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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1914
Page
14
The Clifton Record reports on Paris looking poor to Germans amid World War I rumors. It notes Roosevelt's campaign avoiding war talk and suggests the next economic move is buying a hog and sausage grinder. It claims the draw market shortage will rest stomachs and urges investment in cotton or cotton goods to bolster the cotton market.
Bryan Eagle notes a surge of farm goods entering town. Wagon loads of chickens eggs butter peas okra pears potatoes and other foods find buyers, proving thrift can drive earnings. The piece frames farming activity as a strong economic incentive and suggests even small sales multiply into real income.
Woodrow Wilson approves the Buy-a-Bale plan and buys a bale of Texas cotton from a West widow as part of wartime agricultural support. Mexico is mentioned with Villa's action of shooing a dove from a resting place.
The passage states that once the Russians gain momentum toward Berlin the drive becomes irresistible and implies Germany must remove its self starter from operation. It reflects wartime sentiment on the decisive move toward Berlin and the need to disable a key German asset.
The public now widely accepts that clothes do not make the man and those who doubt this are often labeled snobs or fools. The belief has become deeply rooted in common sense and social judgment.
The Texas Industrial Congress announces prizes next year to encourage reducing next year’s cotton acreage. It aims to inform farmers so they can prepare. Prizes cover best yields on at least five acres grown in wheat oats barley and possibly rice, considering cost of production.
The Hillsboro Dispatch notes that Barnum & Bailey have cancelled their Hillsboro date. The piece argues the country benefits little from circuses and suggests merchants lose when circus days bring short-term gains amid broader economic strain.
The Clifton Record lists Robt. L. Baldridge of Clifton Texas as editor managing editor business manager publisher and owner. No bondholders or mortgagees holding 1 percent or more are named. Sworn before Notary Public R. S. Clemmen in Bosque County Texas on September 19 1914 with commission expiring June 1 1915.
A speaker argues that men show odd habits at meals and public spaces, preferring uncloth top tables, sharing drinks, and biting into others’ chews, revealing humorous quirks in everyday behavior. He asserts men are a “queer duck” in common actions.
The eighteen month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Wiede died after drinking poisoned water left out for flies at their home near town. The child fell ill Monday afternoon and died about nine o clock that night after the physician arrived. Dr J Carpenter attended and said there was no chance to save the life once the poison had entered the system. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Clifton Cemetery with Rev Benee officiating. The Record extends condolences to the grieving family.
Beginning October first the Clifton Meat Market announces cash only sales for all, with cash coupon books in 2 00 3 00 and 35 00 values for customers lacking exact change. The note pledges better service and buyer satisfaction in the end. The weather reports from the war zone note hot conditions with no cold feet yet. A quip suggests America’s greatest men are hard drinkers, and should remember where they are today.
The piece argues that a strong reputation builds trust in lawyers like John Smith and in trademarked goods. It urges clients to demand the advertised brands, and merchants to stock them, noting that quality and recognition draw steady patronage and a ready audience.
Let me do your automobile repair work. All work guaranteed at fifty cents per hour. Bring your car to the Rock where it will be stored and well cared for. Voy G. Fort Repair Shop Clifton Texas.
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