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Newspaper

Clifton Record

Location

Clifton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1913

Page

6

Mexico Missouri Goes Dry as Other Mexico Stays Wet

Mexico Missouri ended alcohol sales last week while the other Mexico remained open, creating a split status in neighboring communities. Local officials cited public health and safety concerns as the driving reason behind the change, prompting mixed reactions from residents and businesses.

Income tax law warning crops up in mail

A mock Halloween jack o lantern appearance aside, residents are urged to prepare for income tax obligations and payments due under the new law. The notice emphasizes readiness and compliance for the tax season.

Questioning Thaw’s sanity and asylum confinement

The remark ponders how Harry Thaw could be sane enough to conspire yet deemed too dangerous to release from the asylum, highlighting tensions between his perceived intellect and legal-psychiatric decisions in Jerome.

Harry Thaw Jerome

Sunday Reflections on Adoed Mexican Election

A fragmentary note questions Sunday deeds and the seeming paradox of a good day not guaranteeing moral action. The line suggests skepticism about sanctity of actions tied to a calendar day and political processes.

Snakes Sold by Length See Price Rise by Three Dollars a Foot

Trained snakes are priced by length with a three dollar per foot price increase. Buyers placing orders should expect higher costs for any snake longer than prior rates.

Keeping Good Roads a Priority in Public Policy

The article argues that maintaining existing road quality is as vital as building new infrastructure. It stresses ongoing maintenance, funding, and timely repairs as essential to long term transportation reliability and safety.

Ambiguous War Comment Sparks Marine Debate

A terse remark hints at delaying potential conflict with Mexico until a Mediterranean cruise ends. It references possible use of war ships and suggests strategic timing without clear plans or authorities.

Kiven Mexico

Married Women of Fort Worth Target Husbands in Suicide

The note alleges a pattern in Fort Worth where married women kill their husbands, labeling it a fad and implying a local cultural trend rather than a singular event. The statement frames the issue as a recurring social phenomenon among residents.

Fort Worth

Question on surgical cure for criminal moral obliqueness

An editorial asks how many operations would cure a criminal’s morality and whether he should be released back into society while treatment continues. It debates ethics and public safety without naming individuals or locations.

Mrs Busch's Estate Share Ties To Beer Glass Value

The text links Mrs. Busch's share of her husband's estate to a price equivalent to 80 million beer glasses and imagines a schooner fleet carrying the collection. This suggests a metaphorical valuation tied to a large beer-related measure.

Roads Shine as Town Flourishes Under Bright Signs

A report highlights that while electric lights and signs illuminate the town, well built roads provide the country its best display and keep its people content and prosperous, underscoring road infrastructure as the key to progress.

Senators urged to resign for better business focus

The press nationwide agrees that senators and representatives who cannot stay in Washington and stay in touch with business should resign so others can try the job.

Washington

Kansas town bans mule braying at night

A Kansas town passes an ordinance prohibiting mules from braying after dark, prompting debate over personal liberty and local control. The measure reflects rural concerns with noise and livestock management.

Santa Anna Kansas

Baker Law Shuts 242 Milwaukee Saloons

A law named the Baker act forced 242 Milwaukee saloons out of business, ending their operations and stirring local concern for business and social impact.

Milwaukee

Building Rural Strength Through Better Highways

The speaker argues that to keep the boy on the farm country forces must be as effective as city forces. The key step is improving rural highways, which will in turn make the rest easier.

Wealthy deaths rise amid new income tax law

The article notes increased deaths among wealthy men, suggesting the new income tax law is impacting the upper class and possibly contributing to a rise in mortality among prominent figures.

Tax on Few May Ring Loud Across Nation

It is said the income tax will affect about one in 200 people, but those hit hardest will voice their grievances loudly enough to be heard nationwide.

Old Fashioned Courtship Recalled in Lorena Register

A reader asks about the old fashioned girl and the old fashioned boy. The piece recalls a shy suitor on a cold day sweating through his collar while chatting about weather and courting for years before proposing marriage.

Lorena Register

New York Governor Sulzer Ousted by Impeachment Verdict

The text notes the removal of Governor Sulzer from office by a high court of impeachment last month and mentions his subsequent election attempts. The article centers on the political fallout and Sulzer's political trajectory following impeachment.

Wim. Sulzer New York

Sixth District Assembly Race Sees Sweeping Plurality

Reporting from yesterday's state assembly election the sixth district produced a sweeping plurality estimated around two thousand votes or more. Sulzer appeared to lead on the progressive ticket and outpolled his republican and democratic rivals combined.

Sulzer

Bush will pay tax on heirs under will of Adolphus Bush

An estate plan allocates about 2000 dollars daily to August A Bush and 1000 dollars daily to his mother Mrs Adolphus Bush and each of his five sisters. Each heir will owe the United States roughly 15810 dollars annually in income tax, except August A Bush who will have.

Agust A. Bush Adolphus Bush United States August A. Bush

Tax Law Earns Revenue as Rich Pay Double Share

The Record notes the Democratic income tax law will raise revenue by making wealthier individuals pay twice as much for two shares of the estate. It defends the tax as fair, saying those who have should bear the burden, and those who have not should accept it as well.

Uncle Sam Ft. Worth

Notice to Public About Trespass on My Land

Property owner H Gray warns against gathering pecans on land near town purchased from Dr Gillespie. Unauthorized foraging will lead to prosecution. 80 Ht pd.

Record and Commercial Appeal One Year for 1.25

A promotional offer sets a one year subscription to The Record and Commercial Appeal at 1.25 dollars, inviting readers to renew or subscribe for access to local news and features.

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