The Clifton Record (Clifton, Tex.), Vol. 46, No. 28, Ed. 1 Friday, August 30, 1940 Page: 4 of 8
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ton keeps up its building pro-
there being several houses
iled'tdr start? construction in the
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Texas is the only state in the Un-
ion that was permitted to retain its
public lands when it was admitted
the Union.
Football training of both college
and. high echool teams starts next
week, and to many people that is the
greatest game played.
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Parker and
daughter, Patricia Ann, have just re
turned from their vacation trip. They
stopped in Texarkana with relatives
and then drove on up into the Ozarks
for a short stay.
In conformity with recent congres
sional enactment, Postmaster Alvin
L. Bronstad Tuesday began registra
tion at the Clifton post office of all
aliens residing in the south half of
j admirable in a'person who has | Bossue County—the north half to
many weeks strenuously cam-
ng for office during the summer
s, and when defeated meets
iblic with a smile and his chin
eople who may not have voted
ch a person can not help admir-
im for the splendid attitude as-
1 after meeting defeat.
trict Judge Sam Russell, Ste-
ille, defeated Congressman
Garrett, Eastland, for re-elec-
n the Seventeenth District, corn-
returns to' the Texas Election
u showed Sunday night. Gar-
who ousted Thomas L. Blanton,
le, from his congressional seat
years ago, was the only Texas
>er of Congress seeking re-elec-
,o fall by the wayside in the
Democratic primaries. The vote
:ussellt 27,684, Garrett 24,495, on
ete returns from all twelve
ies in the district.
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■ some dajts now the contractors
mployees at the new Clifton post
building have been devoting
time to the work of leveling up
naking permanent improvements
e lawns, walks, curbing, etc. It
register at Meridian.
Considerable cotton in this section
died before maturing this year, and
it seems to be an annual custom. It
appears that a person learning the
cause and giving a remedy for same
would have a chance to be classified
among the great men of this age.
Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Bergman and
daughter, Martha Ann, and Miss Mil-
lie Anderson returned recently from
a week’s vacation trip at which time
they visited relatives and friends in
Cleburne, Fort Worth, Wichita Falls
Texarkana and Tulsa, Okla. The chief
object of the trip was to visit Miss
Leta Faye Bergman, who is employed
in Tulsa. She is the daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. E. C. Bergman. They report
a very enjoyable trip.
The United States Senate Wednes-
day passed the first peace-time draft
bill J>y a big majority vote, which, if
and when agreed on by the House of
Representatives, it is believed will
conscript men suitable for service
within the ages of 21 to 31, inclusive;
first using them according to their
classification. Army officials reveal
i'
lievqd that this has, added
to the appearance of the prop-! the present plan calls up to a total of
as any other one thing; and as j 4,000,000 men in five years,
vork makes progress toward
tetion, every feature of the most
:tive Federal Government plant
ies more interesting, and but a
reeks remain now until the ded-
n of this fine piece of property
ake place and Clifton will have
hing.etse worthy of pointing to
pride. ■ '
loes not tak« long to travel the
ice between Clifton’ and Merid-
ver the new section of highway
recently completed and accepted
le state. An it is as present
ut the final topping, those trav-
over it find the dust rather dis-
able at timc3. It is believed
the State Highway Commission
to have this topping contract
t an early date since it is one
a very important routes through
,tate, and to hare it completed
I relieve the congestion on other
s through the state north and
i. Clifton and other towns in the
y last Monday had a very strong
ation of citizens in Austin to ap-
before the Highway Commis-
in behalf of this another much
ed projects.
r great Texan and Vice Presi-
of the United States, John Nance
er, evidently became quite angry
lse the Democrats in session at
National Convention at Chicago
al weeks ago did not see fit to
nate him as their candidate for
dent, and almost immediately
Washington seemingly sad and
chjj about the matter and has
u )| osedly been at or near his Uvalde,
"xas, home ever since, instead of
•emaining at his post in Washington
doing his bit in the great war crisis.
His attitude toward the Democrats
after their doing so much for him in
h:s past life, possibly has caused the
Treat majority of them to feel that he
really was not the man to hold the
office of president, and. they are pos-
sibly happy it all turned out as it did
against hint. Even though he does not
feel it his duty to remain in Wash-
ington arid!!help his country which
has been "so kind to him, it is believed
that he continues to reach out and
The Bosque County League Union
met at the Clifton Methodist Church
Monday night, August 26. All assem-
bled first on the lawn for an hour of
recreation and refreshments, then a
business meeting was held for the
election of new officers for this year.
Guests were recognized and intro-
duced. This meeting adjourned only to
march into the candle-lighted church
for a beautiful spiritual program. The
subject “Our Faith in the Cross" was
given. The entire program was well
rendered and is a true symbol of what
Christian youth means to a church
and a community.
