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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1921
Page
4
The Vernon fire department reports total fire loss of 145000 for the year ending March 1, 1921. Two fires Kincheloe and White Garage increased losses, with five fires total and 111500 in building valuations. The report will be read at the state convention May 10 to 12 at Weatherford, with delegates named.
A State Board of Health quarterly report covers Tarrant Wichita Bell and Jefferson counties. It notes 1455 lectures on sanitation 64 sanitary privies built 17 hookworm exams 26005 school children examined 655 reportable diseases reported 4 towns adopted model sanitary ordinances 236 schools inspected and improved 1972 person medical census. Public health nurses made 1201 home visits and managed 127 cases with follow ups on school child exams.
Flour from the Kell mill dropped forty cents a barrel yesterday, the second such cut in a week, equaling about ten cents per sack. Groceries expect the same reduction to follow, aligning with nationwide cuts. Before the drop the Kell flour sold at 9.10 per barrel and 2.30 per sack.
A sentimental salute to fathers noting simple flaws yet praising steadfast devotion. The piece emphasizes a father's quiet work ethic, his lifelong support, and the deep bond with his wife, highlighting enduring family love and gratitude.
W. A. Atchison of Cheyenne Wyoming visits the city. He lived in Vernon about five years and worked in the insurance business here. He is remembered by local Elks as the instigator of the lodge last spring. He is traveling with the district deputy leaving a charter.
County agent reports widespread frost damage to fruit and garden crops last week. Indications point to irreparable loss with most fruit inside split and many growers facing major reductions in income. Replanting will be necessary for much of the garden crop.
K O D L Rulough came back Wednesday from a legal business trip to San Antonio with photographs described as good ones. The Clifton Studio, successor to Sink's, is mentioned.
A brief item notes Cedar Post by Coming To Us Lumber Co. indicating a local supply update or product listing in the periodical.
Pastor REV S W HAYNE announces Sunday School at 9:40 a m Morning preaching at 11 a m with a special sermon to Odd Fellows Epworth League at 7 p m Evening service at 8 o'clock on the topic Characteristics of a True Revival Prayer meeting at 7 20 o'clock Wednesday follow.
Pastor Gus Ramage leads a Bible School for all ages at 9:45 a.m. A communion service and morning sermon at 11 a.m. on Christ's Mission on Earth. Evening service at 7:30 p.m. on The Relation of the Old Testament to Christians Today. Prayer meeting at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Children's story hour Saturday at 5 p.m.
Evangelist Foy F. Wallace Jr leads Bible School at 9 45 a m and worship at 11 00 a m. Assistant services feature his preaching and guidance for attendees.
R. A. Budd a Muskogee railroad dispatcher reports two years of decline reversed after using Tanlae. He says weight, strength, sleep and vitality improved and credits Tanlae for overall health restoration. Advert for Fer gerson Drug Vernon Odell Garrold Wilson Drug Company referenced.
Advertises farm loans in Wilbarger Foard Hardeman and other western Texas counties with long terms and low rates. Mentions T P Lisman & Son J D Summerour and Luther Web. Notes Clifton Studio as successor to Sink's and reports a business trip to Wheeler.
The Rev Frank McNair will preach in the morning and Dr N R Scarborough of the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will speak at night. The pastor to dedicate the Zion Church in the morning. Rev J A Birnbaum invites surrounding churches to send delegations. Bible class at 7 50 p m. Text Eph 2 19 22. Theme The Wonderful Building of Gods Church.
Oklaunien high school seniors hosted a novel party for students and faculty last Wednesday. Invitations were placed on desks, guests were guided to Sherman's chicken farm, given paper sack favors, and plucked fruit from designated trees before a supper and games back at the school.
An old ad notes Trabhloruf Tires at J B Lutz's office at the corner of Texas and Fannin streets. Also mentions money on improved farms and lists Davis and Summerour.
There will be no other services. The note states a single Sunday School session at 9 45 a m without additional worship or activities.
Services are held every Sunday morning at 11 o'clock in the City Hall auditorium. The notice invites attendees to join worship in the public space and maintain timely attendance.
A boy was born on a Wednesday to Mr. and Mrs. Guy Sutton residing in West Vernon Ohio. The notice notes a financial loan offer from Travis & Summerour on improved farms and promotes Clifton Studio as successor to Sink's with unspecified services and locations.
Notice announces a Vernon to Wichita Falls motor bus running during the Round-Up events. Departures occur in the morning and return after the program for a $4.00 round trip. Reservations via John Bell at 39 or 638 are requested.
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