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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1921
Page
4
Public notice seeking candidates to fill the unexpired term of J. H. Fulcher as County Superintendent. Nominations or applications to be submitted by the designated deadline to the county clerk. The notice outlines eligibility and required documentation.
An objection questions the proposed road bond distribution. It argues the plan favors precincts with limited per capita funds while neglecting a countywide, connected road network. Proponents claim equal per community allocation builds a foundation for a comprehensive Wilbarger system benefiting rural and town residents alike.
The Plainview Evening Herald reports that forty five carloads of eyes shipped from Plainview in seven and a half months amount to 7 080 000 eggs valued at about 232 750 dollars. Poultry shipments from Hale county are estimated at 750 000 dollars for 121. The article notes shifting views on poultry as a food and its growing Texas reach.
The note argues for focusing on domestic markets to fulfill unmet needs. It suggests that steady attention to home demand supports ongoing prosperity and reduces reliance on external sources.
The Record notes damage to four brick buildings on North Main Street owned by Dr. A. Neward and associates. It cautions that graffiti is increasing and urges parental cooperation to curb juvenile crime, blaming lack of parental responsibility for lawbreaking.
The Lions Club pledges financial backing to establish a fit and steady high school athletics program. Parents welcome the move as key to the development and well being of local boys, while a winning team would boost community pride and image.
The piece argues that true democracy rests on equal educational opportunity for all children. It warns that without universal, quality schooling, citizens cannot fully participate in civic life or pursue honest livelihoods. It stresses public funding for schools as prudent policy to uplift society and strengthen democracy.
Whilander PP Claxton notes education as the highest duty of citizenship. The piece references Americanization articles from Elwood Grissom Jr. and a Scottish Rite Masonry presentation to Texas schools. Local notices mention Freeman visiting Vernon, tire ads, and social visits among Miss Walker Oma Gregg Lucile Royal and Geraldine Parker.
L. D. Terrell wed yesterday from Honey Grove after a fortnight away. Mrs Terrell and children will stay in Honey Grove for some time. Terrell reports cotton in better shape here than in Fannin County and North Texas, with Wilbarger noted as favorable.
Chautauqua managers seek musicians singers readers entertainers dramatists lecturers platform managers juvenile workers storytellers tent crews and agents for programs. Earn good pay and travel across the United States Canada Alaska New Zealand Australia and England. Send name and address of local Chautauqua to The Billboard 858 Dearborn St Chicago IL for a free list of managers and booking agents.
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