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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1921
Page
1
County agent reports cut worm invading parts of the county with samples sent to A and M College and the San Antonio Bureau of Entomology. Experts expect identification after adults hatch. fifteen of about twenty acres near Fargo damaged. Farmers urged to report sightings. A home formula to combat the corn ear worm is given using bran Paris green syrup and lemons.
Reverend H B Stubbs departs Frederick Oklahoma to become pastor of a Tulare California church after serving Central Christian Vernon. His farewell sermon drew a packed First Christian Church with remarks by Pastor B J Kimber and Chamber of Commerce Secretary E J McBride praising his community impact. He and Mrs Stubbs left Frederick Monday by touring automobile bound for the Pacific coast.
Marriage licenses were issued March 11 to Clarence Mathis and Mrs. Belle Bryan, March 12 to Hove Carbell and Miss Janie Greene, March 12 to Oran Nicholson of Wichita Falls and Miss Beaulah Cooper of Roswell New Mexico, March 12 to Ray McClendon and Miss Edna Martin, March 14 to H D Hale and Miss Lola Ragan, and March 15 to Billie Brandon and Emma Chastain.
The event offers a five gallon churn as first prize for the best butter sample submitted to J Lynn V Thomas of Texas A and M. The contest, to be held next Saturday March 10, will be hosted by home demonstration agents in the library basement. Mr. Thomas will judge and demonstrate butter grading methods at 2:50 PM after samples are turned in by 2:00 PM.
A subscription school to replace the burned Odell institution began March 7 and will run three months. The Primitive Baptist church hosts two teachers Miss Eien Hix and Miss Fay Dooley, with about fifty pupils. No public school was arranged by trustees after the fire, and many Odell students now attend Vernon schools. Previously 180 students were enrolled. tuition is three dollars per month per pupil.
John Storey county attorney vows severe action against petty thefts with offenders sent to county road work. Charley Moseley pled guilty to stealing cigars and received 60 days jail and 25 dollars plus costs, to be served by road labor. Fred Johnson was fined 75 dollars for aggravated assault on Fred Collins. both men and similar offenders will perform highway maintenance.
A Sunday night fire 12 miles southwest of Vernon destroyed Will Karcher’s barn with seven acres of feed and ten bales of cotton seed. The owner heard a popping sound before flames enveloped the building. the origin remains undetermined, possibly due to rats. All barnels were lost.
Representative Lucian W. Parrish writes the Vernon Chamber of Commerce signaling an upcoming trip to the city before returning to Washington. The Chamber requests a specific date to arrange a meeting with the congressman.
Vernon High School prepares to host Chillicothe in opening game Friday at the fair grounds. Coach A V Winston notes strong practice and expects a solid season with players like Baird Ditchem Cabe and Curtis showing leadership in infield and catching roles. The schedule lists games against Chillicothe Paducah Town Park Iowa D Park Wichita Falls Vernon and open date April 30 for Childress.
The Southwestern Division manager James L. Fieser states the Red Cross will not officially take positions on federal state or local vending legislation. The policy reflects its quasi government role and ties to the armed forces, and its representation of a cross section of Americans. Individual officers may act in their personal capacity.
Many residents inquire at the local farm loan association since the bank's constitutionality ruling. No new loans have been made as new application blanks have not yet been received. these are expected soon.
Thousands crowded Wichita Falls streets for the automobile parade and live models exhibits. Visitors from Vernon and nearby towns joined the event with decorated cars, varied fashions, and storefront displays drawing large crowds and police assistance.
The Eliott Home Demonstration Chair met with Mrs Frank Henderson on March 14 to discuss laundry and stain removal. Members present included Mrs Joe Boaz and Mrs Maud Cox and many others. The next meeting with Mrs Maude Yearby is set for March 28 to discuss fancy work.
Vernon baseball fans push to organize community teams from firms Sunday schools and others to form a twilight league after hours in summer. Tom Lisman notes semipro interest and talent exists but no definite plans yet.
J C Clement of Plymouth Texas urges farmers to reduce cotton plantings by 50 to 60 percent this year and shift to other crops. He says extending the present trend risks ruin for cotton farmers and that banks landlords and business leaders should join in the cut. Clement notes forty years of farming and a history of large cotton crops but sees the situation dark. He reports cutting his own crop by about 60 percent and plans to plant grain.
Fred Collins, identified as a negro, was fined $20.10 in justice of the peace court on Monday for gaming with cards. Unable to pay, he was sentenced to forty days on the roads.
Work began along a two and six tenths mile section east of Verney to prepare the road for paving. Paving contractor Alor McCollam said concrete pouring must start by Monday or he would be disappointed. The project will delay reopening until about July 4 after a required thirty day curing period.
Rev d Wo Hamt of First Methodist Church urged Christian education to counter German and Bolshevist influences. He highlighted West Texas decline, saloon era history, and called for a great college for the region, noting 95 percent American population and low army rejection for physical disabilities. Rev J W Hunt previously preached in Vernon.
A concrete pool and fountain were built in the parking area in front of More's filling station on W Wibarger Street. The pool edge is attractively wet with decorative sea shells, and three flower beds have been added as well.
Hayne returned to Vers non Thursday after conducting dove revival meetings at Harrold. The evangelistic efforts were successful according to the minister and several new members were brought into the church.
Hail in the Vernon Randay vicinity caused no damage to crops or property. The lack of hail is described as preventing broader destruction and preserving budding crops from harm.
A newborn child arrived on March 7 in a family listing from Farme. The infant joins the Prentice household as the latest member.
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