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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record lists issuance on Tuesdays and Fridays with R H Nichols as editor and manager. It details subscription rates at two dollars per year and advertising charges for classifieds local notices obituaries poetry and display ads with per word and per line pricing.
A notice states that any erroneous reflection on the reputation of any individual, firm, or corporation in The Record will be corrected when brought to the editor’s attention. It underscores the paper’s commitment to accuracy and accountability.
The School Board faces criticism for reducing salaries of ward school principals the high school principal and superintendent while hinting at broader cuts to meet costs of a new high school building and old ward school needs The Record argues that efficiency and living wages for teachers matter most and that economy must not cripple schools or force underpaid educators.
A Vernon opinion argues that good teaching outweighs building quality and questions salary cuts for teachers. It contends modern facilities with ineffective teachers fail and asserts paid living wages are essential to attract and retain qualified educators, warning against compromising educational standards to save money.
A Vernon high school athletics article notes large turnout at the district inter-scholastic meet and argues that schools with strong athletic programs see higher attendance and lower dropouts. It cites a 1 percent enrollment rise over three years versus over 40 percent overall, suggesting athletics help keep students in school until graduation while urging balance with academics.
A noisy slate lists candidates for county offices including District Attorney Judge Tax Collector County Clerk Assessor Sheriff Attorney Treasurer District Clerk County Superintendent Public Weigher Commissioner Precincts and Justices of Peace with several incumbents seeking re election.
A district editorial argues that work and school progress are driven by necessity and that athletics support student retention. It asserts boys stay in school if grades are passing, athletics inspire students, and that school without athletics fails to attract normal students. The piece notes rising high school retention alongside athletic encouragement as justification for athletic programs.
The Central Christian Church won the Sunday school contest against Electra Christian Church with a large score of 100 points. The event ran nearly two months and included phases like securing new members and the largest attendance and collection. Electra led at times but Central edged ahead, ending with overall strong efforts to boost Sunday school interest.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Central Christian Church will hold a market Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 o'clock at the Massie Vernon Grocery store.
Paducah city officials led by Mayor Cr. Be Jordan visited Vernon to study the local water works system. Council members J A Christian EB Campbell and J F Davis and water works superintendent JJ Russell accompanied the Mayor. They compared Paducah’s water source and planned improvements with Vernon and praised Vernon’s efficiency.
The Delphian club presents a complete collection of paintings by old masters in the county library auditorium. The exhibit closes today with the public invited, and school children particularly encouraged to attend after weekend showings on Saturday and Monday.
Buy monuments from Bailey who is always at the cemetery. Also offered are cut flowers bloom plants and bedding plants at College Green House, telephone 559. Hours are 2 to 5 o'clock.
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