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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1918
Page
4
Citizens weigh a $15,009 expenditure to upgrade Vernon High School for future use as a ward school. The joint committee from the city commission and school board examined feasibility, bonds, or warrants, urging patriotism and cooperation for education as vital to the community.
A Wilbarger County call to publish a guardianship notice highlights a 1918 Texas sentiment urging self sufficiency. The petition by J. J. Pepper seeks guardianship for minors Earl Pepper Clyde Pepper and Arch ie Ray McArthur Maud Helen and Mary McArthur with the next court term set for April 1 in Vernon. The declaration echoes fears and patriotism amid economic concerns.
Washington forecasts from March 7 to 11 show a broad disturbance crossing the continent with a warm rise through mid March and cooler periods thereafter. Rains expected on the Pacific slope and southern states with storms trailing warm waves. Farmers warned that 1918 wheat price proposals were rejected by President Wilson, described as a misguided scheme by speculators.
The article muses on how global conflict and looming shortages affect American women’s lives from hungry households to fashion choices. It notes debates over milady’s boots hairlines and gown styles while stressing that beauty remains central amid upheaval.
Vintage ad states no attachments needed for the Victor machine as they are complete and free from grind. Mentions Pendleton and Son in an advertising note with a February 15 reference.
Mrs. D. Bailey of Rockwall, sister of Ss. W. Bailey, returned to her home today.
Mrs G C Morris and Miss Ada Pierce left yesterday for Pauls Valley Oklahoma to attend the funeral of their uncle Will Williams T L Pierce received a telegram early Thursday stating his brother in law was dead He could not attend the funeral The Record extends sympathy to the bereaved relatives.
The Dry-Chicago federation announces a saloon question vote set for April 2 in Chicago. Mandamus proceedings seek to compel election commissioners to place the issue on the ballot if the dry petition is rejected for alleged fraudulent signatures.
Mrs Aline Ramsey of Dallas Texas credits Tanlac with curing longstanding stomach troubles rheumatism and nervous exhaustion after trying many medicines Her nephew in Georgia told her about Tanlac and two bottles restored her appetite sleep and health The Vernon Vernon Vernon Vernon Vernon listing notes local sellers Tanlac is sold in Vernon Harrold Odell and Oklainton by named merchants
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