Registratioon began at 9 . a m. The
Saturday program was conducted by
the 40 and 8, which was enjoyed by
everyone.
Sunday, August, 18, registration
continued. A band concert and speak-
ing was held at the high school gym.
Sunday afternoon a bull fight was held
at Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, which was
dedicated to the American Legion by
the President of Mexico. Sunday night
various programs were given. The
main feature, which was put by the
40 and 8, was a memorial service hon-
oring the buddies gone before us.
Monday morning at 12:01 the Ger-
man dance was held at the high school
gym. At 9 a. m. a business session
was called to order. All committees
were put to work. At 11 a. m. the
main address was delivered by the
Hon. Josephus Daniels, Ambassador
to Mexico. Monday afternoon commit-
tee work continued. The main sub-
jects discussed were National De-
fense and Compulsory Military Train-
ing. Monday evening at 7 the parade
was held. At 8:30 the Sons of the
Legion drum and bugle corps held
their musical contest. Dallas won
the state championship, and will rep-
resent the American Legion Depart-
ment of Texas at the National con-
vention at Boston, Sept. 23 to 26-h.
Monday night at 10:30 a dance was
given for the American Legion, Aux-
iliary and Sons of the Legion, which
continued until 2:30 Tuesday morn-
ing.
Tuesday morning business was re-
sumed. All committee reports were
passed on by the delegation. The
American Legion went on record fa-
voring Compulsory Military Train-
ing in all High Schools and Seatt in-
stitutions. Tuesday afternoon at 1:30
the convention was called to order for
the election of officers for the coming
year, also for the selecetion of the
next convention city. Ed Reidel of San
Angelo was elected State Command-
Dr. W. J. Danforth was elected
National Committeeman, and the past
State Commander, Lou Roberts of
Borger, was elected alternate.
Fort Worth was chosen as the next
convention city. If you want to see
Elmer, meet us at Fort Worth next
year.
shower was given in honor of Miss
Nina Bakke, bride-elect of Mr. Se-
vert Holen, in the home of Mrs. Os-
car Grimland. Hostesses were Mmes
Oscar Grimland, C. A. Smith, Glen
Gustafson, Martin Hoel, Selmer Sol-
berg. Co-hostesses were Misses Jen-
nie Mae Larson and Elfriede Presch
er.
As the guests arrived they were
greeted and received by Mrs. Martin
Hoel, who took charge of the gifts
and ushered the guests to the bride’s
book, which was presided over by
Miss Jennie Mae Larson. They were
then served delicious fruit punch-
cookies and mints by Mrs. C. A.
Smith and Mrs. Glen Gustafson.
When the bride-to-be arrived she
was asked to register in the bride’s
book and after being served was ush
ered to the seat of honor.
The following program was then
given which was read by Miss El
friede Prescher.
Some Advice to the Bride—Miss
Nora Dell Anz.
Toast to the Bride—Miss Elvida
Larson.
Toast to the Girls Left Behind—
Miss El Damavis Jones.
A Contest: What Flowers Come to
a Wedding—By All.
Why Some Girls Wed—Miss Mary
Catheryn Colwick.
Reading a Beau—Miss Jennie Mae
Larson.
Little Miss Martha Colwick then
entered, presenting the bride a spool
on which was pinned a note advising
her to wind the string until she came
to the end and to bring back what
she found there. When the honoree
returned to her appointed place with
one package, she was soon surround-
ed with many beautiful gifts.
The reception rooms were decorated
with vases of zinnias and goldenrods.
After the gifts were unwrapped
and admired by all, Miss Bakke in her
own charming manner thanked the
guests for the many beautiful gifts
as tokens of friendship and love.
After expressing their good wishes
for the bride-elect, the guests de-
Parted- —A Guest.
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When your money is in our bank it is safe from fire and
burglars and your own extravagance and you can get it
when you want it.
Men of financial stability, business ability, judgment and
known integrity conduct our bank.
No account is too small for us to welcome; none too large
for us to handle.
WE INVITE YOUR BANKING BUSINESS '
: FARMERS STATE BANK
“SOLID AS A ROCK”
Clifton, Texas
JUDGE LOVELADY
THANKS VOTERS OF 21st
SENATORIAL DISTRICT
PAUL MASSEY
EXPRESSES APPRECIATION
I wish to express my sincere thanks
to the people of Bosque County for
all courtesies extended to me during
I take this means of thanking you,
the fine people that voted for me last
Saturday, August 24. As a result of my campaign and for the large vote
your vote I aip now the Democratic given me in the second primary.
