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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1921
Page
15
The 67th Congress convened with a large Republican majority as members began work. Representative Gillette was chosen Speaker of the House. A first speaker vote and oath of office occurred as lawmakers considered tariff, railway labor board abolition, and tax measures.
Augusta Victoria former Empress of Germany died in Doorma at six yesterday morning after heart trouble. The funeral will be held at Potsdam where the Empress reigned for thirty years. The body will be taken there tomorrow with only family present. Victoria was born October 22 1858 in exile and married Wilhelm February 27 1881.
The article recalls a year when New York hosted Music Week with 1700 organizations engaging millions. It highlights school choirs factory choirs and public concerts as key events while arguing singing expresses human emotion and builds harmony guiding good citizenship.
Fragmentary report notes W N Stokes away to Vadueal and sale of locust and berry posts. J C Dempsey and Mrs Al Stovall mentioned. Stovall called to Oklahoma City for operation. Mas Stovall referenced as sister.
Poultry experts advise on better egg and poultry standards. Rules include clean nests for four hens, wash eggs twice daily, store in a cool dry room, and rotate stock with weekly checks. All male birds to be sold after the season ends.
Two Ellioti residents were found guilty this morning on a charge tied to earning aid. Prosecutors said Roy J. L. Mem helped cover costs in the case.
The American Legion focal post will hold a smoker Thursday night at the Elks club rooms inviting every ex-service man in the county. Program includes music boxing and wrestling. Refreshments will be served. Wednesday afternoon a Legion baseball game with the high school at the fair grounds is free of charge. Albert D. Sheppard is captain of the ex-service baseball team with Elzy Youngblood as manager.
Congressman John N Garner of Uvalde proposes dividing Texas into five commonwealths named North Texas West Texas South Texas East Texas and Central Toyas Avens He argues the large size breeds corruption and makes statewide office races dominated by wealthier individuals, hindering good governance.
Vincy Hilton and Miss Nancy Caviar were married at the Methodist parsonage. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. S. W. Tayne with the couple's families in attendance.
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