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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1922
Page
4
A railroad employers and unions stand off over wage reductions issued by the United States Railway Labor Board. A nationwide coal strike looms, but a railroad walkout could paralyze industry.
Vernon and Port Worth mourn Capt S Burk Burnett a founder of cattle business and Fort Worth pioneer who helped transform the West Texas prairie into a thriving cattle and civilizational center. The longtime leader died after a prolonged illness leaving a heritage of frontier progress.
The Wichita Falls chamber plans an interstate fair in the oil metropolis this fall to attract crowds from Texas and neighboring states. Electra and Burkburnett pledge cooperation, giving Wichita Falls strong support for promoting Vernon county resources to attract thousands of industrious farmers.
An editor recalls an earlier ad about a night fishing school. He recounts two lawyers and a neighbor lady visiting Big Boys’ haunts, failing to catch fish as the boat was mysteriously anchored, and a stunt prompting visitors to leave.
Shabbona born Ottawa and adopted into the Pottawatomie rose to peace chief revered by whites for warning settlers during Black Hawk and aiding John Kinzie. He urged unity against duress, served as a scout for General Atkinson, and earned a pension with a final home on the Illinois river before dying July 17, 1859 in Morris, Illinois.
A frantic call from Mrs. Smith drives Grocer Jones to rush crackers and bacon to a requestor at the end of the street. The store bustles with late customers and a child asking for a lollypop as Jones debates the pressures of last minute shopping and shifting stock.
The speaker notes voter confusion with a Bryant candidate in the public weigher race. Emphasizes their own bid for Tax Assessor and identifies their name as G. Bryant while correcting misperceptions. Concludes with a call to record classified ads for results.
Reverend W T Rouse formerly pastor of the Baptist church here arrived yesterday from Snyder where he accepted a call to lead the church there. He is packing his household goods and will depart this week with his family for their new home.
The Belle of Vernon establishes a local headquarters inviting residents to welcome her. The message encourages inviting her to visit the pantry, noting a 13 9 cent context.
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