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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1920
Page
12
Exatered at Postoffice Clifton Texas as Second Class Mail Matter every Friday morning. The notice lists display advertising per inch and extra charges for special positions. Subscription rates show one year six months three months payable in advance.
Old fashioned Democrats in Texas express relief after Pat M. Neff’s defeat by the American Party and vow to resume labor with the pledge to make it safe for democracy.
Clifton business houses stayed closed all day as Armistice Day was observed. Public school teachers and pupils conducted exercises on the Campus honoring the flag and the historic occasion.
In north Texas, as cotton prices fall, at least 1000 acres of cotton are left unharvested as tenants abandon farms for city work or other districts. Idle labor rises in small towns and cities, shops trim staff, and Denison sees a building boom to absorb unemployed workers while many areas cannot take in outsiders.
The church schedules Sunday school at 10 with full attendance, a Bible class, and an English language regular service at 11. Communion in English at Crawford Sunday afternoon at 4. Choir rehearsal Friday at 7 30. Catechumens meet Saturday at 10. Pastor Theodore Lerud extends a cordial welcome.
The Dahl family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for support during the sudden death of their brother Alfred. Signed by Mr. and Mrs. Peder Dahl and Mr. and Mrs. O D Melson and others. Dee Palmer Studio advertises photographs as Christmas gifts.
The Queen Theatre showcases Constance Binney in The Stolen Kiss on Wednesday and Thursday, plus The Lost City episode, Zip and Zest two reel comedy, and matinee showings. Friday features All the World for Nothing with Mary Miles Minter and other attractions. Coming: Valley of Tomorrow and more classics.
Immanuel Lutheran Church announces no service at Clifton and directs worship at Garnersville Sunday November 14 at 10:30 a.m. Y P S meets at 7:30 p.m. Pastor W H Bewie.
Mr and Mrs Charley Anz southeast of town announce the birth of a baby boy on Tuesday November 9.
Notice declares certificates Nos 55701 to 55725 of the National Fire Insurance Company of Hartford are lost. They require countersignature for validity and are void and fraudulent without it. If found return to Home Office Hartford and no claims will be recognized. Certificates were sent to J. K. McSpadden of Clifton Texas by Parcel Post on June 25 1919.
James W. Kirby of Walnut Springs, one of Bosque county’s oldest citizens, died at his son in law Massey’s home one mile north of Walnut Springs. Born in Kentucky 74 years ago, he moved to Bosque county forty years ago near Walnut Springs. He was buried at Russell Cemetery on November 4 after a large funeral, Eld J S Newman of Clifton officiating.
The Farmers Gin Company announces coal in stock and for sale. Local buyers are invited to inquire at the plant for available quantities and pricing.
Civic ladies announce a Turkey Dinner with all accessories for sixty cents at City Hall on Saturday, November 20 72. The event promotes community support and features affordable meals for residents.
Clifton Gin and Cotten Co offers 300 feet of 2 inch gas pipe for sale. L M Solberg Mercury is the contact person listed for inquiries.
Waco Texas November 5. Circulated rumor says the Katy will dispose of the Texas Central from Waco to Rotan a 225 mile stretch. News confirms a message from Amarillo that the Southern Pacific Lines will acquire control of the Texas Central.
Fire of unknown origin, likely a faulty wire, damaged the Shearny wholesale grocers in Hillsboro Texas at 12 30 this morning. Estimated loss 150000 with most damage from smoke and water. fire department confined flames to one corner. Loss fully insured. The Record and Dallas News 2 50
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