Married in Illinois Bride from Indiana Weds Vernon Groom
Mrs. Bessie Parkness Temple of Monterey Indiana and L B Kester of Verne Indiana united in marriage April 1 at the Clinton Illinois home of Mr. and Mrs. L Nixon Rev Lewis Campbell from Tolona Illinois officiated. After a wedding dinner the couple left for Mrs Kester’s farm and will reside in Vernon. Kester Art Company is the groom’s business and the bride will join him in their new home.
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Bessie Parkness Temple
Monterey
Ind
L. EB. Kester
Verne
L. Nixon
Clinton
Lewis Campbell
The American Farmer and Wilbarger County Resolve
The piece lauds the American farmer as the nation’s foundation and calls on farmers to feed the country during 1918. It notes Wilbarger County ranked third at the State Fair despite drought and urges local farmers to help supply soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer
Atlantic Coast
Israel Putnam
United States of America
Wilbarger
How much income is truly desirable for a family
The article discusses Nelson Morris and asks how high a family income should be for decent living. It notes $800 may be too low in Vernon and debates whether $1000, $100,000, or another amount is appropriate, ultimately arguing income is secondary to happiness and thrift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Morris
American
Boschee's German Syrup Advertisement Claim
An American made remedy claims to quiet coughs ease sore throat inflammation and irritation of bronchial tubes and aid restful sleep. It is said to aid in lung trouble asthma croup and other chest ailments and is sold by I M Fer Ady. Tu tf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
I. M. Fer- Ady
Tu. Tf
Pungent Paragraphs on War, Drouths and Thrift Stamps
The writer critiques spending for vaudeville versus Liberty Lands, notes spring plowing needs, jokes about age by hair color and mentions women affecting political appeal. It observes drouths in North West Texas, hopes for German staff presence in Fort Worth, and predicts wheat harvests from Pexus and Oklahoma troops. It warns thrift stamps as spring fishing gear insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
S6th
Pexus
Oklahoma
Works Auto & Supply sales and visits reported
The Works Auto and Supply Company lists Paige cars sold to Robert Pluluman C J Johnson and J M Willis in Vernon and Bib Rushing in Memphis. Maxwell touring car sold to Wi Schur in Vernon. Next week shipments include a Sport Model and a seven passenger car already sold. Mr and Mrs J Wilson visit Wellington to see Mrs Wilson's ailing father Y M Thomason. Two Detroit Vapor Stores are mentioned along with Herring Bennett.
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Works Auto & Supply Company
Paige
Robert Pluluman
8. C. Johnson
J. M. Willis
Vernon
Bib Rushing
Memphis
Maxwell Touring
Schur
Coal Ad Warns of Winter Chill by Herring Bennett
An early adv with bold call to action urges readers to buy coal now to avoid cold next winter. The ad is attributed to Herring Bennett and carries a stern, urgent tone typical of period advertising.
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Herring- Bennett
Ue-Le
Smiths Barber Shop Ad Rates at Hotel Vernon Building
Prices for barber work remain unchanged with shaves and hair cuts listed. Advertisement notes Smiths Barber Shop located in the Hotel Vernon building.
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Smith
Hotel Vernon Building
Hog sale and family travel notes in Texas
Aty size or color hog buyers are invited by Clais L. Greene of Ady to write in Oklahoma Texas, with a postal and telephonic contact. Wesley Dunklin has returned home after visiting Fort Worth and Dallas with his sister Miss Willie Dunklin, who attends the Metropolitan Business College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklainton
Texas
Tarrold
Clais L. Greene
Ady
Wesley Dunklin
Fort Worth
Dallas
Willie Dunklin
The
Metropolitan Business College
New Vacuum Washer Solves Washer Problems at Herring-Beancit's Adv.
A new vacuum washer has been introduced and solved persistent washer problems. The unit is showcased at Herring-Beancit's Advertising section 24-te, inviting readers to view the device.
Sewing for orphans by Vernon Baptist women
The Baptist Church ladies will meet at Mrs. A. H. Murchison's home Friday afternoon to sew for Buckner's Home orphans. Helpers in Vernon or nearby communities are asked to bring fabric scraps and trimmings for garments. if unable to attend, materials may be sent to Mrs. Murchison.
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Ladies of the Baptist Church
A. HL. Murchis
Buckner
Vernon
Dewey Hooper Recovering After March Wound in France
A cable message to Mrs. E L Hooper from an Army Post says Getting along fine about Dewey Hooper who is recuperating rapidly after being wounded March 26 during the German offensive. He served in an engineering corps in France and is listed as doing well.
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Dewey Hooper
E. L. Hooper
Vernon
Hooper
France
Sheriff Seizes Eight Copies of Finished Mystery Propaganda
Sheriff J. D. Key reports eight copies of The Finished Mystery, a German propaganda book, received on federal order. People who possess the book and do not surrender risk federal prosecution.
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J. D. Key
Mrs. Huggins to Speak at Federated Clubs Meeting
Mrs. W. H. Huggins travels to Mineral Wells to deliver the response to the welcome address for the Federated Women's Clubs of the First District. She serves on the executive committee.
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W. H. Huggins
Mineral Wells
Federated Women’s Clubs
First District
Huggins
Government awards you buy your coal at once
Government announces immediate coal purchase options for Tierring Menhett 256 and 26 Bte Ady. Officials emphasize rapid procurement to stabilize supply and pricing. Local agencies urge inquiries for eligible residents and businesses.
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Tierring-Menhett
Election Notice for Wilbarger County District 27
Sheriff’s notice states an election on April 20 in Oklainian School House to decide whether to raise local tax from 25 to 50 cents per $100 valuation to support the State School Fund and merge maintenance and bond levies. Qualified property taxpayers in the district may vote. ordered by the county judge in March 1998.
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State of
Texas
Wilbarger
Oklainian School House
State of Texas
Wilburger County
Simmon J. R. J. Meredith
48Th Judicial District
4Th
Wilbarger County
Vernon
First Guaranty State Bank of Oklainian
J. R. L. Meredith
Oklacolon
Swartz Family Moves to Lawton Oklahoma
W. G. Swartz has relocated to Lawton Oklahoma and has been there several days. Mrs Swartz left Saturday for her new benevolent assignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Swartz
Lawton
Okla
Mrs. Swartz
Electra district manager visits Vernon and Fort Worth
Dr J T Stansel of Electra district manager of the American Yeoman with headquarters at Electra was in Vernon Friday and Saturday. T L Pierce witnessed the fort Worth military review last week and said buying Liberty Bonds made him feel proud to support the young men likely to serve their country.
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J.T. Stansel
Electra
American Yeoman
Vernon
T. L. Pierce
Fort Worth
Mr. Pierce
Walker and Young Families Tour Fort Worth
W A Walker and family from Foard County traveled to Fort Worth last week with J K Young and family from the same county accompanying them on the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Walker
Foard County
Fort Worth
J .K. Young
Deserves a Gold Medal for This Shoes Solution
A Cincinnati authority endorses Freezone to relieve corn pain. Apply directly to tender corn and pull out the root with minimal discomfort. A quarter ounce costs little at dime stores and treats hard or soft corns and calluses without irritating surrounding skin.
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Cincinnati
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Vernon Record
Nichols, Brown & Company Publishers
Congress
Boschee
Liberty Lands
Northwest
Detroit Vapor
Herring-Bennett
Besteady
Sewing
Muarch
1918
J.D. Key
Wilburgner County
Cincinnati Authority
Eastman
Link
South Main Street
Verna Lucky
Wilson Bros
Brunson & Williams
Herbert Kaufman
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