Vernon expected to become grape growing center soon
An agricultural inspection led by M Fichites and accompanied by Mr Oates and J E Lata found Vernon promising for large scale grape cultivation. They visited Carson Tireff and Schomker vineyards, noting abundant yields, well established vines, and strong natural grape country potential. Vernon is favored as the best location for a grape growing operation in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Lata
Oates
Carson
A. Tireff
Hernia Brunes
G. Schomker
Fred Streit
Mates
Tatz
Vernon
Local Man Makes $200 on Small Lot Adjoining His Home
Webb of Nahers street beside Allingham Park profits from a 150 foot lot by his home. He grows 260 flower varieties and many vegetables, selling produce or giving away excess. He credits hard work and quick crop rotation as keys to success.
Phifer Drowns Near Menard in Texas Incident
J. P. Phifer learned that his brother F A Phifer died in a drowning near Menard yesterday with no details available. He left by auto for Goldthwaite to arrange arrangements. survived by widow and two small children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Phifer
F. A. Phifer
Menard
Mr. Phifer
Phifer
Goldthwaite
Battened by a Polecat While Asleep
Walter Jobe of the riverfront across from England was bitten by a polecat during a hot night while sleeping in a ward outside his house. He was attacked in his sleep and later traveled to Austin for treatment at the Pasteur Institute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Jobe
Ik River
Kngland
Mr. Jobe
Bam
Jobe
Austin
Pasterr Institute
Fort Worth Visitor At Bedside Of G T Allman In Wichita Falls
Mrs W C Pitts and Mr and Mrs Morton Allman travel to Fort Worth to be at the bed side of G T Allman of Wichita Falls who is reported critically ill. Mr Allman was for years agent of the Fort Worth and Denver and is a brother of Mrs Pitts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Pitts
Morton Allman
Fort Worth
G T. Allman
Wichita Falls
Allman
Denver
Pitte
American engineer held by Mexican bandits in ransom demand
Photograph shows Br. A. Newman, a Chicago engineer, held by Mexican bandits demanding 15000 pan from his family. They threaten to kill him unless payment is made as the State Department appeals for immediate action. The American government has demanded release and safety for the engineer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BR. A. Newman
Chicago
State Department
Mexico
Committees Named for This Year by Chamber of Commerce
Secretary Rom Fielder announced standing committees for the Chamber of Commerce after a conference with officers. Chairmen must meet directors each meeting night and recruit as many members as desired. Members listed include George Veteto Entertainment F Figeles ton, Seth Ingram Agriculture P Chaney Camp Grounds Lon Byars, Trade Extension C Ashenhurst, Convention W Stokes, Industrial J Showers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Veteto
Dee Norwood
J. Pearson
F. ¥. Figeleston
8. W. Bailey
Alt. Bedinhaus
Seth Ingram
LU. E. Piper
R. A. Coffee
P. D. Chaney
M. L Sharp
Eula Goodfellow
Lon Byars
J. J. Swartwood
K. (. Hooper
C.D. Ashenhurst
J. A. Dixon
Crop conditions seen as strong for West Texas fall
Wade Homer Wade of the West Texas Chamber of Commerce described crop prospects as among the best in the section. He noted corn has suffered in some western areas but cotton prospects are generally splendid as the chamber grows and faces new responsibilities with rising membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wade
Homer Wade
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
Vernon
Fort Worehole
Pisy
Oklainton school faculty named for coming term
Sunt. V. R. Glazener announced the Oklainton school faculty for the coming term. Miss Minnie Metlon is high school principal, Miss Lucy Gacifield teaches mathematics and history, Fred Ashley serves in the upper grades, Miss Alice Mulkey handles 6th and 7th, Miss Ola Ferguson 4th and 3rd, Miss Leslie Hughes 2nd and 3rd, and Supt Glazener teaches vocational agriculture and science in the high school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklainton School
Sunt
V. R. Glazener
Minnie Metlon
Electra
Lucy Gacifield
Fred Ashley
Alice Mulkey
Ola Ferguson
Leslie Hughes
Supt Glazener
Wilbarger County Tax Rolls Show Gains in Valuation
