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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1921
Page
4
President James Z. George of the Texas Chamber of Commerce argues natural resources shape communities. He cites New Orleans and New York contrasts and credits tenacious effort and “bucking” nature for Wichita Falls and Vernon’s growth. He urges Wilbarger County to pursue hard work and practical plans to lead Texas agriculture. He notes possible U S arms export ban as a minor aside.
Editors met in Amarillo Friday and Saturday and refused action on political matters including splitting Texas, West Texas A and M support, and a school to teach printing. They clarified they are not opposed to these ideas but withheld formal resolution.
A raw collage of quotes notes editors of small town papers refuse conscription for political use, seek aloof stance, and expect greater local respect. Others mention Hushweek in New York City, a Chicago cashier who shot bandits, Dempsey's July fight, and labor tensions in England with a broken liaison between miners and parents.
The Bureau of Railway Economics reports average prices remain above freight rates. Through 1920 prices exceeded rates by up to 100 points, and in January this year prices were eleven points higher. Last four months of 1920 saw heavier traffic with higher rates, yet the downturn reflects global business mood, not rate increases.
Twelve former servicemen volunteered as tests for scarlet fever germs by two Chicago pathologists. Each man would receive $1,000. three were chosen and the germs placed in their throats. If no fever appeared in a week, others would be tested. Charity gains noted from two New York widows.
The League of Women Voters adopted a resolution at a Cleveland convention urging Congress to enact a prohibition on shipping arms and munitions to any nation where they could be used for revolutionary purposes, a request supported by the State Department.
Mrs. Dodson Sr. lies critically ill at her West Wilbarger Street residence. Doctors fear she will not survive the day as her condition remains very low.
Hundreds of Knights Templar are expected in Wichita Falls tomorrow for the annual conclave. Members from Vernon commandery will travel by automobile and many wives will accompany them. Local attendees include Wallace Huggins, Joe Sumner, J. M. Napier, Solon Sewell, J. A. Dixon, Frank Murchison and Emory Rhoads.
The Director of Traffic at the Interstate Commerce Commission recommends a general adjustment of rates on grain and grain products. The goal is to harmonize rail and lake traffic, reduce differentials between Minneapolis all rail grain and lake and rail services, and lessen export rate differentials from the Missouri River and western territories to Atlantic ports versus Gulf ports.
Money to lend on farms in Wilbarger, Fourteen, and other Western Texas counties. Long time terms and very low rates. Apply to T P Lisman and Son for offerings and details.
D N Fulcher returned Monday from a visit in Jack County to his home in Dacksboro. Wheat in that section is not healthy, green bugs and rust cause devastation. Cotton planting has been light so far. sowings were heavier, and if wheat fails farmers will likely plant more cotton.
Pictures that please nothing else report the Clifton Studio succeeding Sink's with a 27 tie score noted in a local moment.
Local observer RK. B. Sherrill records a cold week with Saturday night reaching 80 degrees below zero, Sunday night 66 below, and Monday night 1 degree above. Garden plants damaged by the cold snap.
During the two days of the Round Up at Wichita Falls a protor bus runs from Vernon. It leaves between 7 and 8 in the morning and returns after the program in the evening. Round trip fare is 4.06 dollars. Reservations via John Bell at 39 or 688.
An odd ad text urges readers to visit Lutz and Schmoker for Trubleprof tires to end tire trouble, promoting a quick solution with a local business.
The Clifton Studio is set to carry on the photographic craft after Sink’s closure, promising continuity in portrait and studio work with new ownership and facilities.
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