Trial of Scopes Evolution Case Draws National Attention
Dayton Tennessee prepares for the famous Scopes trial over the state act banning teaching of evolution. Prominent figures like William Jennings Bryan and Clarence Darrow act as attorneys as a nationwide public clash between Fundamentalists and Modernists unfolds. The case may reach the Tennessee courts then the U S Supreme Court, with Bryan vowing to extend the dispute across the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Tenn
Scopes
William Jennings Bryan
Clarence Darrow
Tennessee
Supreme Court of the
U.S
Bryan
T E L Class Social at Baptist Church
The T E L Class of the Baptist Church in Ik held a social meeting Tuesday with Mrs G Parker as hostess. Guests of honor were Mesdames R B Harlan Milton Wadley Barney Hubbs and Herbert Holloway. Attendees included many local women and Miss Hula Morrison. The afternoon featured fancy work and a farewell gift of a silver vegetable server for Mrs Harlan from the class. An ice course concluded the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T.ik
The
Baptist Church
Barney Hubbs
Herbert Holloway
Jim Sharp
Medill
Texas
Hula Morrison
Ima Wilson
Ruby Mae Beauchamp
Marvin Cowan
Harlan
Pinkston Children Enter Knight of Pythias Home
Mas Krauskopf Grand Chancellor of Texas writes that the children of the late Gene Pinkston have been placed in the Pythian Home at Weatherford Texas. They have entered a comfortable home with modern conveniences and will receive the best possible care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinkston
Knight OF Pythias
Weatherford, Texas
Mas Krauskopf
Grand Lodge
Knights of Pythias of Texas
Gene Pinkston
Weatherford
Texas
Sheriff Sale Notice in Reeves and Pecos Counties
The Reeves County Sheriff announces a public sale of real estate tied to the W D Cowan estate and related parties from a 1925 order of sale. Lands in Loving County and Reeves County will be sold at the Reeves County Court House on August 4 1925 for cash to the highest bidder with publication in the Pecos Enterprise and The Gusher.
How Long Does a Battery Last and Why It Varies
An article explains battery life depends on use time care and battery quality. Officials say lifespan ranges from months to years based on driving demands weather exposure and maintenance while reputable makers back their products with warranties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willard Storage Battery Company
Cleveland
Ohio
Pecos Chapter Install Officers of Eastern Star No. 81
The Pecos Chapter Order Eastern Star No 81 installed officers on Monday July 13 and initiated Mrs Ina Maley. A refreshment course followed served by Sisters Ollie Mae Ross Annie Oden and Marian Hudson. An official visit from Associate Deputy Grand Matron Sister Mary S Brown of Snyder Texas brought valued instructions.
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Pecos
Order Eastern Star
Ina Maley
Ollie Mae Ross
Annie Oder
Marian Hudson
Kate Vaughn
W. M
Elmer Johnson
W. P
Duffee Parker
A. M
Mamie Couch
Annie Oden
Treas
Mabel Easterbrook
Hallie Baker
Lillian Young
Adah
Ruth
Esther
Hattie Smith
Martha
Virgie Fulgun
Electra
Maggie Glover
Warden
Sid Lasley
Sentinel
Maggie Rose
Chaplin
Mary S. Brown
Snyder
Texas
Local paper role in community strength stated
The Spokane Spokesman-Review emphasizes the value of a well-edited local newspaper for community upbuilding. It argues the paper reflects local character, supports development, and meets ongoing public needs.
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Spokane Spokesman-Review
Studebaker Leads In Complete Auto Manufacturing Reach
Readers learn that Studebaker now builds nearly all major components in house. After seven years of planning and reinvestment, it features a huge gray iron foundry and a body building plant costing $10,000,900. The company manufactures engines axles springs transmissions and clutches and even car bodies.
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Studebaker
Gray Iron
Stu
Asl
Protect the Forests Campfire Safety Rules
Fires are breaking out in hills and vacationists must not seed sparks. Outdoor enthusiasts should stamp out tobacco leaves and match stubs, build campfires on bare ground, and leave them unattended. Forests reopen only if the public follows safety rules. otherwise they may close for the summer to protect timber.
Canning Methods for Acid and Nonacid Vegetables
Bureau guidance explains why water bath processing suits acid fruits and tomatoes while nonacid vegetables require pressure canning. Acid juices self sterilize at boiling point. alkaline or slightly acid products need longer heat to kill spores. Nonacid vegetables like corn peas beans must be processed under steam pressure above 212 degrees.
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Bureau of Home Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Reeves County District Court Suit Against R F Easterwood
The State of Texas Reeves County District Court on June 23 1925 files suit by the Clerk against R F Easterwood et al for 717 dollars 10 cents plus costs in cause No 2466 styled B W Indeman versus R F.
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District Court
Galveston County
Texas
A. D
J. C. Gengler
Sid Cowan
Marvin D. Cowan
W. D. Cowan
Lethia Ann Cowan
First National Bank of
A. ©. Doss
M. E. Sumerford
John H. Ashbury
Geo. M. Heyer
American National Insurance Company
Tenth District
B. Kiser
Reeves County
Reeves
State of
District Court of
R .F. Easterwood
B. W. Indeman
R. F
Sheriff Sells 244 Acre Reeves County Lot in Auction
By order of the 1925 Texas court and a levy on J C Dougherty's property, Reeves County Sheriff E B Kiser will public sale the 4th of August 1925 at Pecos Court House. The 244 acre tract in section 9 block 3 certificate 7-1408 Reeves County is offered for cash to the highest bidder. Sale notice published in the Pecos Enterprise weekly for three weeks.
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Easterwood
Reeves County
Loving County
Loving
Texas
Louis Hounsel
Letha Hounsel
Court House
Pecos
Levy
W. D. Cowan
Leathia Ann Cowan
Pacos Enterprise and Gusher
A. D
J. C. Dougherty
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Pecos Valley News
Ecos Weekly Times
Reeves County Record
Pecos Gusher
Enterprise and Gusher
Gail S. Bell
Fancher Bell
PRESS
A. Associanion
John
Sheriff’s Sale
State OF Texas
County OF
Rialto Theatre
Romeo and Juliet
Antony and Cleopatra
Dante and Beatrice
Paris and
Helen
D. W. Griffith
Rose
Mae Marsh
Mr. Griffith
I Yor Novello
Carol Dempster
Griffith Sucesses
Harry Carey
Night Hawk
Jacobs, Jacobs Survey
South Part
ONE Profit Motor Car
Church OF Christ
Barstow
Hayes
Sheven Raed Gearenn
Sheffield Laboratories
Dept. 1
Aurora
Illinois
Russell Grader
Vannie Ingre
Balmorhea
Otto
Esca
M. A. Dardin
Jersey
Hardin. Ross
the Michigan
I. E. Smith
Bee L. A. Richards
Sheriff's Sale
E. B. Kiser
Pecos, Texas
Bell & Regan
Reeves, Loving and
Culberson Counties
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