Millions May Be Lost From Car Shortage In Texas Railways
Texas grain producers warn that millions of dollars in losses will occur without rail cars to move the bumper crop. Vernon Chamber of Commerce and other Texas representatives urge Washington action, citing full elevators, stalled shipments, and hardship on farmers and bankers. A Texas Chamber committee will plead the case to the Interstate Commerce Commission, while railcar supply and wartime policy are blamed for the crisis and potential big grain losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwest
Texas
J. J. Verrow
Vernon Chamber of Commerce
Texas Chamber of Commerce
Dallas
Washington
Interstate Commerce Ecoromission
Frank Kell
Mr. Morrow
Warren Andrews
Fort Worth
Ro C. Sherrill
Haskell Grain Denier
J. G. Smith
Morrow
Mer
Sherriff
Smith
Chamber of Commerce
Interstate Commerce Commission
Interstate Comserce Commission
United States Employee to Retire After 72 Years
Thoms tarrison Uncle Sai's oldest employee retires in August after 72 years in government service. Since 1865 he has been with the United States Naval Observatory in Washington. Born January 10 he served as Chief clerk of his department for many years. The note hints at seed distribution politics and a contested SenateHouse appropriation in a Progressive Farmer context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thoms Tarrison
Sai
United States Naval Cobservatory
Washington
Isds
John Goin Adams
Mr. Harrison
Senate
House
Expected Horse Would Die Low Sleek and Healthy
In Rock Bridge Baths Mr C Huste reports his horse turned from poor and near death to sleek and healthy after using Dr LeGear's Stock Powders. He used a few boxes with advice from Dr LeGear and now endorses the product for horses and other livestock with satisfaction or money back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Huste
Rock Bridge Baths
Jr Gear
LeGears
Dr. LeGear
Mr. Haste
Vernon’s early courthouse site and jail history
Log capin marked the site where the court house now stands, once a county jail amid a sandy yard with a log cabin and ragged one story buildings. Wilbarger officials first housed in a frame building where Bailey hotel stood. later moved to sites near Farmers State Bank and behind a current garage. Bricks for the courthouse were made in Vernon. Swinburns & Swain contracted for thirty three thousand dollars, but miscalculations delayed the project. The era’s leaders included J. Z Orr as county judge and J. N. Perkins as clerk, with a roster of other officers. the courthouse later underwent reroofing and repainting, while locusts around the square grew into the present setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrold
Vernon
Issh
Newcormers
Courthouse Square
Wilbarger
Bailey Hotel
Farmers State Bank
Main Street
T. M. Fergeson
TSSG
Wilbarger County
Swinburns & Swain
PSO
Bids Arrive for Willarger County Courthouse Frame and Offices
Willarger county received bids for the first frame building housing county offices and, at successive intervals, bids for other structures leading to the construction of the present building.
Tanlae credited with curing Peoria woman’s stomach troubles
Mrs. Tena Swanson of Peoria claims Tanlae relieved years of stomach disorder and general weakness. She describes severe pain, gas, dizziness, faintness, and nerve distress before using the product, noting dramatic improvement in life quality after treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanlae
Tena Swanson
North
Madison Street
Peoria
Thi
Col B F George The Business Man's Candidate
Col B F George emerges as a business leader aligned candidate in a crowded party race. He emphasizes practical economics and steady growth while outlining plans to spur local commerce and create jobs through targeted policy. Supporters say his business background offers disciplined governance.
Reform Proposal Aims at Tax Cuts and Road Upgrades
A controversial figure pledges to overhaul local governance by consolidating schools and adding commercial courts to improve roads. He promises tax exemptions for road and school levies, preserve water for irrigation and commercial uses, and pay the governor and Congress a salary. He also calls to reduce legislators by about half and secure key state positions in the contest.
Tanine claims spur health improvements and weight gain
A testimonial from a Vernon buyer praises Tanine, stating it cured headaches, improved sleep, appetite, and calm nerves after five bottles. The speaker claims dramatic weight gain and overall health, with distribution through Vernon and Harvard drug merchants.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Congress
Department
United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Thomas Harrison
Ders
Court House
Orr
J. N. Perkins
J. W. Drury
T. Millis
Swartwood & Rogers
Rex
Col. B. F. George
West
Heo
The
Herring National Bank
C. T. Herring
L. K. Johnson
G. C. Morris
Paulac
Fergeson Drug ‘Co
Harvard
Wilyson Drew Co
Fo Odelb Hy
Beletier
Rurkis
W. P. Seale
Vernon, Texas
DR. E. D. Flaniken
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co
Winston-Salem, N. C
the Farmers State Bank
J. B. Green and Company
Superior Insurance Service
Guaranty State Bank
Ing
Room No
Wichita Falls
Bowie
Decatur
Sunset
Henrietta
E. J. Watts
Doyle Crenshaw
Room
First Guaranty State Bank Building
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