15 Oct 1926
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1926
Page
1
Notice to car owners about weather ready tops and curtain materials. Calvert's Shoe Shop offers curtain lights and shoe repair with Frank Luediecke, a top repairer. Boots made to order available at J. W. Calvert Shoe and Auto Top Shop.
Chrie L Roche reports Cranfille Gap Wool and Mohair Growers Association held a sale week, achieving 11426 pounds in the pool at 69 cents per pound, the highest regional average. Total Mohair handled this year reaches 20,648 pounds with earnings around 12,119.21 dollars. Executive committee plans November sales, aiming to promote diversified production and avoid conflicts with nearby markets.
Fire swept the Clifton Ice & Cold Storage Plant early Thursday causing extensive damage to buildings and nearby property. Firefighting efforts focused on protecting adjacent cars and warehouses as crews battled the blaze with strong water streams. Local owners report partial insurance and plans to rebuild, with little danger to nearby structures. Also noted: Clifton Gin Company reports upgrades and new machinery to speed service and reliability for customers. The Lorena College football game saw Clifton College defeating Lorena 18 to 6 with Clifton's defense stepping up in the final periods. Captain Hatch of Lorena was highlighted for leadership while Clifton's two scores came from direct plays in the later stages.
Local Meridian court notes list jury appointments and a reconvened grand jury, with four felonies true dealt during the term. Commissioners approve temporary allowances and many vendor claims, plus marriage licenses and local church notices.
Special Correspondent reports the Valley Mills ceremony conducted by Rev. W J Tiearoo. The couple, both long-time residents, left for Dallas to begin married life. Family and friends extend wishes for happiness and prosperity as they start their life together.
In Mustang, a united farming community meets monthly at the local schoolhouse. Recent gathering drew farmers and wives to discuss dairying, milk quality, and marketing, noting cotton prices push farmers toward dairy as better revenue. Local leaders praised cooperative efforts and urged expansion of dairy and produce ventures.
At the Clifton Public School meeting Mrs. Morrison's 6th graders and Mrs. Bettie spoke on fire prevention, noting fire insurance rates in large Texas cities. The PTA voted to empower the purchasing committee to buy playground equipment and repair walls. Clifton defeated Gateaville 10 to 8 in football with a rapid opening touchdown and strong team play, while Valley Mile visuals promise a City Park game next Friday. The PTA plans to present the play “Scales Rare” at the district on Friday, with community interest high.
A fragment describes the Mageaioe Club gathering on October 12 with several members present and others absent due to illness or death. The event included a formal meeting, a tastings of a salad course, and a roast dinner.
Obscure listing fragment mentions items and names. readable parts point to a sale notice with limited details. Entities are unclear but include potentially personal names and a local sale reference without concrete dates or locations.
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