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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1920
Page
11
Prohibitionists Favor Harding Over Cox in Victory
Virgil C. Hinshaw, chairman of the Prohibition National Committee, says Harding’s election pleases the movement more than Cox would have. He cites Harding’s pledge to oppose reestablishing intoxicating liquor and to align future action on prohibition with the eighteenth amendment and the Volstead law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Harding
Cox
Virgil C. Hinshaw
Prohibition National Committee
National Temperance Council
Hinshaw
Lost handbag near Jameson place prompts notice
A leather handbag containing a Norwegian Hymn Book and small items was lost between Clifton and Meridian near Jameson place. Return to Clifton Rubber Co. for reward. Oscar Surley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clifton
Meridian
Jameson Place
Clifton Rubber Co
Little Children See Faults Like Adults Do Not
A reflective line notes that children notice others flaws as they are while adults perceive them through desired lenses, offering a commentary on perception and judgment across ages.
Court Upholds Kansas Anti Cigarette Statute
Topeka, Kan. Nov. 6 The Kansas Supreme Court upheld the state anti cigarette law in affirming Earl A. Nossaman's conviction in Harper County District Court. Nossaman, an Anthony druggist, was found guilty on twenty one counts of selling cigarettes and possessing cigarettes and papers for barter sale and distribution with three acquittals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Kan
Supreme Court
Earl A. Nossaman
Harper County
Nossaman
Anthony
Clifton High School Report Highlights Facilities and Course Notes
Clifton High School is a two story brick building with a library, laboratory, auditorium space, and adequate science equipment. The supervisor notes library holdings need more history references, vocational agriculture was dropped with credit retained for one year, and overall instruction and pupil engagement were commendable despite limited classroom observation due to supervisor timing and a chautauqua program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
E. M. Pharr
Clifton
Department of Education
S. M. N. Marrs
Clifton High School
Tom C. Parks
Chas. M. Rogers
Clifton School
Three Weddings In Gatesville During County Fair
The county fair drew strong crowds and featured three weddings over two days in Gatesville. Sheriff Hollingsworth officiated for Luther Minsch and Glen Galloway on October 29th, J S Lee and Mamie Farrell, and Walter Raischenberg and Cordie Pennington on October 30th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gatesville
Sheriff Hollingsworth
Luther Minsch
Glen Galloway
J. S. Lee
Mamie Farrell
Waler Rauschenberg
Cordie Pennington
Hobby Will Tender Use Of State Boat To Harding
Governor Hobby will offer a Texas patrol boat for Senator Harding and his party during their stay at Point Isabel Texas on November 6 as part of official state hospitality and navigation support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HOBBY
Harding
Austin
Texas
Point Isabel
Morgan Store Burglarized in Cleburne TX
Cecil and Company at Morgan, Texas suffered a burglary last night. About 200 dollars worth of fine dresses silk shirts shoes and related items were stolen. Entry was gained by removing a panel from the rear door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan
Cleburne
Texas
Cecil & Co
Publishers Notice on Missed Papers and Price Pressures
A publishers note advises readers who miss a paper to check a back issue rather than charge postmasters. It explains that expired time means discontinuation under rules, urges prompt renewal, and cites high paper costs—five hundred percent higher than two years ago—forcing many newspapers to raise funds or close.
Flour Prices Fall to Lowest Since 1918 Record
In Minneapolis on November 6, flour quotations for family patents fell to levels not seen since January 1918. One mill cut 75 cents to $10.75 per barrel while another dropped 20 cents to $10.40, the new low, as millers attribute the slump to the weak wheat market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
Man unaware of Vice President but confident on government
A speaker argues that lacking knowledge of the Vice President does not prevent someone from forming strong views on governance. The remark implies practical political judgment outweighs ceremonial titles.
High School Faculty Receives Credit Recommendations
The supervisor confirms the faculty qualified to a standard grade of work. Recitations in English Latin General Science and History were held with laboratory work in Chemistry. Noise from seats disturbed some study hall recitations and should be eliminated. recommendations grant Algebra 2 Biology 1 General Science 1 credit if work is satisfactory.
First German Merchant Ship Reaches New York Dock
The Sophie Rickhie Rickmers, a 4363 ton German steamer, arrives in New York the first German merchant ship since July 1914. Flying the prewar German flag, she is in ballast and will load cargo for the return trip. The captain and crew are German.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Germany
Sophie Rickhie Rickmers
Compliment on Sensible Hats Noted by Observers
A reader recalls admiring a woman who wore sensible hats and contrasts it with a past fashion where women balanced odd headpieces like vegetable bundles and rooster feathers, once seen as humanly acceptable.
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Bosque County
Gardless
Express
Clifton Battery Company
Tfe
Oscar Surley
Kansas
the City Bakery
E. A. Jackson
Prop
Publishers’ Notice
I Or Mine Nevin
Miles Medical CO
Elkhart, Ind
Clifton College
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