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Newspaper
Monahans News
Location
Monahans, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1934
Page
1
The letter notes candidates filing and campaigning through July 28 in Monahans while reporting on booming business, highway progress, new lumber sheds, a Maj A E Lang residence, near completion stores, and planned parsonage construction. It also recalls civic growth, sewer work, a larger school, sidewalks, and Lions Club chatter about a hot meeting.
Announcement received by M T Yarbrough states Dodge passenger and commercial models drop from 25 to 45 per model. Plymouth also reduces all models with a Dodge model as low as 650 factory list price and Plymouth standard business coupe delivered in Monahans for 651.44.
Last Saturday the Texas Theatre attempted a $15 cash giveaway but lacked the correct number. This week the prize rises to $30 in cash with the same promotion to attract patrons.
A notice invites readers to unscramble a name from jumbled letters for a free theatre ticket at Texas Theatre. It references last week’s name H. E. Carter and offers tickets for any performance in the coming week.
N E Fielding of Monahans announces candidacy for county commissioner Precinct 2 subject to the Democratic primary July 28. He cites 32 years in Monahans and prior roles as road overseer and State Highway maintenance man plus service on the city’s first board of officials as qualifications. He pledges to dedicate time and talent to efficient service if elected.
Carpenters began work this week on the residence for Supt Maj A E Lang on South Minor Avenue. The seven room frame structure with stucco finish will be modern throughout and ready for occupancy by July 1. Lang has purchased four adjoining lots and plans further improvements.
D W Nichols of Ranger will arrive in Monahans next week to begin a revival meeting at the Church of Christ on Friday night June 29. Nichols is praised as a capable preacher known across the state. The church building, rebuilt last year, is noted for comfort and ventilation as services invite the public to attend.
District Attorney William L. Kerr of Pecos visited Monahans Monday afternoon as a candidate for re election. He has no opponent in the race and the community pledged support and votes for him.
Barstow reopens National Re employment office this week under district manager J R Martin in the Irrigation Building. Applications must be renewed every thirty days by card. The notice invites Ward county citizens to file applications for upcoming Red Bluff dam work.
Miss Almay Shane of Thurber and Mr. Raymond Landers of Grandfalls united in marriage at Barstow on June 18 in the County Judge F P Snelson’s office. The simple ceremony was witnessed by family and Barstow friends. The couple plans a short honeymoon to El Paso and will reside in Grand Falls.
Monahans Moguls travel to Penwell for a Sunday game at three oclock. The team added several new players and has won their last two games against Grand Falls and Jal NM. Local fans urged to attend and support a likely first of two games.
Wichita Falls June 14. Jose M. Pena died here May 22. Texas lost possibly its only citizen older than the state itself. Pena born in Mexico came to Texas while it was still part of Mexico and before it became a republic. Exact age not known but over 109.
A columnist notes that many people refuse to marry due to selfish tendencies, yet they rarely consider this flaw. The reflection explores social expectations and personal priorities shaping marriage decisions.
Pecos notes the fifth annual American Legion Rodeo on July 3 and 4, claiming the largest show yet with two days of bronc riding bull dogging horse racing steer roping and novelty events. Isola DeRacy, trans-Pecos calf roping champ, defends title while crowds come from across the country for big purses and Fourth of July festivities.
Mrs Floy McNabb first vice president and Mrs Swanee Willis pianist led delegates from several counties in the state convention of the Woodman Circle at the Del Norte hotel El Paso June 19 The event included initiations a Juarez luncheon sightseeing tours a Liberty Hall session and a post meeting dance by the El Paso Woodmen of the World chapter
Dr W O Rehmeyer purchased the building known as City County Hospital from J B Tubbs and will begin remodeling immediately. He plans to install modern equipment including X Ray fluoroscope and other devices, insulate for cooling and soundproofing, and refinish the interior. The work aims to complete soon and move from the Wildman building to the hospital.
R. G. Faucett buys a new Plymouth DeLuxe Town Sedan from M. T. Yarbrough, the local Dodge and Plymouth dealer, in a contemporary auto purchase.
Maj A E Lang of Wink newly chosen as Monahans schools superintendent and his family returned home after a several day tour of Bryan Galveston and other East Texas points. Lang attended a superintendent conference at A and M College Bryan where the convention urged state and national school support. He reported a dry state trip and noted Galveston seaside dips. The News issues a warning to Monahans students to watch their step as Lang emphasizes system and discipline.
Drs. E. J. Cook and Geo H. Garrett have temporary offices in the Theo Andrews home three doors east of their former Tubb building site near the City County Hospital. Dr. Cook rooms at the Worth hotel meanwhile. Hospital arrangements are expected to provide permanent offices with full facilities within a few days.
Ward county tax collector F I Dyer warns delinquent taxpayers that penalties rise from six to ten percent on 1932 and earlier taxes starting July 1 1984. After July 1 interest at six percent accrues from the date of delinquency, but no interest is charged if paid by July 1. An ad in the issue details penalties and potential savings since 1922 urging readers to pay now.
Glen Jelly Harry and Tate Dodd traveled to Fort Stockton Tuesday night for a ten round bout at Rooney Park. Jelly Harry faced Kid Ivey of Moe Carney in the main event. Ivey weighed 147 pounds and Harry 146. After ten rounds the referee ruled the match a draw.
Friends report Mrs. F. P. Gibson has returned home from Pecos hospital where she underwent an operation about ten days ago. She is improving and expected to be up and about soon.
State of Texas v Dick Yarbrough concluded in district court at Kermit with Yarbrough receiving a two year sentence the lightest among four defendants in the Barstow bank burglary. The trial tied to silver money deposits, buried loot, and corroborating evidence including broken buttons, fingerprints, torches, and tools. Prosecution by Kerr and Russell. defense by Hudson. jury deliberated after 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, reaching verdict by Wednesday noon.
Tom Vernon, a Monahans resident for seven years and former Hunt County deputy sheriff, announces candidacy for Constable of Precinct No 2. He seeks Democratic primary support on July 28, urging investigation of his record and pledging to value voters’ confidence regardless of campaign views.
A witty observation notes that a talent aided by publicity can gain recognition while alive, contrasting with the old notion that immortal fame comes only after death. The remark emphasizes modern publicity shaping reputation.
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