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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1918
Page
4
The Red Cross drive in Wilbarger county nears its limit with many donors under giving. Officials report Vernon city has many slackers while rural districts show better support. Citizens are urged to contribute more, as government benefits and liberty are at stake.
Tepary beans yield 30 to 60 dollars per acre in Arizona and California and endure seven inches of rain. They mature in ninety days and grow until frost, fixing nitrogen and offering hay equal to alfalfa. The article argues Texas growth is well suited to Wilbarger County, contrasting with cotton and desertion of farms.
President Wilson names Charles J. Hughes to aid the investigation with a formal appointment. The move signals a high level of official support for inquiries and expands the roster of investigators, reflecting ongoing government efforts.
Governor Hughes demonstrates investigative skill as the insurance probe uncovers startling facts. The president’s appointment inspires confidence and signals a serious effort to uncover the truth.
A visiting businessman cites Vernon as the Northwest Texas town most talked about amid Fort Worth Dallas and smaller towns. Readily supported by a $35 000 third Liberty Loan subscription and a Tuesday vote approving $41 000 for street paving and water sewer extensions at about 25 cents per $1000 of property value. The piece praises local unity and notes Texas Supreme Court backing liquor laws as essential to national effort and business stability helping the war and daily life.
Thirteen young women gathered at Miss Winnie Jewell Norwood home for a sunrise breakfast outing. They departed at 7:30 in cars, drove to Thiatt's Tank, and ate after the early training event. Names include Winnie Jewell Norwood Jewell Nowlin Maudie Ladd Rubye Phowits Allie Randall Ethel Reese Annie Hennett Lizgie Reese Dorothy Kakle Santa Randall Eva Morris Navale Wines and Mrs Albert Jones.
Friends of Miss Bird Hendrix received invitations to the Baptist Memorial Sanitarian Training for Nurses in Dallas to be held Friday May 11. A reception for the graduating class is set for Tuesday evening May 2. Miss Hendrix left Vernon three years ago to study nursing and has many local friends. she is a cousin of Mrs. M. R. Sewell.
H B Key Jr, previously hurt when his skull was fractured by a kick from his horse, begins to sit up. Doctors feared for his recovery after the injury sustained while starting in school.
One year subscription available for Vernon Record and Kansas City Weekly at a special rate of $1.75. This limited-time offer covers both publications for twelve months.
Washington reports a May 24 forecast detailing warm waves reaching Vancouver by May 25 and June 5, with crossings of the Rockies by May 20 and June 4. Temperatures rise on the Pacific slope, central valleys brace for severe storms by May 27, followed by cooler air and frosts later. June offers a warm trend to month end with heavy rains locally, and cross-continental shifts in rain patterns are noted.
Judge W N Bonner of Wichita Falls says Paducah residents plan daily prayer gatherings at the courthouse until rain arrives. He spoke to high school graduates in Cottle county and stayed with his wife Mrs Bonner who was Miss McKibbin. Abilene and San Angelo had received rain after recent downpours and locals mention bread at Ris Wik Cafe.
Tolbert to observe May 30 as a day of prayer for victory and peace per President Wilson. Rev M H Findson of the Methodist Church announces a 10 o'clock Thursday service urging Tolbert residents to gather at the Methodist Chapel to show unity and support for the allied nations and a lasting peace.
Mrs Clois L. Greene and children left Sunday to visit friends in Phaly Texas and Galveston She offers to buy hogs of any size or color weighing 50 pounds or more Readers may write to Oklainton Texas or call Harrold Texas with details Ady 24 24te
Twenty three school communities attended the Sacred Harp singing in Tolbert with over fifty participants. Afternoon classes offered songs from newer lists and Farmers Valley provided a large turnout after their singing school closed. Reverend Carroll preached twice with notes calling it the greatest singing day he has attended.
A regional buyer announces it is purchasing hens and promising the highest market price for all chickens. Farmers are invited to bring stock to the collection point during the week.
Advertisement for a large capacity hay press with self threading and blockless design from Williams Mill Mfg Co Texas Adv 35-4tp Kana Arkansas. Two men less slogan highlights efficiency and product feature.
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