HAVE PLEASANT TRIP
Mr. and Mrs. Bud Bergman and
Martha Ann, and Miss Milllie Ander-
son just recently had a pleasant trip
up to Tulsa, Okla., to visit with Faye
Bergban and Mrs. O. J. Rea and
daughters. They also visited with
Mrs. Lynwood Farr and family in
Texarkana, Geo. W. Anderson and
family in Wichita Falls, Mrs. O. K.
Bronstad and family, Fort Worth; A..
A. Finstad and family, Cleburne;
Oliver Hale, a former Bosque and
Clifton citizen now the postmaster at
Abilene and having received his per-
manent appointment some months
ago to this office, was in Clifton last
Saturday; coming down from Merid-
ian with several of the relatives he
%vas visiting and enjoying his vaca-
tion. Mr. Hale returns to Bosque
County every time he has the oppor-
tunity and that pleases his many
friends. Mrs. Hale joined him on the
visit to Meridian where they were
visiting his mother, Mrs. Jim Hale,
and in the home of his sister, Mrs. R.
V. Ferguson. The Record editor re-
grets being absent from the office
when Mr. Hale called for a social
visit.
Billy Pool has been here from Aus-
tin this week for a visit with rela-
tives and friends; making headquar-
ters with his aunts at Snider House.
Billy has attained the rank of mana-
ger of the University of Texas foot-
ball team and finds he has plenty of
work carrying out this assignment
along with his other studies at the
University while working to graduate
next June in that great state insti-
tution of learning.
WRIGHT-LYON
On Sunday, August 18, 1940 at 9:30
a. m., J. C. Lyon and Miss Dorothy
Wright were united in marriage at
the home of Mrs. Dan Nelson, with
Rev. Allen Nelson officiating.
Those present were Mr. and Mrs.
Clemons Wright, Mr. and Mrs. E. A.
Alfie and son, Morris Evan and Bert
Edward; Mrs. Martha Lyon.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Mar-
tha Lyon, and is a former Clifton boy.
He graduated from Clifton High
School in 1937 and has been employed
at the Holloway Grocery at Pelly,
Texas for the past three years, and
has attended Robert E. Lee night
school and has taken up aviation.
The bride is the daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Clemons Wright of Ever-
green and is a graduate of Robert E.
Lee High School.
Mr. and Mrs. Lyon returned Sunday
afternoon to their home, 714 Darby
Street, Pelly, Texas, where they will
make their home.
The Wrights and Allies accompan-
ied them.
nominee for State Senator from this
district. I am deeply grateful to each
of you and ask you to take this ar-
ticle as a personal “Thank You.”
I will at all times do my best to
live up to the confidence you have
placed in me by giving my undivided
attention to you and your needs. The
office of State Senator is an office of
personal trust and service to the cit-
izens of this District and I shall al-
ways try to render unto you the ser-
vice that you are worthy of receiv-
ing and are due to receive. I shall al-
ways keep in mind the wishes of the
majority of the people and vote on
all bills according to your wishes and
general betterment.
Until I see you personally, I am,
Your friend,
Karl L. Lovelady.
The Record and Dallas News $2.50.
I sincerely appreciate the nomina-
tion to this office and assure the peo-
ple of Bosque County that I will do
my best to conduct this office in a
manner that will merit the confidence
you have expressed in me.
It Paul Massey.
FIRST METHODIST CHURCH
Rev. Hayden Edwards will preach
Sunday morning at eleven and will
lead the congregation of the Church
in the Holy Communion service. TIkV
membership is urged to be present.
He will preach Sunday night at
eight on a subject of vital interest to
all.
Friends and strangers are always
welcome to the services at this church.
Come and worship with us Sunday.
The church school begins at ten
and there is a class for everyone.
SPECIALS
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Joe Kilgore was home over the
week-end from the Naval Hospital at
Newport Roads Island. He was glad
indeed to come back to Clifton to
visit with his mother, Mrs. Alice Kil-
gore, and brother, Walter Kilgore,
and friends. He stopped over one night
in Houston visiting relatives and
friends and visited one day and night
in Temple with his sister, Mrs. Etta
Mae Foster before coming to Clifton.
Then on Sunday Joe and his mother
went to Itasca to visit Miss Mamie
Kilgore. Joe reports liking the Navy
fine; he says it is a good place for
any young man to be and from his
looks and the way he has gained in
weight, it shows that he has been
well taken care of. Joe left Monday
morning to resume his duties at New-
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Baldridge, Robert L. The Clifton Record (Clifton, Tex.), Vol. 46, No. 28, Ed. 1 Friday, August 30, 1940, newspaper, August 30, 1940; Clifton, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth778913/m1/4/: accessed July 18, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Nellie Pederson Civic Library.