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Newspaper

Vernon Record

Location

Vernon, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1924

Page

7

Gasoline Consumption in Vernon Reveals High Use and Costs

A Vernon study estimates 3,000 gallons of gasoline used daily, costing about $930 monthly in taxes and sales. The report notes burn rates by business and personal vehicles, with emphasis on miles traveled, daily trips, and broader implications for state revenue and travel distances.

Vernon Momia Joy Tteers Italeis Estinwaiv New York City San Praneciscr New Gries Sallon Globe Texas

Silent Sermons Begin At First Methodist Church

First Methodist Church opens a Sunday night series of silent sermons led by Pastor Dr Dickenson. The initial 7 30 event will show a picture titled Christ among the learned men to provoke worship and interest.

First Methodist Church R. E B. Dickenson Christ Dickenson

Fragmentary passage on misdeeds and church services

A damaged OCR fragment references protection of assets, dishonor, and a plan to use fields later. It mentions a congregation, a street disruption, and a political or religious setting, with unclear names and specifics.

LSTERN STARS HONOR ELECTRA LODGE VISITORS

Members of the lowest chapter of the Order of the Faster Star Vere rested at Electr chapter last night Degrees were cast in one candidate and many visitors attended The list includes Mr and Mrs WA Biyuion Mrs 8 Calling Miss Frances Collins Mrs Waiter Lewis and Mr and Mrs Gow A Tanne

WA. Biyuion Lata Mix Frances Collins Waiter Lewis

Robert Whighehi Named Times Agent for Vernon Visit

Robert Wright was reportedly chosen as an agent for the Wichita Times and traveled with his father to Wichita Palace for a conference with the Times manager. The city’s brand will seek a new agent in Vernon, while Wright begins work under the appointment.

Robert Wright Wichita Times Bev Yeaterhiy Rain Ted Wichita Palle Drogla de Tinos Robert Iso

Fragmentary report on Mattress store fire and response

A fragmented notice describes a mattress shop fire reported yesterday around 3 PM. Details are unclear but flames are mentioned and the fire department responded promptly to the incident. Affected business name appears garbled and uncertain.

Careful Hatchery Notes On Egg Selection And Loss

A Vernon Hatchery report emphasizes crystal egg selection as vital to hatchery success and warns that shell quality and yolk integrity affect chick viability. The article blends hatchery technique with obituaries for Frank J Massie Jr and Vernon Lodge members. It mentions Antlers Club and charitable drives, plus community notices on book distributions by local scouts.

Frank J. Massie, Jr Vernon Ledge Benevolent Benevolent and Protective Order Mike Antlers Club Vernon Frankkein, JA Dings Luther OS Tren Chaunchy

Sunday speakers discuss endowment fund at First Methodist

The First Methodist church plans a Sunday program with coach Sunday and several speakers. They will devote four avenues to promoting the Superintendency Endowment Fund and caring for the superannuated ministers. List of events includes March 2 services and junior league activities with local names and times.

Ute Hue Wit Lice Meese Cratchfield

Loyal Track Team Competes In Early Meet

The Loyal track team opened the season with a meet planned for March 14 at Harrold. The Vernon Hich Selo coach notes a tough event schedule, aiming to push the locals as they field a new lineup.

Vernon Hich Selo Hari Shane

City News Stand Installs Humidor For Tobacco Products

The City News Stand installs an airtight humidor to store cigars cigarettes and chewing tobacco. The device holds a substantial amount and aims to preserve product quality and freshness for customers.

City News Humedor

Fire damages Ford car owned by W R Chaz ener

A Ford car owned by W R Chaz ener caught fire last night while the owner attempted to start it to return to Oklahoma. The blaze was extinguished quickly, but the car was damaged beyond running condition. Cemetery Association Meeting at library is set for Wednesday at 4. All dues unpaid last year should be paid to Mrs A M Pratt, secretary. Miss Louise Collins in Chicago hospital is described as improving yet remains seriously ill with no recovery expected. Willard Memorial Day postponed indefinitely by local W C PR A members. Gus Volos’ trip to California prompted the delay as he returned to Vernon yesterday.

W. R. Chazener Oklmwnica Cemetery Association A. M. Pratt Louise Collins Chicago

Fred Reet Conducted Business in Wollidar Yesterday

Fred Reet was in Wollidar on business yesterday according to a brief local report. The visit appears tied to an unspecified professional engagement and took place in Wollidar.

Fred Reet Wollidar

Lawyer Sues Bok Prize Donor for Million Dollar Claim

Frank Hendrick a New York lawyer sues Edward W Bok of Philadelphia for 1 million dollars claiming his plan was superior and seeks 900000 dollars as value of publicity he would have gained if awarded the prize.

Frank Hendrick New York Edward W. Bok Philadelphia Jie

Smythe Returns From Business Trip to Southern Cities

G, HH. Smythe arrived Wednesday back from a business trip through Prowpsville and other South Texas cities. The misread items mention dates and places with unclear spellings, but indicate travel and routine work, including collection of clean cotton rags at the Record office.

G, HH. Smythe Prowpsville

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