Vernon Record masthead notice in Vernon Texas
The Vernon Record is published in Vernon Texas and is entered as periodical mail under the act of Congress dated March 3 1879.
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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record is published in Vernon Texas and is entered as periodical mail under the act of Congress dated March 3 1879.
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The Record extends New Year wishes to readers and advertisers and thanks the community for support. The edition surveys Vernon Wilbarger County progress over the past year, notes acres under cultivation, improved farms, and ongoing development despite crop conditions, and urges continued effort to make the county more populous and prosperous. The paper pledges support for forward moves and collaboration with citizens in the coming year.
Austin reports Governor Neff will begin a spring speaking tour likely to advocate stricter law enforcement. While no new legislation is urged, many urge tighter enforcement of existing laws and better use of courts and peace officers to uphold the law.
The speaker argues that acquittals and convictions hinge on law enforcement and public will. He asserts most escapers are due to technicalities while urging citizens to demand strict enforcement so officers and courts act diligently. Governor Neff's statewide trip is welcomed if it spurs an arousing of the people.
Census Bureau figures warn against illicit alcohol from unknown sources. An estimated 208 deaths in the United States are linked to interior grade liquor, with many more deaths due to other causes. The article notes prohibition sparked data gathering on alcoholic deaths and discusses its interpretive implications.
A reflective essay urges every person to invoice their life and home, reviewing profits and losses of the past year. It compares personal growth, finances, and spiritual matters to a business audit, asking if one has strengthened or weakened in health, knowledge, and relationships.
The text notes changes of consequence in prohibition laws and observes substantial political liquor activity. It warns to avoid drinking liquor of uncertain origin until insurance cashing risk diminishes after imbibing.
Evans Mason departs tonight to attend Texas University while Rixon Boger leaves for studies at Texas A. and M. as they begin their respective school terms.
Pet notice lists eight white British bull pups available for immediate pickup. Contact W. M. McCaleb, Jr. at the given address for details on pricing and pickup.
Ora McPurdy announces candidacy for the Wilbarger County District Attorney position in April 19xx, outlining a long legal career including World War service. He pledges to continue firm, impartial law enforcement and to reflect on past records and future plans in the office.
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