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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1924
Page
4
The Vernion Record announces it issues on Tuesdays and Fridays. H. Nichols serves as Editor and Manager, with the paper entered at the Vernon Texas post office as second-class mail matter under the act of Congress dated March 8, 1878.
Advertising rates listed for classified ads at 12 cents per word for the first insertion and 8 cents per word for three insertions with a minimum charge. Local reading notices priced at 2e per word for the first insertion and 1c per word for two insertions, obituaries at le per word, poetry at 2e per word. Include cash with mailing notices. Display advertising priced per column inch at 45e.
The Record invites readers to report any erroneous reflection on the reputation of any firm or corporation in its columns and promises timely correction upon the editor's attention. The policy underscores the newspaper’s commitment to accurate reporting and fair treatment of all entities mentioned.
Former Texas exes at the March 2 independence day gatherings highlight the University of Texas need for better funding and facilities. The piece laments frequent beggar- like appeals to the Legislature and urges public sentiment to support a firmer, more independent university. It stresses Texas leadership, resources, and the value of educated citizens in advancing state education.
Multiple sources raise Daniel as a strong Democratic nominee for president. They note his tenure as Secretary of the Navy under Wilson, including possible opportunities to lease naval oil reserves, sparking discussion about his suitability and past actions.
The piece argues Daniels showed public service integrity as Navy Secretary during war and faced Senate scrutiny over leases and stock interests. It notes his honesty and local editor background in Raleigh but questions whether that suffices for national leadership. It suggests some editors, including Texas peers, could be contenders if honesty is the sole test.
If you are paying more than five and a half percent interest on your farm loan you are paying too much. Vernon National Farm Loan Association. W. O. Stokes, Secretary, 17-sic.
Haley Fiske reports at Metropolitan Life convention that intensive nursing care across 1923 supported 100000 maternity cases among policy holders. Monthly prenatal visits and postnatal care aim to reduce childbirth deaths from eight to near five per thousand in New York City and nationwide. Nursing education emphasizes doctor coordination and infant health.
Rebekah Lodge hosts Chillicothe lodge at Odd Fellow hall. Mrs R F Martin hosts Saturday bridge club tomorrow afternoon. Western Star chapter meets Monday at Masonic Hall. Bon Wear club gathers this afternoon with Mrs L C Hooper. Home Economies club entertains Home Science club at Mrs W A Luggins on Monday.
A local church at Crowell will hold a Christian Science lecture with few attendees and no service this Sunday, as most of the congregation will be at the lecture.
The Presbyterian Casid will meet Monday afternoon with Mrs. W. B. McCaleb at an undetermined time and location as part of regular church activities.
Mrs Roy Abbott of Cumberland street hosted Avalon club Tuesday afternoon. Three tables played bridge as guests joined Mesciamies J G Sherman H R Rogers V Wing J T Glover S A White Iver Carney Foster Edinison R S McConhe M J Moore and Misses Robbie Lily Castlebury and Minnie King for a two course lunch.
The two gates played by the High School and American Legion teams last week gave each team $15.08 after expenses. The money funds athletic equipment purchases. A loan advertises farm lands in Wilbarger County at 5 12 percent interest for 35 years, via Vernon National Farm Loan Association with W. N. Stokes as secretary.
Mr and Mrs C P Hamilton of Sherwood were in Vernon on business. J T Waggoner and family left for Dimmont to settle on a farm. Dr and Mrs A S Doss of Qamesea visit her father S E Swim and family. R L T Dooley and daughter Willie of Odell were in Vernon. Lots of good bean batteries at Loves Battery Shop.
A 1920s ad touts Studebaker as a leader in high grade cars with $90 million assets and $50 million in modern plants. It cites 145,167 buyers spending $201 million, 25,000 workers, 32 million added value in five years, 1,200 inspectors and 30,000 material inspections per car. The appeal emphasizes quality, durability, old to new prestige, and invites comparison with rivals.
Studebaker reports 145,167 buyers last year paid 201,600,000 dollars for its cars. Demand has nearly tripled in three years while plants and equipment total 50,000,000 dollars. The firm claims maximum value at minimum cost and urges buyers to compare before purchasing in this class.
An old price sheet lists 5 pass and 7 pass touring cars with wheelbase and horsepower variations. Prices range from 1025.00 for a base touring model to 2495.09 for a 5 pass coupe. Includes roadster coupe and sedan options across several wheelbase options.
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