16 Nov 1945
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1945
Page
1
A partial football recap outlines Clifton vs Cliftonites with Harvey scoring and Reed contributing on yardage and touchdowns. The muddled notes list players, attempts, and game stats, noting Clifton gains and turnovers, with mentions of defense and crowd turnout.
The Apollo Boys Choir plans a Sunday concert at Clifton Junior College auditorium on Nov 18. The non denominational group ages nine to fourteen performs widely with past appearances including Town Hall New York and broadcasts on major networks. Open to interested boys with musical talent. auditions arranged through the Apollo Choir School in Dallas.
The fragment notes Cpl James C Townley discharged in November and reformed to duty, receiving the ENO Ribbon with five adjuncts and the Good Conduct Medal amid a combat acknowledgment. The text is garbled but indicates post discharge recognition and decoration details.
Lt. Chris Hansen earns the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism while serving with Marine forces during combat. He commanded rifle troops and led a platoon through heavy enemy fire, displaying conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity under fire.
Dr Imogene Bentley a native Texan and longtime educator with degrees from Wart Tsan State Tuschere College and Georgeaboty College for Teachers will speak. She leads the Behavioral Area of University Women and holds roles in Kappa Gamma and the National Association Peace of Women.
A list of local veterans declared civilians in the past week includes Milton A. Sanders Hubert A. Bekjerk John H Bekken Charlee M. sip Js Parnell Warren Marvin E ft Cleo W Patterwon Eldon Limerman Wilfred O Becker Lea Albrecht Clifton Marshall F Neely Juanita L Man tooth Trven J Brandon Jonathan Tennison Merlin O Jenmstad Lonnie J Sanford Johnie E Groesehel John W Ralitey Meridian kin Woodland H T T Hare Quentin W Barrett Red camp Wain Springs E Hil iW Tartatns Nebneohy Pronk EL Hak Billie L Behols Jim H McCoy Mack C Ferguson Archie J Barker Luther B Kensman Obie L Dunlap Onaries N Hotton Crgil J Jackson Clyde M Homer M Rove pee Bullard Towsley Morgan James A Cleon Crazile Gap et Kickyatteh RED WAttney
The Bosque County rationing board announces the transfer of jurisdiction to Waco. Residents seeking services should contact the new office for filings deadlines and required documents.
Lions in Clifton push towards a Victory Lawn Drive target while voting to observe November 29 as a town Thanksgiving holiday. Members discuss attendance, a forthcoming turkey dinner, and a Clifton College concert by the Ilo Boys Choir.
Albert Bernhart Pederson son of Johan and Martha Pederson born Sept 20 1886 died Nov 6 at 2 10 pm in Meridian Texas at age 62 with one month and sixteen days. Survived by mother two sisters five brothers and other relatives. Funeral from Cranfills Gap home on Wed Nov 7 at 2 00 pm and St Olaf Lutheran Church at 2 30 pm with many entrants from Cranfills Gap School. Interment Olaf Lutheran Cemetery.
The Selmer Erickson Post 322 calls for renewed Legion membership to serve the community and urges ex service members to join. It also highlights a lack of adequate meeting facilities with no own hall or space for gatherings, dinners, or regular meetings, asking where a suitable site can be found.
A garbled report notes Merrill D. ks Recaen Dickoroe and Sacks received items after a charge. It mentions arrival in the States and references Tigres ores and Kreenis in a fragmentary context.
Public notice advises Bosque County citizens that rationed certificates are issued by the McLennan County Board after applications pass through Meridian meetings held every Monday at ten o clock. Applications must be filed with Hazel Ray at the Tolane County office, then sent to Waco after board review.
The Clifton College Building Fund grows as college offices report updated gifts. The St. Olaf Congregation contributes a total of 4,200 with cumulative receipts reaching 10,981.25, aiding ongoing construction and endowment efforts.
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