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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1922
Page
4
A notice from Vernon Texas posts a request for a second class Wall matter filed under the act of Congress dated March 3. The entry records official action and requests public attention to the matter.
The list shows candidates and re election statuses for county offices including Treasurer J L McHugh and County Judge W Gilbert with alderman and attorney posts also noted. It lists commissioners for precincts 1 2 and 3 with names A Al Burland W G McDonald and Sidney Archer among those cited for re election.
Government lab tests warn of high weevil survival this year due to unusually warm temperatures and a mild fall. Reports show more than five times the destruction of prior years, threatening crops and raising prices as weather fails to curb the pest.
The column notes an all day singing at Lockett Baptist Church on Sunday March 0 invites all. J A Oss Dr recovering from a witnessed medical issue. Local visits and illnesses include Miss Haitie Mae Minarik of Vernon, several residents from Lockett visiting Vernon and Thalia, and many parishioners attending funerals, plus family gatherings and club meetings.
The article argues the boll weevil has seized cotton gains and threatens broader losses. It urges farmers from the cotton belt to unite for a coming struggle using fire, poison, and other devices to combat the pervasive menace threatening Southern homes and livelihoods.
A Texas Butter Egg and Poultry Association report shows last year’s member sales totaling 50 million dollars and 18 million chickens shipped across hundreds of miles. The piece notes the industry’s rapid rise from a minor activity to a major agricultural sector with broad opportunities for both city and rural residents.
Sou farmers plan cotton planting this year and urge timely seed purchase. Available varieties include Mebane Acala and Half and MMalf at 81.00 per bushel, with expected price increases later. A. Foster at Preemants Barbe Shop handles seed sales.
Mrs. Rena Watts was re elected president of the 18th district Women’s Christian Temperance Union at the Decatur convention held February 24 and 29. Officers include Mrs E L McHugh corresponding secretary and Mrs N L Jones vice president. Resolutions urged public morals, anti smoking in public places, against indecent films, Bible readings in schools, and electing teachers who do not dance or play cards. Local thanks extended to Decatur organizers and host church. Money to loan notice follows.
Horace and Mrs. Torkins discuss a dog with a claimed pedigree. A veterinary surgeon reassures that the dog’s health is not at risk, easing Mrs. Torkins' concerns about past canine misfortunes.
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