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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1921
Page
17
The article argues for developing a convenient tourist camp park with accessible amenities to attract travelers. It notes motorists spend about 10 dollars daily, cites 2000 to 3000 cars using the Colorado to Guif highway yearly, and urges Wichita and Wilbarger county paving to draw Northwest traffic, warning Vernon would lose without a permanent site and highway promotion.
The city earned the nickname City that faith built through steadfast citizens J A Iseimo and Fran Kell protecting railroads making Wichita Falls a regional trade center. Oil discovery boosted population and industry while weathering price declines. Plans now target a $34 million irrigation storage system to enhance the Northwest Texas region.
A community letter extols continued faith and courage to develop farms and poultry, dairying, and small factories in Vernon. It highlights upbuilding schools and facilities, viewing the period as a testing time with relative Southwest improvement.
The article notes a heavy rain last night renewing soil moisture to about an inch deep and refreshing the landscape. Birds and air gained new vigor as a mild shower progressed, with forecasts predicting more rain on Thursday evening in Vernon and nearby areas.
A testimonial claims life improved after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy which purportedly removes catarrhal mucus and relieves stomach liver and intestinal ailments. It noting a money back guarantee and availability from Fergeson Drug Company Vernon and other druggists.
Vernon reports a strong push for the annual turkey show with local merchants buying premium ad space and farmers selling large turkey crops. One farmer sold 49 birds averaging 19 pounds for 426 dollars, while a bronze gobbler weighed 37 pounds, fetching about 12 dollars and 5 cents. Mrs L L Nicholson near Temple plans five more years of poultry income from her 18 acre farm, with 200 dollars in turkey sales this year and plans for 500 next year.
In Big Springs and Stephenville Texas farmers report turkey profits surpassing cotton. The Chamber of Commerce committee boosted turkey prices this week lifting earnings for growers to hundreds of dollars per flock. Key shipping points Harmleigh Dermott Fuyanua Snyder and Stephenville show significant exports totaling over 500000 in value.
The record describes a farm partnership with $2000 invested and a gross return of one bale of cotton. It notes land, horses, feed, tools, and seed as the assets involved and mentions Mrs Bell claiming unique earnings from selling items from the farm.
Three miles northeast of Vernon the property is posted as required by law. Hunting or trespassing will be prosecuted to the fullest extent. Signed by S. H. Smith.
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