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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1918
Page
4
Issued Tuesdays and Fridays MUHALS BROWN AND COMPANY Publishers entered in Vernon Texas post office as second class mail matter under act of Congress March 3 197 . Subscribers desiring an address change should provide old and new addresses to ensure prompt attention.
A discussion on the impact of the zone rate on American publishing. The piece argues the policy creates sectionalism, harms revenues, risks publishers closing, and urges Congress to revise the law to prevent higher costs for readers and advertisers. It cites Lincoln Wilson and McAdoo as examples of national thinking aided by uniform press access.
The article reports recurring disturbances against Black congregations in Vernon, with boys riding by on horses throwing stones and interrupting prayer meetings as preparations for a revival begin. Police are urged to act to protect religious rights and public peace.
Citizens defend funding higher taxes for Vernon schools arguing strong schools attract families and boost business. J L Stokes cites Vernon’s reputation as essential to producing good citizens and satisfying local families.
The piece argues pledges must be met to reach the stamp quota and urges systematic weekly or monthly purchases. It cites France’s 1871 to 1900 rise on thrift and warns the United States must reduce spending to finance the war, urging steady buys through December 381.
The article critiques the Post Office Department cost of service with riders to war revenue detailing a zone system. It notes postal card prices rising revenue and compares eight cent and four cent per copy mailing costs, accusing legislators of shortsightedness and press patriotism manipulation. It also reflects on German war prospects four years into WWI, arguing Allied gains from Russia’s collapse shifted balance, yet warns Germany could still drive a final blow in France.
The St Louis Republic argues that each setback weakens German capacity while ally momentum grows from American support. Victory hinges on strategic outcomes rather than territorial gains, signaling a pivotal turn in the war.
Local society item notes Miss Reece Ladd visiting Port Worth and returning Sunday night with sister in law Miss Charles Ladd. Mrs M C Davis ill. LG Darnhorn did business in Crowell Monday. M M Boman of Vernon becomes manager for Farmers Union Gin. Edwards and Farris Young attended a sinners meeting at Kienah fest. Mrs Edwards left for Gainesville to be with her ailing brother JT Gregory. Will Webb back from Tarikburnett where he worked two weeks. Claude Gregg Toft headed home to Post City. Mr and Mrs Upton of Flowed coupiy visiting parents Mr and Mrs Pharis Phighes. Abston family visited relatives in Phalia Saturday. Mrs A W Hall and daughters Qath and Catherine and son Paul of Chir endon visiting here this week. remembered in Vernon as wife and children of Rev A W Hall, former pastor now presiding elder of Claremon district.
Mrs Johnson reports she retrieved her son after a two week visit in Colorado, marking a family reunion and travel back home.
The text notes government support for wartime financing and a harsh new postal zone system starting July 1, risking many newspapers and periodicals. It cites paper costs, production cuts, and postal rate hikes of 50 to 100 percent, and questions the revival of zone rules once opposed by Abraham Lincoln, Wilson, and the 1914 commission led by Charles J. Hughes.
Friends report Rev G Putman has gone to a Dasilus sanitarium for treatment after a low period of health and a minor surgical operation. Former Vernon district presiding elder Rev Poth left active work due to failing health and is now residing with his daughter in Mexia.
Mrs. Rena M. Watts calls a second meeting of the Wilbarger County Women s Hobby Club to be held at the Courthouse Thursday afternoon at 4 o clock. The note mentions a high gas price and urges members to attend for a full gathering. Claude Perret and family of Childress visited Terrell on Sunday.
Advertisement urging farmers to insure cotton and feed crops before losses occur. Warns it is too late to act after damage or theft. Emphasizes timely coverage for growing crops and potential financial protection.
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