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Newspaper
Vernon Record
Location
Vernon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1924
Page
2
Fragmentary Vernon Record text shows advertising rates and printer notices. It mentions editor R. H. Nichols, advertising rates by word, and splits for display ads, public notices, obituaries, poetry, and listings with a basic charge structure.
A fragmented reprint discusses arguments for and against a proposed constitutional amendment banning child labor. It cites the history of federal and state measures, the goal of eliminating factory work for under sixteen, and the argument that farm work and learning trades could be affected. The piece critiques the push as uniformity seeks to curb youth labor while noting perceived benefits of work for discipline and health.
Fragmented text mentions factory work, breaking down state authority, and the use of a wirepdniens or wartime labor control. It references youths under sixteen and transportation expenses, implying concerns over employment surveillance and laws affecting families and labor. The readable parts are unclear and coroutine in tone.
The piece analyzes New York political dynamics with Governor Smith and Taft as major threads. It notes Republicans rally behind Roosevelt and Democrats hope to leverage Smith’s popularity to boost the national ticket. It contrasts party strategies and hints at the impact on the national campaign.
A vintage advertisement for a glycerine mixture claimed to relieve gas and constipation. It lists ingredients such as glycerine buckthorn bark and mentions use in various villages with warnings of potential bowel effects and safety notes. The ad credits PREGESON DORUG COMPANY.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a political campaign linked to a young Risievelfty and his father. The passage references payjwiee ipsem nation and a possible shift in New York momentum affecting national dynamics, with Davis appearing as a distant figure. The fragment lacks clear facts or events.
State Superintendent Marrs advocates a permanent school tax to fund education and reduce reliance on legislative appropriations. The discussion questions constitutional methods, with concerns about treasury deficits and delayed teacher salaries. Critics warn against private sector practices shaping public finance.
The text argues against a financial crisis in Texas and urges adoption of a plan to end a disgraceful condition. It criticizes unequal treatment of teachers and State workers, calls for a solution to make business like a functioning state, and suggests finding an alternative if Marrs' plan is not approved.
Ruth Batchelor hosted Mah Jong club members and guests for a Saturday afternoon session with four tables of mime games. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. R. D. Shive Jr. high club score, Mrs. W. T. Waggoner Jr. high guest, and Mrs. Harold Shive low. A salad and ice course followed. Out of town guests included Mrs. C. F. Kolp Mrs. F. R. Cullnm Mrs. W. T. Waggoner Jr and Mrs. FP Spradling of Electra. Additional players listed along with hostesses and visitors. Mrs. Otto Peters and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ferguson announced births. North Texas Hardware Co promotes heating and sheet metal services with The Great Western line. Visitors from Amarillo include Mrs. Tisyd Fowler and Wanda Jean.
The Senior Class of the local high school opened the year with a picnic at Heathus pasture seven miles northeast of town. About forty five seniors attended at Miss Helen Williams home then traveled together. They enjoyed weiners sandwiches and lemonade then went to a party at Miss Martha Long’s home. Miss Williams Miss Lockwood and Mr and Mrs Lofland attended. The class expects attendance to rise to at least fifty percent at the next event. Ferguson Drug Store advertises available electric light globes at low prices.
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