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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1924
Page
4
In Pecos and Reeves County the community mourns Jack G. Love a devoted leader who dedicated thought time and money to future plans for the region. He is praised for seeing needs and pursuing solutions while setting aside selfish interests for the town and county.
A brief notice urges readers to pay their poll tax immediately while they consider the obligation.
The ENTERPRISE editor departs early morning by eastbound train for a week or more of travel. In his absence Mrs Hibdon Richard Lynn and J G Crawford will run the paper. Crawford will handle the main load but is fully capable.
Will C Edwards of the Denton Record Chronicle announces candidacy for Texas lieutenant governor. He is described as a splendid newspaper man and businessman with honest straightforward and level headed character. His supporters include many Texas newsmen who know him and his qualifications.
On January first Sam Braswell joined Sam P Harbin in printing the Texas Christian Advocate. Braswell now leads the Texas Press Association and Harbin serves as secretary. They secured a ten year contract and established a well equipped Richardson office to produce quality issues.
A brief notice from the local election authority warns residents there are only six days remaining to pay the poll tax. It urges prompt action to avoid voting restrictions and potential penalties.
The Enterprise announces Julius Eisenwine as a candidate for commissioner of precinct No. 1, subject to the July primaries. He has served as a good officer and performed his duty, though a majority opposed him and he could not influence county expenditures as he wished.
The message warns that re election of the official and three others of similar standing in other county precincts could trigger broad salary cuts and reduced county spending. It urges readers to use their influence to support him in the forthcoming primary election.
The notice warns that missing the February 1 deadline makes a person ineligible to vote and implies protests against county state and national governance are misguided.
The second interdenominational gathering met January 14 at Mrs. H. C. Ferris home. Mrs. Ira J. Bell spoke on Southern Baptist Missionary Work in Japan and Mrs. W. W. Runnels on Methodist Missionaries in Japan.
The Thursday Bridge Club met yesterday with five tables playing five games. Mrs. H. C. Ferris was elected to replace Mrs. G. C. Parker who resigned, while Mrs. H. B. Prickett won high score. A salad course followed for members and guests including Mesdames Ira J. Bell Mariel Beauchamp Walter Browning J. A. Crane Marian Snow Hudson Max Krauskopf Chas Manahan David Tudor Clay Slack R. E. Williams J. N. Green J. W. Parker and El Paso visitors R D Mahoney Harry and Toa Anderson.
John B. Young, Toyah merchant and longtime friend of the Enterprise editor, died Monday January 21 at 12 30 pm from aggravated pneumonia. A former T P engineer, he chose business life with wife Mrs Young and built a respected Toyah store. The body was shipped to Big Spring for burial as the town extends sympathy.
S C Vaughan owner of the Alamo Play Grounds proposes turning Pecos playground into a community project. He will sell 120 shares at 25 dollars each to form a group that will manage the facility. Vaughan says he will exit with about 3000 dollars invested.
A column denounces manipulated vote figures from a so called state proposal convention used by political bosses to inflate support for Coolidge or Johnson. It cautions newspapers and the public against frauds, highlights calls for truth, bonus for soldiers, tax relief, and critics Governor Our Al as a party interests clash.
Merle J. Eyerly born November 12 1886 in Canton Illinois died January 21 1924 in Pecos Texas after moving there for health. He and family had been residents two weeks from Henrietta Oklahoma and were Presbyterians with Mason and Shriner ties. The body was shipped to Henrietta for burial with wife son and mother aboard the 3 30 train. A brother L D Eyerly arrived earlier and a delegation of O E S ladies attended the observance. The enterprise extends sympathy to all relatives.
Twenty two Leaguers led by Mrs. W. M. Day enjoyed a sunny day near the rifle pit south of Pecos. Lunches were carried with help from Mrs. Posey and Mr. Day ensured all returned safely. Children behaved well and the leader urged Methodist parents to send nine to twelve year olds to Sunday Junior League meetings.
The Home Makers' Club met Friday afternoon with president Mrs. Chas Young presiding. Soup recipes were shared, an oil cloth decorations paper was presented by Mrs. Ben Palmer, and hors d oeuvres were demonstrated. Refreshments were served to listed members. next meeting with Mrs. Palmer the first Friday in February, annual officer elections.
The T. E. L. class met last Thursday at Mrs. Henry Russell's home for a social hour and a business meeting. New plans were presented and refreshments including a la king style salad chicken and tea were served as the event concluded.
J A Hardy appeared in El Paso this week as a witness in the Percy How ard trial, testifying on key points raised during the case.
The EN TERPRISE notes that individuals have authorized its publication to announce their candidacy for offices ahead of the Democratic primaries in July. The notices specify the candidates and the offices sought.
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