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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1923
Page
6
The junior class reporter is Garet Howard followed by Billie Harrison as junior class reporter. Sophomore Mamie Moran and freshman reporter positions are listed.
Pecos High School defeated Fort Stockton 33 to 6 on Saturday. Star back Cowan scored most touchdowns and anchored a potent Pecos rushing attack throughout the game, with Brown also contributing on multiple rushing plays.
Last Friday English classes started a book and magazine report day in which pupils gave three minute talks on articles from standard magazines. The class decided to subscribe to Literary Digest for future reports. Friday will be devoted entirely to this activity, improving note taking and concise presenting skills.
The pep squad celebrated a hoarse yet spirited performance against Fort Stockton with bold yells and visible teamwork. Yell leaders trained the squad hard, promising smoother preparation for upcoming games and a credit to the school.
A dialogue between Johnnie and Mr. Dean discusses lines circling countries and seas, and Mr. Dean suggests they represent railroads. The exchange notes map features and transportation networks in a concise, illustrative way.
Pecos Hi eyes tough home games as Balmorhea and Toyah prepare for their first seasons. The three teams have trained hard and shown strength, indicating a hard road ahead for Pecos as they work to balance multiple sports and prepare for upcoming workouts.
In a season dominated by an inexperienced Pecos High School squad they defeated Barstow Midland Hi and Fort Stockton while tying with Fort Stockton and Mariani and losing to Sul Ross Normal. The team’s only loss came at Sul Ross Normal, as they prepare for Midland in the Thanksgiving classic. Education Week at Pecos High featured Judge Ross speaking on the Constitution and the value of law and civic virtue.
The Red Streaks, a rising Pecos team, have not lost in two games and seek a match with Fort Stockton girls after Thanksgiving. Midland is on the holiday card, but no other contests are set yet. The squad aims to win honors for old Pecos.
On Tuesday Norman announced a drive inviting contributions for the Pecos High athletic teams name box. A student committee will select names submitted by the student body, replacing past labels like Tarantulas and Eagles with a new, permanent moniker suited for future growth of Pecos.
A reflective verse asks how friends would respond if each pursued a different career from doctor to farmer and chemist. The speaker muses about staying close while facing a harsh world, wondering if shared sand would yield a grand scene.
The Junior class hosts a Friday after Thanksgiving banquet for the Senior class in a downtown vacant building. It is described as the year's greatest student social with plans matured by Junior officers and big attendance expected from two large classes.
The senior class hosts a supper for the Midland football players after the annual game against Pecos. The group recently had a picnic and plans another outing the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
Rev L L Thurston spoke to the study hall on sportsmanship using scriptures to back his points. He praised Pecos for fair play after a recent game with Fort Stockton and urged continuing courteous conduct. The program included a musical interlude by Mr Harp and invites Thurston to return.
A brief dialogue fragment shows two speakers debating winter attire. One laments aging and cold while the other suggests wearing a fur cap to stay warm. The exchange captures practical streetwise advice amid a chilly day.
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