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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1921
Page
12
The Record notes division over replacing Sabbath salutations with secular terms and cites ongoing tensions between church and state on Sunday observance. It urges careful, nonradical action and broader church efforts to engage the public in wholesome Sabbath practices. A tangential remark imagines a cure for pessimists as a metaphor for societal relief from mental and physical ailments.
The article argues a Warm Bureau effort will show if Wilbarger farmers will cooperate in cooperative marketing. It asserts cooperation offers stable returns, protects producers from speculators, and supports credit access and cash sales. The piece cites California experience as evidence for cooperative marketing.
The piece notes that marketing crops before maturity harms prices and suggests a California style plan could work for Texas cotton and alfalfa. It argues a stabilized market would bless the industry and mentions Mother's Day as ephemeral, wishing a lasting annual observance.
The piece argues that with Fed rate cuts and improving business, individuals must adopt a strong mental attitude and active effort. It urges people to meet community needs with vigor, saying those who work honestly to contribute will find support to stay stable and prosper.
The article urges readers to stockpile coal this year despite not needing it today noting shortages during past winters. It highlights a nationwide slogan Be called Low or be cold next winter and promises savings and peace of mind from having fuel secured ahead of cold weather. Nine chickens were confiscated and Rh H Ward was arrested by the sheriff on a charge of stealing and held in the county jail after failing to explain possession sources.
Steve Mersel proprietor of the Liberty Date staged a circus event at Electra last Thursday night and secured a forfeit for his feat. In another bout Saturday night the grappler pinned each challenger. The Circus wrestlers weighed 175 and 210 pounds respectively.
Lingham drillers report hard rock while drilling the Allingham well twenty miles east of Vernon. The well is down 1600 feet with no showings so far. Walker Consolidated Petroleum Co. drills the leasehold from Mr. Allingham using a rotary rig. Nearest operations are the Guyer Trisler hole two miles southeast.
Two youths were taken into custody Friday by the sheriff on charges of stealing from various business establishments in town. They likely face a preliminary hearing today. Money, Money, Money offers loans on farms in Wilbarger, Hardeman and other Western Texts counties at long terms and low rates. 10L-tfe T. P. LISMAN, & SON.
A public notice warns residents that staking horses or cows on the street blocks sidewalks and crossings. Violators will be seized and owners prosecuted. City Marshal R. Th. Bratton signs the warning. Davis & Summereur advertise farm loans.
Puckett Bros. Grocery at North Main Street began moving into its new location one door south yesterday. The owners expect to open by next Monday morning. The new quarters are described as attractive with a concrete floor bright lighting and a full set of shelves on the north wall.
A girl was born Saturday May 7 to Mr. and Mrs. Abe Morgan on the Waggener Ranch.
Public attention centers on two shows at Clifton Studio with emphasis on the new visual display. No further details are provided in the fragment.
M Rogers B A Williams Olen Turner and Rupert Sewell drove to Weatherford to attend the State Fireman's Association meeting slated for Tuesday to Thursday this week. They plan to return to Vernon Friday. Davis Summerour advertise farm loans. Mr and Mrs A Allison returned from Hillsboro after Mrs Allison's mother died. Baptist Sunday School Primary Department to hold a market Saturday at Maassie Wright's. Lutz Schmoker Tire ads promote Troubleplos tires promising end to tire troubles. Bailey Hotel buys a new truck and offers baggage transport and city trunk delivery service around the clock at 274.
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