Oil Developments In Big Lake District Accelerate Activity
Big Lake field shows rapid drilling with thirteenth producer already in operation and more wells near pay. New wildcatters target fresh areas as Big Lake remains in its infancy with multiple rigs active across Mid Kansas Cogdell California Pete Hoffman West Texas Virginia Co Crockett Syndicate Bell Regan J. K. Hughes Armstrong Stover University Grayson Ladd and Frank Pickrell noted among crews and locations. Big Lake No. 14 expected soon and further reports pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Lake No. 14
Big Lake News
Big Lake
Mid-Kansas
MclIntosh Ranch
Cogdell
California
Pete Hoffman
West Texas-Virginia Co
Irion County
Barnhart
Texan 3
Crockett Drilling Syndicate
University Land
Blackstone
Bell & Regan
Upton Co
Flatrock
J. K. Hughes
Armstrong & Stover
Center Southwest
Parent-Teacher Association Holds December Meeting
The December meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association was held Friday afternoon in the High School auditorium with Mrs. M. W. Collie presiding. Mrs. B. R. Stine spoke on the influence of clothes on character and Mr. Norman contributed a pertinent talk. The gist urged neatness and simpler dress for school children. The ninth grade won the quarter holiday. adjournment set for January first Friday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parent-Teacher Association
M. W. Collie
B. R. Stine
Norman
Bridge Dinner Hosted by Judge and Mrs. Howard
Judge and Mrs. J B Howard hosted the Lion Tamers Club at their west town home Friday night. A three course dinner was followed by bridge games with Capt. W W Dean Dr. O J Bryan H C Roberson J W Moore Mrs Marion Snow Hudson Mrs Clarence Bell and Mr. Harry Hinkle among the guests.
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J. B. Howard
Lion Tamers’ Club
Own
Howard
W. W. Dean
O. J. Bryan
H. C. Roberson
J. W. Moore
Marion Snow Hudson
Clarence Bell
Harry Hinkle
Christmas Signs in Town and Local Life
Local notes report Santa signals in stores, family travels to El Paso, new electric lighting installed, ranch activity, court attendance, and community bereavement. Mrs. S. E. Brack dies of pneumonia near Pecos. funeral held at Christian Church with six pallbearers and burial in Fairview Cemetery.
Pecos Boys Plan Open Air Christmas Tree for Mexican People
The Pecos volunteers, five representative youths, will hold an annual Christmas tree in town on Christmas night if weather allows. The gesture aims to spread good cheer to Mexican residents, strengthen cross race bonds, and promote better citizenship. They seek generous donations from the community.
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Pecos
District Court Reconsiders Maulding Murder Case Verdict
District Court convened with Judge Charles Gibbs presiding as the J. G. Maulding murder case opened. A jury drawn from 100 special venire found the defendant not guilty after brief deliberation, with court adjourning to resume civil dockets next Monday.
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Charles Gibbs
J. G. Maulding
Merry Wives Club Honors Mrs J B Howard
The Merry Wives Club of Pecos honored Mrs J B Howard at a farewell dinner hosted by Dr and Mrs Jim Camp as she and her family plan to move to El Paso. Guests included club members and local residents, and a Dutch silver vase was presented with rhymed praises.
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Merry Wives Club
Pecos
Jim Camp
J. B. Howard
el Paso
Margaret Howard
Kathryn Dean
Celia Prewitt
Frances Hurt
J. W. Moore
Howard
Albert Sisk
Sid Cowan
E. L. Collings
Wildie Runnels
Joe. Moore
L. W. Anderson
Will Cowan
H. T. Collier
Elmer Johnson
Tom McClure
Camp
B. R. Stine
Reynolds-Smith Couple Wed Near Pecos
Miss Bessie Reynolds eldest daughter of Mrs. E.G. Reynolds and Noel Smith married Wednesday night after a quick trip to Maria. Smith, brother of Paul Smith, runs a Marfa Presidio truck line. They reside with his parents in Presidio as newlyweds.
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Bessie Reynolds
Noel Smith
Maria
Bessie
E.G. Reynolds
Pecos
Card of Thanks for Imo Mann Bereavement
Family members express gratitude for comfort and ministrations after Imo Mann's death. Appreciation extends to friends for sympathy and flowers contributed by J L Mann and family Carl Morrison J A Leeman Lucy Mitchel and sons.
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Imo Mann
J. L. Mann
Carl Morrison
J. A. Leeman
Lucy Mitchel and Sons
Pecos County Oil Activity Reported Progress
From Fort Stockton Pioneer drilling on the Transcontinental Oil Company well in section C-4, G C S F railway survey and the Arkansas Natural Gas Company well in section 11, block T T C Ry Company survey is progressing satisfactorily. Machinery for drilling the well on section 30, block 178, T C Ry Co survey is being delivered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Stockton
Transcontinental Oil Company
Arkansas Natural Gas Company
Rumor of Transcontinental Oil Drilling at Tom McKenzie Ranch
A report claimed Transcontinental Oil would drill east of Stockton on the Tom McKenzie ranch. A reliable source states the report has no foundation and no drilling is planned in the near future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Transcontinental Oil Company
Tom McKenzie
Stockton
Geologists in Pecos County Near Completion of Surveys
Dozens of geologists have been working in Pecos County for months. They remain actively engaged and will soon finalize thorough reports and surveys for their respective companies.
