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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1918
Page
4
Notice records that the Vernon Texas post office is designated as second class mail matter under the act of Congress dated March 3 1879.
The Houston Post questions who conspired to press Ferguson into alleged wrongdoings. The record allegedly shows theft of public funds, improper bank deposits, and illegal use of money for private debts and purchases, while Ferguson supposedly refused to reveal sources of a large loan. The piece asks who influenced these actions.
Discussion notes that silos delayed drought damage and boosted feed by about half, aligning with irrigation successes in West Texas and several states. The piece cautions silos do not solve all feed problems and reflects mixed local experiences with silo use.
The article argues that leaving corn stover unutilized wastes food value while using ears only. A silo acts as a large fireless cooker, turning roughage into milk and fat producing foods. It increases income for dairymen and beef producers and is a patriotic, profitable agricultural activity led by Wilbarger county farmers adopting intensive livestock production and dairying using site assets.
The Council of Defense warns that preventing sickness is crucial for farmers and soldiers. It notes malaria and hookworm are prevalent in rural Texas, argues small sanitary costs prevent expensive illness, and says farm owners must provide proper housing and sanitation for tenants to be a good citizen and patriot.
An editorial urges women to register before the two day deadline Thursday. It argues registering is a sacred duty for free government and warns against selfish interests that might control turnout. The piece notes woman suffrage varies by state and frames the issue as crucial to democracy.
Texas women show patriotism and energy urging all good women to register as part of the commonwealth cleanup effort.
The Indianapolis News notes A Mitchell Palmer asserts Germany could never soil American soil again and vows to divorce German capital from U S industry. It reports 200 major German owned corporations in the U S disrupted, with future use of profits to be decided in peace terms.
The piece notes a June warning from the Fuel Administration about stocking winter coal, with dealers unable to promise delivery. It urges households to curb fuel waste and plan ahead as frost nears, citing abundant coal deposits and the need for prudent, early procurement.
A brief agri-insurance pitch urges protection for growing cotton and feed crops before damaging hail arrives. It emphasizes prompt action and promises first class service to farmers.
The Saturday Evening Post notes the duty of responsible management to ensure fuel is consumed efficiently and economically. The piece stresses prudent usage and oversight in energy consumption.
The El Kantara swinging bridge over the Suez Canal, completing a direct rail link between Cairo and Palestine, is announced with grand implications for Asia Africa unity and Christian guardianship. Other notes mention local visits, sales ads, and moves in Vernon and nearby towns.
War Department and Marine Corps summaries show American expeditionary force casualties at 10 383 total with 9 131 in the army and 1 252 in the Marines. Army breakdown includes 1 491 killed in action 479 died of wounds 1 287 died of disease 465 died of accident and other causes 5 024 wounded in action 38 missing. Marines list 407 deaths 542 wounded 1 in enemy hands 2 missing. Weekly army casualties 497 with 179 killed 47 died of wounds 19 accidents 215 wounded 20 missing. Local ads note sales and visits from Altus Oklahoma and Vernon with Coca Cola and appliances promotions.
J Jenkins traveled to Qiuanah Saturday and moved his family the first of this week. He is employed at Dixon's Dry Goods Store.
A notice urges immediate purchase of fruit jars from Herring Bennett Liauber Co due to expected future scarcity. Adds that Ett e Addy appears in the notice as part of the supplier chain.
Mr and Mrs J M Underwood visited Electra on Sunday to fetch their daughter Mary O who had been staying a week with her aunt Mrs W W Cox.
Mr and Mrs Charles Petty and Mr and Mrs doe Petty of Tipton Oklahoma returned home yesterday. They visited their father J W Coffee and brother Ro EL Coffee before letters left to serve in the navy.
Advertisement promotes a compact electric sewing machine with all attachments, usable after first use and storable in a closet. It promises practicality for frequent use and invites readers to see it at Uerring-Bennett's with a trial offer via phone at 236. Adg. 50-4te.
Mrs. J. B. Parker returns from Kirkland where she visited Mrs. J. M. Williams and enjoyed Coca Cola at Pendleton's fountain.
Jim White of Celeste advertises fruit jars and urges quick action. Herring Bennett will deliver if you call 236 50-4te.
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