Casing Seat Issue Delays Pyramid Well at Pyamid Field
In Vernon oil operations the Pyramid number 2 site faces a water leak from a casing seat not secured. Drilling leaders M. L. Dai and FE Simon oversee the task and expect the fix to take two days to eight weeks. Triangle No. 1,509 feet deep, continues with round-the-clock work while water shut-off awaits.
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Vernon
Pyramid Number 2
Sigier Dring Co
Walil
M. L. Dai
Sigher
Quanah
Sigher Number
FE. Simon
Algo Hast
Botton
Roy Gaines Dies in Seagraves at 32
Roy Gaines son of Mr and Mrs L J Pines of Vernon died suddenly in Seagraves on Wednesday December 21. He was found in bed by his wife and death was due to heart trouble. He lived in Vernon and Odell over the years and leaves his wife four children a brother sister and his parents. Funeral services were held at Seagraves by Rev. Seivo of Brownfield. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and respected in the community.
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Roy Gaines
Vernon
Odell
L. J.pines
Seagraves
Gaines
Centennial program kicks off with Northwest Texas Congregation visit
PORE Low ON CENTENARY. Chests codat in. EB. Evong2d Adsocistes Will tight rb of Results Accomplished In fron .Evanaotinlic World, by Choe W. Fron, Conference Mission- Agr? y Negrotary of Abiteng, and a group ton visitors will be in Vernon 'hursday and sit for the purpose of seanainting pithe patio with the resuita accomplish e¢eri following the launching of the Cen ¢tenary program three years ago. Mir Lyon is in charge of the Centenry work in the Northwest Texas Confer ence. Where showing Lone in various parts as weil as in foreizn lands wil be held be the First Church at 7 ofélock. A general invi tation is extended the public, will be: 2 series of pictures of the a wark undertakes this country, as The moviing t Methordis Grocery Company Moves Quarters The Boredal Grocery Co. is moved from its former. location 2 the corner of Main and Texas streets to the quar ters formerly ovenpied be the Torkune- Orr fmalement Go.von the corner of jain and Olive Streets.
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Choe W. Fron
Abiteng
Vernon
Hursday
Mir Lyon
Texas
Weil
Ofélock
Grocery Company
Boredal Grocery Co
Main
Torkune- Orr
Jain
Olive
Funeral Services for Infant at Gye-Punto Cemetery
Funeral services are planned for the infant of Mr. and Mrs. Mae Sit at Gye-Punto cemetery. The baby died Sunday night.
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Gye - Punto
Angela Talent
Mae
School Romance Ends in Marriage Amid Public Ultimatum
Bryan Baccus of this city and Miss Elon Rate Webb plan to wed after a long school romance begun at Chrendon College. Baccus, a UT graduate in progress at Galveston Medical College, and Webb, daughter of local parents, will marry soon as both continue studies.
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Bryan Baccus
Ct. VW. Beckus
Elon Rate Webb
Chrendon
College
Backes
Exodus of Vernon Students Returns After Holidays
Many Vernon students left for holidays and have begun returning to their terms. Names of students heading to colleges include Miss Mozel Parker Dorothy Hicks to Yard Reimit Coloma Neahville Ter tyne Mn OM Miss Frances Kemn Shires McLartty to Riot Texas and others to Southern Methodist Fort Worth Texas College Station.
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Vernon
Ami
Simday
Mozel- Parker
Dorothy Hicks
Coloma Neahville
Tyne Mn OM
Mise Prances Kemn
Shires McLartty
Eaain
Texas
Kather Ce
Rrs O'Neal
Southern Methodist
Siatt
Winbert Sewell
Robertson
Dison Boger Hay
Texas A.andment College Station
Mise Mckens
Texas College
Mantio Ladd Birdie Hig
Jewell Nowlin
Fort Worth 9
Texas Christigg University
Grient Pumping Plant Burns
A damaged section of the Grient pumping facility suffered a fire and gas line rupture causing destruction to the line during an emergency response. Authorities and utility crews worked quickly to control the blaze and secure the site.
Fire at Cotton Yard Widespread Blaze Rages Northeast Town
A Sunday fire at the cotton yard in the northeast part of town burned about half the facility. The blaze caused significant damage to storage on the yard as firefighters fought to control the flames.
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Maralag
Dar Aharn
Baie
Fire damages planter’s factory yard and surrounds
Fire swept through Cofton’s Ne plant area at Planters Grove causing loss of several crates and equipment. Fire department and water supply crews worked through the night to contain the blaze and protect nearby stocks. no serious injuries reported.
Butter Contest January 12 At Kincheloe Building
An opportunity to demonstrate butter making skills with prizes and awards. The event, hosted by local clubs and county agents, will be judged by J Lena Thomas with M F Goodfellow assisting. Entries due Thursday morning with judging at 2 p m.
