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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1926
Page
2
Firestone factories push Gum-Dipped Tires to motorists nationwide with lower crude rubber costs and manufacturing expenses. Balloon tires are 20 percent less than a year ago, offering long mileage and safety. Visit today for new low prices and guaranteed satisfaction.
Maye's Cash Grocery announces continuous rush order service with special attention around the clock. The store emphasizes rapid handling of urgent orders to meet customer needs at all hours.
The ad promotes Pecos Mercantile Co Grocery Department offering top prices for chickens with pickup service. It also invites readers to subscribe for The Enterprise and join the community.
West Texas Today notes growing belief that the Trans Pecos region will enter a period of sustained prosperity driven by irrigation and vast potash deposits. Oil, minerals, and metals are also recognized as future engines of development alongside Congress supported exploration programs.
A humorous exchange at a diner has a diner complain about the check saying there may not be enough left for a tip. The waiter offers to review the bill to confirm the total and a possible mistake.
N R Hoover argues papers have evolved from party organs to public service engines. He credits growth in population and standards for better journalism. The World and Tribune cited as examples of fearless, influential papers shaping public opinion and reform efforts.
Norma Shearer discusses the hairdressing trials of preparing her roles in His Secretary at the Rialto Theatre as Lew Cody co stars. The article also notes a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer release and lists the supporting cast. It moves to a separate report on U S foreign trade showing declines in exports mainly due to cotton prices and grain output with a rise in imports and notable gains in finished manufactures.
Firestone Full-Size Gum-Dipped Balloon tires again showed well in the Indianapolis Speedway Classic on Decoration Day with all ten winners riding on these tires. Frank Lockhart won at 95.985 mph, completing 500 miles on a single set despite rain, the track was slick and many factors slowed times.
A local butcher faces financial difficulty as demand and costs tighten, prompting him to adjust pricing and sourcing. The business contends with rising meat prices and labor expenses, while seeking community support and possible loans to stay afloat.
A clipped exchange shows a man learning his mother plans to go to town and asking if she mentioned his accompany. The dialogue hints at family tension and a near social outing within a domestic scene.
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