Vernon County library gains state status in 1925 expansion
A 1920s report details Vernon County moving from city library to a county system on January 1 1925 with funds from Carnegie, state librarian approval, and county and city cooperation. It notes 5000 volumes plus rapid expansion, access for the blind, and partnerships with Texas University and Oklahoma branches, plus child participation across communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Carnegia Undation
Fumission
Carnegie
Lillian Newton
Esther Hartwood
Texas Universi Library
RS Mason Entertains With Bridge Thursday
Mrs Harry Mason of Paradise entertained the 1921 Bridge Club and guests Thursday at bridge in honor of Mrs Josephine Collins sister of Mrs Anna Witherspoon Wichita Falls. Mrs Dan Bond won high score and received a faint incense burner. Mrs Bert Simanow took second high and got embroidered towels. Mrs T P Lisman received a hand painted China taddy filled with limited tea. Refreshments included creamed tir dissing fruit salad nurshimat nut sweet potatoes and lemon tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Mason
Paradise
Eet
Josephine Collins
Anna
Edmonson Seeks Re-Election as Wilbarger Sheriff
Wilbarger County sheriff candidate Frank Edmonson announces his bid for another term. He says he has faithfully served, will enforce the law impartially, and asks voters for continued support, crediting citizen cooperation for any success.
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Frank Edmonson
Sheriff’s Office
Wilbarger County
W. Prank Edmondson
Miss Elzora Clark Hosts Students at West Vernon
Miss Elzora Clark sponsor of the Do club entertained Saturday night at her West Vernon home hosting club members and their boy friends. Guests enjoyed games and hot chocolate with sandwiches. Also noted were relatives visiting over Christmas from Wichita Falls returning Wednesday.
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Elzora Clark
West Vernon
Ladelle Bowers
Dorothy Tull
Nina Allison
Mary Garland
Maurine Gregory
Erma Pearl Shivers
NeHe Holhir
Beatrice Huddleston
Elizabeth Baird
Recy Lewis
Levi Walkey
DP. Hollar
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Vernon Pase
Dal
Gok
Harris Tarrant
Pot
Ines
Ustin
Ate
Oklammion
Jinty
Mason
King George of
Greece
George II
Saal
Repi
Evans Mason
Dixon Boger
Oakland
O. R
Overland Motor Co
Hart Schaffner & Marx
G Serdoe
Hart Schaffner & Marx Clothes
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