Wilbarger county tax rolls report an overall valuation increase for 1922 with a $25 million state decrease offset by local gains. County tax assessor Porterfield released figures after review, noting school tax rates set for several districts and a pending state rate of 75 cents per $100 valuation. Independent districts like Jackson Springs and Downs show specific rates, while the high school and timber districts await an election to fix the parish rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbarger County
Seitaito
Willaraer
Officiis
Porterfield
Janekson Springs
Downs, Guyer
Harrold
Loelett
Union
Aptelone Haney
Roma
Polhest
Oklammion
Connigine Eliett
Thompson
Il Tere
Janes
Haulk Halls Fe
West Vernon
Hinds
Midwig
Crescent
Highland
Mack
Farners Valley
Wildcat
Sherwood
Plainview
Pleasant Valley
East Vernon
Willis Chapel
Brown
Porster
Red River
POE
Tame Star
Paradise
Gigeisberg Jones
Walter
Vernon Girl Gains National Publicity in Newspapers
Vernon girl Lois McGaughe is showcased with a sketch of her new mural work. A Newspaper Enterprise Association writer sent her photograph and art record to hundreds of large daily papers across the United States for nationwide feature distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lois McGaughe
Vernon
United States
Newspaper Enterprise Association
New York
Chicago
Moveland
Vernon Girl
Pais
N F. A
Murchison Chapter 424 to Meet Monday at Masonic Hall
FE. T. Murchison Chapter No. 424 will hold their regular meeting Monday night at the Masonic hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. T. Murchison
FE. S
Masonic Hall
TO Operation J Volt Undergoes Morning Appendectomy
J Volt underwent a morning appendectomy. Attending physicians report the condition satisfactory.
King Tut Club Holds Monthly Dinner at Valley Hotel
The King Tuts meet for their monthly dinner with over 10 members and several new joiners. Plans were announced for a Farmers Valley visit next Tuesday as President Gibson outlined the club’s aim to support Vernon and the Chamber of Commerce. Secretary Vielder pledged backing for all club efforts and the group voted to admit Vernon band members without dues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ings
Balley Hotel
Farmers Valley
TR. B. Gibson
Cliair
Chamber of Commerce
Vernon
Ro OM. Vielder
Young man found injured near courthouse after incident
A white young man was found dazed on the square by the courthouse after WW o'clock Tuesday night. He claimed to have been struck by an automobile driven by man and Wwo wan and was taken home after his injuries were dressed. The injured man said his name was Matur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tie
B.D. Fliniken
Mam
Reli
Matur
Prince Very Sick at Home In Vernon
J. K. Prince remains seriously ill at his home in Weer Vernon with his condition unchanged and prognosis doubtful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Prince
Weer Vernon
Community Week date set for September eight
Vernon clubs finalize Community Week plans at the county library meeting. After postponing two dates, delegates agree September eight as the annual event, with events on the new Allingham park stage and six nights of programing by city and county clubs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CES
Vernon
Allingham Park
Vernon Enjoys Heavy Tourists From Coast to Coast
Tourists traveling the Colorado-Gull Highway pass Vernon at about 300 automobiles daily. Dr Wells estimates two to six people per car spend from 1,200 to 1,500 dollars daily in Vernon through hotels and campgrounds.Officials say future traffic will rise further when roads are paved and the Lee Highway completed, bringing thousands in tourism revenue to the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado-Gull Highway
Vernon
Wells
Colorado Gulf Highway
Commercial College Considers Vernon Move
Taylor of Bowie Commercial College visited Vernon to confer with Chamber of Commerce leaders about relocating the college to Vernon. He selected a site here and is negotiating sale of scholarships to fund the move. The Bowie college has operated 25 years and serves about 60 students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
To. Taylor
Bowie Commerceial College
Vernon
Chamber of Commerce
Bowie
Tle
Bowie Commercial College
Home Economics Club Donates Park Playground Equipment
Vernon Home Economics club donates six sea-sans and six swings to Allingham Park. Equipment costs 220 dollars, funded by annual Chamber banquet proceeds and cookbook sales. Club plans to host a noted lecturer during Community Week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Home Economics Club of
