Welfare drive nets 667.92 on first day in Wilbarger County
Wilbarger County Welfare Association reports 667.92 raised on the first day toward an 8500 net quota. The drive focused on morning canvassing, with several business districts and the residence area yet to be covered. Dr. BE L Moore urged continued giving as winter hardship looms, and donors can send contributions to Jol Morrow at the Chamber of Commerce. A special collection at Cathodise Church raised 82.17, and a partial donor list is published with more names to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbarger County Welfare Association
BE. L. Moore
Association
Dr. Moore
Gomla
Ptr
Yle
Chamber of Commerce
Thanksgiving Day of Old Fashioned Variety Here
Vernon awoke Thanksgiving morning to a cold norther and a quiet business day. Families gathered for turkey aromas, football, and simple domestic scenes as County Truly Thankful reflected on its blessings, industries, and agricultural yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon
Father
Mother
Susie
Johnny
Tandom
County
Not So Much For Farm Loans Texas Bank Allocation Questioned
State papers note a $15,000,000 allocation to Texas from a national farm loan program but an inquiry by W N Stokes shows an error and that the sum is for May to next year. Nearly half already paid, with applications approved for the rest. Houston reports $25,000,000 in applications in seven months. Stokes has secured $260,000 from the State bank, though his total might be under $40,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Fam Loan Bank
WN. Stokes
Texas
Houston
Witharger
Stokes
State Bank
Community member list and businesses in local directory
A lengthy compendium of names and businesses appears, including individuals such as Miss Myrtle Hagin and Dr. W. M. Schindler, along with entities like Farmers Gin and Vernon Storage Battery Company, suggesting a local directory or roster. No clear event or action is described beyond identification.
Domestic Arts Department Funding Boosted by High School
The High School Warcuts organization raised about 250 dollars four times for a domestic arts department at the high school. J Dohoney, city superintendent, noted the funds have sat in a bank since fundraising. At last Friday’s Association meeting Mrs. W Stokes was elected president, with Miss Anna Joe Penleton and Mrs. Emmett Piper as treasurers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. J. Dohoney
City Suiperkitemdant
CG. 4
Farrell
W. Stokes
Parent Teachers Association
A. D. Jockesmith
Anna Joe Penileton
Emmett Piper
Keltz
S. J. Dohoney
J. FB
Box Supper At Hawk Will Schoolhouse Friday
A box supper will be held at Hawk Will schoolhouse Friday night December 2 to raise funds for the Red Cross and the school. Everyone is invited to attend and bring a tea or lunch box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawk Will
Red Cross
Vernon considers city light plant with bonds to cover costs
Mayor Larry Mason reports 65 000 pays for a plant and estimates show 365 000 total with 100 000 bond issue to allow for overruns. City officials say a municipal plant could drastically lower rates, though no firm plan or site has been settled. The article notes a Dallas firm involvement and possible ice plant addition pending public will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larry Mason
Thillas
Vernon
Mason
Dallas
Mrr
Macon
Lowe
Stolen shotgun from Wheeler Lundy's car
Deputy Sheriff Frank O Nea1 arrested a man named James Wednesday morning and he is held in the county jail. The theft occurred Tuesday night from Lundys car in the garage on his North Polax street premises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheeler Lundy
Frank O'Neal
James
Weevil Threat Prompt Strong Countywide Call to Action
Banker KR Johnson urges immediate, coordinated effort to combat the weevil in Wilburger county. He cites past pests, calls plowing as soil benefit and stresses wide farmer cooperation since cotton remains the county’s key cash crop. He warns delay could ruin the crop outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hh. KR. Johnson
Focal
Lance
Wilburger
Johnson
Crowell Business Leaders Visit Vernon
Crowell Chamber of Commerce president Mark Henry and local banker Jim Belt visited Vernon on Wednesday to discuss regional business affairs and potential collaborations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Henry
Crowell
State Road Money Allocated After Four to One Vote
