Memory of World War Veterans Honored in New Display
A wartime memorial pageant commemorates World War experiences with veterans honored near Prodevtelshurs Virsinge. The United States Marines are shown in full maneuvers under General Fuller commanding 5,000 troops. Photos depict moves arriving at camp and a wireless operator tracking the movement of Percy.
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Prodevtelshurs
Virsinge
Marites Ae
Polug
Fuller
Phewry
Charity Efforts in Wilbarger County May Consolidate
A plan to consolidate county charity and welfare work into the Wilbarger County Welfare Association was proposed by the Chamber of Commerce manager. The aim is to save about $4,000 annually, fund a paid secretary, reduce multiple fundraising drives to a single county drive, and direct most funds to local needs while avoiding duplication of services. A written plan and organizing committee were to be formed, with a board of directors and precinct council representatives to identify cases.
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Wilbarger
Wilbarger County
American Red Cross
Bratton resigns as Vernon city fire and police marshal
H. Bratton resigns after five years as Vernon fire and police marshal. W. W. Gilbert becomes acting chief until the October 11 board meeting. Commissioners praise Bratton, noting his role in reducing hazards. The city also hires Margery Phyllis Alford as teacher for a Negro school at the First Baptist Church, with 50 dollars rent and 17 students reported. P.M. Rowland selected as street cleaner.
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Bratton
W. Gilbert
Myr. Bratton
Vernon
Texas
Love
Negro First Baptist Church
Margery Phyllis Alford
Om Druid
Bart More
BT. Dohenes
P.M. Rowland
Schletze pays taxes first in Vernon record
Robert Schletze of Vernon is the first local taxpayer to settle city duties on October 1 when the books opened. Three taxpayers have paid thus far, followed by Linton Bullivan and Rush Miller. City Secretary Hyatt urges all taxpayers to visit city hall promptly to avoid congestion this year.
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Robert Schletze
Vernon
Linton Bullivan
Rush Miller
Hyatt
Elks Dance At Local Hall Draws Twenty Couples
About twenty couples attended the Fike dance last night at the local hall. The event ran from 6 pm to 1 am, delivering a lively social evening for attendees.
Triangle Reaches 1200 Feet With Steady Progress
Drillers report a progress milestone of 1200 feet under the Triangle project with J Watts, president, stating the worst formation may be past. He notes potential developments at 1000 feet, while tools in use improve efficiency and fishing jobs are nearly eliminated.
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Triangle
J. Watts
McWatts
Triamele
County Farmers Begin Wheat Drilling Amid Cotton Season
Many county farmers push wheat planting and kill volunteer sprouts despite cotton season pressures. Rain has supplied adequate moisture and prepared ground. Some areas near finish viewing cotton, others expect to complete planting within a few days.
County road funding proposal sparks debate at Route A
T H Duke argues for current road plan as fair, noting $50,000 per district for bridges and culverts and countywide paving near towns will benefit more residents than isolated areas. He urges start toward improved roads with funds allocated for maintenance.
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T. H. Duke
Route A
Prizes Offered for Road Essay Contests in Vernon
Vernon Rotary offers 10 0 and 5 and 2 50 prizes for the best essays on Why Vernon County Should Vote Bonds for Road Improvements. Entrants, girls 12 to 21 from Wilbarger County, must submit to Cy Long by Perkins Tinderlake by 12 oclock. Essays limited to 800 words. Winners’ names will be published locally.
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Younling
Gicem
Vernon Rotary
Wilbarger
Cy Long
Cine of Perkins
Theo Vosseys
Hill Crest Club October Social Calendar Arranged
The Fy tertainment Committee of Till Cresy Cuanney Club outlines October events. Included are rides evening at 8 o clock, a dance on October 11, a ladies bridge luncheon October 14, "42" games hosted by Mrs Farrell, a dance October 21, and Halloween niece on October 31. Ladies invited. reservations requested by October 10.
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Fytertainment Committee
Till Cresy Cuanney Club
Ladies Bridge
Ese
Call For Vernon Prisoners
State prison officers called in Vernon yesterday for convicts to be taken to the penitentiary. They transported Willie Louis Smith and Lennie Lee Wright both sentenced to two years for burglary and RK Fr Pendergrast sentenced to two years for swindling.
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Vernon
Willie Louis Smith
Lennie Lee Wright
Castleberry Purchases Dodge Touring Car
Keil Castleberry bought a Dodge touring car in a Thursday sale.
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Keil Castleberry
Deputy Sheriff Injured by Train Collision Near Blectra
Arnold Pate, Wilbarger County deputy sheriff, was struck by an east bound Denver train near Blectra around 2 pm. He was in a car and reportedly thrown about sixty feet, suffering a deep head gash and serious condition.
