West Texas Farmers Attract To Pecos Center Country
Dr. I E Smith returns from Shreveport praising its growth but favors Pecos in central West Texas. He notes dry farming past and boll worm driven east farmers, urges local advertising to lure improving, funded settlers and irrigation-ready lands. Reeves County has idle irrigable land, needs better outreach to attract new residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. E. Smith
Shreveport
West Texas
Pecos
West
Texas
Reeves County
Ballot Theft Suspected in Mayfield Peddy Case
Charges against Earl B Mayfield in the Peddy ouster suit spark a ballot collection effort. About twenty men favor Mayfield and will gather votes, including Ben Randall of Pees. Ballots may be sent to Washington after two to three weeks. testimony starts February 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl B. Mayfield
Peddy
Mayfield
Yfield
Washin
Ben Randall
Pees
Itill
Washington
Neal
Testiony
Poll tax reminder for eligible voters
A notice urges eligible voters to pay their poll tax before the first of next month to maintain voting eligibility. It warns that failure to pay could bar participation in upcoming elections.
Pecos Sees Revival in Home Improvement Says Carpenters
Pecos residents report a surge in building and home improvements after a quiet year. Carpenters confirm activity is rising and anticipate busier times ahead, urging the community to keep the good work going.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecos
Editor Recovers Odd Package From Invisible Empire
Harry Hubert of the Coleman Voice received a mysterious package said to hold three robes and pillow slips from Atlanta. He opened it with trepidation, found Klux uniforms, and returned it marked opened by mistake. The notice notes a $1.03 express charge and the value claimed as $5,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Hubert
Coleman Voice
The
Invisible Empire
Atlanta
Georgia
Hubert
Knights of the
Express Office
Express
Dick McCarty
Albany News
Baird Star
Former Imperial Wizard Urges President to Suppress Klan
E Y Clarke, once leader of the Invisible Empire, appeals to President Coolidge to shut down the Ku Klux Klan. He argues the organization has become lawless and dangerous, noting past personal gain from klan coffers and predicting decline if high officials lose revenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Y. Clarke
The
Invisible Empire
Coolidge
Clarke
Evans
Klan
Baird
Roy I Biggs Declared for County Attorney Post
The Enterprise notes Roy I Biggs entering the race for county attorney, his second bid, and the likelihood of no opposition if he performs as well as his first term. The writer regards him as an efficient and diligent official and suggests a common Democratic preference for second terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy I. Biggs
Roy
Hudson seeks Democratic primary support for county treasurer
W. D. Hudson announces his candidacy for county treasurer subject to Democratic primaries in July. A 40 year county resident and former tax assessor for eight years, he has been a leading stockman who faced market collapse with other cattlemen and aided many residents to start in the county. He asks for votes and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Hudson
Hudson
O Neal Seeks Elective City Marshall Post in Pecos
L W Red O Neal announces his candidacy for city marshal of Pecos City subject to voter approval in the upcoming election. He currently fills the unexpired term of Lee Roddy who died, and seeks support in the spring vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. W
Red
The Monitor Urges Ads During Dull Times
The Oklahoma Monitor argues that a town’s fate hinges on local newspaper ads and urges merchants to advertise in slow periods, noting the value of steady publicity even in dull times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okla
Carpenter J. T. Barnes Faces Busy Season Ahead
J. T. Barnes, a carpenter, told the editor this week that he has several carpentry jobs lined up and will stay busy for some time. He and Mr. Hess are currently re-roofing the Collings residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Barnes
Mr. Hess
Collings
Not for Sale by Will Farrell at Ranger Texas
A poetic protest against oil leases near Ranger Texas contrasts a churchyard memorial with industrial wealth. The piece condemns land speculation and the pressure to lease or sell while affirming Texas history and the cemetery as a lasting monument.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Farrell
Ranger
Midas
Texas
Bob Majors Laid To Rest In Pecos Cemetery
The body of Bob Majors was interred at Fairview cemetery in Pecos after a service conducted by Rev. L. L. Thurston and the Knights of Pythias. He died at his home near El Paso of pneumonia at 41, leaving a wife, two sons, a daughter, and his aged father and siblings. friends express deep sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Majors
Fairview
Pecos
L. L. Thurston
Knights of Pythias
Bob” Majors
el Paso
Bob
EnTerprise
Draughen College Ad Offers Daily Money and Positions
An advertisement claims Draughen training offers daily money to men and women with positions secured or refunds. It urges contacting Draughen's College at Abilene or Wichita Falls for catalog and free guarantee contract with no payment until positions are secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Draughen
Draughen’s College
Abilene
Wichita Falls
Butler to Manage Coolidge 1924 Campaign
William M. Butler of Massachusetts, longtime Republican National Committee member and friend of Calvin Coolidge, will oversee the president's campaign for the 1924 Republican nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. M. Butler
Massachusetts
Republican National Committee
Coolidge
Hubbard Martin Hubbard marriage in Pecos Texas
Miss Katheryn Martin of Oklahoma City and Harry Hubbard of Carlsbad wed Sunday in Pecos Texas. Rev Johnson officiated then the couple drove to Carlsbad for a reception visit before returning to Texas. Mrs Hubbard trained at Arsline Convent Cascade Montana. Hubbard dairy farm ties highlight Carlsbad wishes for happiness.
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Katheryn Martin
Oklahoma City
Harry Hubbard
Carlsbad
H. D. Hubbard
Pecos
Texas
Johnson
Hubbard
City Election Candidacies Announced for Pecos March Election
The Enterprise publishes candidates for Pecos city offices to be decided in April elections. The notice lists those authorized to announce their candidacy for the position of City Marshal.
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City of
Pecos
Piles Cured in Six to Fourteen Days Claim
Druggists pledge rapid relief from itching burning and protruding piles with PAZO content. If it fails to cure customer may return for remedy. Believed by Sekine Piles to restore restful sleep after first application. Price 0-
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Reeves County Record
Pecos Times
John Hibdon
FIE
American Press Assoc
Santa Anna
Mexico
Red West
Jessamine
Wild Rose
Merriman
Pegos Valley
State Bank
State of Texas
Guaranty
Guaranty Fund
Reeves Co
Pepe Ts Gene
PAL
Reeves
J. G. Love
Walter Browning
J. A. Crane
D. K. Tudor
A. D
Jane Looby
Notary Public
First National Bank
U. S
Banking House
Lawful Reserve
Federal Reserve
U. Treasurer
United States
County of
I. T. H. Beauchamp
T. H. Beauchamp
C. C. Kountz
H. R. Anderson
R. S. Johnson
D. W. Bozeman
E. L. Collings
Friend
R. N. Couch
C. Vaughan
W. W. Camp
W. A. Hendricks
M. A. Dardin
E. B. Kiser
Oolidge
Oacle
L. W. O’neil
Tutt’s
Grove
Nebraska
F. F. Fuqua
Axel
Austin Nursery
F. T. Ramsey & Son
Austin
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