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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1923
Page
4
Notice describes address changes for papers and rates for classified notices. It mentions mail service, old and new addresses, and prompt attention, with rates for single and multiple insertions and cash payment requirement.
Plans are under way for a greater fair this fall despite pessimism. Crops may be short but ample opportunity exists to select material for fine displays. Exhibits are chosen to reflect the choicest yield, and fairs follow this plan to present just as fine displays as ever.
The Democratic committee attacks President Coolidge for naming a former Republican congressman from Virginia as secretary. The piece argues politics are inherent in the presidency and defends Coolidge’s right to choose his secretary without Democratic prejudice, urging focus on broader issues than this appointment.
The Quanah Times rebuts an editorial claiming Vernon’s tourist camp charges for free shower baths arguing a free bath is available and extras cost 10 cents. It notes electric lights, free camp house, and free tables and benches, and condemns the earlier piece as a rumor and hasty conclusion.
John Hays Hammond and George Otis Smith of the U S Coal Commission, with President Coolidge, act to avert a strike threatening the anthracite coal fields. The leaders aim to stabilize supply amid labor tensions and ensure continued production.
Phebe K. Warner argues Texas spends 12 per child yearly on public education while rich in agricultural output. She questions state priorities, noting 15 million spent on schools and 15 million imported poultry, and warns of four month terms with underpaid teachers amid heavy child labor. The piece urges Texans to pressure for better school funding.
The State Superintendent of Education and presidents of state colleges along with leaders from Rotary Kiwanis Lions clubs women’s groups and other officials will attend a Waco meeting. The aim is to plan a statewide educational survey funded by a $50 000 appropriation and to unify efforts from rural schools to the State University for equal opportunity for every Texas child.
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