. Texas ... an illustrated description of present conditions in the Lone Star state, with comparative tables showing the marvelous growth and exceptional advantages offered to the prospective investor or homeseeker . CLAY COUNTY. Area and Cultivation. Organized in 1873, Clay County has a population of 9,231. Itcontains 718,080 acres, 40,000 acres under cultivation in its 800farms. This is a fine stock district. Wheat is grown on a largescale, and the condition of the farmers and stockmen is flourishing. Schools and Churches. There are 41 schools, receiving from the State fund $20, are
. Texas ... an illustrated description of present conditions in the Lone Star state, with comparative tables showing the marvelous growth and exceptional advantages offered to the prospective investor or homeseeker . CLAY COUNTY. Area and Cultivation. Organized in 1873, Clay County has a population of 9,231. Itcontains 718,080 acres, 40,000 acres under cultivation in its 800farms. This is a fine stock district. Wheat is grown on a largescale, and the condition of the farmers and stockmen is flourishing. Schools and Churches. There are 41 schools, receiving from the State fund $20, are 28 church organizations of leading denominations. Cost of Lands. Improved lands are sold at $6 to $20 per acre, and unimprovedlands $4 to $10 per acre, according to location and quality. Banks. There are three banks in the county, with deposits amountingto $460,000. Railway Facilities. The Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway runs east and westthrough the county, affording good shipping facilities. Towns. HENRIETTA has a population of 2,000. It is a promising town,with good stores, schools and churches, and is quite a cattle andgrain center. Several other towns in the county are growing Clay County Wheat Ranch. 48
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