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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1934
Page
1
The Carlsbad Current Argus urges Carlsbad to imitate major north south rodeos and notes Pecos Valley’s history of top riders. The column warns Carlsbad could eclipse the Pecos Rodeo if it lands a national fame event and overshadows local plans.
Louis envisions an American Legion Rodeo expanding into an Old Timers event with parades square dances fiddlers contests chuck wagon dinners and occasional historical representations Pecos has run a four year rodeo and seeks to raise the standard with homegrown amateur performers to protect their unique cow country identity.
At a Pecos Chamber luncheon at the Brandon Hotel, County Judge Woolfolk and State Senator Regan urged backing from the State Highway Department to blacktop the Pecos Saragosa road. They framed it as justice to Salmorhea, a boost for Madera Valley travel, and a precursor to tourist traffic to the UT observatory and Scenic Drive.
Pecos residents will honor President Roosevelt on January 30 with a birthday ball at the high school auditorium. Rotary sponsors raise funds for the Infantile Paralysis Foundation with proceeds sent to Warm Springs. Local committees arrange decorations and reception as Southern Entertainers play, and Roosevelt will address the crowd via radio hookup.
Reeves county voters are urged to pay poll taxes before the deadline with a big election year ahead. Only 355 of about 1200 expected payments have been received, as January 1 ends the filing period leaving twelve days to comply. The sheriff's office cautions a rush later in the month and notes past years in which over 1500 were issued.
At Austin the State Board of Water Engineers granted Red Bluff Water Power Control district a permit to build the Red Bluff dam and impound 300000 acre feet of river water. District officials said the approval clears a key bond contract step with the United States government as they expect final bond contract drafts to arrive soon. J H Miller vice president and district leaders attended the hearing.
Jess Hardy becomes another accidental gunshot sufferer this year when a shotgun in his hand discharged as he stepped from a car. His finger was at the gun’s end when the weapon fired.
Ira J Bell, long associated with Pecos Valley development and previously in Washington D C, was returned to Pecos Thursday after a paralytic stroke a few weeks earlier. He is reported only slightly improved and is staying at Camp sanitarium.
The Enterprise announces Sheriff Louis Roberson’s candidacy for re election as sheriff and tax collector. He is praised as efficient, conscientious, and industrious and is said to know nearly every voter and be in touch with county affairs. He bases his bid on past administration.
Highway Patrolmen Joe Fletcher and J N Avary warn Reeves County motorists to buy 1954 license plates by February 1 to avoid a 20 percent penalty. Driving with last year tags after February 1 could bring a 100 to 200 dollar fine as enforcement tightens. About 190 cars have the new tags, with 1100 to 1200 licenses expected. deadline is February 1, 1954.
J B Hudson announces candidacy for re election after years of efficient administration as county treasurer. He is described as quiet, unassuming, diligent, and deeply familiar with the county, having lived there most of his life.
Mr and Mrs Eston Edge announce the arrival of a seven pound baby girl born Sunday morning.
Oil development reports show proration allowances raised in Loving, Ward, and Scarborough pool in Winkler county, with increases of 140, 10, and 10 barrels daily respectively. Freets Oil Company wildcat well in Zeeyves county reaches 1500 feet, near Pecos, with no estimate yet as it awaits shooting. Reeves county exploration history noted as best so far.
F R Van Swearingen district Purina feeds representative for Fort Stockton died Monday night in a San Angelo hospital after a brief illness. He visited Pecos periodically and was well known there. Burial was in Missouri.
Friends of Mr and Mrs Joe Hinson and daughter Wilma Ruth report the family has returned from Ft Worth.
Two Detroit men Finn Ferguson and Jack Hodge, among the Creamy McCrea Chevrovet trio, were convicted and given five year suspended sentences. They were released Tuesday, then later sought shelter at Mrs J W Duncan’s home, asking to spend the night as they faced night’s loneliness.
Miller Brothers Tire Co announces Pecos operation handling Federal passenger car and truck tires. C B Nunn former Sweetwater manager will run the business, located in the Hardy building with Downs Truck and Tractor Co. Partners K M Miller of Sweetwater and L Miller of San Angelo, prominent west Texas tire dealers, target Pecos as a key regional city.
Dr J L Kincannon elected to serve as District Chairman of the Pecos district Buffalo Trail Council Boy Scouts of America succeeding W Earl Bell at Pecos district Scouters meeting at the Brandon Hotel. Pecos district includes Reeves Ward Winkler Loving counties with active troops in Pecos Barstow Mentone Wink Monahans. A C Williamson Scout Executive praised troop work and noted membership gains in 1933 1932. Buffalo Trail Council annual meeting planned for Big Spring January 23.
In step with improving business and Red Bluff dam prospects Holsey and Joe's Tire Store announces expansion. A new standalone tire department will be added to the Third and Cedar streets site with a full Seiberling tire stock. Watch for further announcements.
Voters in Red Bluff Water Power Control District No. 1 face a $2,600,000 bond measure secured by a federal loan. The polling places span eight precincts across Loving Ward Pecos counties with judges named for each site. Eligible voters include those in the Red Bluff boundaries with a 1982 poll tax. Barstow records show no qualified voters in town.
C C Finley of Pecos seeks election to county commissioner for Precinct 1. He was appointed after the death of J B Eisenwine and now completes one term. Finley cites his impartial administration and strong county knowledge as basis for his candidacy.
The Pecos Chamber of Commerce may form an employes division separate from the current organization to act as a clearing house for ideas from salaried workers in the city. Secretary H. P. Davis invites suggestions on structuring the new branch.
Admiral Koonee, commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, addressed Pecos veterans at the Brandon Coffee Shop. Capt. W. W. Dean presided over a luncheon session with heavy ex service man attendance. More on the admiral's address to follow next week.
The venerable Pecos pioneer B Briscoe celebrated his 88th birthday Sunday with a quiet family dinner hosted by daughter Mrs. R. E. Johnson. Relatives and many friends gathered to extend felicitations and wishes for many happy returns of the day.
Pecos woke to a leaden sky as large flakes fell and melted quickly due to above freezing temperatures. If the snow had remained, two inches was estimated. the coldest January so far this winter stood at two above zero, and the moisture provided slight relief for ranchers.
In Pecos this week Congressman R. E. Thomason quoted Relief Administrator Hopkins saying the Civil Works program would continue at least into early summer. County Judge J B Woolfolk received a telegram confirming Hopkins’ interview. Rumors of curtailment had circulated prior to the message.
A school serving about 650 nearby residents is being bought by petitioners from the district. County Superintendent J. B. Woolfolk has been contacted and developments are expected within days.
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