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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1924
Page
4
The Vernon Record announces publication on Tuesdays and Fridays with R H Nichols as editor and manager. Subscribers may change address by mail or notice. rates listed include classified at 1 1 2 cents per word first insertion and 1 cent for three insertions. local notices two cents per word per insertion. poetry two cents per word. display advertising 45 cents per column inch.
The piece argues that public leaders are unfairly labeled as big business lawyers and contends that society should value capable lawyers with private sector experience for public office. It claims corporations hire top talent, while the public often settles for second-rate officials, urging selection of truly able advocates.
A physician argues murderers should undergo objective psychiatric examination rather than execution. He claims many lack guilt and that psychological assessment might justify alternatives to hanging, suggesting murder could be treated as a medical issue vulnerable to reform.
The passage notes Judge Caverly's stance after a life imprisonment ruling and contrasts it with a scientist witness who advocates factual, objective examination. It references broader debates on murder as crime versus mental illness and mentions pardons or parole as possible outcomes.
Vernon high school football fans anticipate a pivotal challenge against Wichita Falls on October 18. The Vernon squad, bolstered by 1928 stars and renewed fighting spirit, plans a strong road showing to avenge last year’s defeat and prove their readiness on the rival field.
Local notes report several residents with visitors and family visits. Arnold Whistzel spent Sunday with Bea Toukiaa, Miss Morte White visited Misa Cumetrle Gold, and J. N. White spent time with Prof. Nixon and wife. Frank Odom underwent appendicitis surgery last Saturday with reported steady progress. Mrs. Reeder plans a Vernon trip for her children’s high school entry.
Wildcat residents report social visits in Vernon with Mrs. Earnest Seay Mrs. Buford Lattrell and others. Families migrate to Vernon for schooling while neighbors like Nunn Luttrell and Scott attend events and help with cattle tasks. A 78 year old Luttrell birthday celebration draws 29 attendees. Rev. F T Johnson preaches next Sunday before annual conference.
Mr and Mrs W W Griffith and Mrs D Hart of Crowell were spotted shopping in Vernon yesterday.
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