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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1923
Page
14
The Vernon Record notes publication details and address change procedures. It states the paper is issued on Tuesdays and Fridays, with R. H. Nichols as editor and manager, and reminds subscribers to provide both old and new addresses to ensure proper mail delivery. The text includes a price of 2.00 in the snippet.
The Record lists advertising rates for classifieds and notices, including 1 to 3 cents per word depending on insertion and a minimum charge. It specifies display rates at 50e per column inch and 45e for other ads, with instructions to include cash for reading notices. A Public Notice section promises correction of erroneous reflections on individuals or entities when brought to the editor’s attention.
Vernon High School defeated Quanah High School in an interscholastic football game. About a hundred Quanah fans traveled through rough rain to Vernon to watch the Vernon versus Wichita Falls match, and Quanah writer Harry Koch praised the hospitable reception. The event strengthened friendship between the two neighboring counties and showed cordial sportsmanship.
Vernon high school football fell to Wichita Falls Friday but earned praise for brave play. The Vernon squad, outmatched in size, held foes to two scores in the first quarter and fought back with persistent defense and spirited late effort, adding lasting glory to the season.
Two years ago Wilbarger County residents vetoed 600000 in bonds to pave roads from Vernon. The pledge from Vernon to unite for future road bonds helped pass the measure. Now other sections seek road funding and unity is urged to enable a future bond issue to extend paved roads across the county.
The editor argues for phased road paving across the county, noting large counties need time and that some areas will get roads sooner. He warns against ingratitude by those who already have roads voting against broad access, saying unified effort will benefit Vernon and farmers who must travel to market and trade.
Lynch Davidson and T. W. Davidson announce candidacies for Texas governor. The piece notes voter confusion with two Davidsons in the race and the challenge of distinguishing candidates by surname. It discusses the impact of familiarity with names like Davidson and Mayfield on election outcomes.
Proclamation by President Calvin Coolidge designates November 18 1928 as National Educational Week urging national and local cooperation with civic and religious bodies to improve and to more liberally support education. The piece argues widespread illiteracy motivates the week, noting 4 million minds past childhood in the U S and Texas. It emphasizes that Educational Week targets all citizens to learn plan and support the nation’s educational system.
The state plans a $50,000 educational survey and designates education week from November 5 to 25 to study school conditions. Citizens are urged to survey their own districts, prioritize English, physical education, and citizenship, and support extension work and local programs to raise school standards. A Saturday market by the Ladies' Aid Safety group is announced for November 17 at the Massie Vernon Grocery Store.
Mr and Mrs George Hardin announce the arrival of a son George William and a daughter Mary Elizabeth. The twins arrived Friday November 9.
A local furniture dealer advertises a large stock of beautiful rugs, Congoleum squares, and linoleum with low prices. The shop offers buying, selling, or trade and invites customers to visit for bargains.
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