Deep Rock Flows 33 Bbls in 48 Hours
Drilling operations near Toyah in Culberson and Reeves counties report a flow of 33 barrels of 38 gravity oil in 48 hours from a well south of Pecos. The crew struggles with water intrusion, tool failures, and casing issues while nearby wells, including Humble and Dixie prospects, advance with depths near 1500 to 4950 feet.
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Pecos
Toyah
Culberson County
Schooler
Reeves
West of the
World
Humble-McCutcheon
Dixie
Pecos County
Lockhart Well No 1 Allen Begins Drilling
Lockhart-Allen Drilling reports the Lockhart Well No 1 Allen is now drilling having reached about 100 feet. The natural gas use has given the engine smoother operation and efficient power for all operations.
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Lockhart-Allen
Lockhart
Allen
Walter McDonald Drowned in Pecos River
Walter McDonald of Big Spring drowned Sunday morning in the Pecos River below the Big Valley Dam after cramps forced him to swim. He disappeared in the current while attempting to swim and was found hours later downstream lodged against a bush. He left Big Spring with his son and two companions to fish, defied a warning, and his body was taken to Barstow for the inquest before burial.
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Walter McDonald
Pecos
Big Valley
Judge Anderson
Barstow
Big Spring
McDonald
M. W. Collie
Hazel Berg
Eighty Guests Attend Big Barbecue at Ligon Ranch
A Thursday noon barbecue at Earl Ligon Ranch drew over eighty guests enjoying beeves, pies and cakes, salads, and long sandwiches. Hosts included T. J. McElvane Ott Harry Hinkle A A and Ad Mdldings Will Courtney Marl Ligon H. F. Anthony and Colville. The day under shade trees offered old fashioned hospitality and generous provisions.
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Earl Ligon Ranch
T. J. McElvane
Ott
Harry Hinkle
A. A
Ad Mdldings
Will Courtney
Marl Ligon
H. F. Anthony
Colville
Ligon Ranch
Death Claims Mrs. J. B. Davis
Virginia Hart Davis died June 13 1926 at her San Angelo home after a brief illness. A Pecos resident since 1900, wife of J. B. Davis, she left six children and was buried in Fairview Cemetery after funeral at Pecos Christian Church. Survived by husband two sisters a brother three daughters and three sons. extensive local notice of her kindness and hospitality.
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Virginia Hart Davis
San Angelo
J. B. Davis
Pecos
Georgetown
Texas
Hart
Davis
Christian Church of
Claude Wingo
Fairview Cemetery
Fred Shieffer
Annie Hart
Bud Hart
Julia
Ida Mae
Clint Harrison
Bill
Joe, Jr
Jack
Ice Cream Supper Friday by W M A
The M W A assisted by the Junior Y W A hosts a free benefit ice cream supper on Friday evening June 25 on the lawn of the H H Johnson home. All are invited to attend this affair.
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M. W.A
H. H. Johnson
Movement Started For Community Center Movement Started For Community Center
A local group launches plans for a large community center with an assembly room social veranda golf course tennis facilities and a swimming pool. Men endorse a private club style structure with monthly dues and chaperoned events to attract visitors and provide ample entertainment. The project aims to attract younger people and create a hub for gatherings near Pecos business district.
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Xin
Alamor Center
al Pecos
Bac
Eady
Pecos Beats Midland Youths In One-Sided Game
Pecos won 6 to 0 over Midland youths on a hot day with a fair crowd. Knight pitched strongly with 6 strikeouts and 5 assists, Hicks led at bat with a safe hit and home run pace, Pecos tallied six hits, while Midland managed two. The win boosts Pecos as players benefited from practice and team spirit.
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Pecos
Midland
Knight
Hicks
Carden
Mac Kyle
Coolidge Expected to Sign Red Bluff Bill
Representative Hudspeth of Texas says after a White House visit President Coolidge is expected to sign the 2 million dollar Red Bluff Dam measure for Texas and New Mexico. The plan would provide aid to about ten thousand people by loan, repayable, aimed at improving living conditions and futures for local natives.
