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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1923
Page
4
A Beecher quote extols the newspaper as a universal teacher and guide, arguing that millions wrongfully lack literature, schooling, and pulpit while the press serves as parent, school, theatre, and counselor for all, shaping daily life and thought.
The Shattuck Monitor argues that true freedom comes from individual physical independence and earning a living by one’s own effort. It laments that mastery of society and finance cannot replace personal liberty and warns that no man who relies on others needs government to curb him.
The Pecos note laments the town’s dwindling publicity and harder access for outsiders seeking information. It cites Shattuck Oklahoma’s Monitor urging constant attention and contrasts past Chamber of Commerce activity with current quiet, urging locals to recognize advertising value.
A Pecos reader warns against bad literature citing the Lubbock Avalanche on harmful effects of low reading choices. The piece urges individuals to judge reading material, emphasize elevating content, and have elders guide youth to avoid poisoning the mind.
A lengthy discussion on licensing for medical practice contrasts requirements for medical science with respect for alternative healing methods such as chiropractic and other therapies. The News cautions against overreach that could bar practitioners from four years of study while noting proposed amendments to clarify exemptions for non medical healers.
Christian Scientists chiropractors and optometrists voice concerns about a proposed Davis amendment to the Medical Practice Act. The News notes chiropractors’ fears may be justified even if the bill does not ban drugless healing, as it would require practitioners to take certain steps.
The passage describes two women in Ballinger panhandling the public, using a tambourine to solicit money after warnings to beware of such activity. A prior incident in November involved a collector for a dubious organization claiming half the funds, halted by police.
In a short scene set at ten P M Mrs Perkins asks John about a letter he mailed that day. The exchange shifts to humor as a missing pair of pants and a request for air prompt lighthearted banter between the couple.
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