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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record advertises its publication schedule and rates. Editor R. H. Nichols details Tuesday and Friday issues, mailing rules, subscription price two dollars, and advertising charges for classifieds, local notices, obituaries, poetry, and display ads. The notice reiterates address change and payment requirements for readers.
The Record invites corrections of any erroneous reflections about individuals, firms, or corporations appearing in its columns. Readers may send corrections to the editor to ensure accuracy and fair treatment of all parties involved.
The article argues for adding junior college work to the public school system in Vernon Texas. It cites rising college costs, parental concern, and benefits of keeping students at home for two years. It suggests repurposing the old high school building to house junior college classes, easing congestion and boosting local growth.
John W. Davis delivers a Democratic nomination acceptance speech praised for clear understanding of current issues and firm convictions. The address positions Davis as a capable party leader guiding the campaign.
The Record highlights Mr Davis’s critique of the Republican isolationist stance and his call for a strong Democratic campaign. It argues the party needs a capable standard bearer to rally intellect and public spirit, contrasting Coolidge era unity with GOP discord, and expressing optimism that Davis could elevate national dialogue and policy.
Vernon Gun Club met for a practice shoot three miles south of town replacing the regular open shoot. B Daniels broke 1 of 100 targets and 1 of 24 in doubles. A rookie squad entertained the crowd as wind limited high class exhibitions. a larger turnout is expected next Thursday.
An advertisement touts Pepsinated Calomel as a mild effective remedy. It claims to relieve indigestion billiousness bad colds constipation and headaches with a single nightly tablet. It emphasizes quick pleasant results and waking hungry and feeling fine.
The Parmers Valley revival continues through this week led by Rev. J. P. McGhee with Mrs. Martin of Tolbert directing songs. Numerous local residents and visitors from Tolbert, Oklahoma, Dallas, Portales, and Jackson Springs attend events and gatherings, including picnics and church services, with families visiting relatives.
Pleasant Valley residents share visits and travels with relatives in Colorado and nearby towns. H. A. Bell and Arthur Bell families returned from Colorado while Nora Cook spent time with sister W. F. Bell. Various locals attended church in Fargo and hosted guests, with Revivals drawing attendees from the area.
J K Thompson spent the weekend with his parents in Vernon while attending the Primitive Baptist Association at Jackson Springs.
Local notes report visiting relatives and attending services. Families travel to Southern Texas, Wildcat, Medicine Park, and Ochiltree County. People listed include Shelton Mions Chandler Jenkins Billings Beach Grover Mason Lytle and others. Boon to Mr. and Mrs. Mac Williams, a baby boy born Friday.
A joint teachers institute will be held in Wichita Falls during the first week of September. About 1,000 teachers from five counties are expected to attend, with Vernon schools sending a large contingent to the annual gathering.
Ernest Lehman Werner Neese Leon Reese and O D Bourland Jr returned the first of the week from Medicine Park Oklahoma where they had been for several days on an outing.
Mrs Pauk Goetze travels to Fort Worth this week seeking results through Record Classified Ads. Local readers are urged to respond to the notices and pick up opportunities advertised in the paper.
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