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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1919
Page
4
Readers of the Wetiton Texas paper are urged to supply both old and new addresses to ensure prompt delivery. Subscriptions may be accepted for periods shorter than six months. May 27, 1919.
The Wichita Daily Times reports Vernon faces a housing crisis that could force layoffs across nearly 80 industries. The Wichita Balls Pottery Company collapsed after profitable operations, moving equipment and selling buildings. Workers left with few homes affordable for families, while nearby industries like Anulor also cancel contracts due to housing costs. The Chamber of Commerce and a local building club may help, but the public is urged to confront unfair housing practices harming workers and potential citizens.
The Record notes record attendance at the College of Industrial Arts in Denton for Commencement June 2 and 3. President F. M. Brasley says this year will exceed last year's 1,910 attending the regular and summer terms, making it one of the largest women’s colleges in the United States. The courses in home economics and practical arts lead, with gardening, poultry, beekeeping also strong. cultural courses are not neglected. The piece lauds Texas girls’ education in artful home making and its value to Texas womanhood.
Dallas County voters backed a proposition to issue 6.5 million dollars in road improvement bonds. The plan funds highway projects, accelerating municipal infrastructure work across the county.
Citizens in Wilbarger County are urged to back road bonds to fund road construction benefiting Dallas County and other counties. The argument says state and federal funds will bring prosperity and higher farm land values by placing fields closer to markets, with Wilbarger paying to receive later gains via shared state money.
The county swine breeders association meet Saturday is vital for Wilbarger county prosperity. Favorable alfalfa soil and a history of profitable hogs, even amid high feed costs, suggest a strong hog industry. With a guaranteed feed crop, the call is to increase hog production to meet rising meat demand.
The Everything Store advertises linoleum and new linoleum patterns at sale price per yard lower than the regular $1.25 trade rate. Limited stock and up-to-date designs highlighted to attract shoppers.
T H Shive and J D Thompson returned from General Assemblies in New Orleans and St Louis representing US and USA branches of the Presbyterian Church. They report favorable signs for union and note discussions on women’s roles, New Era Drive, and federation plans. Thompson says Texas oil interest and Vernon development drew attention.
Born to Mr and Mrs Will Keisch a son Friday in Ragland community. The newborn adds to the family with the local birth recorded in the area.
Advertises ribbon cane seed for sale at ten cents per pound. Contact Marvin L. Sharp via see or phone 008-R3 for details.
Miss Annah Joe Pendleton returns home after several days with friends in Fort Worth and Cleburne. Mrs A J Robinson and her children will spend the summer on a farm near Davidson Oklahoma.
An advertisement offers free loan of a Kodak camera and sells Eastman line products at Kramer Studio. It promotes loan availability for those without a kodak and notes purchasing options through the studio.
Mr and Mrs R Brannon spend a few days in Burkburnett their former home visiting and tending to business matters.
For sale a 150 ton metal silo described as suitable for graft bins. Advert shows location near Illinois and Texas with reference to Houser and Oklahoma Texas, suggesting cross state interest and bargain pricing.
Mrs. W. H. Lawson from Tennessee visits her brother A. J. Haney of Vernon and her son J. N. Lawson of Tolbert. She is accompanied by granddaughter Miss Bertha Cook and grandson Tom Lawson of Ragland who has just finished his Tennessee schooling.
Mrs. L. G. Hawkins and her daughter Miss Ruth are in Fort Worth visiting relatives for several days.
Bargdoll and Stanley request feedback on service and goods. If customers do not share experiences, contact them at 88 or 82 or 82 8te for follow up.
Miss Lora Hudson of Goldthwaite visits Vernon for an indefinite stay with Mrs. W H Huggins. She formerly taught in Vernon and has many friends in the area.
LB. O. Lange vice president of De Leon Petroleum visited Verdon yesterday en route to Benjamin where the company holds 8,747 acres in Knox County and a derrick is under construction for an oil test.
Mrs. C. 8. Ballew travels to Fort Worth Dallas and Kansas City to visit relatives. Densel Boyd and son of Davidson Oklahoma visit Mrs. J. C. Armstrong.
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