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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1933
Page
2
Consolidation of The Pecos Enterprise and Gusher with joint publication details and historical background. Editor Jack Hawkins and Manager Barney Hubbs listed with subscription rate of two dollars per year.
Notice for Pecos Texas readers states six months subscriptions cost one dollar and must be turned into the office by Wednesday to ensure inclusion in the current issue. The notice cites the Pecos post office and dates tied to standard government publication.
Pecos civic leaders hail widespread NRA support as a vital step toward national recovery. The editorial urges 100 percent local participation, notes 30 to 40 workers temporarily back on payrolls, and emphasizes fair play, cooperation, and swift correction of abuses as the blanket code unfolds.
Editorial argues voters will approve a constitutional change to allow the Texas legislature to issue up to 20 million dollars in relief bonds if absolutely needed. It cites US aid conditions, widespread poverty, winter ahead, and bankrupt counties, urging support to prevent starvation and freezing while promising checks to curb spending if conditions improve.
A plea urges continued funding for the Red Bluff dam project. Residents must petition the Regional Administrator and Washington, with delays blamed on held funds. The message emphasizes perseverance, noting that every dollar yields double in work and that Pecos property owners benefit regardless of lot size.
Duncan Kingston of Balmorhea was injured when his car overturned at the new bridge near Toyahvale. He received first aid in Balmorhea and was taken to Pecos for examination, where no serious injuries were found.
Secretary Swanson announced a $77 million program to modernize five U S battleships aiming to complete modernization of the fleet. The plan, pending approval by the public works board and the President, would mark a major shift toward treaty strength naval policy.
Pecos Valley Lodge Number 736 AP&AM meets on the second Tuesday at 7 30 P M. Visitors welcome. Also notices rent listings for a six room furnished home near Pecos Sanitarium and a furnished apartment. Power Co plans torpedoes and new fire control systems with gun elevation to modernize battleships and expand navy units.
The song by Richard Whiting and George Marion Jr fuels early buzz for Adorable a Fox Film romance featuring Janet Gaynor and Henry Garat at the Grand Theatre. Crew and performers hum the lilting waltz during production as Garat arrives in Hollywood under Fox contract and draws massive fan interest.
Mr and Mrs Lee O White have returned from an extended visit at Amarillo and other onhand points.
A garbled OCR snippet hints at a film or show note with uneven wording about a musical or comedy production. Readable elements mention direction and a likely title or performer sequence, but critical names, places, or dates are unresolved.
William L. Kerr, District Governor, leaves last Saturday for an extended tour of the 42nd Rotary district in New Mexico. He will visit 12 clubs including Las Cruces Deming Albuquerque Santa Fe Gallup and Roswell areas and conduct group assemblies during the official calls.
Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Tudor reside on South Hickory Street. Following a recent trip to Dallas for medical advice, Mr. Tudor is resting well, a bit of welcome news to his numerous friends in this area.
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