ICC Orders Rate Study in Abilene Led by WTCC
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered a study of U. S. freight rate levels including zone systems to modernize and equalize rates. The move follows a WTCC initiated effort dating to 1938 and a Congress backed mandate spurred by a Senate hearing. The WTCC argues Texas bears heavy freight charges with 61 percent excess in common point areas and 85 percent in differential zones.
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Abilene
West
Congress
Senate
West Texas Chamber
Marvin Jones
House Agriculture Committee
West Texas Chamber of Commerce
WTCC
Texas
Eggs for Stamina and Cooking Guide from Pecos
A Pecos feature covers eggs as protective foods rich in protein and iron, with guidance on daily intake and cooking methods. It lists soft and baked custards, creamed eggs, poached eggs in cream, and meringues, plus notes on digestion and nutrition from a study of American diets.
Business Visitor Jim Frost Sees Pecos Monday
Jim Frost of Monahans traveled to Pecos on Monday for business. He met local contacts and discussed potential deals during his visit.
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Jim Frost
Monahans
Pecos
Miss Nell DeZelle Visits After Pecos School Years
Former Pecos high school faculty member Miss Nell DeZelle spent a brief weekend visit with friends here before continuing a California vacation.
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Nell DeZelle
Pecos High School
Miss DeZell
California
South Africa unveils new air bomber capable of high speed
South Africa introduces a new air bomber with a top speed of 330 miles per hour, showcasing improved performance. The unveiling highlights advancements in aviation tech and military capabilities for the region.
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South Africa
Thousand Dollar Smile Mrs Murray in Pecos
Mrs Gilbert Murray of Mona hans spent the week in Pecos at her parents home recovering from a tonsillectomy last weekend. Mr and Mrs J L Tarver visiting Alpine summer school were here last weekend to see their daughter Elizabeth and Mrs Tarver's parents Mr and Mrs W E Reeder.
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Archie Ross
Betty Ann
David McClesky
Chuckie
Comstock
Pecos
Gilbert Murray
Monahans
Floyd Brownlee
J. L. Tarver
Alpine
Elizabeth
West Texas Laws Limit Fresh Water Fishing and Licenses
The Texas Game Department announced two West Texas laws affecting hunting and fishing. One bans selling fresh water fish west of the Pecos River, impacting Val Verde and surrounding counties. The universal hunting license now covers 21 counties, including El Paso and Brewster, with license details and costs for residents and non residents. A 90 percent of license revenue must stay in the county of collection, and shooting preserve operators no longer owe a 10 percent share. The 5 dollar shooting preserve license remains. The article also notes a Dimmit County 4-H project using Catarina Farms for a public wildlife demonstration and a San Saba Doe whelps six sets of twins after fawn loss.
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Texas
Game Department
West Texas
Pecos River
Val Verde County
Pecos
Terrell
Reeves, Culberson
Hudspeth
el Paso
Jeff Davis
Presidio
Brewster
Harris County
Hill Country
West
Medina County
Harris
Maverick
Mason, Kerr, Schleicher
Sutton, Kimble, Real
Edwards
Planco
Llano
Kendall
Killespie, Kinney
Medina
Game, Fish and Oyster Commission
Crockett, el Paso
Culberson
Val Verde
Roadrunner diet challenged quail egg myths in Texas study
Experts from the game department studied roadrunner food habits in the west and south Texas region. They found no evidence of quail or their eggs in stomach contents, with 85.6 percent insects mainly grasshoppers comprising the diet and protecting the bird for insect control.
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Game Department
West
South
Texas
Game Fish official to speak at Scout regional meet near Marathon
Phil Goodrum director of research and education for the Texas Game Fish and Oyster Commission will be a principal speaker at the regional Boy Scouts of America meeting near Marathon in the Big Bend on August 15. He will also confer with scouts about state wildlife programs while in attendance.
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Phil Goodrum
Texas Game Fish and Oyster Commission
Boy Scouts of America
Marathon
Big Bend
Goodrum
State Bay
Scout Officials Discuss Wildlife Program with Alpine Official
Scout authorities and Drie Baer of Alpine, regional game manager for the game department, will confer on Pittman Robertson projects proposed for west Texas and surrounding areas.
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Drie Baer
Pittman - Rober
Wes T
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ICC
Westex C
Ruth J. Cooper
Breeder-Feeder Association
Outhwestern Greyhound Lines
Greyhound Companies
Texans
Greyhound Lines
Greyhound
National Safety Council
America
Southwest
Greyhound Terminal
Rep
Price Daniel
Liberty
Texas Young Democrats
Clara Driscoll
Democratic National
D Catarina High School
Catarina Farms Co
Dimmit County
4-H Club
Gibbons Ranch
San Saba County
John Wood
Brownwood
John Gibbons
J. H. Wallace
L. E
Paris
London
Ang
GMC
GMCS
Downs-Sullivan Motor CO
Pecos, Texas
Coprecee
CME
Badger-Herring Sales and Drug Co., Inc
Odessa
Southland
Brewers of America Real
United Brewers Industrial Foundation
East 40Th Street
New York
N. Y
Liquor Control Board
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