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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1922
Page
4
A farmer near the downtown Crescent district drew a crowd as he speculated aloud about clouds and a possible $1,000,000 affecting the wheat market. The bystanders, including Mose and others, nodded in agreement while questions arose about prices and precise totals.
Moisture from recent showers lifts local spirits with optimistic projections for a bountiful crop year. Residents note greener grass and fuller buds as nature itself seems revived, marking a near priceless boost to agriculture in the area.
Luncian W. Parrish, a second term congressman, dies after a brave fight against long odds. He sought a Senate seat while serving his district and state, leaving a void for supporters and colleagues who recall his stout heart and public zeal.
April 1 to April Seth offer extends. $5.50 buys 12 4 by 6 sepia pictures mounted. Also one SMO tinted and mounted. Call 176 at once. 22 Ttp Guy Ash.
Classified ad snippet hints at a punchy ad line about heaven and death. It suggests a humorous or noir tone common in mid century classifieds. The fragment likely reflects promotional copy or a joke used to grab attention in listings.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Mr and Mrs C Auer of Chicago and a VeGhman marriage. The text references a wife entering a union and a husband staying at home with mentions of theatre and short stories. Details are unclear and partially garbled.
Washington reports the Air Service learned that Hawaiians centuries ago flew homemade planes and gliders built from sticks and palm leaves. Contests judged by how long a flyer remained aloft ended in cliff nose dives into the sea. Outriggers retrieved pilots, and some pilots leaped from thousand foot cliffs, boarding shoreward afterward.
Members met Thursday March 50 at Mrs W McLarty’s home to discuss organization plans. Captains were appointed for a cleanup campaign in southwest Vernon. Ladies named include Mesdames George Mason, William Reed, R Jones, O B Dowdy, J W Teak, D P D McCrosky, L E McCurdy and A Allison. Mrs Mellugh read a district convention report from Decatur and Phoebe K. Warner’s article on Double standards was read by Mrs Vennyson.
An advertisement promotes Blue Star Remedy for skin diseases including itch hedema initials vary, cracked hands and old sores. Sold with a guarantee by B. W. Drug Co at 12-26te, encouraging use on children.
A Vernon notice announces a new Kindergarten Class 1 starting soon with monthly dues set at 4.00. Alice McLarty is listed as contact or organizer. dated 23 day of the month a Friday.
New York fashion notes parade the motor rug as a versatile top coat or cape in wool plaid with fringe and scarf collar. Sports hats in wool lace complement the look. White serge suits with red leather trim, blue whipcord coats with white muslin cuffs, embroidered dresses, and bold red hats dominate the season along with ornate hand painted and embroidered accents.
A statewide effort aims to grow Sunday school membership across denominations in Texas with the goal of reaching one million members. Rallies will mobilize schools to boost attendance, improve organization and teaching, and renew focus on soul winning. The main rallying point for these efforts is to be the
State-wide gathering of leaders from Sunday schools of all denominations begins in May and runs through May 7. The meeting brings together church educators, pastors, and volunteers to share programs, curricula, and outreach strategies across counties. Organizers emphasize interfaith cooperation and youth engagement.
Fort Worth Texas advertising copy touts 24-ite PHURBER BRICK by Phurber Brick Company and urges use in future generations, highlighting enduring quality for paving and wall construction.
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