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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1942
Page
8
A Valley Mills column reports social visits and church attendance from residents including the Dansbys and Townleys, plus a brief note on the Eagles football game and a general weathered update. It also cites a federal rationing extension and a regional tire recapping advertisement.
An animal show report highlights a White Leghorn owned by Charles D. Delaber of Endlegy Texas in Coma County winning high honors with 310 eggs earning 944.05 points. The year end rate shows a 2 percent reduction, though the rate remains a major factor. The breeder urges focus on vigor and vitality in future entries.
The Womack school notes celebrate 4 H Club activities with officers listed, posters made for stories, and plans for a new meeting. Community items mention visits by Baker, Parkenberg, Metokowsky, and others during a holiday period. A pledge to observe the holiday with appreciation for blessings and symbols of freedom is included.
Ruth Towsley hosted a bridal shower for Miss Dorothy Baldridge, bride-elect of Clement Kincheloe, at Max J. M. Jenson's home. Guests included local and out-of-town attendees from Burnet and Dallas as decorations featured chrysanthemums and wedding-themed displays. The couple plans a Burns, Texas home after a short wedding trip.
A miscellaneous bridal shower celebrated on Saturday afternoon, November 14, at the home of Mrs. Olaf Robie honoring Mrs. Malcolm Smith of Waco. Guests signed the Bride's Book, enjoyed punch and cookies, and heard songs and toasts for the bride and groom. Gifts were presented via a model airplane carried by Paula Christenson, as guests wished the couple long, happy married life.
The notice records the marriage of Dorothy Eley Baldridge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Baldridge, to Mr. John Kincheloe, son of Mr. and Mrs. Kinchelow. The event is noted as a union joining two families with the groom's lineage identified.
Miss Edith L Gacy Cleary daughter of Mrs Cleary of 2001 W Girard Ave married Lt Jackson R Stryker AL A F son of Mr and Mrs Charles Stryker of Clifton Tenay in a 7 pm ceremony November 4 at Mary B Simpson Methodist Church. Bride wore a blue satin dress with matching hat and white rose corsage. Bridesmaid Regen Herman wore dusty pink velveteen with matching hat. Best man was Edward Clarey. Reception followed at 2601 Parkway before departure.
A Philadelphia column notes Miss Mary Coston honored at a Tuesday dinner in Wahita. Guests included Mrs. Elmore Canuteson, Mrs. Lloyd Lane, Mrs. W. D. Nockols Jr, and several attendees with brides dainty cards. Centerpiece featured a white pottery Mower bowl with yellow chrysanthemums gifted by Mrs. J. W. Denton.
The Hopeful Homemaking Club girls met in the Woman’s Department on November 43rd. The president called the meeting to order and minutes were read. Officers were elected. W. A. Stringfellow named president, Louis Turner vice president, Gladys Bakke secretary-treasurer, Bettie Henderson seporter. The club discussed yearbooks and program plans. members sang, spoke on posture and personality, care for fingernails, and dating tips. The Clifton Cubs defeated the La Vega Pirates 88 to 0 to win the first District title. next aims include Groesbeck Goats for the Bi-District Championship.
Dr Corneil G Brown announces ongoing expansion of his practice with new therapeutic equipment. An additional departmental room is being installed in the office, reflecting his aim to treat patients more scientifically and achieve quicker results.
Local notes report visits among Meridian residents including Mr and Mrs O Be Shai with guests from Harting and On, and many family and friend calls. Mentions of Norma Fuqua accompanying to Norman, and Mrs Minnie Stockton visiting Meridian for business as families travel to Breckenridge, Jacksonville, and Waco.
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