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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1923
Page
4
Pecos Valley News and Pecos Weekly Times merge into The Enterprise on June 1 1917. John Hibdon remains editor owner and publisher as the paper publishes every Friday with ads by inch and line rates. Copy deadline is Wednesday for current issue inclusion.
The piece lauds Sheriff Kiser of Reeves and Sheriff Wade of Ward counties for their brave, diligent work in stopping criminals. It recalls Deputy Bob Middleton's gun battle and a recent pursuit of a Packard, praising quick thinking and on‑duty deputies who uphold the law. It also criticizes local advertising practice and fund distribution for a Pecos enterprise.
An enterprise editor recalls a division plan for Trade Days proceeds with about $100 for the ENTERPRISE and $200 for the other office. The agreement favored the ENTERPRISE due to larger circulation, but a showdown ensued.
Frank S. Palmer in Effingham Illinois sends a yearly subscription to the Enterprise. He praises reading home news and ads to see who stays in Pecos business. He notes Pecos merchants lag in advertising and saving for hard times.
The Enerprise notes opposition from churches to a town Christmas tree with concern over crowding on a vacant lot and weather risks. It suggests residents might avoid placing valuables on the tree site to prevent loss and foresees possible gathering disruptions.
The Enterprise questions spending on a free tourist park improvement arguing it would become an ugly signboard near the business district. It cites other towns removing billboard signs from lots and highways and notes authorities favor progress over such displays.
Cash Mercantile Company heralds Mistletoe and Meadow Gold Butter as the best by test in a promotional note. The message touts quality and consumer preference.
Editor notes obituaries spare harsh truth while local pride shapes notices. Fort Worth Star-Telegram prints a frank example from Bethnal Green News about a controversial man. Richardson gains $20,000 in equipment for a new building, boosting local payroll and jobs with Harben guiding local printing.
Rufus Wright of Sweetwater and a West Texas committee met Converse & Company in New York to push Texas textile development. Company officials praised Texas potential but warned new mills cannot be profitable now due to machinery costs, about 80 dollars per spindle versus 40 dollars elsewhere, awaiting price adjustments.
Sam P. Harben of the Richardson Echo announces a ten year publishing deal with the Texas Christian Advocate for the paper starting January 1924. The contract covers 5 000 copies initially, scaling to 35 000 by March, with weekly payments totaling over a quarter million dollars. A new brick two story plant will be built on the site to house the presses and offices.
The ad touts Calotabs as a de nausea purified calomel tablet that eliminates taste and nausea. One tablet at bedtime with water guarantees a good night and a clean liver with no gaping or salts, priced thirty five cents for a large package and ten cents for a trial size, refundable if not delighted.
The 84 Cash Mercantile Company reports a measurable difference this month, highlighting changes in pricing, inventory, and customer turnout. The notice emphasizes improvements in service delivery and potential expansion plans.
An old remedy claims Grove’s Tasteless Chill Tonic purifies blood and strengthens the whole system to expel intestinal worms in children. The ad asserts regular use for two to three weeks will improve health and color, with a pleasant taste and a ec price per bottle.
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