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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1935
Page
6
County agent Ted Johnston warns that without prompt countermeasures the leaf worm could reduce this year's cotton yield by about 50 percent. He notes many farmers have already bought poison and stresses early, even coverage using arsenate of lead or arsenate of lime, with dusting or sprayer methods, to curb rapid reproduction.
Sealed proposals to Red Bluff Water Power Central District Pecos Texas for two contracts 62-A1 and 62-K2 for gate valves entrance tubes throttling service valves and steel components plus two 15x22 foot Tainter gates and accessories will be received until 1 00 PM Tuesday August 27 1935. Plans specifications and federal agency provisions apply.
The Pecos valley may gain a new revenue source as the State Seed Board certifies alfalfa seed production. The Alfalfa Seed Producers' Association formed in Barstow to secure certification, with Dr. Hubert and R. V. Miller of the State Board inspecting fields. About 500 acres passed inspection, and drought conditions favor seed crops over hay. If successful, certification could bring broad benefits and a cooperative marketing structure may form later.
Petition circulated this week protesting Trinity Drilling Company orders that employees leave the Lingering area under threat of job loss. Joe Bush of Midland heads the company. Drilling crew moved to Parsons this week. Local businessmen and residents discuss the cause while court authorities prepare notices in Pecos Texas.
A local buyer named Wildman completed purchase of a prime parcel in the heart of the Momahans Cousiness district. The site currently houses Greer Shee Shen cafe and Western Realtr Barter Breanadkemp Sr. made two business trips to assess the property this week.
The Methodists entertained with a large lawn party honoring Mr. and Mrs. G D Taylor. Guests included Mr and Mrs J R Walker and many locals. Several attendees departed for Midland Odessa Pecos and California while revival meetings begin at the Baptist church.
Dr. Conk Cook and Muller of Monahans present bed prepared plans and specifications for an up to date hospital to be erected adjoining the present city county building. Equipment will include X ray machines equal to any similar instruments in West Texas.
The funeral for Billy Frank Nobles son of Mr and Mrs M C Nobles was held Sunday afternoon two years after his birth. He died following a 16 day illness. Services led by EHer Joe B Scrimshire and Rev A G Abbott occurred at the Methodist Church with soloist Mrs D E Klinger and pianist Beverly Vaughan. Pallbearers named and relatives listed attend. Enterprise extends sympathy to the Nobles family.
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