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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1923
Page
4
The piece argues Congress faces a clash between tax cuts and granting a veteran bonus. Secretary Mellon cites figures showing a deficit method could fund both, but it would push repayment after elections. It warns voters favoring “something for nothing” may be misled by deficit plans and political rhetoric.
The text notes that if an appeal were made in hell for a case of want, people would respond with abundant gifts. It suggests a newspaper story about stories of misfortune and immediate responses, implying strong public sympathy and support.
An editorial urges Vernon citizens to donate to the community welfare fund to aid the needy amid a harsh winter. It praises volunteers administering funds, notes ongoing personal appeals, and stresses that aid is as urgent as in any specific case, with children needing wholesome food and care.
A charity fund plans actions to accomplish a stated result. The effort focuses on mobilizing resources and coordinating volunteers to reach the goal efficiently.
J W Johnson and family will move next week from Route A to Siaton where Johnson has bought a farm. Mrs J P Hamilton and granddaughter Ruth of Odell visit Mrs Hamilton's daughters Mrs J H Pettit and Mrs J B Ross. Miss Janie Mann, student at North Texas State Teachers College in Denton, spends holidays with her parents Mr and Mrs J N Mann.
W A Ish Jr and his father spent time together in the heat as the senior Ish had been on Watertlp near Antlers. Mrs FE Pendleton and daughter Frances headed to Fort Worth after word that her mother Mrs W C Sanders was seriously ill. J G Lloyd and family of Oklahoma City visited his parents and sister in town. R H Smith of Clyde visits his son J D Smith. Marguerite Thomas of Lindenwood College at St. Charles Mo is spending time with Mrs J M Thomas. J H Lloyd of Oklahoma City visits his parents and sister in Arlington. B G Bird and his wife visit relatives in Arlington.
Mr and Mrs B B Greever of a Baby were guests Christmas day of their mother Mrs We W Greeter and sister Mrs B E F Piper in a concise family gathering note.
Mrs T Sullivan and her children from Coahoma are spending the hot days with her mother Mrs C A MecConpelt, enjoying a family visit in late season weather and sharing time together.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Shive, who have lived in Santa Anna, California for several months, will return Saturday. A. R. Swartwood offers delivery to any part of the city. phone 745. 97 6tc
Let us fill your barrel with American coal oil. It is guaranteed to please you. A. B. Swartwood advertises by offering contact at phone 745, likely promoting a local fuel product.
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