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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1923
Page
4
The Vernon Record lists publication details including editor R A Nichols and rates. Classified ads are two cents a word for first insertion, three cents for three insertions, with minimum 20 cents. local notices and obituaries priced per word. display ads 50 cents per column inch. Address changes should include old and new addresses for prompt service.
The Record invites readers to call the editor to correct any erroneous reflections on individuals firms or corporations appearing in its columns. The notice emphasizes prompt correction upon notification.
The Record argues for a November 24 bond issue to fund one third of two highways the Colorado Gulf and Lee highways, with the state paying two thirds. It notes 1.2 million cost with outside funds totaling 800000, plus at least 150000 for lateral roads. The piece stresses better passable dirt roads and eventual state takeover.
In Washington the Governors conference debated prohibition enforcement. They approved the President's enforcement program but split over methods and practicality, signaling sharp differences in approach and wisdom.
The debate centers on whether enforcement rests with the National Government or the States. Governors Smith and Ritchie urge federal authority, but critics argue such nullification undermines law and creates duplicate enforcement. The piece warns against piecemeal constitutional adherence and stresses national unity.
The piece argues for adult education citing Moonlight Schools started by Mrs. Cora Wilson Stewart. It notes Texas illiteracy figures from 1920 and urges readers to consider causes and the value of teaching adults to read and write. It highlights white and minority illiteracy rates and urban rural contrasts.
The piece praises Texans as generous, urges action against illiteracy, and highlights women’s clubs launching a nationwide program to teach reading. It notes pride and reluctance among readers, calls for gentle, cooperative methods, night schools, and community effort to reach all men, women, and youth. The plan relies on tact and organized campaigns rather than force.
A speaker urges state and local leaders to ensure universal education begins now. He notes 238 illiterates in the county and calls for action to spread reading and writing rights, stressing the joy of literacy and a brighter future.
Texas University football beat Vanderbilt 16 to 0 and Baylor toppled Arkansas 14 to 0. The American Horse Fey defeated Papyrus by six lengths in the S100,000 chase. Mrs Earl Norwood remains in the bookkeeper role at Farmers State Bank after not accepting a permanent position.
Neighbor testimonial from Mrs. C. Ti. Dalmasso of Vernon Ohio praising Dean's Kidney Pills for kidney trouble backache and rheumatic pain relief after using several boxes. Public price advertised at 60 cents.
Mr and Mrs f 1h White with Rev spent the weekend in Vadueah visiting Mrs White who is seriously ill there.
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