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Vernon Cit
Wilbarger
Dallas
Curters
J. Lena Thomas
Texas A
M. College
Mise Fula Goodfellow
Ome
Mre
Fire at Allison Home Damages Structure, Quick Extinguish
A fire originating from a defective outlet at Allison home near Central Christian Church caused minor damage but was rapidly extinguished by firefighters. No injuries reported. The blaze started early this morning and was contained next door at J. KR. Alison’s residence.
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J. KR. Alison
Central Christian Church
Fire at Fine Barn Causes Heavy Loss in Neighborhood
A barn fire destroyed the property of Nive Bisday, with losses estimated between 10000 and 342000 dollars. Firefighters from Mequon and local volunteers arrived late due to water, battling flames as a brick residence undergoes remodeling. The origin of both fires remains unknown and significant equipment and livestock were lost.
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Inti
Ieee
Ian
Paynes
Miss Davis Weds Tax Assessor in Weston Ceremony
Miss Davis wed Porterfield the Vernon tax assessor in a ceremony at 08 Davis near Cuanderhead and Yaemperika streets. The service featured Miss May Davis Techni as bride, with Rev. Waterfield of the Kirst-Metnpodist officiating and Mrs Leon Brown at the piano. Attendants descended the stairs as Allie music played. post ceremony reception served by Winnie Porterfield and Geraldine Parker. The bride, daughter of U S Davis, born in Rover County, educated in Lomn schools, attended Texas Women’s College in 1919 1920. Porterfield, son of Mr and Mrs T Porterfield of Tolbert, is Wilbar county assessor. war veteran with AEF. The couple plans to reside at the Sitpheny residence west Texas.
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Cuanderhead
Mawy Davie Techni
Porterfield
County Tay
Mbskes
Winnie Porterfield
Geraldine Parker
U.S. Davie
Vernon
Raver
Lomn
Fondest
Texas Womens's College
Fort Worth
Teri Sie
Pevroland Coysalivatedk
Mire & T. Porterfield
Tolbert
Wilbargercomme
Amercan Expeditionary Force
Caw Leah Nuke
Sitpheny
West Texas
Fire Destroys Crawford Residence on West Yaraparika Street
Fire swept the old Methodist district parsonage on West Yaraparika Street causing extensive damage. Water shortages hampered firefighters and nearby structures suffered loss while a grove and fence were ignited. A second alarm was triggered after observers mistook the blaze for a neighbor’s home.
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Fok Crawford Oi
Yaraparika Street
Old Methodist District Parsonage
Sanday
Tone
Rome
Areteone
Secon
J. FE
Parents and Teachers to Study Problems at Bhive School Meeting
The Teachers Association of Bhive School plans a session on “Problems of Graded School Life” with discussion led by Flaniken and Stokes. Ava Unter and others will discuss what the Teacher Sees.
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Teachers Association of Bhive
Flaniken
Papi
Mia
Stokes
Ava Unter
Musical at Till Crest Above Ordinary Class
A Crest members aid house program on New Year’s Day featured readings sones and instrumental solos. The entertainment drew 15 to 100 attendees and was praised for its merit and participating performers.
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Crest
Aid House
Elks Host Informal Friday Night Dance
Kirky provided entertainment in the lab room for an informal dance Friday night. About twenty couples attended as local music filled the event.
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Will Crest
HI Crest
Kirky
Indications Favor Bond Issue in Vernon at Noon
Indications at noon today favored the Vernon bond issue. Supporters predicted a strong victory while opponents warned against premature conclusions. A mass meeting in the district courthouse featured heated exchanges as Mayor Harry Mason and W. N. Stokes spoke for and against the proposal.
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I. E D. L. Killough
J. K. Johnson
J. P. Bonner
Harry Mason
W. ON. Stokes
New Schedule Changes for Fort Worth and Denver Railway
The Fort Worth and Denver City Railway announces a Sunday January 8 effective timetable. Trains 1 and 2 will run together with combined services, serving all stations between Fort Worth and Childress. Train 3 and 4 will be merged with 1 and 2, with arrival times shifted such that the Vernon southbound stop occurs at 3:00 PM and the through northbound arrival moves to 10:42 AM.
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Janary
Fort Worth
Denver
Raihway
Vernon
Childress
Niunaber
Bond Issue Discussion Draws Large City Crowd
District court heard Friday night debate on a proposed plant for the city as supporters led by Mayor Harry Mason argued in favor while opponents presented a counter view. Advocate TS Cook rebutted remarks from Mr Stokes and others in a tense public session.
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Frifey
Harry Mason
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