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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1929
Page
4
In Holland's April issue, Arthur Coleman notes educated readers underrate the booming South. He cites six year gains in manufactured product value of 567 million dollars against national declines of 279 million, plus cheaper wages and favorable taxes fueling industrial growth and regional competition with the North.
Engineer and mine owner T. J. Rosenberg trekked to the El Arco mine over cactus-strewn desert roads, facing countless punctures. After patching an old style inner tube 156 times and spending 45 hours on repairs, he switched to Polson Super Tubes. On a subsequent 100 mile desert run, his tires showed no exits while the tubed tread absorbed the hammering, solidifying his belief in the tubes. Gold Bond: Service Station promotes Polson Super Tubes as available through local dealers.
The Pecos City Council, Texas, orders street improvements on Third Street segments with curb and paving by Elase Vitalithic Co. A hearing is set for April 1, 1929, at 2 pm at Pecos City Hall to discuss costs, front foot assessments, and lien implications for abutting property owners across multiple district units.
The text argues wealth is measured by character, not money or property. True riches come from integrity and adherence to the Golden Rule, while poverty lies in dishonesty, loss of environment harmony, and damaged self-respect. a poor soul can be wealthier than a rich materialist disciplined by virtue.
Enthusiastic crowds hail Al Jolson in The Singing Fool his second film a heart story with a waiter songwriter starlet and a son supporting cast Betty Bronson Josephine Dunn Reed Howes Ed Martindel and more Story by Leslie S Barrows scenarized by C Graham Baker directed by Lloyd Bacon Vitaphone production shown Sunday to Wednesday at the Wink venue Pecos residents urged to attend the show while fashion notes term at end remains unused.
An advertisement from W L Hollis Mattress Factory promoting mattress making at Pecos with experienced workmen and one day service. The copy emphasizes reasonable prices and dependable workmanship from experienced staff.
A lively column notes fault finding as a universal trait in men and women. It discusses how humor or subtle cues can unsettle fault finders who resist laughter, suggesting laughter as a defense against petty criticism and a way to maintain peace of mind.
Two new uses for the vacuum cleaner are described. It can prevent moths by airing woolen garments and keeping corners clean in the closet. The blower attachment is noted for removing tobacco odor from garments, though delicate fabrics require careful use.
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