Clifton Schools End Term Ahead of Summer Vacation
A brief item notes that Clifton schools will close their current term in a few days, marking the start of summer vacation for teachers and students.
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Clifton
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1929
Page
6
Former Governor Sayers Dies at Home in Austin
Former Governor Joseph D. Sayers died at his Austin home on Wednesday. At his death he served as chairman of the state penitentiary pardon board, appointed by Governor Moody.
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Joseph D. Sayers
Austin
State Penitentiary Pardon Board
Moody
Clifton 'Oversubscribes' Gas Quota Returns to Lone Star
Clifton exceeded her quota for gas subscribers and depositors last week, and early Saturday Mayor Handley wired the good information to the Lone Star Gas Company.
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Clifton
Handley
Lone Star Gas Company
Governor Moody to Call Legislature for May Second Session
Reports say Governor Moody will summon a second called session starting May 2b about a week after the current session closes. The governor is seen as having a clear mandate from the voters.
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Moody
Grain crop reports from this section show mixed prospects
Reports from the area indicate favorable talk on the grain crop but caution that not every field will fare well. Factors such as season conditions and other circumstances will influence outcomes, and overall the crop should be very variable across fields.
Clifton touted as ideal town for new gas venture
The Record notes Bosque county towns seek gas subscriptions and hopes the project progresses so the company can begin soon. It adds Clifton attracts incoming stores, with confidence that the town offers strong business potential and high class citizenship.
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Bosque County
Clifton
Editor vows booster stance for Clifton and its people
The editor defends a booster role for Clifton and its trade area, stating sincere support and a commitment to serve the town. He promises to step aside if the paper cannot assist Clifton and its residents, emphasizing that a local newspaper serves its community.
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Clifton
Rail defect machine tours Santa Fe line in Clifton stop
Officials in a specially equipped rail defect machine traveled from Santa Fe to Clifton for a Wednesday night halt and continued Thursday morning. The device travels one mile per hour to detect defective rails and map exact locations for repair crews. Owned by the railroad association, it rents for sixty dollars per day and also reveals track irregularities invisible to the naked eye.
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Santa Fe
Clifton
The
Association of Railroads
Eo ‘Hs Fonte Po
Ite
Annual Armory Inspection Highlights Holys Co Clifton Texas
A Federal inspection Tuesday night April 16 1929 at Clifton Texas armory found Ist Bn Holys Co ranked fourth among seven very satisfactory ratings. Captain Saligado led the inspection with visitors from Waco Moody and nearby towns. The roster lists officers noncommissioned officers and privates plus donors to the Company Fund of Hoggs Co 143rd Inf Clifton Texas.
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1St. Bn. Holys. Co
Clifton
Texas
Waco
Moody
Ist
Bn. Holys. Co
Saligado
144Th. Regiment
van W. Pyland
Elmore C. Canuteson
Jesse Westley
William Duke
Homer Biffle
Raymond Thomas
Joseph Davenport
Clifton Brewer
George Wise
Elvis Johnson
Robert Lane
Rex Standefer
Carrol Johnson
Oscar Westley
Ralph Gray
John Ellis
Morris Jameson
Arnold Rockway
George Jackson
Rudolph Schroeder
John Travis
Paul Schmidt
Bn. Hoggs. Co
Carpenter Bros
E. H. Schow
W. V. Eugle
H. R. Gloff
F. J. Spangle
O. E. Schow
Chris Aars
Alsace wives swell number of French citizens by marriage
Nearly 100,000 former German soldiers have married women of Alsace and have become French citizens, reshaping local demographics and national identity.
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Alsace
Patrick Dunn Found Dead In Room In Newspapers
Patrick Dunn, 70, of St. Louis, was found dead in his room wearing only newspapers. Police did not release a cause of death immediately and are investigating the circumstances.
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Patrick Dunn
St. Louis
The Hardest Dollar to Save Is the First
The essay argues thrift begins with saving the first dollar, noting hardship fades as savings grow. It urges readers to endure small sacrifices to build a fixed habit, promising happiness, peace of mind, and a path to self-discipline and societal duties through consistent saving.
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S. W. Straus
Clifton Merchants Enjoy Best Trade in Years
Clifton merchants report strong commerce with a wide trade area. People from Morgan and Walnut Springs and other towns within over twenty miles shop daily, boosting activity in Clifton.
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Clifton
Morgan
Walnut Springs
Russia Alarmed Over Shortage of Paper
Russia voices concern about a rapid decline in available paper for industrial and consumer use. Officials warn of potential disruptions to printing, packaging, and publishing sectors as supply chains face strain and production costs rise.
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Russia
Eagle roping may become a new Coleman county sport
In Coleman county a wind driven eagle roping fad is reported with Henry Jameson of Talpa leading. Deputy clerk Frank Lewis recalls a 47 1 2 inch eagle captured after a long dash by Jameson. More eagles are seen in West Texas sheep country and rodent control by rope may intensify the battle with lamb losses rising.
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Coleman County
Henry Jameson
Talpa
Frank Lewis
Mr. Lewis
Mr. Jameson
Eagle
Thomases
Lewis
West Texas
Coleman Democrat- Voice
Gap High School Prepares Evening Event
Gap High School announces an 8 p.m. pre event with admission set at 20 and 30 cents. The notice provides a brief glance at the upcoming program and entry costs.
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Gap High School
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Life Insurance
Southland Life Insurance
Gulf Refining Company Products
H. T. Grantham
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