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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1921
Page
4
The Record notes a split over Sunday observance with some wanting to keep the day quiet and others viewing it as a broader social issue. It argues the Christian Sabbath underpins civilization and cautions against extreme positions while urging reform to engage more people with responsible Sunday activity. It mentions past doorways for Sunday commerce and calls for practical measures to curb pessimism and social ills.
The discussion weighs organizing a Farm Bureau to promote cooperative marketing. It argues cooperation will grow farmers confidence and credit, reducing reliance on speculative buyers and ensuring steadier returns. Citing California examples, it advocates solid cooperative marketing as foundational for cash-based farming.
The excerpt notes marketing crops before ripening could work in California and likely in Texas for cotton and alfalfa. It views the current situation as potentially blessing if it stabilizes the farming industry. It remarks on Mother's Day being timely but wishes it could last year round.
The article urges self reliance during economic strain and cites the Fed reducing its rediscount rate as a sign of improvement. It emphasizes mindset and effort, noting Americans will prevail if they pursue productive work with determination and community contribution.
The piece recalls a two year past coal shortage and urges immediate coal purchases. It notes most informed people recommend buying now to avoid winter shortages and guarantee warmth, even if today’s need is limited to tomorrow. The urge emphasizes nationwide familiarity with the slogan and the peace of mind from stocking coal.
Allingham farm twenty miles east of Vernon hosts a Walker Consolidated Petroleum Co drill at 1600 feet. Rotary rig used with exceptionally hard rock and no showings yet. Nearest other ops are Guyer Trisler two miles southeast. Ends with weekend visit of Altus family.
Two youths were taken into custody Friday by the sheriff's force on charges of stealing from various business establishments in town. They are expected to have a preliminary hearing today.
An advertisement offers farm loans in Wilbarger Foard Hardeman and neighboring western Texas counties. It promises long terms and low rates, claiming to be the best available.
City marshal Bratton warns that staking cows or horses in streets or sidewalks is illegal and owners will be prosecuted. Public reminder to keep livestock off sidewalks. Money to loan on improved farms offered by Davis and Summerour.
Nine chickens were confiscated as evidence. BR HL Ward, living several miles east of town, was arrested Monday morning by Sheriff Ish at the cotton compress on a charge of stealing. He failed to explain the source of the possessions and is held in the county jail.
Steve Marvel proprietor of the Liberty Cafe stayed with two wrestlers in Electra last Thursday night and earned a large forfeit. In Saturday night matches the local grappler pinned both challengers, with Circus wrestlers weighing 175 and 210 pounds respectively.
Puckett Bros. Grocery Store on North Main Street began relocating to a new building yesterday located one door south. They expect to open for business by next Monday morning in a brighter, paneled concrete-floor space with a large main room and new shelving along the north wall.
A girl was born Saturday May 7 to Mr and Mrs Abe Morgan at the Waggoner Ranch. The Clifton Studio advertises their photo work with the caption See it on the screen Both slows. 29 4te
J M Rogers B A Williams Olen Turner and Rupert Sewell traveled by car to Weatherford for the State Fireman's Association meeting to be held Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday this week. They plan to return to Vernon Friday. A market will be held Saturday by the Primary Department of the Baptist Sunday School at Massie Wrights Grocery Store. Davis and Summerour advertise farm loans.
The Gailey Hotel buys a new truck and adds trunk and baggage call and delivery to all Vernon areas day or night. For messenger or baggage service at all times call 274. lip.
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