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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1921
Page
4
The Jouston Post argues Texas should raise its subscription to the Federal International Banking Corporation to strengthen exports and long term credits. It notes Southern states total $7 million and a proposed $10 million goal, with Texas poised to gain as most cotton exports go from the state and many southern industries would benefit from the finance support.
Announcement says employer accepted a 10 percent pay cut under a profit sharing plan. Workers later voted to disregard the agreement and go on strike. They first struck after the initial 10 percent cut, returned, then another 10 percent cut triggered a second strike. Workers now demand restoration of the former wage scale while noting possible unpaid pay during high prices. Industry-wide profit sharing may not yield guaranteed pay during low profits.
Citizens argue rents in Vernon stay high relative to wages while egg and butter prices squeeze consumers. Farmers press for fair profit as margins widen. direct-to-consumer sales and parcel post offer relief, but only with affordable rents and diversified farming supported by local cooperation.
The Trench of Bayonets memorial, unveiled with French President Millerand and U S ambassador Hugh Wallace present, recalls a June 12 1916 Verdun trench tragedy. Funding by George T Rand sparked calls in The Star Telegram for a congressional probe into national parks profits and access.
Public accusations by George W. Dixon accuse Texas prison camps of brutal beatings and killings. He claims thirteen inmates died, with five beaten to death and eight shot by guards, and calls for ending prisons or removing inmates. The article notes Dixon’s assertion of extensive prison farms lending money and reform aims in Western Texas counties.
Public spirited bankers are the most important factor in building up any community as the general welfare depends on their role.
Enos A Mills, noted writer, campaigns to spark nationwide sentiment for action to free national parks from monopolistic private control. He argues that without proper warrant the parks have become private enterprises, urging support from Americans who uphold democratic principles.
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