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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1934
Page
1
Local proverb condemns mislabeling of Pecos melons as Arizona produce. Enterprise reports may expose grocers selling questionable fruit before July 15. Pecos growers hold copyright on the term Pecos melon, and misrepresentation risks legal infringement.
The Pecos cantaloupe is described as far superior to any melon grown elsewhere though its outward look resembles common melons. The text notes a risk of misrepresentation by dishonest sellers and hints at continuation on the last page.
County Judge J. B. Woolfolk announced no overall rise in Reeves county assessments as the board of equalization nears the end of its sessions. Cattle values drop from 15 to 12.50 per head while grazing land stays at 1.25 per acre and irrigated land remains 2.50 to 3.00 per acre.
Judge L. A. Dale traced U S history through the federal constitution for Pecos Rotary Club members during a luncheon at the Orient. He explained the progression from the first seven articles to the original ten commandments and onward to the present time.
William E. Kerr of Pecos district governor for Rotary International's 42nd district is listed on the program for the Detroit International convention later this month. Kerr will speak on the duties of the Rotary secretary and departs next week to attend.
Washington attorneys for the PWA approved the printing form for 2050 bonds of the Red Bluff Water Power Control district. E L Steck Lithographing will start printing immediately and deliver by July. L Chapman and Cutler of Chicago have approved the bond record and trust agreement in the case. Cash funds to start work are expected soon.
William Propp 18 of Pecos and Mentone communities was seriously hurt when his head struck the river bottom after a dive from a six foot springboard over the Pecos River near Mentone. Chadwick Biggs and Frances Davis aided in the rescue before Dr Gipson and an ambulance were summoned. William remained conscious but in critical condition with grave doubts about recovery.
El Paso assistant district attorney John W. Penn appeals for donations to fund a cross border murder investigation and prosecution of Arthur Wilson for the killing of Mrs. Irene DeBolt near Van Horn. Local, county, and city officials, plus Ohio residents, have contributed to cover travel, extradition, and legal costs amid budget shortfalls and no state fund.
Federal funds totaling 525 000 000 will assist Reeves and neighboring counties in drought relief. Reeves county, along with Ward Winkler and Loving, were added to the relief program after pressure from local officials and Texas lawmakers. Officials anticipate highway projects and potential cattle relief purchases as part of the aid, with details to follow.
Water Board approval secured for Red Bluff dam funding as Public Works administration funds expected to arrive shortly after July 1. E. L. Steck Lithographing to deliver 2050 bonds of the district. PWA to purchase. A. H. Dunlap and Judge J. E. Starley with Engineer Vernon Sullivan reviewing plans. state officials OK’d setup. Washington authorities must finalize.
The Pecos Mercantile Company launches its semi annual clearance sale a month early with fresh stock marked to rock bottom prices. Overstocked items go at deep discounts plus popular items offered at special values. A $10 cash prize is to be awarded to a shopper Wednesday, with $10 prize tickets given with each 50 cent purchase all week.
Miss Mary Frances and Miss Betty Jean Holloway travel Sunday to Weatherford to visit their grandmother Mrs Holloway for several weeks.
Mrs. H. L. Magee and her daughter Miss Mary Magee returned Monday from Lubbock after visiting relatives there.
The United States Department of Agriculture will deploy weather instruments in Pecos including a barometer, maximum and minimum thermometer, and a rain gauge at Southern Union Gas Company sites. Readings will be transmitted to the department for inclusion in the Bureau's monthly weather report.
The Salva Army annual appeal will be led by W. D. Pedigo from the headquarters office with county advisory board supervision. The drive aims for 125 dollars, funds to support Christian service in Reeves County and the Texas division including meals for transients and relief for families.
Dave Sudderth former Pecos resident and two year manager of Monahans Corner Drug Store has purchased the entire Monahans drug business. D W Bozeman of Pecos was the other owner. Sudderth’s stake makes him the sole proprietor and friends wish him success.
The official reading at the government sub weather bureau east of town reached 102 on Wednesday afternoon, though several city thermometers showed as high as 110. Citizens note the heat remains intense with no relief forecast.
Funeral services were held in Fort Stockton for three month old Ingeborg Meyer infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Otto Meyer. She died Tuesday after a long futile struggle with double pneumonia. Burial followed at Fort Stockton cemetery with Kolar Funeral Home of Pecos handling arrangements.
The Fire boys defeated Pecos Mercantile Telephone Co. 15 to 9 in a Thursday evening softball clash.
Cantaloupe acreage in the Pecos vicinity will probably be less this year than in recent seasons. Brooks and Todd have planted 32 acres and plan to add about 40 more soon. B. G. Smith Harold Wendt on Gipson farm and H. C. Bryan also intend melons.
A bathing beauty revue is planned for the July 4 celebration at Boulder Courts pool in Pecos. E B Kiser owns the pool and will supervise arrangements with a cash prize for the winner. Judges will select the most beautiful girl from entries. preliminary programs are due by week’s end.
Wages and hiring on the Red Bluff project will follow National Reemployment Service policies. District manager W N Martin says an NRS office will open at the damsite once a work order is issued. First hiring priority goes to unemployed competent workers from Reeves, Ward, Loving, and Pecos counties who have lived in the state a year and the county six months. Second priority covers other unemployed Texans with at least one year of residence. Martin expects surplus county labor to be absorbed.
A noon Thursday fire alarm sent the fire department to Mrs. D. E. Klinger's home where a minor fire started by a gasoline bottle near a lit stove. The blaze was extinguished on arrival with only scorched linoleum damaged. This was the third alarm of the week.
Oran Reeves held the winning number at the Grand theatre Tuesday night earning a $25 cash prize.
Hail from last week damaged the roof of Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Pruett Jr. Repairs were in progress this week to restore the dwelling.
J H Green one of four bandits who tried to blast the Citizens State bank in Barstow with an acetylene torch received an 11 year prison term in the 109th court at Kermit. Two accomplices already sentenced. R G Yarborough faces trial. Davis agents Nichols and Edwards testified. District Attorney Kerr and Special Prosecutor Russell prosecuted.
The Pecos Lions Club considers sending the local Boy Scout troop to the Murchison Texas summer encampment. Plans were discussed at the weekly Lions meeting at Brandon Coffee Shop with visiting Lloyd Rhodes, Dalhart school superintendent, present. Dr. J L Kincannon led the gathering.
Lloyd Rhodes superintendent of Dalhart schools is in town this week visiting his father W. R. Rhodes.
Marie Dresden state director of the Texas Relief Commission visited Pecos on Thursday for official business, meeting local officials and inspecting relief operations.
J. F. Blount district traffic manager for Southwestern Bell Telephone Co visited the area this week on company business.
Pecos joins nationwide Saturday observance for the NRA Blue Eagle’s first birthday. The emblem, launched June 16, 1933, stands for American ideals of fair competition, prices, pay, and labor. NRA committee asks code signers to display Blue Eagles prominently tomorrow.
New shingles replace old on the church roof this week as repairs continue to cover the entire structure.
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