Pecos Pecos Chamber Data Forecast Strong Growth Ahead
Gures by Ben Smith show 1936 gains over 1935 across postal receipts bank deposits and utility meters, with postal receipts rising 19 percent to 23735.18 and utilities up about ten percent. Housing expansion is expected to ease Pecos population growth with more homes and apartments under construction and civic efforts to attract renters and new residents.
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Ben Smith
Pecos
Hand of Man
Red Bluff
American Legion Hall
Pop Biggs
Frank Burns
Dick Chambers
Odessa
Periodic Health Check urged for Texans in new year
Dr. Geo. W. Cox, Texas state health officer, urges citizens to begin a periodic health examination in January to detect defects and risky habits. He notes exams prevent disease, heart trouble, diabetes, and nephritis by addressing causes early and reducing premature deaths.
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Austin
Texas
Geo. W. Cox
Pecos Chamber Drives Federal Building Bid and Local Growth
Sixteen years ago Congressman Hudspeth began a push that could yield a $50,000 federal building in Pecos as Chamber of Commerce activities continue. Meetings, plant work in El Paso, and a lively luncheon lineup with J C Penney, Safe Way, and Tulsa Neon mark ongoing efforts to draw new firms and industry to Pecos.
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Claud E. Hudspeth
Pecos
W. Crowdus
Pecos Light and Power Company
el Paso
Otto F. Graff
New York
Chamber of Commerce
J. C. Penney Company
Safeway
Tulsa Neon Company
Burford
H. H. Enoch
al Smith
Rotary Club
Knit fashion in cruise wardrobe finds and colors
A reader notes cruise wardrobe shop knit outfits with beige and gold tones suitable for many coats and accessories. One piece dresses feature diagonal braid details with white accents and white leather belts, priced reasonably, plus gray tones ease of wear.
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Cme
Texas State College
Toyah W M S Holds January Business Meeting
The Baptist W M S of Toyah met Tuesday afternoon January 5 at the church. After singing and prayer, scripture from John 14 was read. The president gave an address on The Year's Watch Word. A New Year greeting from Dr George Truett was read. They planned a January 27 missionary program at Mrs E B Daniel Jr home.
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Baptist
Toyah
Arrington
Cleveland
George Truett
E. B. Daniel, Jr
Daniel
Frank Powell
J. T. Moore
Chanters Entertain Tonight At Church
The Chanters from McMurray College will perform at the Methodist Church tonight at 7 30. The choir includes a boys quartet and a girls quartet with Gypsy Ted Sullivan White directing and Pauline Marlin as accompanist. Admission is free.
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McMurray College
Ted Sullivan White
Pauline Marlin
Visit Haynes Relatives Plan Winter Trip
VISIT HAYNES wrt. daughter Betty were guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex D. Haynes. Mr. Williams is the agency manager of the Bankers Life Insurance company of Des Moines. Mr. and Mrs. Williams and Betty were en route to Miami and Havana for the winter vacation.
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Betty
Mrs
Alex D
Banker’s Life Insurance Company
Des Moines
Iowa
Williams
Miami
Florida
Havana
Cuba
Old Days Were Hard On Penny Pitchers
The piece recalls early Paso residents facing harsh penalties for penny pitching and related games, referencing historic city limits and the mayoral era. It previews a radio program by Wells on Conoco, describing El Paso as a sunny metropolis with nearby attractions and winter activities.
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Mili
Neiz
Paso
Southwest
Ceri. Wells
WFA
Dallas
America
Conoco
Carryeth Wells
Conmtinen Oil Company
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Hubbs Printing Company
Pecos Valley News
Pecos Weenly Times
Hkeeves County Record
Enterprise and Gusher
Barney Hubbs
Travis Moorman
Broadway
Imerica
W. H. Browning, Jr
Christian Endeavor Society of the Christian Church
Jim Camp
Geo. Washington
Cruise Wardrobes
Smith
McAdoo
Traylor
Roosevelt
Toyah W. M.S
Tine
Gram
T. F. Moore
Barstow
C. E. Peck
Balmorhea
Adel
Continental Oil Company
McCoy
Jimmie Alberts
H. M. Gaty
Mgr
EL Paso, Texas
Southern Hotel
San Diego
California
Beegle Himself
Dot
E. S. McFadden
College Station
Enterprise
Ira B. Hoke
Grants Pass
Oregon
W. A. Patterson
United Air Lines
D. B. Colyer
Liams
Tion
High Sacrament
Croft
Werse TV
Dee
Mit
Dixie Gas
West Texas
Neighboring
West Texas Refining Company A Gt
Mrs. Ente
Mrs Initi Mok
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