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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1942
Page
4
The piece urges all Americans to help win the war with unity at home and abroad. It cites Allied confidence after a broadcast by Prime Minister Churchill, notes America’s leadership in mobilizing resources, and mentions civic actions such as church services and community support while detailing government funding requests for NYA and Civilian Conservation Corps.
The article details a large household gathering led by Mrs. Fort at her home in Temple area to honor her as matriarch. It notes the arrival of T. C. Stewart who recently bought land near McGregor and another farm southeast of town, and his plan to help his family adjust to citizenship. Clifton residents welcome the Stewart family to the community.
A National Defense course for women is offered at the Clifton Vocational Agri shop. The program runs ten weeks, with 18 hours per week of metal work and related training. It aims to prepare women drawn into war industry for skilled labor roles.
Austin May 13 Former Governor Dan Moody and James V Allred prepare the first campaign blasts for the upcoming Senate race to oust Senator W Lee O Daniel Moody speaks on the Texas Quality network at 9 45 p m Thursday outlining his platform from San Antonio Allred follows Friday with his radio address from Houston marking his first public appearance since resigning as federal district judge for the southern district of Texas The two pledge campaign activity with Moody planning a June kickoff and O Daniel reiterates no comment on Moody's debate challenge.
Harold Vinton Coes of New York, vice president of an engineering firm, told the American Gas Association in New Orleans that business should keep advertising through the war and build postwar plans to meet expected demand. He warned that losing market leadership by stopping advertising can be almost impossible to regain and urged institutional ads to keep the industry visible to the public and to partners. He urged firms to have plans and policies ready for the time when customers will need them.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a basketball scene with Cole Spring and Baytown, noting a tournament clash at Houston and a crowded audience. It mentions Abe Bale and a last Sunday visit by De. Helm of Waco in the name of Mr. and Mrs. Willett, with limited readable names and places.
The notice records actions of the Democratic Party in July 1942 including approvals and official steps taken by the party apparatus as it aligns with party priorities and stated objectives.
The provided OCR text lists multiple county and precinct positions including County Treasurer District Clerks Clerk County Clerk Superintendent and Commissioners for Precinct No. 8. Names include Minnie Locker Earl Bitsy Timms Omar Robinson Maggie B Little Alfred Hardwick Angus McNeill W. C. Grissom Waite Clara French Richards Wallace Evans Haf er Womack Elmer Jeanes Wilson White Dave Montgomery and Tom Gillespie.
Paul Messey seeks the office of County Judge in Bosave County. He thanks supporters from his time as County Attorney and outlines cooperation with judges and peace officers, noting the county avoided jury costs while handling many criminal cases. He pledges to resign and enlist if elected and emphasizes qualifications and dedication to impartial, efficient duties.
The Board informs Hor Kner that WPA laborers will be hired for farming tasks. Farmers may request workers by contacting the project superintendent at the site. Superintendents James Hicks and George Waldrop oversee Clifton road and Mie way 87 projects. Written notices confirm workers’ release to allow WP A labor to resume duties.
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