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White House
Hudspeth
Texas
Coolidge
Red Bluff
New Mexico
Hude
Cos Valley
U. S
Aspeth
Heatwave Drives Thermometer Past Hundred Degrees
The article notes temperatures reaching 104 degrees in the early afternoon for two days, with neighbors calling it plenty warm. Despite the heat, residents report little concern as cool nights aid recovery and dry air reduces sunstroke risk. Cotton farmers express optimism as young plants sprout vigorously.
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Jack the Giant Killer
Grissom Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner
R F Grissom known as Bob Grissom announces his candidacy for Reeves County Precinct No 1 County Commissioner, subject to Democratic primaries July 24. A long time Reeves County resident with a filling station and repair shop, he pledges integrity, energy, and public service to the community.
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R. F. Grissom
Reeves County
Bob Grissom
Grissom
Glover and
Mary Lee Sewell dies after long illness
Mrs. Mary Lee Sewell died early Saturday morning at Dallas Sanitarium after a protracted illness spanning several years. Born July 16 1881 in Blunt Springs Alabama she was nearly 45. She married R N Sewell in Oklahoma in 1909 and had one daughter, Mrs Louis Roberson. Funeral services were held Tuesday at First Baptist Pecos conducted by Rev I V Garrison with kindness and charity noted as hallmarks of her life.
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Mary Lee Sewell
Lawn
Dallas
Blunt Springs
Alabama
Oklahoma
R. N. Sewell
Louis Roberson
First Baptist Church
Pecos
I. V. Garrison
Texas & Pacific Exhibits Latest Super Engines Here
At 9 30 Monday morning engine 904 and engine 604 arrived at Pecos depot for public display before a crowd of over 300. The massive 600 type Greyhound passenger engine and 900 type Mountain freight engine are newly secured for T and P lines from Big Springs to Shreveport and across central and eastern Texas. They will run on upgraded Rio Grande Division rails as roadbeds and ties are strengthened to support the engines and faster schedules. Both units returned to Dallas headquarters and will enter service soon with Pecos hoping for regular runs.
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Pecos
Big Springs
Shreveport
Texas
West
Greyhound
Rio Grande
Texas and Pacific
Lin
Dallas
Pecos Ball Club Aims for Return Win at Loving
Pecos Ball Club travels to Loving on Sunday to rebound from a 10 to 9 defeat to the Lo team two weeks ago. The squad, full of regulars, expects a stronger showing after hard practice and infield polish. A fair crowd is expected to support the Sea-going veterans as they seek a decisive victory. Loving recently lost to Carlsbad and faces a determined Pecos squad.
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Pecos
Carlsbad
Pecos Pounders
Shower for Miss Julia Magee in June with Pirates Theme
On Wednesday afternoon June 1 the home of Dr. and Mrs. Jim Camp hosted a Christian Church shower for Miss Julia Magee ahead of her marriage to J. B. Hartley of Lubbock next Tuesday. The party featured June vine decor, pirates with gifts, punch service by Misses Johnson Fitzgerald and Dardin, a bride cookbook host, songs, toasts, and a treasure chest centerpiece. About fifty guests attended.
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Jim Camp
Chhristian Church
Julia Magee
J. EB. Hartley
Lubbock
Georgia Johnson
Ollie Fitggerald
Ima Dardin
Chas. Manahan
Mrs. Butler
Lillie Cole
Hazel Eisenwine
Louise Starley
Baby Irene Melba Drummond Born to Drummonds
Mr and Mrs George Drummond announce the birth of a daughter on Wednesday morning June 16. The seven and a half pound infant will be named Irene Melba Drummond, the couple's first child. Friends extend congratulations and best wishes.
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George Drummond
Irene Melba Drummond
Irene Melba
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Grisham-Hunter
Ward County
Gulf
Chesapeake
Monahans
Westbrook
A. B. Chapin
Recreation Club
Desire
Midland Youths
Mercury
Texas & Pacific
Ball Club
Loving
Mrs
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