Reeves County Presses For New Court House And Jail
Reeves County faces urgent demand for a new court house and jail following a grand jury report calling the current facilities wholly inadequate and in disrepair. Commissioners discussed May 13 plans and potential costs, with Yrost and Trost proposing remodeling or replacement, while county officials offer tours of designs to interested residents. The 45 year old courthouse, once admired, now requires decisive action to meet future needs.
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Reeves County
Court House
Grand Jury
Reeves County Court House
Commissioners Court
Yrost & Trost
Il Paso
H. N. McKellar
Land Jury
Hubbard 2 Makes 50 Barrel Well Progress in County Oil Field
In Reeves and Ward Counties, oil crews report several wells active as Lockhart & Company adds the Wheat 1-H producer. Hubbard 2 shows 50 barrel initial production after drilling from 4221 to 4191 feet in lime. The field features multiple rigs drilling, water and saltwater issues, and ongoing tool recoveries.
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Reeves County
Hickey & Stevens
O. Finley
Hemby Et al
Regan Chosen to Give Pecos Graduation Address
Regan M. kK president Pecos chamber of commerce will deliver the Commencement address at the final exercises Tuesday May 28 in the school auditorium. The senior class of ’29 holds Baccalaureate Services Sunday May 26 with Rev J W Byrd delivering the sermon. Dr Jim Camp, school trustees president, will award diplomas Tuesday May 28. Rain brought an inch and a tenth of rain to the territory last night.
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J. W. Byrd
Pecos
Jim Camp
Pyles Derby Runners to Arrive Wednesday in Pecos
Pyle's Derby runners arrive in Pecos Wednesday afternoon for a continental race hosted by C C Pyle. The event features a big tent show underwritten by local businessmen with Broadway stars including Jim Thorpe. The race attracts publicity for a mix of acts and athletes amid notable financial controversies and spectacle.
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Bunion Boys
Cc. C. Pyle
Pecos
Busi
Jim Thorpe
Texas
City Federation Holds Final Meet
The Pecos Federation of Women's Clubs closed its season with a Wednesday meeting at the Presbyterian Church. President Mrs. T Casey led the short business session while civic chair Mrs. Howard Collier and her committee were praised for civic improvements and beautification of public and private premises. Committees for the coming year are listed.
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Pecos Federation of Women’s Clubs
Presbyterian Church
T. ¥. Casey
Howard Collier
Ross DeRacy Dies in Wink Swimming Accident
A. Ross DeRacy, longtime oil town police officer in Wink, died May 15, 1929, after slipping on a board and drowning in a cooling tank at Southern Crude Co. camp. An intimate friend, unable to swim, could not aid him. help arrived too late. He was born December 12, 1900, in Peeos, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill DeRacy, and attended Peeos Public Schools.
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A. Ross DeRacy
Wink
Southern Crude Co
Ross DeRacy
Ile
Peeos
Bill DeRacy
Dean Named Head of Legion Post
Reorganization of the Richard Briscoe Post of the American Legion was effected Monday noon when ex-service men met at the Mint Cafe and elected officers. Captain W. W. Dean was named post Commander with R. V. Nabors as vice commander and Rev. W. R. McPherson as chaplain. Other officers included Vernon Hicks as finance officer and J. T. Jolley as adjutant. The post plans a headquarters and War Department souvenirs as it begins regular meetings. Fort Stockton Mayor G. W. Rose was in Pecos on business.
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Mint
W. W. Dean
War Department
R. V. Nabors
Rev. W. R. McPherson
the Young
Vernon Hicks
J. T. Jolley
G. W. Rose
Fort Stockton
Pecos
Lions and Rotarians Clash In High Stakes Baseball Showdown
The Lions hire big leaguers and aim to beat the Rotarians in a grand showdown set for five o clock Tuesday evening May 21. Star players include Captain Nabors leading the Lions and Mayor of Pecos City pitching for the Rotarians, with two umpires and two scorekeeping teams to enforce this blood sport style clash. The event promises a social, dressy atmosphere, warring factions, and a town audience eager to witness who seals the dispute.
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R. V. Nabors
Leaping Lions
Red Bell
Red Bell of the Rough Riding
Rotarians
Jim Gamp
Hizzoner
Grand Jury Warns Public of Crooks
Reeves County grand jury reports 30 indictments after spring term inquiry into conditions at the county court house and jail. Warns citizens about swindling schemes and petty pilfering while praising officers for their prompt service and noting inadequate facilities in need of a new court house and jail.
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Grand Jury
Reeves County
Dallas County Wins Bid for Pecos Soft Water Test Wells
The Air Made Well Company of Dallas won the contract awarded by the Pecos city council to test soft water supply on University lands in Ward County. Six and five eighths inch wells will be drilled to about 200 feet with testing to determine water quality and quantity. The project aims to assess potential unlimited supply for Pecos Barstow and future needs, with pumping tests using Sullivan air lift system. Grounded by local geologist input, findings suggest soft water may be feasible in the Panhandle area, though mineral content varies by region.
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University
Ward County
Pecos
Air Made Well Company of
Dallas
The
Air Made Well Company
United States
Barstow
West
Panhandle
Lubbock
Plains
Guadalupe Mountains
Baseball Deluxe for Fans Sunday and Tuesday
Carlsbad Cavemen visit Sunday to avenge last season's home loss as Beef Fesler and Bill Nymeyer lead the lineup. Tuesday at five, Lions clash with Rotarians in a showdown that may shut down business districts and draw a heavy police response.
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Carlsbad Cavemen
Lions
Rotarians
Beef Fesler
Bill Nymeyer
Bia
Biggs Plans Two Story Building on Oak Street
Ben Biggs will replace the old tin shack on Oak Street with a two story building in the near future. The Owl Motor Service has moved to the Drummonds Building on Sedat Street.
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Biggs
Oak ST
Oak Street
Ben Biggs
Owl Motor Service
All Topped Roads Seen for County
Following a visit by W. R. Ely of Abilene and State Highway engineer Gilchrist, officials say the Old Spanish Trail in Reeves County will be topped soon. Local residents anticipate a countywide network of improved roads as surveys proceed.
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W. R. Ely
Abilene
State Highway Commission
Gilchrist
Reeves County
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