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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1921
Page
12
A physician argues Vernon suffers recurring contagious diseases due to poor isolation and lax enforcement of local health laws. He urges strict public health measures and better resident education to protect the community.
A violent Klu Klux Klan related clash occurred in Austin last week. J D Jears, named as spotter and gambler, was tarred and feathered in a crowd that included university students and city officials. An automobile drive led to three assailants escaping with the victim toward a public building.
The entertainment committee outlines a series of events for October. A dance is set for Tuesday October 7 at 5 50 PM, a ladies bridge session on Tuesday October 11 at 4 PM, and a games night on Friday October 12 at 8 30 PM. A dance closes the month on Friday October 21 and a Halloween dance follows on Monday night.
Notice from Mrs. Mary Berry expressing gratitude for past patronage. She apologizes for any past faults and states she intends to continue her work in the Asis community with courtesies to friends.
The piece surveys several recent books including Rella of Engieside by I. M. Mont wry, The Flaming Forest by James Oliver Cutwood, Pur Father's Daughter by Gene Stratton Porter, Helen of the Old House by Harriett Bell Werisht, Returned Empty by Florence J. L. Barclay, Galusha the Magnificent by Joseph Lincoln, The Brinking Cup by Dorothy Caufield, Parzan The Terrible by Edgar Rice Burroughs, and The Pride of Valomar by Peter B. Kyne with brief remarks on each author and reception.
The Women's Alliance of the Baptist Church held its annual business meeting and voted to change the name to the Women's Auxiliary. Officers for the coming year were elected including President Mrs. J. R. Allison and Vice President Mrs. Bousett, with multiple posts filled by named members.
The Central Christian Church will begin a revival next Sunday led by evangelist Chas A Chasteen. Ramage the church’s pastor says the meetings aim to lift all Vernon residents spiritually and he invites all interested to join the choir despite church affiliation.
Card expresses gratitude for kindness during illness and death of a child. Mentions floral offerings and lists families CECCIL STEWART WOOD and relatives. Notes Mrs Wright and two children returned to Ame ne after Vernon funeral for S. Hogers and Mrs. Rogere family visit.
An appreciable price cut announced by the HS D Creath agency lowers Vernon touring cars by 725 to sell with all extras. Sedans drop 975 to 8375, coupes now 8200, with flat prices below these figures.
Miss Rose Eilmann returned Sunday from Dalhart where she attended a health conference. Miss Lora Thacker of eroweis visited in Vernon last weekend.
Vernon High has no game arranged for the upcoming Saturday. Coach Morte has contacted nearby towns by phone but cannot locate any school with an open date.
J. S. Townes announces he will visit Vernon during the first week for piano tuning. He will travel by car to service patrons across the county, with orders left at Huggins' Studio, 426 West Paradise Street, or by telephone 226.
Guy R. Jones and Ed Jones came home Saturday after attending the Wellington fair.
A local mattress offer highlights a long lint mattress at Piic Mattress Factory located on Deaf Smith Street with a listed price of 6.426 dollars.
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