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Newspaper

Vernon Record

Location

Vernon, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1921

Page

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Wolf attacks residents as coyote killed in Vernon

A coyote attacked several people on Vernon streets injuring four, three severely, before Jeff Stephens killed the animal. Victims include Guy Puckett, Willie Freudiger, Roy B. Davis, and Jeff T Stephens. The animal was later examined for rabies by Pasteur treatment if needed.

Willie Freudiger J. H. Freudiger Lebington Mire Streets Roy FB. Davis East Pease Street Stephens Britt Place Ile Wolf Stephen

Attorney Relates Weevil Experience From Stone County

Local attorney Cecil Storey recalls the cotton disaster caused by the cotton worm weevil. He describes heavy losses across 200 acres, the rapid spread, and seasons affecting severity. He notes wet weather benefits pests and mentions nearby Wilbarger county and Fair Weather An Vid. Also mentions livestock rabies and updated pumps at J J Manis and Sons on North Main street for faster service.

Vreestone Cecil Storey Storey Preestone County Stover Wilbarger J. J. Manis and Sons North Main Street

Burned Buick Roadster Found on Tolbert Road

A burned Buick roadster, found on Tolbert road last weekend by Deputy Sheriff J. W. Carrington, was identified as the property of Dave Williams of Electra and about 19 said to be stolen from its owner.

Tolbert Road J. W. Carrington Dave Williams Electra

Annual Charity Ball by Elks in Niger

The Elks lodge in Vernon hosts its annual charity ball on Monday at S30 ypm with two tickets issued to each member for personal use or resale. Six young ladies led by Miss Beukwlh Ladd sell tickets, a Christmas tree is planned for Sunday, December 25, and a visiting flying squad will tour homes inviting children to attend. Santa Claus, dolls, fireworks, and food will feature as the charity event supports local homes.

Elks Beukwlh Ladd Chaiman Vernon Snd Santa Claus

Vernon High Set for Season Opener on East Vernon Court

Vernon High School meets fast East Vernon this afternoon at 4 on East Vernon court in the season opener under Coach J A Morrow. Five players—Hollar Walker Small Manu and Tiagere—are slated as starters with practice shaping the squad. facilities on East Pease Street are upgraded for next week’s practice.

Plac Undlewood East Pease Street

Okela Union Goal Tossers Triumph Over Vernon Team

Gidannion's basketball team defeated East Vernon last weekend 24 to 10 in a hard fought county championship contest. The score remained tied at the end of regulation, forcing two extra five minute periods. Oklainion also beat Elliott 40 to ? in another official county contest.

Gidannion East Vernon Oklainion Elliott

Girls Club Reorganization Plans Across County Reported

Local reports describe county wide Girls Club reorganizations and upcoming events. Leaders include Agnes Popert and Miss Baby Nett Byeck guiding members from Vernon and nearby towns through crafts sewing and fundraising projects for the coming year.

Ralston Gang Sacked in Utah Moonshine Standoff

Nearly fifty gallons of mash and a moonshine operation were raided on Minh Creek in Bhertt County Utah by county attorney and deputies. Three men fled but were captured. loot including whiskey tanks and a large still was seized after a brief chase.

Minh Creek Bhertt Utah Theyroreh Sherifg

Free Movies for Vernon School Children Benefits

Under the auspices of the Seclehe for View a foundation offers free motion pictures tomorrow morning at Over Moose to benefit Vernon school children. The lineup includes The Panama Canal Life of a Mosquito and The Opening of the Flee Niagara Valley. more films may come.

Eclock Motion Pictures Vernon Panama Canal Heptee Vertetat Niagara Valle Tt. Doe Dohoney

Cotton Picking Machine To Enter Market

A merger between Wichita Motor Co and The Pelee Campbell Cotton Vicker Corporation of New York will produce a new cotton picking machine in Wichita Falls. The model is said to be lighter and far superior to prior experimental versions and can pick about 7400 pounds of seed cotton per day with minimal loss or damage. When idle as a picker it can serve as a standard farm tractor and may include an attachment for night spraying with calcium arsenate to combat boll weevil.

Wichita Motore Pelee Campbell Cotton Vicker Corporation New York Wichita Pew Hin

Record Heat Reaches 107 Degrees in Deans Neighborhood

Residents in the Deans area faced scorching heat as thermometers reportedly hit 107 degrees in the sun on Tuesday afternoon. Local officials urge hydration and limit outdoor activity during peak heat.

Deans

Texas Public Service Co chief avoids comment on Vernon light plan

A V Foster president of The Texas Public Service Co visited Vernon yesterday and declined to discuss proposed city bonds for a municipal lighting plant. He said the company will continue business as usual and that a municipal plant would not affect their policy. He disclosed buying land north of the Yecht plant to prepare for possible future expansion.

A.V. Foster The Texas Public Service Co Vernon Yes Foster

Owl Aunton Musical Enthusiastically Received

A large audience welcomed Miss Ethel Carter and her trio in Okla nd for a recital last Friday. The program included Edith Skinner Winnogene Rhite and Ethel Carter, a violin by Everett Sherman, and a closing number. Carter, Taylor University Fine Arts graduate, heads a local music studio and teaches many pupils. The State supervisor advised giving credit for the effort.

Ethel Carter Mausit Close Okland Edith Skinner Winnogene Rhite Pverett Sherman Carter Fine Arte Taylor University House Obklannion

American Legion To Elect Officers Next Wednesday

A meeting of the American Legion will be held next Wednesday night at 7 50 in the Legion rooms on the south side of the square to elect officers for the ensuing year. All ex service men are urged to attend.

The American Legion Legion

Fire destroys Odell building housing Crain Dry Goods

An early morning fire destroyed the Odell building housing Crain Dry Goods and all stock. Insurance coverage was carried, but full loss unknown. thieves suspected as cause with evidence of prior entry and a car seen leaving town. Firefighters could not reach Odell. nearby tailor shop saved. Traced tracks link suspects toward Childress as investigators pursue leads.

Crain Lidy Chilligoothe Childress

Vernon Wilbarger Board Association Meets For Bishops Delegates

The Vernon meeting of the Wilbarger Board Association heard high level talks and community remarks. Mrs J Watyors of Fort Worth Training School praised Ellen Rouse district scholarship girl from here. Crowell’s Mrs J E Billington gave a pleasing address as about forty ladies attended each Monday in Vernon during November.

Vernon Wilbarger Board Association J. Wa. Tyers Fort Worth

Railroads Announce Holiday Fare Reductions Across Texas

The Fort Worth and Denver and Wichita Valley lines plan round trip holiday fares at one and a half times the one way rate with a $1 minimum. Travel between December 21 and January 1, with return by January 3. Frisco offers similar terms for trips with one way fares up to $25.

Ing Fort Worth Denver Wichita Valley Railiways Dassengers Texas Nes PI Frisco

Good Rain at Farmers Valley Reported

Reports from Farmers Valley state a good rain fell last night with water standing across the fields this morning. The drizzle improved moisture for crops and reduced dust in the area.

Farmers Valley

Dance At Hilk Crest Candy Sale At HU Crest

Members of HU Crest plan a dance tonight and a candy sale this weekend. Tolbert family hosts a piano event and school program Saturday with local residents invited to attend.

Hilk Crest HU Crest Ae Tolbert

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