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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1918
Page
4
Vernon Texas dated Tuesday February 19 1918 lists Nichols Brown Company publishers and post office mail matter under act of Congress. Rate information shows six months at 1.50 with no shorter period subscriptions accepted.
The piece contrasts shipbuilders with soldiers as the war demands higher ship output. It argues some labor groups place their welfare above national needs and urges big business to forego profits as a wartime sacrifice. It warns defeat hinges on faster ship production and calls for broader labor support.
Late dispatches say Germany will not end hostilities on the eastern front and plans to capture Petrograd. Demoralized Russia cannot resist, but the drawdown of German troops from the East will stiffen Allied forces in the West, shaping a shift in the war balance.
In a proclamation for a special session on February 26 Governor Hobby urges enacting a law banning liquor sales within ten miles of army camps. If passed, most cantonment cities will be dry, curbing sales to soldiers training in Texas. Gubernatorial candidates favoring submission signal the end of legal saloons in Texas.
The feature spot highlights the No. 1 chef at White Rose Cafe in Ste. Adv., detailing the kitchen leader’s praised skills and the cafe’s standout menu as of this period.
Sam Randall has been ordered to return to Camp Bowie today due to an abscess in his head prompting an extension to his furlough request. Wm. Cameron & Adv. 48-1.
Carl Bollweg of Emporia Kansas born in Germany sent a Christmas message praising America and loyalty to its laws. The Topeka Capital and Daily Oklahoman republished the card noting its national circulation potential, reflecting immigrant gratitude and allegiance themes.
The piece argues Russia already demobilized long ago under Lenin and Trotzky, sending armies home, releasing prisoners, and negotiating with Germany. It predicts no real peace on Germany’s eastern front while Russia remains disorganized and volatile behind the lines.
A Washington style critique urges support for war efforts and thrift stamps while mocking suffragettes and suffragists. The piece condemns bootlegging inquiries and links cornbread to patriotism, hinting at anti saloon zone rhetoric around a cantonment.
Red River Baptist Church announces a two day educational rally on February 23 and 24. Speakers include Rev O J Orr Prof J N Fulcher R V Brown and Mrs Annie Wood with topics on enlistment of churches denominational value of Christian education and the role of women.
O. J. Carpenter of Clarendon and Miss Tila Cunvingham were married at the Methodist parsonage Sunday afternoon by Rev. H. M. Long. They will reside in Clarendon on a farm Mr. Carpenter recently bought. Mrs. Carpenter has longtime ties in this city and many friends wish them well.
The Ferrell Swartwood Co advertised a large stock of Ford parts and cookware in Fort Worth area. C I Warren traveled to Fort Worth for business yesterday driving his car. J A Randall is very sick with physicians fearing pneumonia.
I will pay $5.00 reward for the conviction of every person for trespassing on any of my lands in Wilbarger County. 50-11. Adv. J. P. KING. Born to Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Strickland at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. P. Sink, a 10 pound boy, Sunday, February 17.
J W Wheatley of B and W Drug Co is appointed to lead the Smileage Books sale drive for Wilbarger county. The campaign, ordered from Washington, will send books to soldiers with coupons exchangeable for amusement at army camps in America and Europe and for tobacco and comforts. Five cent dinners at White Rose Cafe noted.
Notice declares prosecution of any party trespassing or hunting and fishing on lands in Wilbarger County. Referenced by Adv. A. ALLISON. Includes Wright's condensed smoke product and an advertisement price at Puckett's with code 75e per bottle and 101-If.
A Vernon man reflects on recovering from 15 years of colic and liver trouble after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. He credits the product with restoring his health and notes the advertisement promises money back after one dose.
Mrs. J D Parnell hosted a Saturday afternoon party from three to five for her daughter Maurine. Children enjoyed gate games and festive refreshments included punch cake and ice cream in a birthday celebration.
Property listing near Vernon offers 48 acres of cultivated sandy land with improvements, rent at 55 dollars per acre, plus a 2 acre 5 room lease with water and sheds. Also available are three 50 by 32 foot lots with a new box house and good water. Seller J R Jar ge invites buyers with any money to purchase in the town’s best area.
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