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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1921
Page
11
A Vernon meeting in the district court room drew about forty men as thirty five signified intent to join a new militia company. Captain Clyde Watts to forward officership recommendations. company to reach peace strength of sixty five and drill weekly for pay. Next gathering set for tonight at 8.00.
The Vocal Opera House will open Monday May 16 with major interior renovations including a new gold screen and improved pipe organ settings for films. New first row productions will grace the picture machine and a vocal solo by Mildred Young and a violin obligate by Mrs. Roy McConibe headline the Monday program under the management of 4. Me Bride at the Vernon Opera House.
Young women of the Presbyterian Church met at Mrs. A. B. Swartwood’s home and formed a guild to promote religious welfare. Officers elected include Mrs. R. Filiett president and Miss Frances Hicks treasurer. about twenty five members enrolled as charter. Two patrons will be elected later. meetings set for twice monthly.
Judge B. W. Bradburn once a leading Vernon attorney died last Monday at his Bowling Green home Kentucky He was part of Bradburn Bashem and Wall and practiced in Vernon for years before moving over twenty years ago to Kentucky Mr Harrington arrived from Greenville to visit with her husband and is superintendent of the local Kell Mill.
An attractive frame bungalow on N Stephens Street between West Texas and West Wilbarger was consumed by flames from an ell stove in the kitchen. The house burned completely, furniture was lost, and loss is about 6500 with two thirds insured. Mrs Ivy called neighbors and firemen. Mr Tyr was away at the cotton compress recovering from a broken leg.
The Methodist Church of Vernon Texas notes the death of sister and co-worker Mrs PB AL Sour lock. The society expresses sincere love and appreciation for her life of service, noting her faith through years of illness and her devotion to church and community. Sympathy extended to those who ministered to her, with a hopeful note of reunion.
An odd fishing yarn from Vernon area explains a quirky technique used by Ernest Baker and companions on the Wichita River. The piece mocks exaggerated methods, noting the group’s unusual approach and the camaraderie after a day on the water.
On a recent trip Mr. Baker landed a fifty pound yellow car that nearly dragged him into deep water. A party member helped recover the prize as he mastered the grip on the fish’s thorax.
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