Lack of Interest in War Industries Is Urged by Examiner
M. L. Bates traveling examiner for the Department of Labor visited Ver non and urged forming Wilson’s lead to keep war industries going. He warned of labor shortages and noted East Coast sentiment, the Labor Board’s power to designate essentials, and steps to compel workers to war jobs.
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Ming
Wilson
Europe
Bates
San Antonio
Department of Labor
Mr. Bates
War Industries Board
Washington
Labor Board
Tabor Board
Nashville
Tenn
Vernon boy John Crawford wounded in World War I
John Crawford, in the Thirty-Sixth Division, reports from a hospital behind the lines after three trips over the top. He describes wet front-line trenches for eleven days, near Dutch lines, and praises French girls while joking his father should not come. He expects transfer to a newer hospital.
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Vernon Boy
J. R. Crawford
John
No Man’s Land
Papa
France
Dr Lyman Powell Warns of German Atrocities and War Aims
Dr Lyman Powell returning from France spoke at More's Theater urging support for United War Work funds. He described bread lines in occupied Europe, German bombings near Charing Cross Hospital, and atrocities against women and children to emphasize the war for democracy religion and home. He urged continued support from W. Wilharger county to raise 15000 for allied war relief groups.
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Lyman P. Powell
More
United War Work Activities
Powell
France
America
Germany
Dr. Powell
Belgium
England
Charring Cross Hospital
New
Europe
Lebanon
St. Quentin
Julius Caesar
Charlemagne
Joan of Arc
Napoleon
Columbus
Y. Mo
Influenza Worse Than Hun Bullets
Epidemic reports Spanish influenza surpassing German casualties in Europe as authorities warn the illness spreads nationwide. Experts cite weak vitality and mucous membrane inflammation as risk factors and promote Tanlac as a strong tonic to fortify resistance.
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Europe
Tanlac claims record sales and broad health benefits
Tanlac is advertised as the greatest system tonic in medical history with over ten million bottles sold in under four years. The ad claims increased strength weight and appetite, improved bodily functions, and recommends Tanlac Laxative Tablets to keep bowels open. Vernon sales are noted at T. M Fergeson Drug Company.
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Tankic
Vernon
T. M Fergeson Drug Company
For sale One first class row binder in good condition
Item offers a used row binder described as first class though in poor condition. Potential buyer is directed to contact M. G. Neathery on North Main Street or by phone at 35, with the notice dated April 2.
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M. G. Neathery
North Main Street
Dinner Time At The Quiet Refined Restaurant
An inviting dining spot emphasizes quiet refinement and unobtrusive ambiance. The text invites a companion to share a meal with a loved one, noting appetizingly prepared dishes and temptingly served courses.
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M. L. Bates
Parnell
John Crawford
Trevathan’s. Adv
J. Kt
Renfro
Children
Earth
Tanlae
White Rose Cafe
Trevathan’s Gash Store
United States Food Administration
Sewell’s Circle “S” Flour
United States
Sewell Grain & Fuel Co
Vernon, Texas
Sewell
R. B. Sherrill
Herbert Kaufman
Isa Rind
Pet
Tar Falmers State Bank
Texas
Herring-Bennett Lumber Company
Herring-Bennett Lumber
West Pease Street
Tim, Ewe
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