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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1921
Page
4
L G Hawkins of The Waggoner National Bank foresees a long period of prosperity contingent on Europe’s settlement with Germany and Allied powers. Improved marketing, farmer financing, and the rise of a new cash crop in Wilbarger County are noted as factors, with $2000 paid to farmers about every thirty days.
The Country Gentlemen highlights Mississippi consolidated schools as community forums for farmers and families. They improve farming, marketing, roads, and morale, while saving tax money. the piece argues these schools inspire present and future generations and foster broader regional prosperity.
In Joliet Will County Court a $10,000 slander suit targets Mrs. Clara Yost of Lockport for accusing neighbors Frank and Mrs. Walters after an investigation of missing sugar and raisins. The Yost family reportedly refused a retraction, prompting the legal action. The surrounding community cites the incident amid broader notes on fire safety and daylight bill discussions. Houston resident Mrs. Puryear and Crowell's Mrs. Clark visit Verney to see sister Mrs. Norwood.
The church pushes tithing to fund the Christian Education Movement. Over 12,000 Methodists signed stewardship cards pledging to set aside one tenth of income. March was Stewardship Month with 17,000 congregations urged to tithe, aiming to boost church and charity work nationwide.
The text notes that if the 1910 per capita income of Alabama waitresses were tithed, it would yield 46 811 250 dollars yearly for church maintenance and pledges. It mentions two gifts of 200 000 dollars each and predicts total funds may exceed the two million dollar tithe, with a campaign planned May 2 to June 5.
A newspaper headline notes an official visit by a reserve banker to the southern region. The piece remarks that, for months, only a reserve banker has been found in this area, indicating limited regional banking representation.
City commissioners demand that patrons without meters limit water use to domestic purposes. The rule aims to curb inequities where small users pay more per unit than large volume sprinklers. Violators risk supply cuts as authorities enforce compliance. Public spirit urged to support the mandate.
John W. Thoms of Thomas Meat Market and Grocery, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, says Tanlac revived his health after 21 years of suffering and 18 pounds loss. He reports improved appetite, energy, sleep, and weight, credits Tanlac, and offers to verify his claim. Sold in Vernon, Odell, and Harrold by local drug firms.
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