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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1920
Page
8
Local notice about newspaper mailing at Vernon Texas as second class mail. Advertising rates listed for display, classified, obituaries and notices with per word charges and minimums. Subscription options shown for six, three, and monthly terms.
Citizens press for cost based electric extensions and municipal safeguards as Public Service faces high rates and charter issues. The piece argues large landholding by a few limits housing and tax equity, urging reforms to unlock land for homes, farms, schools, and roads while outlining Governor candidates and policy positions.
Friday night shadows fall over the Ute family as the wife and mother dies, her faith and charity praised. The note laments the loss, honors her Christian life, and ends with a prayer for eternal rest. The editor hopes another will carry tribute forward.
Death touched the home of John Esten Cooke president of the Texas Press Association and publisher of the Rockdale Reporter. The paper printed a tribute noting the long months of looming tragedy that culminated in the loss.
A clash on the streets drew attention as vehicles and pedestrians faced siren noises during the chase. Reported complaints note the sound was particularly disruptive to a sick individual, highlighting the tension between sportlike excitement and public disturbance.
Vernon launches a building budget aimed at boosting the chamber of commerce and drawing pledges from external interests. The plan, potentially totaling 16000 dollars or more, seeks to fund community projects, attract farmers to markets, and promote Wilburger County soil to other states. Success hinges on local leadership and volunteers dedicating time and effort.
A list of primary and county officer candidates including District Attorney James V. Leak Memphis and representatives B Fr George Burkburnett Wichita Falls I G Swanson Wichita Falls, with county offices such as County Judge Ke L McHugh O McCurdy and Sheriff W A R L Creubkey M J Jess Johnson. Also notes on re elections for several posts and election details from The Vernon Record.
The Record notes concern over siren whistles used by bicycle riders, arguing they are acceptable on lonely roads but can become a public nuisance when used to harass others. The piece warns authorities may need action to restore quiet without depriving youths of harmless fun.
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