The State Highway Commission appropriated 209000 for Highway 5 through Wilbarger County, based on a 4 to 1 bond election showing strong public support. County Judge K. L. Melttieh and Commissioner A. M. Bourhind praised the local delegation for presenting a strong petition, noting the Colorado Gulf line did not influence the grant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Commission
Wilharger
A. M. Bourhind
Conisioner
Mer. Bourhind
Astin
Highway Commission
Bourland
Witbarger
Wilbarger
Colorado
Gulf
Texarkana
Textime
K. 1
MelTueh
Churches Combine Services for City Thanksgiving
A joint Thanksgiving service gathered a large crowd at the Methodist church with Dr. E L Moore of the Presbyterian church leading the devotion. The sermon and prayers followed as readings included a Thanksgiving proclamation by President Harding and a charity collection of 2.17 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methoetet Church
EL. Moore
Presbyterian Church
Vernon
Moore
Tev
Ronse Amt
PO Garvin
Cus Ramage
President Harding
Special District Court Adjourns Tomorrow
The special term of the biatriet court now in session will adjourn tomorrow, Judge Robert Cole of Crowell presiding. After two weeks the docket remains active, while in a separate matter a divorce was granted in the case of Charles Blanchard versus Ruth Blanchard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Special District Court
Biatriet Court
Robert Cole
Crowell
Charles Blanchard
Ruth Blanchard
Box Supper at Odell Nets Large Proceeds
A box supper at Odell High School auditorium on Friday night November 18 raised 8205.01. The funds were used to buy plane lights for the school. The auditorium was filled to capacity. Plans to add music and expression departments await teacher availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odell
Red High School
Odell School
Thanksgiving Card Club at Mrs Parker's Home
Informal gathering of Miss Geraldine Parker with members of her card club on Thanksgiving afternoon at Weet Wihbarger street. Refreshments were served and high score was won by Miss Johnny Mallow. Guests attended from 2 until 6 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldine Parker
Weet Wihbarger Street
Johnny Mallow
Fire causes minor damage at Friese home
A fire shortly after 5 last night caused small damage at 626 South Lexington Street. Authorities say the blaze likely started from an oil stove and was confined to the walls of the Friese residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friese
South
Lexington Street
Vernon Dominates Mangum In Thanksgiving Victory 54 to 7
Vernon defeated Mangum 54 to 7 in the Thanksgiving game led by standout fullback Nelson who scored and sparked the attack. Parr and Bramblett added key plays and goals as Vernon pulled away in the second half, overcoming early obstacles and a tough Mangum defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smart
Manaim
Tite Efron
Pare
Bramblett
Vernon
Wichita Falls
Flollar
Neom
Vernon Sing
Mangum
Nelson
Yi Hardst
Brambhet
Also Mentioned on This Page
San Francisco
Calif
Welfare Association
Liberal
Joe Sumner
Perkins Timberlike Company
Swartwood & Company
Tautz & Sehmaker
J. 1. Swartwood
Liberty Cafe
Parr. Bros
Vernon Catton
Works Auto Supply Company
Jod Morrow
Napier Bros
Cameron Lumber Company
Crow
G. C. Morris
Rentro Hardware Company
Sewell Grain & Uel Company
Shamburger Lumber Company
sirCelvey Grocery Company
McFall Auto Company
J. D. Terrell
Frank Murchison
Feavers Lumber Company
G. Hawkine
L. Ee Piper
Hab Colle
Cand Oliver
J. ¥. Owen
Ww. A. Wilhelm
Arr Meat Market
Cook
Keith Se
Vernon Abstract Company
the Thompson
J. J. Murray
Jessie Schuette
Aildred Mefarty
Mr. Gray
B. Flaniken, White & Company
Jin
Lisenbee Araitnrts Public Serviee Company
Leslie Russell
Freeman Pax
Feria
Mies
Norther
Spires Zantis
George Jones
Lillian Newton
S. M. Fentress
Dawny
White Garage
W. C. Orr
HW. B. Wilhelm
W. Iterdrix
J. D. Allison
John McBee
W Hix
R. BE. Water
Q. Lyons
Myrtle Hagin
Myrtle Mi Croskey
Jara Colley
Dee Norwood
G. Fe, Harrison
W. Bailey
Rey Abbott
Lina Owens
Willie Ladd
Mise Ha Fawards
Misa Delian Clark
J. H. Timlypriuke
Chas. Hathaway
Henry Sammuel
Cody Austen
Dr. W. M. Schindler
Frank Hood
Joe F. Thomason
J. FP. Newman
W. EK. Colley
G. B. Zaehry
Autrey Westmoreland
P. J. Griffiths
Metthee
A. Richie
Harvey -Cotter
Hogsett
Leta Milner
Lou Colemen
Williame
C. Christiang
B. C. Brown
Miss Vera Lucky
Associa
Alaulk Pill
Gliese
Lundy
Ocsel
Rive Gon Pest
Mr Johnson
Record-Star-Telegram
Vernon Record
Wilbarger County
FT. Worth
Vernon, Texas
City
Methodist Church
Crem Mangum
Morrow
Okklahomans
Segeon
Pigeotn
Parr
Momgum
Tia
Nlow
Hollar
Small
Crediti
Tas
Breed
Morris
Advan
Lage
Stangum
Mavenm
Xouehimek
Pbramblett
Stongar
Nat
S&yard T
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!