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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1922
Page
4
President Harding indicates belief the nation already has too many holidays and will not proclaim Armistice Day November 11 as a legal holiday. Postmaster General Work issues an order allowing postal workers to be released from duties on Armistice Day in local holiday cases.
Pecos merchants announce two special trade days between now and Christmas on November 25 and December 23. Very low prices will be offered on many necessities, with additional bargains on counters day by day. The Enterprise urges careful shoppers to visit Pecos and watch its ads for more bargains.
The speakers express strong belief in Lubbock and the South Plains as the safe base for a new enterprise. They claim no other U.S. town is suitable and emphasize their readiness to proceed with the proposition.
The article by Edward Percy Howard and the Publishers Autocaster service highlight government reports showing U S stores importing goods at low cost and marking up prices far beyond landed cost including freight and duties. Examples include a German bought statue sold in New York for 68 dollars and clocks sold for 2 dollars when bought for six cents.
The piece argues the Texas election revolves around the U S Senate race with Democratic conventions seen as Klans influenced. It predicts party muddle and uncertain seating for Mayfield, noting voter fatigue and the likelihood of broad ticket election despite the chaos.
The Lubbock Avalanche announces plans to launch a daily paper amid strong local support. Citizens praise the move while a few skeptics speak up, but overall confidence remains high in building a real city.
An editorial argues for using commodity exchange and war claims trading to secure global peace. It cites Germany’s war history and proposes a Borah plan to trade U S war claims for real goods, suggesting mothers favor service over sacrifice and urging a shift to economic peace.
Brazos city reports the West Texas Chamber of Commerce exhibit swept the top prize at the Cotton Palace in Waco earning $1,000 for the first exhibit. The report suggests efficient printing may reduce costs this year.
Addition of 33 first and 33 second place ribbons inland marks a total of 990 points versus 1,000 awarded. West Texas asserts its growth with a united effort, highlighting fertile soil and past success now shown to the world by Consolidation, enthusiasm, public spirit, and publicity.
Wichita Falls taxes rise steeply as the city funds streets parks sewers schools highways and water supply through higher rates. The 1910 to 1922 trend shows growth funded by residents, countering claims that low taxes deter new citizens. Industry notes mixed gains with rising manufactured goods and stable harvests amid cotton concerns.
Opinion piece from Lynn County News urges boosters to ignore detractors who oppose growth. It argues progress requires Mayors and Chamber advocates to sideline pessimists who vote against tax measures, urging unity in Amarillo and five Panhandle towns for community advancement.
Commerce department data for August show widespread production gains across industries with many records set or tied for best in months. The report notes coal and rail strikes did not derail improvements and public works could sustain job growth, supporting an industrial recovery outlook.
Sheriff Kiser tracked a freight hold up Wednesday night, arresting two suspects. Five Mexicans traveling from Pecos with about 200 dollars were robbed by three men. the robbers forced the Mexicans off the train but they reboarded before departure. The two arrested are identified as involved. no white participant is believed connected.
A brief quip contrasts a baby's demand for a bottle with a jab that the child will resemble its father, illustrating a domestic joke about parentage and routine.
Loan offer from B. T. Biggs Pecos Texas advertises money to loan on ranches and large farms anywhere in West Texas and New Mexico. Also loans on Pecos or El Paso business property. Life insurance offered by the same lenders with double indemnity and disability clause.
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