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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1918
Page
4
Semi weekly issued Tuesdays and Fridays. Entered in Vernon Texas post office as second class mail matter under act of Congress March 3 1879. Subscribers changing address should provide old and new addresses for prompt delivery.
The piece argues Texas farmers should limit cotton acreage as 30 cent cotton buys less feed and food than 12 cent cotton did in 1913. It warns high prices tempt bumper crops but threaten livestock feed, human food, and national wartime food supplies for allies. It portrays producing food as patriotic and essential to win the war.
The piece notes that Texas may grant women the ballot amid wartime, an outcome even opponents concede. It argues war sharpens truth and could push female suffrage and nationwide prohibition to reality, comparing to England and potential moves in Germany and Austria-Hungary as context. The broad claim is that war accelerates civil reforms.
The Wilbarger county effort pushes a $331,000 sale of Thrift and War Savings Stamps urging vigorous prosecution. Officials hail these government securities as highly attractive investments they can cash at any time with accrued interest.
The article argues people prefer keeping $50 to several hundred dollars in bank for emergencies rather than investing small savings in Liberty Bonds. It notes war savings mature in 1923 and that a $4.14 investment becomes $5 after five years, emphasizing liquidity and safety for limited means.
The Culture Club meets with Mrs. Phillips near the High school at 3 PM Tuesday March 26 for a Texas history quiz. Members should bring a Texas History copy. Questions cover Texas Empire State, government changes, Louisiana Purchase impact, boundary issues, key dates, resources, State institutions, laws related to women, current political status, and wartime efforts.
W. W. Gilbert of Vernon announces his candidacy for county tax collector subject to the Democratic primary. A longtime county resident about thirty years, he has worked in business and grocery ventures and is described as an experienced accountant ready to devote his best efforts to the office. He seeks fair consideration of his claims and appreciates voter support.
After March 24 in Ady the White Garage will sell gas and oil for cash only and asks customers not to request charging. The notice emphasizes cash transactions.
W Havens of Harrold runs in the Democratic primary for County Commissioner Precinct 4. He pledges red improvements and economical county administration and invites scrutiny of his record as deputy sheriff and constable. He asks for voter support.
An OCR snippet shows ads for poultry food labeled 1te and a drug company T. M. Fergeson Drug Co. with an 18-2te line, plus a note about not charging at The White Garage. The readable text mixes product promos and business mentions without a coherent narrative.
An ad touts Boschee's German Syrup for coughs bronchitis and lung troubles claiming fifty one years of nationwide use. It promises a good night's rest free of coughing easier morning expectoration and gradual recovery with 50 and 90 cent bottles sold by T M Fergeson on Tuesday June 1.
The county board of examiners will hold examinations for state and county teachers certificates at Veron on the first Friday and Saturday in April. The chairman notes growing demand for teachers and urges prospective teachers to prepare for exams on April 5 and 3.
Yard sale notice offers two cars of wood at SS per ton cut in blocks. Sale is to close out for the season, with emphasis on low prices and limited supply at the yard.
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