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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1923
Page
3
Barstow Pecos and Toyah orchestras invite members to propose a single unit name. The Enterprise will pick a winner after collecting ideas, with initial options The West Texas Philharmonic Society or The West Texas Euterpean Society. A Toyah recital is scheduled for December 14 at the school auditorium.
Tony Bruce of the Toyah trombone section eagerly awaits the arrival of his new Conn trombone. Previously with the lead violins, he now works as an automobile machinist, turning his fingers into thumbs in his spare time.
Lew Harkness of the Toyah violins traveled to Dallas this week for business and plans to return in time for the Toyah recital.
Advanced string players gathered at E W Sweatt residence to organize a chamber music study and performance group. Solo violins included Mrs J W Raynor Edgar Ingerson and E L Harp with Catherine Sweatt on Obligato violin John Sweatt on Contralmelody violin and cellists Putam Barstow Grace Sweatt and I E L. S
Stiles Allen and John Haughton near eligibility to rehearse with the Barstow orchestra. Mary Townley excels in violin and will soon join advanced pupils at Barstow. Toyah orchestra reports last Saturday's rehearsal not as strong as the prior week.
Florence Burchard, a steady Toyah Orchestra member, uses a good violin until her own instrument is repaired. Her modest, unassuming nature makes music study a pleasure and explains her rapid progress in orchestra work.
William and Jack Seay resumed their places in the Christian Church orchestra last Sunday at Toyah, following prior absences. The ensemble performed under the direction of the church’s music director.
Rev C A Johnson chosen at the recent Christian church conference to lead services twice monthly in Toyah. He praised the competent orchestra assisting the services with bass trombone two cornets clarinet trumpet and two violins. Johnson also led the Armistice celebration and enjoyed hearing the combined orchestras. He supports all three groups.
Twenty three members attended the Pecos orchestra rehearsal last Monday. A classical piece for beginners and a Serenade from the Lake song book were played by sight and well for the first time. Instruments present included sixteen violins, one clarinet, one cornet, two trombones, one cello and drums.
Director Harp warns members not to neglect instruction books or they will fall behind and be left behind. He urges steady work on scales and assigned lessons to make orchestra music easier. Pecos orchestra members are asked to attend 7:00 pm rehearsals and be ready by 7:15 pm for an early start.
Denby Richburg emerges as a new trap drummer, appearing in a debut role with the ensemble. His addition signals a fresh rhythm section dynamic as the group prepares future performances.
The article notes timely drumming from Dewey aiding Pecos performances while awaiting the Lake score for drums. Mr. Richburg hopes the new score arrives soon to boost pep in the marches.
Charles Hudson becomes the latest recruit in the Pecos Orchestra wind section replacing the saxophone with a clarinet. His inclination toward jazz is noted as a drawback, but the note welcomes him and hopes he gains taste for better music.
Howell Johnson on cornet and Florence Colwell on trumpet will soon provide valuable assistance to the Pecos orchestra, strengthening their brass section for upcoming performances.
The Pecos public is invited to attend orchestra rehearsals and listen to music. The orchestra has shown good progress under instruction and is viewed as an asset to the school churches and town.
The combined orchestras may designate Toyah as headquarters for the organization. Mr and Mrs Harp were found in Toyah where they had lived for years without any hint of their musical talent. Toyah residents formed an amateur orchestra that reflects well on the state. The headquarters location could be decided by the three orchestras' members.
The Toyah orchestra selects Yes We Have No Pianos Today as the next public rehearsal piece. The announcement signals a lighthearted program shift for the upcoming concert schedule.
Hannah Harkness and her sister Esther, leading violinists of the Toyah orchestra, will miss their father L. Harkness, a violinist, during their home chamber music practice this week.
Beverly Vaughan seven, and Toyah girls Grisham eight and Butrum will join a class with Beverly for Lake collection studies. The three youngsters are highlighted as wonders of the combined orchestras. Bert Harris leads Toyah bass and could be a strong president if the orchestras unite.
The Misses May Kiser Nona and Verna Garrett of Pecos show enthusiastic engagement with violin study and orchestra work. After further rehearsals with the beginners they will move to playing with the advanced pupils. The conductor praises their progress and says they inspire him.
Sidney Cowan and Miss Anna Ma hala Murray are noted as students the conductor trusts most. Both excel in spelling progress and have piano training. They will soon join the large orchestra. Grace Sweatt and Putnam Barstow received many compliments for their violin and cello playing at Friday's entertainment. Barstow should feel proud of these two amateurs.
Joe Crow of the Toyah bass section is on the indisposed list due to ulcerated tooth trouble. His inability to play worries him more than the dentist as the orchestra performs.
The Baptist ladies announce a bazaar and market on December 18 in the Lipscomb building. Coffee and chicken sandwiches will be served throughout the day. Don’t forget them Tuesday December 18.
Ed Purdy comments that New York businessmen seem prosperous as he notes they sign marriage licenses with a rubber stamp, delivering a satirical jab on rapid unions.
A radio column directs all communications to The Radio Editor at the Pecos Enterprise in Pecos Texas for corresponding readers and listeners.
A listing of daily radio programming at WBAP including market quotes on cotton and grain, weather and Cotton Region bulletin, U S time ticks, livestock and produce markets, financial reviews, major league baseball scores, and nightly concerts. All times are Central Standard.
The schedule lists 12 30 to 1 pm concert 2 to 2 55 pm Ladies Hour Concert 7 to 730 pm Children's Program 8 to 10 pm Tuesday and Thursday Regular concerts Sunday 2 to 3 pm Concerts 8 to 10 pm Religious services.
A schedule listing noon chimes concert 5 45 p m chimes 7 p m regular concert 9 p m chimes 1 00 p m sacred and popular music 6 p m organ 7 15 p m ch ch services.
The listing outlines daily broadcast segments for KSD station with morning markets at 9 40 a m and markets at 4 00 p m followed by 8 p m regular concerts and news coverage in between.
An insurance notice from FE L Collings urges safety as a house fire damages Roger White's home on October 31. The ad promises fast repairs within six days and highlights policy coverage with the motto we pay if you lose.
The article notes Dodge cars had one critique rough riding, but new models feature underslung semi elliptical rear springs ten inches longer than prior, wider front springs from 13-4 to 2 inches, and thinner stock for a smoother ride. MAX KRAUSKOPF, Agent.
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