26 Sep 1941
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Newspaper
Clifton Record
Location
Clifton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1941
Page
1
A local obituary notes the death of Goitefean with details of a funeral held Thursday afternoon at the Rock Church and burial at the Olaf cemetery. The deceased was described as devoted to Christian faith and raised in the fear and love of the Lord, with many friends attending.
A letter from Texas officials applauds the water superintendent candidate Brandeter for completing required training and experience. It requests licensing evidence be posted publicly and notes the importance of safe water quality and proper city administration.
Clifton friends of Ben Brite celebrate his promotion to superintendent of Brownsville public schools. Brite has served the district in multiple roles and as athletic coach, earning broad support from the community and faculty for his qualifications.
Mrs Harrill Eastus formerly Edna Tergman was honored with a miscellaneous shower at the H G Pederson home on a Saturday afternoon. Guests included C Pederson and Ollie Mae Pederson. Attendees enjoyed autumn flower decorations, punch, and nuts with a brief program of piano solos and song selections.
A fragmented game summary notes the Cubs facing a tough Grey lineup and uncertain scoring, with references to Clifton and Mlitz. It mentions a recent double win and a focus on offense, while implying behind the scenes struggles and pay concerns.
Secretary treasurer of the Borque Meridian New Farm Loan Associations spoke at a Nipla conference in Bert Worth noting Texans farm products fetch higher prices since the Hormary report. The Land Bank shows over 40 percent more new long term loans in 24 years with 3424000 extended for mortgages and early repayment proves borrower reliability.
Baylor faces Hardin-Simmons in Waco on Saturday as coach Frank Kipbrough prepares a busy afternoon. The Abilene Christian team has not lost since 1939 and opened the fall with a 51 point win, while Baylor showcases backs Jack Wilken and Milton Crain plus a strong line.
The Lorena Leopards and the Cubs played a tight defensive match in Clifton, ending 0 to 0. Both teams showed strong lines, with neither offense producing a decisive breakthrough and the game highlighted by solid tackling and cautious ball control.
The Clifton High School Band receives high praise for its performance and drills. Director Curtis Pederson earns compliments for producing satisfying results from all members. The band’s routines on the athletic field boost football teams and entertain the public with spirited performances.
Cadet Charles Williams completes ten weeks of preliminary flight training at the Ryan School of Aeronautics in San Diego and finishes basic flight training at Moffett Field on July 14. He is a Meridian Texas high school graduate and a University of Texas member in Beta Alpha Pi.
Humble Oil and Refining Company will sponsor weekly radio broadcasts of Southwest Conference football for a seventh straight season. Kern Tippe will lead a team of play by play announcers including Cy Leland Hal Thompson Wes Box and Dan Riss with color announcers providing vivid game drama. More than seventy stations may carry multiple games each weekend as Humble plans coverage of all conference games and select non conference opponents with travel to distant sites.
Joy Harwell celebrated her fifth birthday at her aunt Mira LG home. Children played games and enjoyed refreshments of cake and punch. Joy received several presents and the party featured festive tidings.
C N Cranfill died at his Cranfills Gap home on September 17 after a long illness. The obituary notes a Feb. birth, marriage to Litkin, eleven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Survived by three sons Rufus Bud and six other relatives. Funeral held September 20 at Cranfills Gap Methodist Church conducted by Rev. E M Daily.
Bosque county officials announce expanded AAA focus on terracing and soil-building practices for 1942. Ward C, county AAA chairman, notes increased emphasis on conservation materials and soil-building in the farm program and predicts future funding tied to practice extent.
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