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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1922
Page
6
The article warns that the craze for amusements will ruin civilization. It cites crowds chasing pleasure, rising populations, and new entertainments as eroding serious work and moral standards, linking current mania to ancient declines.
A public appeal praises William H. Hays for his fight against moving pictures and urges Christians to support his drive to clean screens and close theatres showing immoral subjects. The piece warns of societal decay and calls for reform of amusements to protect youth and families.
The piece argues for constructive action over endless complaints. It suggests halving effort in critical work, replacing grumbling with positive deeds, and using time to improve society while acknowledging ongoing problems.
Texas faces recurring floods causing damage and loss while considering drainage, irrigation, and water power. The Texas Chamber of Commerce organizes a state wide committee, coordinating local associations to develop a comprehensive flood control plan for the entire state.
Texas Commercial News cites a comprehensive and efficient plan for drainage irrigation flood control and water supply as essential to Texas safety and orderly development. The item notes the plan’s scope and necessity for long term regional stability and growth.
A narrator describes frequent visits to a family aiding their transition to life in the United States. The family is welcoming and the daughter has learned home canning, jelly making, fig preserving, and pickling since June 19.
Mrs. Ethel Brandon of Victoria county Coral Home Demonstration Agent recounts aiding a German man and his daughter in adapting to American life. He sought guidance on cooking and living in the United States as his farm produced abundant crops that they could not consume.
Heat drains energy and taints vitality, but two Ironized Yeast tablets with each meal can restore strength and endurance. The ad promises quick recovery from fatigue and urges a free three day test by mailing a postcard to Ironized Yeast Co. Dept. 94 Atlanta Ga.
A limited land offer invites farmers to take 12 acres with no cash payment beyond 5 percent earnest money. Land is to be cleared and improved with black loam soil and good groundwater. First payment is December 19 with 10 annual installments. Prices range from 25 to 40 dollars per acre.
Advertising rates announced for Pecos Enterprise readers at 49 cents per inch or 10 cents per line, outlining cost structure and placement options for local businesses.
The ad promotes the Sunday El Paso Herald at 2.50 per year noting 8 full pages of comics 6 in color 2 pages of Herald Junior and 2 pages of magazines with 24 pages of news. It urges every Pecos Valley ranch household to subscribe as the greatest newspaper value in the southwest.
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