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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1949
Page
1
Fragments show a jail or gang related text with many personal names, nicknames, and possible roles. The readable parts mention individuals such as Brometad Gang Rutland Oscar and Nelson, plus multiple surnames and nicknames, but no coherent event or date is discernible.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Clifton adding features to a street named White Way. Mentions red sign, a 60 foot span, and water-related work with possible city involvement. Details are unclear and names are damaged.
Residents near North Camp Hood discuss a 4,000 volt powerline extension as CPS plans to run wires east of the town. Officials promise job creation and improved service while residents weigh safety and cost. The report notes local stopovers by families visiting relatives and community events surrounding the ongoing project and nearby travel.
Cowboys face Ranger Junior College at home Saturday night in a decisive matchup. Del Mar College lends Corpus Christ support as the Cowboys seek a win to boost standings.
Clifton TaMee Wwrth McGregor preview the upcoming game as the Cubs hope to snag their second conference victory. West Trojans rally from 36 7 early deficit, while McGregor and Yale passing attack show improvement. Local names F.C. Luedtke family and Gene Cor barbecue noted.
West Trojans topped the Clifton Cubs 27 to 14 as fumbles and slow start hurt Clifton. West built a lead with an early drive and a fourth quarter touchdown, while Clifton only scored in the fourth on Eddie Perry’s end run. West gained 96 passing yards and 236 rushing yards to Clifton’s 80. Local fans at home look to next Friday’s game.
Eastern Star members toured Granbury Lodge in a visit described with names such as Mrs. Tyler Hill and Merv. Loonn Shafter among attendees. The fragmentary text notes a social or ceremonial gathering with referenced individuals and local figures.
Johm Clifton Gray dies October 12 at age seven after a pear attack debellion. Born January 9, 3062, in Perry County Arkansas, he spent most of life in Hill and Bosque counties. Funeral held October 16 at Clifton Methodist Church with Rev. Briggs. interment in Clifton.
At the Dallas fair three Open Chats contest. TR Patterson and Son, Berkshire hog breeders, led with thirteen hogs and earned thirteen ribbons plus 117 dollars in prize money. David Dahl of Clifton showed Berkshire hogs, earning ten ribbons, including a five second place and a champion sow pig, with 109 dollars won. J E Lokhart and son showed two Tamworth hogs with one boar and one sow, taking third and fifth places and 18 dollars in prizes.
Commissioner Evans Picdin and his road crew have been busy building a new road from Highway 6 to the Meridian Creek area toward the Groner community. The project aims to connect with the old Meridian Road, with plans to widen the route as its use grows. The contract for Cross Roads to Go road work is set, with completion expected later in the year and no men to start before November.
Fairview New News notes a quiet Sunday with numerous visits among local families. Residents like D Bearden, Jett Lumpkin and families, and Dick Blassingame hosted relatives from Dallas and nearby towns. The piece highlights social calls, children, and shared time at several homes.
Two Clifton Gints enrolled by Frow. Miss Lizeabeth Amalia Moore and Mus Berimrs Lvetnart act as tones for the fall term. Prices at auction include feed wheat 2.80 per bushel, No 2 mixed hay at 1.78 per cwt, poultry items and cotton at 99.20 cents per pound, with about 400 bales noted.
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