This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1933
Page
8
Lefty Lybrand starred for Wink in the Oil Belt League against Big Lake last Sunday. He struck out 18 batters and held the hitters to few hits while also contributing at the plate in a strong all around performance.
The 16th annual geology summer camp from the University of Texas will begin June 12 and run about 12 weeks at Alpine.
Wallace Perry lauds Senator Ken Regan and Rep Will Clayton for effective bills and sound judgment. Perry notes Regan rarely speaks, yet wields strong influence on the Senate floor, delivering results when he pushes for action.
A Dallas farmer plans to take cactus candy and 500 varieties of cacti to the Chicago fair, aiming to attract attention with a diverse display of drought hardy flora and related treats.
The old federal building at Tyler withstood two dynamite charges and two donkey engine pulls before finally collapsing. Demolition makes way for a new structure valued at $300,000.00.
The P T A reports 48 new enrollments for September and notes Dr. Weaver and State Health Nurse Miss Olga Buresh will resume in September for follow ups. Lions Rotarians and committees organized dental care posters health posters mercy bands and kindness to animals posters. Publicity posters and exhibits traveled to district and state conferences. Total funds raised reached 223 39 with a year end balance of 41 31.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church held its May social tea with Mrs G Rolanday, Mrs D E F Klinger and Mrs Hollis Smith as hostesses. Devotional by Mrs H L P Davis centered on spiritual love with faith hope and love. Miss Hettie Lois Randals led a Korea study, highlighting the Dawn movement and the church’s role in Korea. Refreshments served for members and guests including several ill prior weeks.
A Balmorhea fishing trip Monday gathered Mr. and Mrs. Will Conyyn Mr. and Mrs. Doug Hart of Toyah Mrs. A J Hart of Toyah Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Hart and Mr. and Mrs. Barney Hubbs with their son in attendance.
Walter Huston stars as a president who shifts from smiling politician to decisive leader. Karen Morley co stars in a drama set in Washington scenes with authentic executive mansion locales. The story follows Jud Hammond from back country man to national leader after a transformative accident.
The Pecos Baptist and Methodist colored congregations announce a six night carnival next week at the Methodist colored church. White visitors are urged to attend and enjoy various amusements. All proceeds aid church finances.
District Attorney William L. Kerr spoke to the Kermit high school graduates Friday night in his second such address this year after Pyote. Mrs. Kerr attended. Also noted were fishing reports from Balmorhea lake and a group leaving for the Texas Lions Clubs convention in Lubbock to enjoy golf and the event.
J. W. Moore, a pioneer Pecos real estate man, reports a pickup as for the first time in three years he is receiving inquiries for property. He notes that people seem eager to buy.
Former Pecos resident M Ehlricker spent the week in town renewing friendships and handling business matters.
J B Dunagan of Dunagan Tool and Supply Co Breckenridge visits to supervise the Merry Bros and Perrini well drilling north of town. Accompanying him is Frank Brahaney of Breckenridge.
Roy McDowell of Dallas and a Dallas Rotary Club member attended the Pecos Rotary Club meeting on Thursday of this week.
District Attorney Bill Kerr will address Balmorhea high school graduates Friday night, marking his third graduation speech this season. Kerr is noted for his forensic expertise and public service in the region.
A light note suggests that with nothing pressing to do a man can while away time by tossing horse shoes at a casual game. The remark portrays simple leisure and rural pastime.
The phrase argues that America has abundant wealth yet people struggle to obtain it. It emphasizes issues in accessing funds despite overall financial abundance.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.