09 Nov 1934
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1934
Page
1
In a chaotic incident the abductors seized a car at a downtown carnival area. Two men forced a victim into the vehicle and drove toward a Gilles location, while a third accomplice joined later, with the assailants described as armed and steering toward a Panhandle route.
A Clifton Bakery owner named W. L. Line alleges coercion by rival bakers in Waco over bread pricing. He claims another shop threatened to raise prices, forcing him to match lower cost loaves. He cites witnesses and plans to seek justice, warning of market manipulation harming volume.
A cluttered Cranfills Gap report notes visitors from Alexander and Waco, local Lions game woes against Whitney Be Pool, and preparations around town. Residents Leroy Troll, George Golightly, and Tobe Warren are mentioned among others, with town activity including a telephone company show and school event notes.
Clifton high school football rolled to a 20 to 0 win over Crawford last Friday on a wet field. Jackson Stryker scored on a breakout run, Wallace added a second quarter touchdown, and Coseh Jim Ball led the line as Clifton strengthened its claim in the North and Class B race. Clifton vows to stay sharp as it faces Valley Mill on the rivals’ field, a key clash amid Armistice weekend plans and the looming November 11 rematch.
Clifton stores will close Monday November 12 for Autistic Day observance. The report notes local business and events surrounding the observance with references to community leaders and a ceremony. Some names and details are unclear due to OCR errors but the main action is store closures and observance.
County Agent urges Bosque County farmers with surplus cotton certificates to place them in the national pool by November 10. Farmers must visit the County Agent’s office to complete government forms. W L Chenault reports 82,006 pounds already placed in the pool.
A notable Wichita Falls resident Frank Kell spoke at a county gathering at the City Hall about old vigilante era in Bosque County history. The event drew many county friends and included remarks by Mr Kell and Mrs Enna Mixon as attendees.
A quirky sport draws in local youths as they chase hidden gems in a neighborhood treasure hunt. The event, hosted at a community setting, features playful clues and encourages teamwork among young residents.
Democratic candidates dominate early results with strong showings across grades and state lines. Notable participants include Dorothy Elder Kathryn Helton Henry Lawrence and Irene Lambert with scores ranging from the high eighties to the mid nineties across elementary through middle school levels.
Meridian sower system has been laid and theatre construction advances under 1G M. Gandy and J. R. Harwell. Fire damaged a closet door frame but was quickly extinguished. Local residents Jorgenson, Brand, and others visit kin. National politics report details Democratic gains and shifts after last Tuesday’s elections with Roosevelt and Farley facing party unity questions.
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