Pecos Enterprise and Gusher Consolidation Note
A historical notice lists the Pecos Enterprise and Gusher as consolidated May 16 1925 with Bar ney Hubbs and F Fancher Bell as owners and publishers and Fancher Bell as news editor. The paper traces origins to Pecos Valley News and other titles dating to 1887 through 1921. It notes second class postal entry and price of 1.00 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecos Valley News
Pecos Weekly Times
Reeves County Record
Pecos Gusher
Enterprise and Gusher
Barney Hubbs
F. Fancher Bell
Barney Fulbbs
Advertising Pays Merchants in Our Paper, Case Proofs
It argues that advertising in the local paper yields real returns for merchants. Citing examples from W. R. Hicks and Sam Winkler, the piece notes ads draw readers who buy or spread word. it urges persistence, especially during downturns, and compares ads to successful campaigns by Wrigley and Montgomery Ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Hicks
Ben Alarm Clocks
Sam Winkler
Texas
Wrigley
Montgomery Ward
The Country School Teacher Golden Age of Rural Educators
The rural teacher faces immense visibility and responsibility without central leadership. A strong, brave educator counts more in a small community, while a weak one risks exposure and career trouble in a setting with little privacy. The era rewards courage and initiative amid scarcity.
Piano for sale in Pecos Mercantile Furniture Dept
A second-hand R. 8S. Howard piano in near new condition with superb tone and easy touch, tuned and ready. Priced at $250, offered by Pecos Mercantile Furniture Dept. (16-17-18)
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Pecos Mercantile Furniture Dept
Strayed horse reported from Honaker's pasture
A grey horse was found missing from Honaker's pasture, bearing a circle H brand on the left hip. Owners appeal for return and to contact local authorities with information leading to recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ture
P. L
W. H. Woodley
Balmorhea
Texas
Dan Mount Leaves World Well for Deep Rock Location
Dan Mount arrived from the World Well Thursday evening and departed Sunday for the Deep Rock Location, continuing a sequence of travel involving two named sites and a short stay.
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Dan Mount
Deep Rock
First Methodist Church Sunday Schedule Pecos
The church announces a full day with Big Brotherhood Class at Pecos Auto Co at 10 A M Sunday School at 10 A M Morning Worship at 11 A M Junior League at 4 30 P M Senior League at 6 45 P M Evening Worship at 7 30 P M A Tuesday 3 P M business meeting of W M led by Pastor Mims J Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecos Auto Co
W. M
Mims J. Jackson
The Christian Church Sunday Schedule 1926
The Christian Church announces Bible School at 10:00 A. M. Communion and Preaching at 11:00 A. M. The morning topic is The Christian's Plea and the evening topic is The Light of the World. All are urged to attend, including children, with a welcoming invitation from Pastor L. H. Thompson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible
Presbyterian Church Sunday Services Announced
The Presbyterian Church lists Sunday events with Sunday school at 10:00 a m and morning service at 11:00 a m including a sermon The Inspiration of the Scriptures Evening service at 7 30 p m with the subject What Think Ye of Christ Pastor R A Dawson also notes automotive carburetor adjustments at Community Garage for older boats to improve performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
First Baptist Church Sunday School and Activities Schedule
Sunday School 10:00 A M directed by J W Brown Supt Men's Bible Class 10:00 A M at Rialto Theatre Sunbeam Band 4:00 P M led by Mrs M D Cowan B Y P A 7:00 P M weekly G A 4:00 P M Mondays at Mrs E B Kiser's home W M S Circles Tuesday afternoons Prayer Meeting 7:00 P M Wednesday Choir and Orchestral Rehearsal Wednesday 8:00 P M Y W A Friday evenings after First and Third Sundays at Mrs W E Poer’s home I V Garrisons Pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
J. W. Brown
Rialto Theatre
Sunbeam
M. D. Cowan
B. Y
E. B. Kiser
W.M. S
W. E. Poer
I. V. Garrison
Pecos High students eye Midland games after exams
School notes show seniors face a setback as Virginia Lea contracts chicken pox and cannot join Pecos High for the Midland games. Students anticipate Thanksgiving holidays, celebrate exams week relief, and report on the Fish dinner and upcoming football and basketball plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland
Virginia Lea
Bill Mount
Pecos High
Pecos
Merry Wives Club Life of Christ Features Likely in Journal
A column listing guest hostess Mrs Gid Rowden and topics including life of Christ by Giovanni Papini, Bible verse roll call, introduction by Mrs McClure, outline of Gabriel D Annunzio, Mussolini notes, Sails of Venice review, Christ in Bible versus Papini, Rubens Crucifixion in art, and a series of guided questions on Christ’s birthplace youth wanderings miracles disciples covenants and prophecy.
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Gid Rowden
Giovanni Papini
McClure
Gabriel D’ Annunzio
Camp
Benito Mussolini
Kerr
Rubens
Appreciation Note From Congregation Shares Surprising Shower
Rev and Mrs Mime J Jackson express gratitude for a large surplus of gifts from a Surprise Shower hosted by the Veces Iinterprise and parishioners Last Friday evening. They note West’s generous spirit and say the kindness inspires a greater loving ministry among them.
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Santy
Mime J. Jackson
Missionary Tea Delights Sophia Bucholz Circle Members
The Sophia Bucholz Circle of the Methodist Church held a Tuesday afternoon tea at Mrs. B. H. Palmer's home. Members joined a mission study on China, Korea, and Japan, exchanged gift packages including odd items and live puppies, with songs, readings, and refreshments adding to the social event.
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Sophia Bucholz
Mrs. Palmer's
Methodist Church
B. H. Palmer
Kerr
China
Korea
Japan
Hostess Menu Items Featured At Event
The spread included chicken a la king, salad, cake, and coffee served by hosts to attendees. The details highlight a simple, traditional menu presented as part of the gathering.
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Vernon Hicks
Frank Crane
Honaker
First Methodist Church
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Christian Church
Ll. H. Thompson
Presbyterian Church
R. A. Dawson
Pastor
Ternoon
Mrs. Hamilton
Fef H. Ryan
Star Tractor
Alfred Anderson
Toyah Tex
South Pecos
Frank Joplin
D. F. Bush
Minneapolis
Minn
Bob Dean
Austin
State
A. M
Willie Mae
Unk Moorehead
el Paso
Merry Wives Club
Brooks
Papini
Mrs. Moore
Elmer Johnson
Missionary Tea
Buick
Fisher
Zimmer Hdw. Co
Pecos Enterprise
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