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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1923
Page
3
The editor argues constructive criticism beats mere complaint and calls for organized town improvement funded by prudent public spending. He notes rural-to-urban migration impacts Georgia and other South states, with workers drawn northward and costs rising as farms are stripped. Economic balance hinges on thoughtful policy and timely construction costs.
The piece argues for compulsory vocational training in public schools to replace the old apprenticeship system. It notes high dropout rates among 2.5 million students and contends trained workers would boost wages by about 4.2 million dollars daily nationwide, elevating payroll and national productivity. It calls for forcing trade education to prepare youth for solid employment and citizenship.
The July 28 week saw 1 041 044 revenue freight cars loaded nationwide, up 12 177 from the prior week and 1.2 percent. Grain, coal, ore, livestock and miscellaneous freight rose, while coke and some district loads fell or lagged year over year. Since year start, total cars loaded reached 27,960,211.
Washington dispatch notes Coolidge swings into action September 4 with Campbell Slemp named secretary, signaling stronger southern GOP support. Slemp, a Virginia figure linked to postmaster patronage accusations, becomes Coolidge's first key appointment, part of a 1924 nomination strategy.
Revenue freight figures show 23,272,374 cars in the analogous 1922 period and 21,634,860 in the 1921 period, indicating year over year changes in traffic volume. The data highlights growth trends between the two prior years.
A humorous dialogue frames a motorist demanding three odd parts from a dealer after a ninety day guarantee. The motorist asks for a right hand blade a left ear and five front teeth, prompting a blunt dealer reply about what is wanted.
An old style warning against calomel as a dangerous drug and praising Dodson’s Liver Tone as a safe vegetable substitute. The ad claims calomel causes cramping sickness and salivation while Liver Tone cleanses the liver without salts and is safe for children.
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