University

Lake Whitney Beauty Pageant Set for June 6 to 8

The 22nd annual Lake Whitney Beauty Pageant will run June 6 to 8 at Yogi Bear Jellystone Campground. Contestants will wear an evening gown and a tangerine swimsuit provided by the Pageant Committee. Applicants are urged to return forms promptly.

Yogi Bear Jellystone Campground

GOP Convention Set for Saturday in Bosque County

The Bosque County Republican Convention will convene at 2 30 p m Saturday May 11 at the Meridian Community Center. County Chairman LeRoy Williams invites Republican primary voters to attend.

Bosque County Meridian Community Center Republican Executive Committee LeRoy Williams

Coming Events column to boost Clifton Record notices

Advertiser suggestions spark plan for a free Coming Events column listing day date time type of event and venue to run alongside news stories. Also under review is departmentalizing obituaries weddings and other news to improve organization while preserving current want ads format.

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Community Church Notices and Upcoming Events

Reader letters express appreciation for The Record. The schedule lists church events from May 9 to May 16 including circles meetings bake sale garage sale and multiple worship services. Activities feature Lydia Circle Sarah Circle Esther Circle junior and youth choirs confirmation class and a public review event.

Third At Avenue Clifton Ted Steenblock Joel Nelson Lydia H. C. Jermstad Sarah Sunset City Hall Esther Ervin Aars Fellowship Hall

A Good Landscape Pays Off in Beauty and Value

Everett Janne of the Texas Extension Service notes a $200 landscape investment can yield about $1,000 in ten years and that well landscaped homes sell faster and at higher prices. He advises budgeting early, simple plans, and keeping plant growth room, with emphasis on outdoor living and service areas. Seek professional help or reference books for planning.

Everett Janne Texas Agricultural Extension Service College Station Janne Texas A&m University System

Storing Meats Safely for Longevity and Freshness

Consumer guidance from Karen Walker of Texas A&M Extension urges shoppers to pick meats last, head straight home, and refrigerate promptly. Fresh meat lasts about seven days at 30 degrees F. freeze at 0 F or below to prevent bacteria.

Karen Walker Texas Agricultural Extension Service Texas A&m University System College Station

Carpet Sales Forecast Rise Amid Energy Crunch and Materials Shortage

Experts predict carpet sales will reach 6 billion by 1980 with wall to wall carpet demand rising to warm homes. Cut pile trends such as plush, shag, and saxony continue with multicolor looks reducing emphasis on face texture. Nylon dominates loom fibers, acrylics and wool fade. polypropylene gains share for lower priced markets. The report cites durability and price as drivers.

Patricia A. Bradshaw Texas Agricultural Extension Service Texas A&m University System College Station Saxony Miss Bradshaw

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