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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1924
Page
3
Watered in the post office at Vernon Texas as second class mail matter under act of Congress March 3 1879 Subscribers desiring a change in address of their paper should provide old and new addresses for prompt attention Subscription rates are listed with a brief rate note.
A report cites concerns about violations of traditional policies in addressing the race question in the South. The discussion reflects tensions between established norms and calls for change in regional governance and social order.
Senator Wiran Johnson of California sees his presidential bid collapse after disappointing showings in multiple states including his home state. Once favored, he loses support as California rebels, undermining hopes for a third party option and ending his run with little applause.
A Texas publication argues against federalizing marriage and divorce regulation, warning it would erode state control over property rights and family law. It contends federal oversight could end interracial bans, separate schools, and race-based laws, urging Texans to resist uniformity. The piece critiques women's clubs supporting the amendment and cautions about unintended social outcomes.
A garbled editorial fragment rails at political stereotypes and thrift, noting a Texas Republican reaching ninety and criticizing intolerance. It laments self harm by executioners reversing the Golden Rule and hints at civic duties for teachers to teach thrift and civic info.
A long list of electoral notices names many candidates for county offices including district attorney county judge tax collector clerk assessor sheriff attorney treasurer district clerk superintendent public weigher and commissioners with some incumbents noted as reelect. Also lists for justice of the peace prec. No. 1 and other precinct candidates.
Washington May 19 1924 poster notes official science led by Yale’s Doctor Ellsworth Huntington endorsing Phinetary Weatherology. Forecaster predicts May and June weather, advises intensive farming, warns of wheat shortages, and urges readers to request free pamphlets from 82 P Street NW Washington DC.
Miss Ella Storey and Bomar M Wright married Thursday evening at the bride's brother F B Storey home in Dallas. Rev Harold Major officiated with music by Boude Storey and Nannie Sims. bride wore Chantilly lace over georgette with orange blossom coronet. The couple's families, including Mrs Cecil Storey and Mrs John A Storey, had returned to Dallas after attending.
The family of Finis Hov Cthins thanks neighbors for kindness and sympathy after the death of their beloved son. They appreciate floral offerings and support from MR. AND MRS. Rude HOV CTHINS and Family.
Mr. and Mrs. W. Smith and daughters Vera and Gladys and Miss Lilian Bigsers of Chillicothe and Mrs. Perry Griffiths of this city spent Sunday in Wichita Falls. See our six seven and eight foot reveosote posts. Long Bell Lumber SO-BtC 0.
Chicago expert Seeley and the potted fruss specialist will appear at the Kemp Hotel in Wichita on Sunday and Monday May 1. The Spermatte Shield claims to seal rupture instantly, avoid surgery or drugs, and work regardless of size or location. Do not use straps or web trusses. Seeley has government documents for inspection and offers demonstrations at no charge.
Miss Inez Storey and Master Enlis Scoggin Jr led the bridal party in orchid attire and a lily ring. Cecil Wright served as best man with groomsmen F B Storey and J J Storey. After reception and cake, the couple plan to reside at 4916 San Jacinto Street following a California trip. Out of town guests included C E Moseley Sulphur Oklahoma and Ruth Drumwright of Teagte.
Mrs J B Cook and her daughter Dorothy returned from Dallas Friday night to resume their residence in Vernon. They left Vernon about three months ago and had been living in Dallas.
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