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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1919
Page
12
Your dollars may not buy as much now as in former years, but they will be accepted by those you owe at the same old value. The notice suggests confidence in the currency’s continued acceptance despite inflation.
Cotton pickers worked through the week taking advantage of bright weather, leaving the gins crowded and busy in this town.
The streets of Clifton never looked better than they do crowded with cotton and wheat wagons, as they have.
With the coal strike upon us the is ready to take charge of the business. We may cuss government ownership, but we look to Uncle Sam when trouble impends.
Two constitutional amendments appeared to pass in last Tuesday’s vote while the fate of the remaining measures remained unclear. Officials cautioned that final results may hinge on late tallies and provisional ballots.
The October 25 report by F N Gray Texas cotton crop specialist shows Texas overall 46 percent normal. Northwest Texas leads at 96 percent, with Briscoe and Childress counties above normal. southeast is weakest at 16 percent, Liberty and Wharton 13 and 15 percent. Central section at 42 percent, Erath 65 and Fayette 29 percent. Bell 43 and Williamson 55 percent.
Mrs. Chas W. Clarkson hosted a Thursday afternoon informal tea at her residence in honor of her aunt Mrs. Fakes of Dallas. Several ladies attended the social gathering.
A reader named W L Braun left a half dollar to cover an advance subscription, noting the Gazette would rise to 1 50 a year on November 1. He already prepaid a year and regards the increase as a positive step.
Continuous rains rendered roads nearly travel impossible in parts of Clifton. Local business leaders aided temporary repairs to restore some passage as relief efforts continued amid deteriorating surface conditions.
In Clifton and surrounding area readers are urged to honor veterans who served in France. The piece recalls Armistice Day, the fallen’s mothers, and the nation’s gratitude as veterans bear the heaviest load after war. It quotes Napoleon on peace and prayer for future humanity. It calls for local support and plans to show appreciation for returning soldiers.
In Mosheim on October 31 Fred Mosley and Myrtice Henry teamed with Charlie Williams and Nettie Jones to wed, with Rev. Cole officiating. The couples then traveled to Waco for the Cotton Palace and plan to settle in Mosheim. Rev. Cole spoke to large crowds Friday to Sunday as local road repairs and Delco plant installation modernized the town. Election day yielded about forty votes amid crop season.
Fordson tractor offered for sale by Oscar Omenson who is done plowing. Asking price eight hundred dollars. Property details are limited to the brief sale notice.
An exchange style notice from IL. M. Solberg stating they are in the market at all times for remnant cotton and inviting sellers to contact them before selling. The brief ad emphasizes prompt purchase of cotton remnants.
The Clifton Garage announces the employment of an ex mechanic who specializes in stereo battery fixes and a range of ignition repair work. They invite customers and friends to visit and meet Clayton Tennison on teen.
The Queen Theatre offers a weekly program featuring Doug Fairbanks in Mr. Fix-It, The Tiger Trail episodes, Alice Brady in His Bridal Night, Bryant Washburn in The Venus of the East, and a seven part Dorothy Dalton western The Flame of the Yukon. Films include Hale Hamilton in Full of Pep and upcoming stars Chas. Ray, Marion Davies, May Allison, Louise Glaum, and Mary Pickford specials. L. E. Handley announces candidacy for Public Weigher, with details to come.
Methodist church announces preaching at 11 a m and 7 p m on Sunday with Sunday School at 10 a m Prayer meeting held Wednesday at 7 p m Pastor Geo F Kornegay leads the congregation.
Notice announces Clifton will close on November 1st at Armistice Pal with details about the closing action and location.
The Magneses utente notes an October 28th 3 o'clock gathering hosted by Mrs. Ralph Helm at the John M. Grimland residence. Reportey indicates brief coverage of the event.
A life insurance digest cites figures from a hundred average men showing 35 dead by 65, 54 dependent on others. It argues for early business training, stating the educated man earns about $80,000 in a lifetime versus $44,000 for a day laborer, and that education adds value worth $298 per dollar invested at Tyler Commercial College.
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