Uncle Johnny Prewit Nearing 100 Years Old
J W Prewit known as Uncle Johnny in Pecos is nearing the century mark and remains mentally youthful. He celebrated his 98th birthday and is Pecos oldest citizen and Reeves County’s last living Confederate veteran. Born February 14 1839 in Alabama he moved to Texas at 16 and later settled in Pecos in 1891. He recalls Civil War service in the 12th Texas Cavalry, remembers local figures, and enjoys radio as a hobby while reflecting on reunions and family history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Prewit
Johnny
Pecos
Reeves County
West Texas
Alabama
Texas
Palo Pinto County
Crockett
Thomas
J. B
12Th Company
Texas Cavalry
W. H. Parsons
Mississippi
White Rivers
Arkansas
Peter Goodloe
Sadie Collins
Jim
Cal
Sam
Stella
Charles Manahan
Merce
Prewit
Sul Ross
Jim Hogg
Dallas
Jackson
Miss
Texas joint resolution on banking corporation amendment
The Texas Legislature proposes amending Section 16, Article XVI of the Constitution to allow corporate bodies with banking and discounting privileges under state supervision, require full capital stock payment before charter, limit to one location, bar foreign banks except national banks, and submit the measure to voters on the fourth Monday in August 1937 with a $5,000 appropriation for election expenses. Edward Clark, Secretary of State, attests the copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
State OF
United States
Elementary Coach Weds in San Antonio
Ray Whitley long time grammar school athletic coach and PE teacher wed last weekend in San Antonio to Miss Maur een Younger of San Marcos. They were college classmates at San Marcos and plan to live there this summer. Next fall they will be in Pecos where Whitley will resume teaching duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Whitley
San Antonio
Maureen Younger
San Marcos
Cooksey Ranch Visitor Checks In Tuesday
Jimmy Cooksey came from the Cooksey ranch on Tuesday to attend to business and visit with friends, stopping to chat with locals during the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jimmy Cooksey
Cooksey Ranch
Rocking Motion and Spirits Cause Severe Illness
A narrative describes a man using a rocking motion with spirits that leaves him nearly deathly sick and with an unmatched hangover. The account emphasizes the extreme physical toll and lasting malaise following the episode.
Real estate transfers and leases in Pecos county
Multiple property transactions listed incl J B Davis to Ida Mae Powell for 96 acres and minerals, J M Harris to O J Bryan, and numerous O&GL and WD conveyances with 10 year or 5 year rentals at 50c, covering blocks and sections in Public School and various railroad surveys. Several oil and gas deals with Gulf Oil Corp. and T&P Ry. Co. Survey, Reeves county entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Davis
Ida Mae Powell
QCD
J. M. Harris
Et al
O. J. Bryan
Pecos
Ona A. Lake
H. W. Hinkle O&gl
T&p Ry. Co
H. W. Hinkle
O&gl
W. A. Willhoite
J. H. Meek, Jr
H&tc Ry. Co
Carrie Eisenwine
Allan Hargrave
H&gn Ry. Co
David K. Tudor
A. O. Stanberry
John W. Logan
Finley & Cherry
Southern Holding Co
L. C. Link
W. A. Tunstill
G. G. Tunstill
John C. Ryan
Ao&gl
W. H. Wheeler
Et Ux
Young Bell
W. D. Arnspiger
Joseph W. Mott
L. W. Anderson
R. G. Carr
J. E. Farrell
L. C. McBride
Milton Brown
D. W. Washburn
Geo. C. Fraser, Et al
Gulf Oil Corp
Reeves County
Notice to heirs in Reeves County probate matter
The State of Texas commands the Reeves County Sheriff to summon E A Schilling C E Schilling and Minnie Lamphere and all parties in Charles Schilling deceased estate to appear at the County Court in Pecos on August 1 1937 to answer Cora McQueen motion for nunc pro tunc entry of an order admitting will to probate and appointing executrix and appraisers. Publication and posting duties are specified with return required August 2. Hollis Smith Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Schilling
C. E. Schilling
Minnie Lamphere
Charles Schilling
Reeves County
Texas
Pecos
A. D
Cora McQueen
Hollis Smith
Pecosa
State Health Officer Urges Caution In Country To Prevent Snake Bites
A Texas health official warns against snake bites with tips to prevent them and guidance on treatment. The rattlesnake tops the danger list and most bites hit the legs or feet. Wear high boots, avoid hidden hands, and seek prompt medical care if bitten. Do not suction or cut wounds. apply a tourniquet correctly and avoid alcohol or home remedies.
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Austin
Geo. W. Cox
Texas
Brewster Pioneer Dies Here Sunday
J J Dawson a Brewster county resident since 1881 died in Pecos Sunday at age 69. Funeral held in Alpine with Rev Fr John J Jedlowski officiating. interment in Elm Grove. Survived by widow Delbert son in Pecos James son in Roswell NM daughter Alice Shannon San Francisco and brother Emmet El Paso police officer.
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Alpine
J. J. Dawson
Pecos
John J. Jedlowski
Alpine Catholic Church
Elm Grove Cemetery
Mr. Dawson
Brewster County
Arizona
Dawson
Chisos Mining Company
Mrs. Dawson
Delbert
James
Roswell
New Mexico
Alice Shannon
San Francisco
California
Emmet
el Paso
Local Picnickers At Phantom Lake This Sunday
Mr and Mrs Roy Howell and their guests Miss Erolene Howell Miss Frances Miller Miss June Edwards Paul Coody and Bob Hinkle enjoyed a nicked at Phantom Lake Sunday. Mr and Mrs Doug Hart and Mrs A J Hart of Toyah spent last Sunday visiting with Mr and Mrs Will Cowan and Mr and Mrs Barney Hubbs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Howell
Erolene Howell
Frances Miller
June Edwards
Paul Coody
Bob Hinkle
Phantom Lake
Doug Hart
A. J. Hart
Toyah
Will Cowan
Barney Hubbs
Notice of Café Purchase and Debt Liability
Public notice that the American Cafe was purchased on June 1, 1937. The new owners Bill Hutchins and Claude Young state they will not be responsible for debts incurred by the former management prior to that date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Cafe
Bill Hutchins
Claude Young
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Johnny” Prewit
Sam Prewit
West Texas Chamber of Com
Edward Clark
Raime Straub
Durdin
Durdin’s Dairy
Texaco
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Caseunihcise Ae CO Motor Oil
Marfar
John Doll
TEXA
Wade M. Smith
J. J. Carson
West Park
Farrell & Company
J. WY. Price
Viron J. Boothe
Roy I. Biggs
W. L. Stull
Laula Willis
Curtis McElroy
Addie Lou Willis
O. C. Harrison
H&egn Ry. Co. Survey
Edward Tate Harrison
H&gn
Ry. Co
JOS. Schlitz Brewing CO
Milwaukee, Wisc
Milwaukee
State OF Texas
Seal
Washington
Jefferson
South Dakota
Black Hills
Lincoln
Gutzon Borglum
Mount Rushmore
Rapid City
Brewster Pioneer
Phe
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Community Public Service CO
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