12 Sep 1930
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1930
Page
1
The piece notes many households suffer fire damage while tenants and owners alike are lax about protection. It highlights that $500 to $2,000 may be tied up in household goods without fire safeguards, urging immediate action rather than delaying.
The Clifton Public Schools begin the 180 day term next Monday with enrollment, textbook provisions, and strict entry rules. Students must bring report cards or written statements, and state law requires 120 minutes of daily physical training with exemptions needing a doctor’s certificate.
At a recent City Council meeting Clifton let a contract for a new fire truck and firefighting equipment. The purchase aims to protect property and support a newly organized volunteer company. Equipment will be shipped immediately to be issued to volunteers, with plans to improve street paving and town progress.
Clifton enjoyed a busy trades day with the Old Mill Band performing and mood lifted by recent rain. Shoppers spent at home merchants, receiving gifts such as coffee, flour, and cash equivalents, while locals noted a strong turnout and continued support for the Trade At Home spirit.
Epwctal Correspondent notes visits and family gatherings across Garnersville, including fairs, church activities, and neighbors hosting relatives from Roswell, Meridian, Clifton, and Fort Worth. The piece lists guests at homes, a travel mishap, and church events at Immanuel Lutheran with upcoming services and gatherings.
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Marriage licenses were filed for Ora Mae Canily and Mr G Morea, Lois Bly and Br Mundie Crawford, Minnie Burleson and Mr John Johnson, Pauline Burleson and Mr Henry Clay Stinnett, and Ann Low Robertson with Henry Clay Stinnett. Sheriff’s report details a copper whiskey still found near Morgan and arrests of Alfred Thompson and Hayden Weeks. Commissioners Court met. Read Superintendent report and tax rolls approved. Rev. Kirchner family left on a mission trip. various local visitors and residents noted in Abderian.
A brief ad invites customers to feel at home and visit the store to look around or buy. Carpenter Brothers extend a warm welcome and promise ready service to shoppers, emphasizing hospitality and assistance.
The Olson home three miles north of Tifton was destroyed by a morning fire that started between the ceiling and roof above the kitchen. Olson and family escaped with only a few pieces of furniture saved. He notes prior small fires but says he could not save the latest blaze and plans to rebuild after harvest.
The Lione Club weekly luncheon featured line and song numbers by Minx Lunne Linn and Minx Edith Tennison under Grover Lane. Winners at the event were Charlie Myers of Waco and Mr. Williams of Oak Park, connected with Boy Scout work at the Heart of Texas Council. Warehouse committee reported Marines stock delivered for the November Livestock and Poultry Show.
Sudden passing of Mrs J W Guin aged four years at her home in San Angelo. She spent most of her life near Clifton, formerly Miss Dorn White, daughter of Mrs A White of Clifton. Body returned to Clifton for burial in Clifton cemetery. Funeral at Clifton first Methodist Church conducted by Rev Frank Nixon. Survived by husband J W Guin, son David Guin, mother Mrs S A White of Abilene, sisters Mrs Ben Miller of Big Spring, Mrs J Lacetomree, Mrs J A Rumwell, Mae and Ethel White of Abilene, Mrs Menry Lee of Clifton, brothers C A White of Brownwood, Dave White of Crane, W S White of Sapulpa. Numerous friends in Abilene and elsewhere mourn her.
A.C. Allen, division manager, attended the opening of the facility's fare exhibit ceremony on Friday September at the engineering institute, marking the company’s involvement in the new project.
Reports from Cranfills Gap describe injuries and illnesses in the community, including several appendicitis operations and a typhoid outbreak among local families. Also noted are weddings, relocations to Oklahoma City and Waco for medical care, and a planned Clifton College attendance. Community events like the canceled fair reflect ongoing economic concerns.
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