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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1934
Page
4
Clifton and surrounding county reports describe near term wheat harvest, corn health, and improving farm finances as Bankhead and crop control discussions surface. Mentions of local visits by businessmen, theft incidents at Clifton stores, and residents observing modest gains in production and independence alongside evolving agricultural policies.
Clifton residents wrap up the school year with community center events and entertainments featuring drama, music, and social gatherings. Local families praise the center as a hub for post school activities, with plans to sustain local culture, education, and neighborhood pride through fall programs.
Senator Connally argued against the readjustment bill to abolish community property in Texas and seven other states. He said Texas property law dates to before statehood and should be respected by federal tax policy. He noted both spouses may file separate returns in community property states and urged protection of existing laws.
Fragmentary OCR yields scattered references to American labor and farm projects, NRA code, McCormick Deering gear, Clifton Tractor & Implement in harvest context, and a Greenland walrus hunting note. Mentions Nevada hay output but no cohesive event or clear dates.
A list of political announcements names candidates for U S Senator Tom Connally congress Vernon Lemens and others including C H Cross for representative J P Richards D J Johnson for county posts such as clerk Clarence McCorkle Walton? Hardwick Gandy Brittain Spitzer Chafer and Pierce. tax collector D Preston Hornbuckle Loyd Lester. treasurer Alma Butler. district attorney Penn Jackson. sheriff Pearl Benson. superintendent Clara Richards. and Anderson for county lodge.
Mrs. Hensnaht de TM oe forte lent of Clifton died at her home 1004 Maple Avenue Monday May 7 at 12 50 pm. She had been ill for two years and was 68. Funeral services were held at Bisel Church with her husband and several grandchildren attending. Survived by children Mrs W P Holiday San Antonio, Mrs J H Me ore Stockdale, Miss Loida Mayes and Miss Tina Bishop Waco Texas. She was a longtime Methodist and devoted mother and friend.
McCain, a friend of Connally and American Legion member, predicts Bailey cannot beat Connally in the Texas congressional race. He cites coastal sentiment in the north and east Texas and notes Bailey would win Dallas County only to be defeated homeward. Waco News-Tribune reports local birth: Mr and Mrs Elmo Waldrop welcome a baby daughter born Sunday, May 1.
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