Readiness For Doans Picnic Near Zero Hour
Preparations are under way for the 41st annual Doans May picnic on the Kea River tomorrow. Stands rise under elms, pump cleaned, band stand set for Vernon Concert Band. Concessions, ice cream and red soda sold, games arranged, women cooking, new dresses pressed, men in formal wear. A large crowd expected, old friends reunite, and memories of past picnics linger as night brings cleanup and quiet until next year.
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Kea River
Vernon
Janother
Eastern Star Members Attend Wichita Falls School of Instruction
Several members of the local Eastern Star chapter will attend the school of instruction at Wichita Falls Mayland. Mrs. Bernie Blanton, past matron, is chosen to help confer degrees. The Worthy Grand Matron and several grand officers will attend. The meeting was held there last year.
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The
Eastern Star
School of Instruction
Wichita Falls
May Land
Bernice Blanton
Starr Returns From Fort Worth Business Trip
HW and Starr concluded a business trip to Fort Worth with plans to pursue future opportunities. Both parties emphasized progress made and potential partnerships for their ventures.
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HW. &. Starr
Fort Worth
History of Mutual Insurance Concern Shows Good Gain
The Record outlines the Verpon Mutual Life and Accident Association founded in August 1922 to provide mutual life, disability and endowment cover at cost. By early 1923 it paid several claims with a growing membership of 317 to 572, guided by cautious management to avoid risky entrants. Delegates note steady growth and strong local support in Vernon and Wilbarger counties.
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Verpon Mutual Life and Accident Association
Chises
Joly
Vernon and Wilbarger County
Association
Strengthen Eyes With Simple Camphor Wash
A brief note claims Lavoptik eye wash mixed with camphor and witch hazel strengthens eyes for reading and work. A small bottle shows results. Sold by Ferguson Drug Store, aluminum eye cup free.
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Fergeson Lirug
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Chamberlain
Eastern Stars
Pacific Mutual
California
Great Southern Life of
Texas
Dewey Wilson
Chis
John Corwin Igou
Maurine Igou
Whlectra
F. Dean
John Lee McCrary
Altus, Okla
A. M. Bourland
S. C. Hogsett
Hubbard Colley
Cy Long I. S. Sewell
F. M. Taylor
Vernon, Texas
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