The Way it Was

100 years ago

To the reform school

Harry Hosburn, the Schell City youth who was arrested at his home Wednesday, is now being cared for by Sheriff Moore. The boy is a little bright, round fact lad, who no doubt made a mistake but did not realize that he was breaking the law or what his action might lead to. The boy says he is only 10-years-old but he looks younger

He frankly confessed to Sheriff Moore that he took the small change from the Schell City church and that he entered Darrow and Lewis store. He also told for what he spend the money, accounting for every penny he took. Harry has made favorable impression and has won the sympathy of the officers. The officers do not know just what is best to do in the case, but it is quite probable that an effort will be made to send the boy to the reform school.

50 years ago

Residents are urged to buy Easter Seals now

Mrs. Ben F. Weir, Easter Seal chairman, urges Vernon Countians to take time out this weekend to fill the pink Easter Seal envelopes with the ingredients of a smile for a crippled child.

She pointed out that too often the contribution envelopes are set aside, with the intention of taking care of it later, but never quite getting around to it.

"You can help today to start crippled children on their way." added Mrs. Weir. "Give to Easter Seals."