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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record announces publication Tuesday and Friday with R H Nichols as editor and manager. It lists subscription rates at two dollars per year and advertising rates for classified notices and local readings, including obituary and poetry charges, plus display promotion at fifty cents per column inch.
Public notice states that any erroneous reflection on the reputation of individuals firms or corporations in The Record will be corrected when brought to the editor's attention. The notice emphasizes accountability and correction procedures for published material.
President Coolidge declares firm opposition to the soldier bonus in a veto message. He points to tax cuts and rising public debt as incompatible goals and urges a debate grounded in whether the nation owes such a debt and if it can be paid without harming finances. The piece notes the need for clear reasons to counter his veto.
The piece notes that Texas Democratic nomination matters are settled while attacks on Senator Underwood over prohibition persist. It mentions praise for President Wilson, who vetoed the Volstead act and favored light wines and beer, and ties Underwood’s stance to Wilson’s. The historical reflection considers party roles and veto history.
The piece argues that praising Wilson as the greatest statesman while denouncing Senator Underwood for sharing President's liquor views reveals inconsistency. It notes Republicans appear drier than Democrats on national prohibition and urges caution to avoid ridicule when discussing prohibition.
Governor Neff shows sound judgment in declining the University of Texas presidency amid concerns over political influence. The piece cautions that electing a governor by appointees risks public perception of politics shaping the chair, and urges the university to avoid embarrassment or hampering its usefulness to Texans.
A member of the present faculty could not be chosen for president due to party affiliation, as regents believe politics hold great sway in the selection process.
The item blends social chatter and political chatter in Vernon with mentions of Governor Neff, Henry Ford, party shifts, and local residents. It notes Mrs Pryor of Childress visiting, Mr Pryor and Mrs McDowell, and several Vernon area residents on business or visiting relatives.
A list of political announcements for the 46th Judicial District outlining candidates for District Attorney, County Judge, Tax Collector, County Clerk, Tax Assessor, Sheriff, County Attorney, Treasurer, District Clerk, County Superintendent, Public Weigher, and Commissioners. The notices include re‑election reminders and names such as JOAN A. STOREY, T WARLICK I, MRS C M BLAIR, J W BROCK, FRED NEWTH, D MCURDY, MRS JOHN W BUSTER, THOS RE PIERCE, L A HOLLAR, M L WALKER, and several others across precincts and offices.
W J Mabry of Dallas is in Vernon on business. W B Hall of Dallas was in Vernon yesterday. Farl Key Arthur Carney John Truelove J L Latham and Lonnie N Perkins spent Sunday in Childress. L D Fritz of Wichita Falls was in Vernon Sunday. Miss Mable Davis of Pampa visits her uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs J A Gilliland this week. J M Underwood leaves for Dallas to attend the state convention of Undertakers and Embalmers.
Large stock of reasonably priced refrigerators both new and second hand offered by Lisenoce Furniture Company. Includes discounted pricing and flexible options. Contact for details and availability.
O. L. Rector, T4, died yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home twelve miles south of Vernon after a year of illness. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 4 30 o'clock at Fast View Cemetery. He is survived by his widow and several children.
The Shive Parent Teachers Association will hold its last meeting of the school year Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock in the school building A miscellaneous program will be presented by participants and will close the year’s activities.
G. W. Davenport, recently returned from Littlefield Lauri j county, reports South Plains crops in good condition and a prosperous outlook. He plans to move to Lamb County this fall.
Rev. J. W. Quer of Mack filled his regular Brown sermon. Mr. and Mrs. S. M. James visited their son N. A. James and wife. Mrs. W. C. Winslett and daughter Bessie visited Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Hammons. electra visitors A. J. Likely and wife called on relatives. John Likely family visited Monday. Freda and Ermal Gelhausen of Vernon visited Helen and Dora Frank Sunday. Lars Whatley Rev J W Oller and wife of Mack visited Joe Bowers and Mrs. S. M. James. Saturday Mas. Richard Lakens and family hosted J Wheeler family from Union.
Electrical work can save money on your house wiring project or other electrical tasks by improving efficiency, reducing waste, and lowering ongoing energy use through updated components and proper system design. This brief notes potential budgeting benefits for homeowners.
Fr Al Seeley of Chicago and Philadelphia, a noted rupture specialist, will be at the Keno Hotel in Wichita for Sunday and Monday only, May 1 and 2. He promotes the Spermatic Shield as a non surgical rupture remedy, claims rapid opening contraction and international award receipts, warns against unsafe web and under strap devices, and says demonstrations are free. Seeley’s Chicago office is 117 N Dearborn St.
Mrs Ed Stanley underwent a serious operation last week at a local sanitarium and is reported recovering nicely. Ww W Duke and son Faye Wayne visited Mr and Mrs Hi FH Anderson in Electra on Sunday. Mrs M C Howell, guest of her son W B Howell and family, has returned to Memphis. R J Jones is able to be on the ene again after an operation for mente appendicitis.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph King visited Sunday afternoon with her sister Mrs. W A Ett in Chickasha Oklahoma and in Mineral Wells and Fort KE A McGaw of Wichita is in Vernon on business.
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