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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1924
Page
4
Intered in the post office at Vernon. Editor and Manager R B H Nichols. Notices about address changes and new subscriptions. Advertising rates listed for classified, display, obituaries, poetry, and local notices.
The Interstate Commerce Commission approved Gulf Coast Railways purchase of the I G N. The International had deteriorated financially, harming service and rolling stock, while Gulf Coast was well managed and profitable. The merger aims to restore value, improve traffic and service, and benefit Texas communities dependent on rail transport.
The Republican nominating contest at Cleveland yielded Coolidge on the first ballot as expected while Johsen Ta Follette fell short. Dawes emerged as a late vice presidential pick with Dawes and Lowden in the mix, Praewe shown as a steady candidate, and the administration faces a new plan aimed at saving the presidency amid political turmoil.
The fragment discusses Republicans and northerners facing a tough race with Democrats, noting Cawdor to admit Democrats face a hard path. It predicts if Republicans succeed in November they could surpass Coolidge and Dance in nominations, with implications for national outcomes and best four votes.
An editorial ramble mocks Republicans and Dawes era politics. It tools through youth philosophy, tobacco rebukes, and disdain for misstatements, while noting tensions over gubernatorial pay and university presidency salaries. The piece argues politicians underpay for leadership compared with top university roles.
Phebe K. Warner notes general desire for rest and escape from duties. The piece muses on vacation as a needed relief from work and government pressures, with reference to wildlife and natural settings as a haven away from crowds and obligations. The author urges calmer living and fewer demands on people.
A Burkburnett letter urges Texans to vacation within Texas exploring Northwest and mountain regions from the Dallas to Abilene corridor. It promotes scenic drives, state parks, and towns like Abilene San Angelo Fort Stockton and Marfa. The piece highlights Texas pride, the Davis Mountains Alpine area and the value of tourism for state parks and local economies. It frames travel as a civic duty to strengthen state identity and infrastructure.
Mrs J A Carney and relatives attended a Memphis reunion and visited kin nearby. Hi M Schaub and family were here on Oneiness Saturday. Dressmaking services offered by Mrs B Rutledge. Notice to automobiles Vernon Texas warns violators will be punished under City Ordinances No 374 for improper parking near corners. Marshall Jim Bomar notes 14 feet from intersections.
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