City Election for Commissioner Place No 2
Voters head to the polls for City Commissioner Place No 2 as incumbent J W Leak challenges B E Owen in a local race. Municipal election details outline candidate names and polling days.
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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1922
Page
4
Fire protection for Vernon to cost about $200
The author argues for modern fire protection upgrades in Vernon to cover thousands of dollars in buildings and lives. Proposals tied to Oral Methods aim to reduce risk and improve extinguishing capabilities during the coming year at a modest cost.
Local Fire Fighters Benefit From State Convention
The local organization sends a representative to the state convention each year with a delegate at large from Vernon. Improvements in fire department work are shown with new equipment and methods. The loot department holds 800 for sending representatives to Reownwood, while a little over 100 more may come from public subscriptions to cover insurance. The piece argues the provided insurance is worth the premium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon
South Carolina
Wisconsin
Minnesota
U.S
Vernon women campaign to boost city appeal for housing
Federation members seek help from property owners to make Vernon a healthier, more attractive place to live and entice visitors to build homes. Some respond with enthusiasm while others show apathy. The volunteers push for public morale and urge owners to contribute to the spring beautification effort by tending the exterior to match the inviting inside.
Wilbarger County Purebred Livestock Association Proposed
Local enthusiasts advocate forming a Wilbarger County Purebred Livestock Association to boost prosperity. A cooperative marketing plan and higher grade cattle hogs and chickens could bring substantial wealth to breeders and the community, citing Texas counties with such groups as successful examples.
Marshall Legion Resolutions Change Ex Service Terminology
The Marshall post of the American Legion adopts resolutions to drop the prefix ex from ex service men, stating they are still in the service of their country and will put country before party or fraternal obligations. Brave Marshall service men are praised for their sacrifice and loyalty.
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Marshall Post
The
American Legion
Patriotism as duty in a war weary era
A reprinted expression urges every Sha llar organization in the State to inspire with patriotic impulses. It warns that wartime zeal has faded and urges renewed allegiance to the American flag. The saying we are in the service of our country offers concise food for thought to readers.
Presh Views on Problem by Miss Russell
Washington reports Miss Cillian Russell argues for drastic immigration law changes. She urges a five year immigration ban and a twenty one year residency before voting, plus on site talks with newcomers to direct them to suitable communities. She cites Europe as a risky source of new arrivals and calls for prioritizing constructive labor and farm workers over urban migrants.
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Washington
Capital News Service
Cillian Russell
Miss Russell
America
Europe
Lower East Side
Signers in Our Ventilation Debate on Quota Law
Debaters call the quota law efficient, while opponents argue it is a purely quantitative restriction. They contend that the 300,000 pt annual limit admitted under the current law largely admits the wrong kind.
Will Entertain Club Hosts Bridge Players Saturday
Mrs. Luther Webb will entertain Saturday at her West Paradise Street home for members of the Tuesday Bridge Club also known as the 1921 Club. A salad course will be served.
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Luther Webb
West Paradise Street
Tuesday Bridge Club
Bridge Club Hostess Recalls South Main Neighborly Tea
Mrs Emory Rhoads hosted the Thursday Bridge Club at her South Main Street home. Guests included Mesdames F F M Skemp Harry Mason Arthur Vernon O N McCurdy W Henry Rogers and Miss Juanita Watson Dora Flack. High scores went to Mrs Myatt Napier among members and Mrs O O McCardy among guests. A salad course followed the play.
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Emory Rhoads
South Main Street
Mesdames FF
Mrs Dee Norwood Hosts Monday Bridge Club
Mrs Dee Norwood was hostess this week at her home on South Nabers Street for the Monday Bridge Club gathering with members enjoying cards and conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dee Norwood
South Nabers Street
Attendees Shown at Luncheon With Pink Decor and Prizes
Guests included Mesdsines trea Thompson Tom Summerout R N Hall Cy Long and Miss Venita Denny. Esther Swartwood won high score and Mary Anderson low among members, while guest Mrs Fred Thompson had top score. Pink color scheme carried through decorations and place cards. A four course luncheon was served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shong lInb
Mesdsinestrea Thompson
Tom Summerout
R. N. Hall
Cy Long
Venita Denny
Esther Swartwood
Mary Anderson
Fred Thompson
Niemeyer Family Thank Vernon Friends for Support
We express sincere thanks for loyalty friendship and love shown by Vernon citizens during our father and husband J Hi Niemeyer illness and death. MRS J W Niemeyer and family appreciate these acts.
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Vernon
J. Hi. Niemeyer
J. WH Niemeyer
Photo Special: April Bargains on Mounted 4X6 Sepia Pictures
Photo advertises April specials offering 12 mounted 4X6 sepia photos for $5.50 and one SX10 tinted mounted. Contact 176 for details. Also notes the birth of a baby girl named Virginia on Thursday March 80 to Mr. and Mrs. A J Winston. Classified ads promise results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Winstom
Virginia
Basalt Molds Propel Diverse Industrial Uses
Melled basalt is shaped for broad roles including tire production, electrical insulators, building blocks and household utensils, reflecting its versatility across industries.
Pittsburgh Drops Third Degree Confession Tactics
The superintendent of police in Pittsburgh ordered the discontinuation of the third degree method for obtaining confessions. The move signals a reform in interrogation practices and aligns with broader police policy changes announced by city authorities.
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