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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1927
Page
4
The Pecos Enterprise and Gusher show owners Barney Hubbs and F Fancher Bell with Barney Fubbs as managing editor and F Fancher Bell as news editor. Reproduction notes state consolidation since 1925 and prior titles dating to 1887. Subscription rates listed as $2.00 for six months and $1.00 for shorter terms.
Boost them right to Sam Prewit and Frank Bandy, local cooperation and aid urged. After months of talk and debate, these two will build a modern hotel, seeking no money or gifts, only our support. Their effort promises lasting benefit to the city and civic pride. A word of cheer and congratulations is urged for these gentlemen.
The piece lauds Mayor-elect Thomason for backing home businesses during a Monday Motorcade Luncheon. It urges promoting Carlsbad Cavern as a major attraction about eighty miles north via Van Horn or Pecos. It highlights Pecos as the gateway and calls for Chamber signage, pamphlets, and broader promotion to draw visitors and support a第一-class hotel.
A local plea urges heightened downtown traffic oversight as collisions rise. Tourists lack awareness of turning points and driving on the right, so clear signs are recommended to prevent accidents and protect both residents and visitors.
The Methodist Ladies received high praise for serving a large Motorcade Luncheon. Rev. Andy Smith of Trinity Methodist Church in El Paso commended their efficient catering and thoughtful service. He noted the excellent food and exemplary service, which boosted attendance and support among local businessmen.
Mrs Benjamin Randals left Tuesday morning for Shreveport La to attend the southern convention of the Women's Methodist Council of the Methodist Church South. She is the Pecos delegate and will represent this region at the conference. Randals has long been a leader in the First Methodist Church here.
Lena Lee daughter of Mr and Mrs Wadley and L E Wetzel of Wisconsin were quietly married Wednesday evening at the First Methodist Church with Rev Mims J Jackson officiating. The couple left for California for their honeymoon then will return by Pecos and move to Wisconsin to make their permanent home. Congratulations to the couple.
Regular Pecos Federation of Women meeting set for Wednesday at four in the Presbyterian Church Mrs Clarence Bell president announces a special program The topic Has Youth Deteriorated will feature Mrs J W Moore on the affirmative and Mrs N F Chapman on the negative with expected strong interest
The Churches CHRISTIAN CHURCH schedules Bible School at 10 a.m. and Lord's supper and preaching at 11 a.m. Junior C E at 3:30 p.m. Senior C E at 6:30 p.m. Preaching at 7:30 p.m. Pastor L H Thompson invites all families to attend. Bro M A Buhler of Marfa will speak Sunday evening.
Sunday School at 10:00 A M led by Supt M D Cowan. Classes for all ages. Sunbeam Band 4:00 P M leader Mrs M D Cowan. B Y P U 7:00 P M Preaching 8:00 P M on Signs of Christian Life. G A Mondays 4:00 P M at Mrs E B Kiser’s. WM S meets Tue afternoons. Prayer Service Wed 8:00 P M. Choir Rehearsal 8:45 P M. Y W A alternating Fridays 7:30 P M at Mrs W E Peer’s. Pastor Ira V Garrison.
The Church of Christ at Legion Hall holds Bible Study 10 10:45 a.m. and Lords Supper 10 45 11. The Mid week Bible Study with Mrs Allyn at 2 30 p.m. The Methodist Church lists classes and services including Brotherhood at Pecos Auto Company 10 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Junior Missionary 4 30 p.m. Senior League 6 45 p.m. Evening Service 7 45 p.m. Prayer service Wednesday 7 45 p.m. Various circles and training meet through the week. Rev M J Jackson invites everyone in Pecos to visit.
Dr and Mrs J Bryan entertained many friends at a four course dinner with St Patrick's Day decor. Centerpieces featured violets and green shamrock candy favors. Six bridge games followed at five tables. prizes included Chinese fans, a green glass smoking set, and a pipe and tobacco. Guests included J W Wolfolk Saragossa and numerous local couples.
Sunday School at 10, Morning Service at 11 on the theme The Conquest of Fear. Evening Service at 8 titled The Supreme Commitment of Life. Pastor R. A. Dawson. Rockefeller mediates a peaceful out of court settlement of an $8,000,000 case involving his daughter and granddaughter as a lesson on legal costs for those unable to hire counsel.
W A Hendricks administrator of W G Paddock deceased files final account in Reeves County Court. Publication in Pecos Enterprise and Gusher for 20 days to notify interested parties to contest at the April 1927 term starting the first Monday in April at Pecos Court House.
Hollis Smith launches a complete cleaning and pressing tailor shop at Ezell Steam Laundry this week. An expert tailor assists Mr. Smith with alterations and repairs. The shop offers call for and delivery service with the laundry, guarantees all work, and promises attentive, efficient service by a well known local craftsman.
Ladies with sizes three to four and a half or narrow widths are promised a pleasant surprise soon by Winklers. The advertisement hints at a limited upcoming offering aimed at smaller foot measurements.
Scenes for Thomas Meighan’s Paramount picture Tin Gods were shot on the lawn of All Saints Church at Great Neck and at Booth estate grounds. Wardrobe worries faded with shady nooks and grass stains avoided as bridesmaids, flower girls, and guests wore Paris gowns. Renee Adoree and Aileen Pringle star, Allan Dwan directs.
George and Bill Ross returned Wednesday from their trip to Fort Worth for the Annual Stock Show. They also visited their sister Mrs. Johnson in Dallas and numerous friends.
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