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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1925
Page
4
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A public correction policy statement notes that any erroneous reflections on individuals firms or corporations in The Record will be corrected promptly when the editor is notified. The notice emphasizes accountability and accuracy in future columns and requires readers to report errors.
A paved road south from Vernon to the oil fields would aid operators and bring oil field traffic through Vernon from Electra Wichita Falls and the South Vernon pool. The proposed highway west to the Foard County line would funnel eastern county traffic via Vernon, stimulating business growth and reducing the distance handicap.
The Denver extension into Dallas will improve freight and passenger service for the Northwest Texas region and Fort Worth. Dallas leads in finance and wholesale trade, and the link promises immediate gains for Dallas and the Denver territory amid ongoing railroad consolidations and debates over Interstate Commerce Commission control.
An editorial argues that rail service cannot be rendered effectively without strong financing and freedom from excessive, unintelligent regulation. It contends that proper funding and lighter rules are required to enable reliable railroad operation.
A Tennessee teacher faces trial for teaching evolution under a new law, with prominent figures like William Jennings Bryan offering to prosecute or defend. The piece argues against jail for belief, noting dangers of outlawing thought. includes a personal update on Mrs. C. I Williams recovering from a February fall.
Doans News items sketch visits among Adams, Adair, Armstrong, and Wilson families in Lockett, Holliday, and nearby towns. Community crops look good, theater outings to Fargo, and several illness and school events noted. Readers learn of travels to Vernon and Dallas and a wedding in Electra.
Miss Ina Henderson and Everett Henderson, members of the graduating class, were omitted from the exemption list last week. Ina was exempt in all subjects and Everett in all but one. Miss Nina Ruth Terrell is visiting relatives and friends in Childress this week.
Chas. Clark, president of the Shimrock Oil Company of Wichita Wals, is in the city today on business.
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