Vernon Post Office Notice from 1918
Vernon Texas post office imprint indicates second class mail matter under Congress act and marks date July 23 1918 with location Vernon Texas and posting details.
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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1918
Page
4
Vernon Texas post office imprint indicates second class mail matter under Congress act and marks date July 23 1918 with location Vernon Texas and posting details.
The piece argues James E. Ferguson may be disloyal amid World War I pressure, citing Joseph Keller and the German-American Alliance. It alleges Ferguson pushed for L M Keasby’s UT presidency, claims Keasby’s German ties, and accuses Ferguson of sowing discord to win Texas governorship.
The piece urges united effort by individuals across nations to win the war, stressing that each American must economize, increase production, and support the government. It highlights Wilbarger County’s pride in EB Hicks achieving the highest open market price for hogs last week, reflecting reward for efficiency and incentive to raise high quality hogs.
Clais L. Greene and W. N. Stokes argue that high value lands used for intensive stock farming profit more than cotton or grain. The piece notes hog production as a patriotic, productive path that would enrich farmers and banks in Wilbarger County.
The Comanche Vanguard credits peanuts with sustaining county incomes during droughts, noting peanut crops in Parker and Wise counties rival cotton returns in good seasons. Vines provide forage quality, boosting livestock farming viability, and Wilbarger county farmers are predicted to move toward intensive livestock operations.
Huggins Studio opens for 1918 19 terms on Monday September 2 with Mrs W H Huggins directing. Miss Theresa Smith re elected to assist in piano and harmony. the studio will keep high standards despite war. The Weber Grand recital hall is now equipped. information at 426 West Paradise or 226 Ady.
The Japanese ambassador at Fairhaven reassures Americans of Japan's loyalty to the allied cause. He condemns German propaganda and warns against efforts to drive a wedge between Japan and the United States while affirming Japan's willingness to stand with the Entente in the war.
In Miami County Kansas business and professional leaders urge farmers to see wheat as government property held in trust for the public good. They argue individual owners must not divert crops or money to non essentials but support wartime needs and conserve resources for the Allies.
The Texas campaign features former governor Ferguson seeking reinstatement and his successor Hobby pursuing election. Ferguson accuses state leaders of hostility to higher education while Hobby faces attacks over a tennis court used as a cow pasture. The Galveston-Dallas News calls Ferguson’s candidacy a test of Texas voters' intelligence and morals.
A Kansas City Star reflection notes wartime strain reveals property is trusteeship, a truth once argued by idealists but now widely understood as society bears the duty to preserve and manage assets during conflict.
A historical critique argues that the head of a household bears responsibility for kitchen honesty. After a restaurant owner was fined for overuse of flour, the piece urges women to learn kitchen practices, insisting national welfare hinges on vigilant home leadership and conscientious use of food.
Ad offers a four room bungalow on Cumberland Street with interest in trading for a small farm. Buyer seeks no large debts and may accept a Ford car plus cash difference. Contact 47 St Adv. W. M. Huff.
Mrs Lela Albright and her Chicago sister, visiting relatives near Mineral Wells, left Wednesday night after a short visit in Fort Worth en route to their destination.
Mrs. G. W Pendell of Wichita Falls Texas reports severe back pains swollen feet and blurred vision from kidney trouble. Three boxes of Doan’s Kidney Pills cured her symptoms and she recommends the remedy priced at 60 cents at all dealers. Fester-Milburn Co manufacturers.
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