30 Oct 1923
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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1923
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment mentions uncertain phrases about a Los Angeles area matter and a Lion reference. No clear people, places, or events are fully readable to identify a concrete news item. The readable text offers no definite action or outcome.
Wilharger County will observe National Education Week starting November 18 1928 per President Calvin Coolidge proclamation. Supt. I A Hollar states plans will be arranged immediately, highlighting a long tradition of education fostering civic duty and national growth through schools, universities, and extension programs. The message underscores education as essential to citizenship and national progress, calling for broad community support and religious and governmental cooperation.
A team of mules hitched to a wagon ran away on Main Street near the records office, throwing four cotton pickers from the wagon as it turned onto Maiden Street. Bowden and Holland suffered injuries including a severe facial cut and a strained ankle. Liles and other workers were treated for minor injuries. They were taken to a local hospital before returning home.
The lane near the revised filling station on Texas Street at BPunnin from Veteran and Grar. The purchase involved a cash deal, and Sin Thomasson has taken over operation of the station.
Th M Pieler secretary of the Chamber of Commerce returned yesterday from Dallas where he has been in charge of the Wilbarser County exhibit at the State Fair. Mr Fielder also had several thousand booklets giving valuable information on the counts which he gave to all those who looked at the exhibit.
Dave Guttery and Mise Hester King of Odell were married yesterday afternoon by T. J. Griffiths justice of the peace in his court house office. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A listing and Mr. Guttery is a son of Shix M. G. Wingater. Both families reside in Odell and the newlyweds will make their home there.
Vernon police chief McKey and Mayor Key pledge to curb Halloween disturbances. They demand youths avoid property damage and public disorder while promising arrests for vandalism. Officers will patrol streets to deter vandalism and protect property as communities brace for trick or treat night.
Following recent floods in the region, PRIScO Road is reported in good condition. crews have repaired damage, and the route is ready for travelers. Automobile licenses were issued this week to a list of Ford and Overland vehicles and fire and utility trucks for local use.
A West Texas Chamber of Commerce meeting announced a November 20 membership drive tied to securing a state convention for Vernon. President A. J. Spencer chaired the session, with newly appointed Walter Splawn from Washington pushing for a robust plan. The drive aims to expand membership, support a state program, and strengthen regional influence ahead of a broader convention effort.
The city plans a new engine house funded by a contract to be issued for a diesel or steam powered facility. Work is slated to begin soon with completion costs projected around several thousand dollars and an emphasis on expanding municipal services.
Fragmentary notes describe senior listings and a playful performance labeled Raul Parte Petine niuhe with a PSA tease. Content is garbled but indicates a school or community pageant or entertainment event.
Vernon residents packed the Vernon Concert Hall area for a football event with Quanah that was postponed due to weather. Local authorities and coaches, including Roy Henderson, discussed shifting the game against Wichita Falls to determine the champion, with forecasts suggesting improved conditions by Friday.
Vernon plans its annual Spook Night with Abe scores of youngsters dressing as ghosts and goblins. Officers urge crowd control and street safety while organizers say the event will proceed with minimal disruption, and the Christian Tenants Union and state agtniin group support orderly proceedings.
Sunshine weather brightened Vernon and nearby towns as residents welcomed clear skies after days of rain. Citizens bewailed traffic delays from sudden showers and awaited updates on a bond trial involving the local government and the contested S108008 bond. Local officials said court proceedings would continue into the week as residents prepared for next steps.
Stores will close Friday afternoon for a local football game. A special train is being arranged for attendees and volunteers are sought at the Chamber of Commerce to assist spectators and arrange transportation.
A Vernon woman, Callie Witherspenn, gains recognition at Wichita Falls for academic achievements and involvement. The article notes she attended the wine university, previously studied in Vernon, and is linked to Mrs. Staves Mazen of Vernon. The piece reflects local honors and ties to regional colleges.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a Friday Saturday event near San Antonio planning a trek to Peane CV Oe and Hed VWiver madont with safety notes. It references Portes and a long journey toward the Pade ite Kanmias and a trail to the northern merketa made famous by Emerson Hough in North of 26.
A damaged snippet mentions Manchester and graves in Pitts place names, with unclear dates and actions. Readable words reference Christoote and Wee, but essential facts are obscured. The piece appears to describe a route or movement to a location with departure near a west area and a destination identified later in the fragment.
Sr Caylor of the fiemy of Mandifer and Caylor departs for Chicago at noon for a ten day mission involving general ministry service and special work in CrP Gan and throat care duties amid a terse timetable.
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