20 Sep 1935
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1935
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text describes an event training field and concrete grandstand at an older site. The readable phrases mention September 7 and a turnout, with references to a crowd and a ready setup. Details are partial and unclear due to damaged text.
Blifton College grid schedule lists matches with Texas Agaies Seaoann Pic and Weatherford Jr. College in Decatur Baptit era. Junior College teams feature prominently alongside Bt John Tartvton and Seth. Weather conditions noted, unclear dates or venues.
In Bosque County Clifton hosts Tarleton in a late season football clash. The writer predicts a Cowboys victory under Coach then-ble men, noting Clifton has not yet beaten Tarleton and Tarleton aims to extend its strong form at night.
Fégard Clinton Hill born July 20 in Norway Mills died in Oxford New Braces on September 13. His funeral rites were held west of Clifton. Survived by wife, two children living at Richardson and mother Moss N Hill, plus other relatives. The body was returned for burial after coroner’s inquest and arrangements by Hurst Springs and Hopwar Hills.
United States Senator Connally wired President Roosevelt urging prompt approval of the Brazos River project. He said the plan, approved by Harry Hopkins, offers massive flood control for a large stretch of the river, and aligns with the programs guiding Roosevelt's works policy.
The Clifton College ants social event opened the year with President and Mrs Tyssen welcoming students. Faculty greeted guests, Swenson sisters performed, and Prof J Duboin accompanied a sing along including Partner in the Dell and Sweet Adeline.
A troubled playoff opener left Local Ball Team with a 5 to 7 loss to Dobe Porter. Errors and misplays, plus a hit batter, helped the visitors pull ahead after Clifton clashed with the first eighth inning. Loran Nock entered as reliever, but control issues and a late rally sealed the defeat.
R A Thompson consulting engineer for the Dallas Chamber of Commerce Roy Connally Waxahachie Chamber secretary M Lander Waxahachie W G Cullpe I H Curby Maypear inlay fair city Monday for a Dallas to Del Rio highway plan proposing a 420 mile finished route from Waxahachie through Meridian Cray Gap Harnton Goldthwaite Brady Junction and Rock Springs to Del Rio A Brady October meeting of interested towns is expected The article also notes local schooling and community notices including staff appointments and students attending Clifton College Howard Payne and Luther College and references to local residents and events in Waco Brownwood and Hamilton with various family updates.
Washington reports Senator Shoppers of 1 Mooking endorsed the Hrazos River Project and urged favorable action to President Rocwewell for a 3.8 million dollar program. The administration aims to advance food control and emission targets, with potential environmental review and public hearings as part of the process.
County wide meetings to discuss the new wheat program will be held in Hoague County on Monday Wednesday and Thursday nights next week led by County Agent E R Lawrence. Officers of the association and the allotment rules for base years 1980 1951 19 2 will be explained with opportunities to elect new officers and raise questions with the Allotment Committee.
A fragmented report details a Lions Club luncheon with mentions of Lion Horst In regard and Lion EB Harris about football end progress. County Commissioner Richart is cited on bounty work, while others discuss local projects and readings at a late meeting adjourned around 1 95.
John F. Redditt of Lufkin became acting Texas governor today as Governor Allred attended a conference in Oklahoma City and Lieut. Gov. Woodul was in New Orleans. Redditt was the fifth governor this year and served in the absence of state leaders during the inter state compact talks.
A clipped fragment notes two heads described as neural with unclear details. The readable text hints at a puzzling duo, suggesting an unusual subject or misprint in a local page. Further context is needed to identify the event, location, or persons involved.
E Ray formerly with the Relief Office spent the weekend in Meridian. Local residents and visitors include McCorkle in Waco, Bob Whitman of Breckenridge, and Joe Lomas's family from Gool Mage. Pastors and church events marked Sunday for the new Methodist Church. Several locals travel to Dallas and Austin for work and education. Marriage license issued to Oran Belcher and Margaret Dunlap. District Court opened for September term with Grand Jury convening.
Mrs. O. A. Cummins died after long illness at Clifton with Mrs. I A. Chatte nearby. The obituary notes kindness shown in illness and a long residence in Clinton. The article preserves a respectful tone and mentions her family and community ties.
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