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Arnold Pate
Wilbarger
Moray
Denver
Blectra
Pate
Ferrell Improves at Dallas Sanitarium Eye Injury Update
Bob Ferrell, confined in a Dallas sanitarium with an injured eye, is reported improving. Doctors are unsure if sight can be saved, but believe the eyeball may not require removal.
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Bob Sherrill
Bob Ferrell
Dallas
Poultry Enthusiasts Elect Rhoads President in Willabarger County
Emery Rhoads was elected president of the Willabarger County Poultry Association at a Wednesday meeting in the district courtroom attended by about twenty five residents. J Wilhelm of Tolbert was chosen first vice president and Adam Donges of Vernon secretary treasurer. Investors include Yarbeorrh, Lawless of Oklainton, and Messick. a constitution committee is named Rowse, Hockersmith, and Sheppare. The group aims to advance scientific breeding and egg production and plans a winter show to spur breeder competition.
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County Association
Siteleius
Mes
J. Wilhem
Tolbert
Maddy
Adam Donges
Vernon
Rouse
Tlere
Rhoads
Farmers State Bank
Wilbarger
Fae
Missionary Society To Meet at Methodist Church
The Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will meet next Monday afternoon. The program includes a report from Conference Minutes, devotional exercises, finances by Mrs. Rena Watts, missionary study course by Mrs. S. W. Hayne, social service report by Mrs. J. T. Swartwood, supplies superintendent report by Mrs. Y. H. W. Babasin, children’s work by Mrs. JT. D. Terrell, song by Mrs. Thos. G. Currie, and Vernon District report by Mrs. Etta Long.
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Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Rena Watts
S. W. Hayne
J.T. Swartwood
Y. H W. Babasin
JT. D. Terrell
Thos
G. Currie
Song
B.C. Christian
Vernon
Etta Long
Famous Stew Served at Spring Lake Club Gathering
T. J. Youngblood hosted a Wednesday meal at the Spring Lake Red and Gin Club serving his famed stew. He personally prepared the dish and reportedly satisfied even the light eaters with seconds. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Youngblood, Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Hawking, Mr. and Mrs. C. B. McCulloch, Mr. and Mrs. W. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Ish, Mr. and Mrs. S. Munger, Miss Oleta Youngblood, and Miss Mary Anderson.
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T. J. Youngblood
Spring Lake Red and Gin Club
Youngblood
L. G. Hawking
C. &. McCulloch
Farmer Henry Jones Weds Martha Hempel In City Justice Office
Henry Jones a farmer near Lockett married Martha Hempel of this city yesterday at 11:15 AM in the office of Justice of the Peace T. J. Griffiths. The bride is daughter of Mrs. BE B Hempel of East Maiden Street. They will live on Mr Janea's farm.
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Henry Jones
Lockett
Martha Hempel
T. J. Griffiths
BE. B. Hempel
East Maiden Street
Janea
Will Re-Open People's Bakery on North Main Street
Gordon of Burkburnett plans to re open the People's Bakery on North Main Street. Former operator was Charles T Wood. Gordon brings seventeen years of bakery experience and will offer all kinds of bread and pastry to the public.
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Flom. Gordon
Burkburnett
People’s Bakery
North Main Street
Charles T. Wood
Gordon
Opposing Views Cloud Wilbarges Bond Proposal
The Good Roads Club reports strong but divided opposition to a 50000 bond issue in Wilbarg county. Committee chairmen say misunderstandings about planned work drive fear of misused funds, with strongest resistance in the eastern regions and northern areas. Petitions circulate as volunteers explain the project and seek approval.
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Wilharcer
Marin
University Not as Godless as Painted
An editorial by Miss Nster Wilson argues UT students receive religious influence despite constitutional limits. The piece defends the university campus as a safe, moral environment and counters local critics who claim it is godless.
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University
Nster Wilson
Daisy Jones
Vernon
University of Texas
Austin
Higher Learning
Makeaura
Federal Jury Won’t Probe Ku Klux Plan
Washington reports Attorney General Daugherty announced the Department of Justice will not proceed against the Ku Klux Klan at this time. No evidence has shown the group to be illegal or dangerous, he said, and further action will depend on new developments.
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Washington
Hva Leval
Daugherty
Department of Justice
County Tax Rolls Underway by Assessor Porterfield
Compile Tax Rolls shows the county assessor and team completing the annual tax roll. Porterfield expects the work finished in about a week, with high priority placed on accuracy and timely delivery for the weekly update.
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Porterfield
Weely
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