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Pecos County
Leasing Rumors Signal Major Acreage Negotiations
After a slow week leasing activity, reports indicate negotiations are underway for large tracts of land under serious consideration. The chatter points to potential deals involving sizable acreage with multiple parties showing interest.
Dentist Dr. C. J. Magee Reaches Home After Vacation
Dr. C. J. Magee has returned from a month long trip visiting the International Dentists Convention in Dallas and a stay with Mrs. Magee in Chicago. Mrs. Magee, a leading educator in Chicago, teaches there and often visits Pee cos during vacations.
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C. J. Magee
Dallas
Novemer
Peecos
Big Lake News Reopens Under Hibdon as Editor
The Big Lake News appears enlarged and improved after Jet Hibdon takes charge as editor and manager. Excerpt notes his experience as a writer and printer, promising a prosperous future, while M A Wilson remains as local reporter and solicitor assisting the publication.
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Big Lake
Jet “Hibdon
M. A. Wilson
Fort Stockton
West Texas Chamber of Commerce Live Wires
Upshur Vincent lauds the West Texas Chamber of Commerce as the most dynamic business body in the region. He argues it has achieved more for West Texas towns than larger organizations, and that dues are the best investment for small cities.
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West Texas Chamber OF Commerce
Live Wires
West Texas
Chamber of Commerce
Pecos Reports Decided Weather Change Tuesday
Weather in and around Pecos showed a decided change with a notable temperature drop and a gentle fall of snow in the late evening and night. The snow coated the ground and provided some moisture but not enough to be highly beneficial.
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Pecos
Prominent Engineer A H Dunlap Tours Pecos Irrigation Sites
A H Dunlap of the State Board of Water Engineers and colleagues surveyed Pecos River sites yesterday and today for two reservoirs to store water for irrigation of thousands of acres. The US Geological Survey collaborates on the project. Officials predict widespread optimism and economic revival once construction is assured.
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A. H. Dunjlap
State Board of Water Engineers
Pecos
Dunlap
U. S. Geological Survey
Insect Eating Plant Sundew Described By Detroit News
The sundew is an insect eating plant that uses a shining sticky secretion from glands to lure and trap prey. Edges curve inward forming a stomach like pouch where an acid digestion occurs and undigested parts are expelled for another meal.
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Detroit News
Teachers Examination Held Last Week In Pecos
A Pecos teachers examination was held by the county examining board on Friday and Saturday. Four applicants were listed but only three appeared: Mrs Lena Roberts of Saragosa Mrs Emra Mills of Balmorhea and Miss Delma Alexander of Pecos. The county board includes Mrs Wylig Cole and Mrs J W Brooks. The state board advises those building on certificates to continue taking examinations until they are complete.
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Pecos
Léna Roberts
Saragosa
Emra Mills
Balmorhea
Delma Alexander
Wylig Cole
J. W. Brooks
State Board of Education
County Commissioners Court Meets In Regular Session
The County Commissioners Court met Monday in regular session with all members present A W Hosie of Toyal C C Kuntz of Balmorhea J E Fisenwine and R N Couch of Pecos attended the meeting transacting routine business.
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County Commissioners Court
A. W. Hosie
Toyal
C. C. Kuntz
Balmorhea
J. E. Fisenwine
R. N. Couch
Pecos
Brack Family Thankful Amid Illness and Death
The Brack family expresses heartfelt thanks for kindness shown during the illness and death of their wife, mother, and sister. S. E. Brack and children Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Brack appreciate support from friends and relatives.
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W. E. Brack
Woman Novelist Gene Stratton Porter Dies in Los Angeles
Gene Stratton Porter, noted novelist and short story writer, died in a Los Angeles hospital from injuries after her car collided with a street car earlier Saturday evening.
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Los Angeles
Gene Stratton
Porter
Lady Wins Bridge Prizes Turns to Poultry Hobby
A local woman famed for bridge wins buys an incubator, places twelve dozen eggs and hatches one chick. She tells a neighbor she finally sees the so called booby hatch in action, a curious poultry quirk she had heard about.
Speed and Endurance Talk on the Road
Fragmentary, but hints at a boastful admonition about speed in motor cars. Mentions endurance and boasting, with a sharp line about a wife spending it. Read as a cautionary verse on reckless driving and finances.
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Catherine Walker
Mildred VanDeren
Cromwell Barlow
Herndon Crenshaw
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Ruby Pauline
Elton Wesley
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William Earl
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Fannie Cain
L. A. Richards
W. R. Glasscock
Elmer Wadley
Joe Youngblood
Roy Roberts
John Oglesby
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DR. C. J. Magee
A. H. Dunlap
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