County Seat Move Faces Prolonged Legal Battle Across Courts
In Barstow and Monahans the county seat dispute moves through courts from 1937 elections to the Supreme Court. The April 19 ruling refused review of location but ordered a hearing on the bond case set for June 2. Barstow may seek a rehearing within 10 days, potentially delaying final action into October.
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Trict
Appeals Courts
Supreme Court
Barstow
Court of Appeals
Monahans
Appeals Court
Monahans and
Board Names Courageous Leader For Fort Stockton Role
The Brownfield field board describes the candidate as having a condition requiring real courage to tackle the job. The Outstanding Record honoree is Mr. Baze, married with one son, Martin Jr., a Fort Stockton schools band instructor, per a recommendation letter.
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Brownfield Board
Baze
Martin, Jr
Fort Stockton
Monahans Wins Service of Noted Man for Brownfield Board
Brownfield board members praised securing a highly qualified man for the district. Other actions included awarding a paint contract to Cameron Lumber for the steel stadium, opening bids to move two frame buildings from the grade school, and directing principal W S Ely to study school cafeterias and approved methods in other schools.
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Brownfield
Monahans
Cameron Lumber Company
W. S. Ely
Pool contract aims for mid next month opening
The contractor says the pool should be ready for use by mid next month within a 90 day contract limit, barring unforeseen difficulties.
Scroggins Family Plans Weekend Trip to Abilene
Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Scroggins and daughter Dolores will leave Friday for Abilene to spend the weekend.
Monahans Seeks Bids for Concrete Reservoir and Pump House
Sealed proposals to construct a Concrete Surface Storage Reservoir and Pump House for the City of Monahans Texas will be received by Mayor E R Hill. Plans and specs by Koch and Fowler Dallas may be inspected or purchased with a $5 deposit. Bids due by 2 PM June 2, 1929 with a 5 percent bid bond. The city may reject any or all bids and wage penalties apply for low wages.
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E. R. Hill
Monahans
Texas
Koch and Fowler
Dallas
Texa
Kochan Fowler
Thirtava
Miss Margery Carver and Thomas Harris Set July 9 Wedding
Miss Margery Carver of Farmersville will marry Thomas Britton Harris of Odessa on July 9. A June 6 tea at the bride’s home hosted by her mother and sisters announced the engagement. Guests included Mrs. Pete McCurry and Mrs. S. F. Flores, with the bridal book and announcement notes shared in welcome.
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Margery Supply
Carver
Farmersville
Thomas Britton Harris
Thomas B. Harris
Odessa
Pete McCurry
Monehans
S. F. Flores
Seagraves
Monahens
McCurry
Lee Carver
Flores
Notice for Bids on 1939 Mon Shans Pickup
The Mivor of the City of Mon shans will receive sealed bids on a three quarter ton pickup with over toad springs and oversize heavy duty tires. Bids due by noon Wednesday June 21 1939. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Signed E R Hill M wor.
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Monshans
E. R. Hill
Monahans Couple Plans Home Here After Wedding
Miss Carver a Monahans school faculty member and Mr Harris of the Comanche Pipe Line are described as well known in Monahans. The couple will establish their home in Monahans.
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Carver
Monzahans
Monahans
Harris
Comanche Pipe Line
Clemmons Family Wins Beaumont Tower Theatre
The sale of the Tower Theatre to Clemmons Inc from J B Cunningham and A Sanders of Lubbock was completed this week. J B Clemmons Jr Mire Clemmons move to Monahans. Clemmons will replace Gene Lucy as manager of the Tower. Pecos and Alpine theatres owned by the Curid ham Sanders interests are included. Jr C will manage Pecos station. Sr C retired Beaumont executive resides there.
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Tower Theatre
J. B. Cunningham
Mr. A. Sanders
Lubbock
Clemmons
Cremmons
Pecos House
J. C
Beaumont
Evangelist from Dallas Conducting Revival This Week
Mrs. H. A. Tomls an evangelist from Dallas is conducting a revival at the Pentecostal Assembly of Jesus Christ. The revival continues all week with nightly meetings at 8 o clock inviting public attendance.
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H. A. Tomls
Dallas
Pentecostal Assembly of Jesus Christ
Fundamental Baptist Revival In Progress Sermon Series
A revival is now underway at the Fundamental Baptist Church with daily sessions. M. M. Griggs of Fleydada will preach each day at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., inviting the public to attend.
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Fundamental Baptist Revival
Fundamental Baptist Church
M. M. Griggs
Fleydada
Local visitors and social notes from the area
J. B. Cunningham of Lubbock was a business visitor here on Wednesday. Miss Ilda Vernon spent the past weekend in Dallas and Fort Worth.
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J. B. Cunningham
Lubbock
Ilda Vernon
Dallas
J. Worth
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Lamb
Peyton
Wickett
Siened
E. R. Hell
City of Monahans
Margery Carver
Thomas Harris
D. T. Truck
Engine Service
A. R. Dawson
W. S. Hiler and Company
John Crow
The
Old International
Weston Highway
Beaumont Bay Tower
Dall
Pentecostal Asselisly
Bhae Ae
Fostoria
Walter
Harwell
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