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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record issues on Tuesdays and Fridays under editor R. H. Nichols. The paper is mailed as second class matter from Vernon Texas and subscribers must provide old and new addresses to ensure prompt delivery. Subscription rates are listed for one year and related details are provided.
Advertising rates show 12 cents per word for first insertion, three insertions cost S cents per word with minimum charge. Local reading notices priced at 2e per word for first insertion and 5e per word for two insertions. Obituary notices at 5e per word, poetry at 2e per word. Display advertising 45e per column inch with "Promoton" and cash required.
This notice states that any erroneous reflections on individuals firms or corporations in The Record will be corrected promptly upon the editor s attention. It emphasizes fairness and accountability in published material.
A historical view argues the Senate overstepped by seeking Denby’s removal while President Coolidge rightly refused to yield executive authority. It notes impeachment as the constitutional remedy and critiques Senators who voted to censure Denby to avoid seeming to support his actions. The piece asserts the Senate’s action reflected a lack of confidence in officials rather than a breach of separation of powers.
An old Dallas Cotton Association News commentary reiterates that The Record was partly right about diversifying farm products to spread prosperity, but argues the paper should have urged not only diversification but also orderly marketing of cotton to ensure year round stability. It emphasizes that diversification and orderly marketing are both needed for a sound farm economy.
An editorial argues that farm improvements fail when programs are partial and stresses the farmer as the key business owner. It notes farm organizations and editorials help only if the farmer applies practical steps and recognizes farming as a business, citing diversification as a prudent approach.
The article describes Thomas A. Edison marking his seventy-seventh birthday with interviews and work at his library. It praises his relentless labor over genius, notes misperceptions about him as a philosopher or theologian, and calls him a major benefactor to science and industry.
640 acres, 22 miles from Hereford, 110 acres cultivated, level land with a good horse. Price 20 per acre, 8000 cash, balance at 6 percent. 320 acres choice, 150 cultivated in shallow water district, well improved. Price 80 per acre, 2.50 cash, balance at 6 percent. 320 acres holes raw land 20 miles out, level. Price 12.50 per acre, 1750 cash, balance to suit at 6 percent. Mercury & Co., Hereford, Texas.
Mrs. Walter J. Ferguson of Main Street entertained with a Valentine party Wednesday afternoon for the members of her Sunday school class. The little girls played games and enjoyed refreshments. Valentines were given to each guest. Attendees included Mary Nichols Josephine Killough Lak South Avnde Mav Rowland Caren Neathers Dorothy Rogers Gladys Rey Catherine Seay Mie dred Key Huth Kal Tavita Bernice Boowa and Winifred Smith.
Members of the Junior Epworth League were given a party in the Methodist church parlor Thursday evening by Mrs. B He Pigg and Mrs. SB Morris. Refreshments were served and games were enjoyed by all.
A school auditorium program presents Mes Hollyanna Holly taitz Robert Lutz and Miss Georgia Castlebury with accompanist Mrs Leon H Brown. The group tours Verngy area towns after Chillicothe performance featuring piano solos readings vocals and violin pieces by named performers and students.
We express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness sympathy and floral offerings at the burial of our mother and grandmother. Signed by W. FL REY and family 2D. REY and family and others with best regards from Kh. 4. REy and family MRE Boot WEULLAMS aunt Mamily L BE Key and family MRS ELM GARDENTLERE and Pamily
The Alvin Silver Company markets its life long quality plate as the finest silverware, highlighting refined beauty that appeals to thousands of women nationwide. The ad credits Ite Tie Ath & Thompsons as sellers.
Scout Week is observed with a Vernon parade under National headquarters orders. G L Taylor reports 86 active Scouts with 19 first class and 20 second class, 0 tenderfoots, eleven new members in three meetings, most in uniforms ready for the afternoon parade.
Mr. Taylor explained that once Scouts are registered at the national headquarters, they will not be assigned a hand in troop affairs, as this could cause friction within the troop.
The Vernon church and Southern Methodists plan a five year push to raise 4150 toward a ten million dollar endowment fund for superannuated preachers their widows and orphans. Four minute sermons at services will kick off a six week drive with subscriptions and pamphlets to raise citywide interest.
Notice is given of a stockholders meeting to be held next Tuesday February 19 at 2 p.m. in the District Court room to elect new officers and transact other business. 11 21 cents
We express sincere thanks for the sympathy shown in the loss of our dear husband and father J. S. Haynes. We also appreciate the beautiful floral offerings and the kindness of friends during our dark hour from Mrs. J. S. Haynes and children.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Parker depart for their Liuisofield County farm in Sudan region. About 500 acres of the Parker holdings are planted in cotton this year.
An advertisement notes W. J. McCollum at Belle Mont Chicken Ranch one mile east of Cotton Yard Vernon Texas selling eggs and promoting superior quality compared to ordinary clucking eggs.
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