Vernon
Allingham Park
Wind Rain Destroys Barns In Wilett NE County
A small twister storm hit the Wilett neighborhood in the northeast part of the county around 4 PM Wednesday. Hail damaged cotton crops and a barn owned by A Bonaz. another barn belonging to A T Patton was blown away. A cotton shower was also reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilett
A. ©. Bonaz
A. T. Patton
Roly Teskines Recovers From Accidental Rifle Wound
Roly Teskines of Talmadge is recovering from a wound in his foot after a 28 calibre rifle was accidentally discharged early this week. The bullet was removed and he is reported to be doing nicely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roly Teskines
Talmadge
Mr. Maskine
Olla PTA Meeting Set for July 26 at High School
The Olla union Parent-Teacher Association will hold a meeting in the High School building at 480 o'clock on Thursday afternoon July 26. Important business will be considered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollaunion Parent-Teacher Association
Stevenson Party Heads to Concho River Fishing Trip
R Stevenson Miss Lucy Stevenson and Frank Stevenson arrived from Chilli cothe yesterday en route to the Concho river for a fishing trip. They were joined by Mr and Mrs Ray White. The party plans to be away ten days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Stevenson
Lucy Stevenson
Frank Stevenson
Chillicothe
Concho River
Ray White
Vernon approves high school bond with unusual margin
Vernon’s 110 000 dollar high school bond issue passed by about 9 to 1 with 364 votes for and 400 against in a low turnout where only property owners could vote. Bonds sold at par with accrued interest and premium to total 115 000. Architect Guy A. Carlander from Amarillo has drafted initial plans for the building as officials plan construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy A. Carlander
Amarillo
King Tut Club
Vernon Concert Band
Highway Office Offers Summer Tourist Information
In Fort Worth the Colorado Gulf Highway Association opens a new service to aid summer travelers bound for Colorado and South Texas. The office handles inquiries and distributes printed material from towns along the routes. The aim is to boost traffic to secure faster road improvements and better highway development in Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Colorado Gulf Highway Association
Colorado
South Texas
Highway Association
Texas
Story Telling Hour in Allincham Park for Kiddies Today
Allincham Park hosts a supervised play and story telling hour this afternoon from 1 until 3 o'clock. Miss Faye Hogce tt will be in charge and all city children are invited. Various city clubs back the hours with supervision on given days. The park is praised as one of the prettiest and ideal for children's play. Stories run on Tuesdays and Fridays each week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allingham Park
Mies Faye Hogcett
Chareq
Pictrolium Prepares for Hot Summer Weather
The Pretorium Theatre improves cooling for summer with fight electric fans now operating and existing units in use. Rear partitions were removed to create open air flow throughout the building, ensuring better circulation during hot months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pretorium
Fight
Recovering From Operation Miss Gladys Schaub
Miss Gladys Schaub daughter of Mr and Mrs B M Schaub of Mack submitted to an operation for appendicitis Saturday and is reported to be going merrily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladys Schaub
B. M. Schaub
Mack
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Arkansas Territory
M. Fichites
Agen
Mr. Oates
Sev
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Arkansas
App. Webb
Nahers
PH. Phifer
Tanas
Wan Betten
Mad Polecat
P Allman Seriously
Hrides
Chamber OF Commerce AN
Chamber of Com
Merce
Rom. Fielder
The
Oklainton
Wilbarcer
Tion Way
Ss. F. Porterfield
J. Volt
Lane
Langseth
Varney
North Dikota
Windy City
Schmittong Theta
Denson
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Barras
King Tuts
Meeng
Sun Parlor
J. B. Prince Very
Ing
Witharger Federation
Wowan
County Brary
Mr. Wells
Mrs. Wells
Mrs
Curtis Vinson
Detlos
Colorado Springs
Commercial College
First Presbyterian Church
Wilbarger
Houston Streets
E. L. Moore
Ghureb
Elliott
Maskine
Highway Office
Allincham Park
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