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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1934
Page
2
The Pecos Enterprise and Gusher consolidated on May 16 1925 after years of separate edition history and prior merges. The merged paper combined staff and resources to serve Reeves County with updated news coverage and local reporting moving forward from early 20th century origins.
A 24 percent reduction in fire insurance rates benefits Pecos residents and businesses, credited to the efficient Pecos Volunteer Fire Department amid several near fires. Six weeks to city elections bring three council seats a mayor and city secretary marshal. Possible Freels Oil Co well in Reeves county may prove Reeves county hosts a potential oil pool site.
Senator Margie Neal and Representative W T Savage push a bill to create a commission and allocate 250000 for a centennial celebration. The Legislature carries the Centennial Committee report but must secure a governor and House consent to use voter approved authority. The Enterprise says action should proceed without delay to properly honor Texas independence.
Mrs A G Hobbs Jr has been in Abilene for two weeks receiving treatment for an infected ear and will return to Pecos Saturday with her husband evangelist A G Hobbs. They will visit Abilene Christian College, and friends extend congratulations on her recovery.
Scouts nationwide join President Roosevelt’s call to aid the needy within two weeks. Pecos troop 29 scouts met at Leader Grocery to hear the address and commit to working with welfare agencies to collect food furniture and clothing. Mayor Toliver and Scoutmaster Thompson urged full effort as the Franklin D. Roosevelt award for 1933 was presented to Jerry Files at the Presbyterian church.
A. L. Binkley, manager of the Foxworth Galbraith Lumber Co. at Balmorhe, was a pleasant visitor in Pecos Tuesday.
Health guidance urges fresh air, outdoor recreation, and moderation in eating and work. Advice covers hygiene, voting to prevent infection, annual medical checks, and avoiding self medication. Includes cautions on water quality, dirty streets, and public health risks. N. F. Chapman.
A Sweetwater Texas ad invites readers to order baby chicks by mail from Box 907 with all breeds available and guaranteed 100 percent live delivery. The notice emphasizes low prices and customer satisfaction.
The 1934 Chevrolet uses an enclosed Knee Action independent front suspension to equalize front and rear spring frequency. The system, housed in a oil bath, keeps wheels, axle and brakes in place while improving ride smoothness, handling, safety at speed and tire economy.
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