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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1923
Page
6
The list shows Tillman High student editors and reporters including editor Tillman Dardin and Biggs as editor. Senior reporter Margaret Howard, junior reporter Billie Harrison, sophomore reporter Mamie Moran, and freshman reporter remain assigned to the senior class.
Editorial urges students to keep smiling when life goes wrong. It praises resilience, cooperation, and facing defeat with a positive stance, urging a "smile if it kills you" motto to elevate the school community.
Dr Porter spoke at the study hall after revival meetings at First Baptist Pecos. His talk “Outlook and Outreach” urged students to seek knowledge and spiritual growth, aided by singer Mr Helm and Pastor Rev Garner. E L Collings distributed fire prevention pamphlets.
The Barstow team fell 19 to 0 to Odessa in a late season game. Writers note Odessa used several big men not on Barstow’s roster, suggesting Odessa’s rise puts Pecos and others on alert as upcoming matchups loom.
The Pecos Hi football team fell to Fort Stockton 13 to 10 in the season opener after a disputed touchdown call. Captain Cowan starred for Pecos as nine of eleven players were making their interscholastic debut. The game did not affect league standings.
The Keeping Up Club met Friday night at 8 in the study hall with Joe Brown presiding. A varied program featured songs, Tommy Ross's piano solo, a debate on fire protection, readings on James Whitcomb Riley, and Rev. Johnson's talk, ending with school-wide yells and plans for the next junior program.
Town cheers for Pecos teams as gossip hints Barstow will play Odessa in Pecos soon. Readers praise local backing that keeps teams competitive and urge continued support to avoid traveling to Midland or Pyote. The editorial lauds Pecos schools for thriving with community backing.
In a study hall report players trudged in with limps and scars from recent games. Some face lasting injuries, while others hope to rebound for the upcoming return bout against Fort Stockton to lift the team’s spirits.
Students hear warnings about fire prevention stressing that carelessness causes most fires and many other losses. The piece humorously exaggerates statistics to urge caution.
Monday afternoon drill praised by fire chief Manahan but criticized for hurried exits. Observers urged no running into stairways and to avoid crowding the study hall as the group practices safer, calmer evacuations. The note stresses repeated drills to improve discipline.
Mr Norman advised by Mr Manahan to appoint six to twelve High School fire boys to act until the fire department arrives. The article urges engagement in fire prevention stunts as recent school fires show their necessity and promises safety once the program is fully operational.
The Keeping Up Club Friday night debate prompts better debating habits and invites Pecos students to join the League of Nations topic. It urges interested students to begin gathering material to mirror last year’s strong Pecos record.
The article describes a busy Pecos school day with morning seating, lessons, lunch, and afterschool routines. Students wear football and basketball gear, looking forward to future games that bring glory to old P. H. S. The cycle repeats daily as time and progress continue.
Mr Norman will canvass Saturday to collect scrap lumber iron wire tin ropes chains big timbers and other usable material for playground construction. The appeal urges residents to contribute to enhance the Pecos school and make it the best in the area with an official agreed outcome.
Mr Norman spoke on economy and proposed a waste paper drive. Students would gather old magazines newspapers and papers each Monday, store it, and ship a carload to buyers. The effort could raise funds for playground and athletic equipment similar to Electra's $450 per carload.
Mr Harp the Pecos Barstow Toyah orchestra director visited the High School auditorium last Thursday morning as students sang. He pointed out errors in singing and assisted the session improving exercises. He was asked to direct study hall singing every Thursday morning to improve the A class.
A verse describes a recipe to cure heartbreak using dislike and resolution with time and consideration. It promises ease and restored senses if kept in the heart with a clear conscience at the apothecary of understanding near reason on prudent street in contentment.
The space for student exercises is being cleared this week and Pecos school pupils will soon begin manual training. The community is urged to show happiness about the upcoming program.
Barstow High School plays Pecos Saturday at 3:00 PM as the town rallies behind the team. Fans are urged to join the yell leaders, show sportsmanship, and support victory while keeping conduct in mind.
A classroom moment shows a teacher asking James to add six and nine. James replies sixteen, then argues that fifteen is possible, noting five and ten also make fifteen. The exchange highlights a young pupil’s quick reasoning and humor.
The Senior Class met in English IV last Tuesday with H W Peters Company presenting ring samples including a favored onyx piece while decisions await Mr Manahan's sent items. Seniors are measured for class sweaters and Juniors plan to decorate the English room, adding a bookcase and further touches for a brighter upstairs area. A joint president will be elected for both Junior English sections to ensure leadership when needed.
The Sophomore class notes no meetings or business since the last report but asserts continued vitality and presence within the high school community, stating they remain an evident part of school life.
A fragment notes that freshmen remain unaware and inactive while they mingle with juniors to glimpse at high school business. The tone suggests a snapshot of student life and social dynamics without specifying events or outcomes.
In English IV students studied Washington Irving's Alhambra, discussing its 35 acre site, a mile long red brick wall with 13 square towers, inner gardens, a gate of justice and watch tower, and the palace with red blue black and gold interior decoration. The discussion left the class feeling familiar with a great Moorish edifice.
The English II class finished the Twelve Centuries of English Prose and Poetry and Beowulf then shift to three days a week from the text and two from drama. Mrs. Brooks outlines year readings and outside work with frequent library visits to complete the program.
Beany asks about tonight while Jim cites a show he attends. He notes the manager says chorus girl costumes did not arrive, hinting at potential changes or delays in the performance lineup.
A dialogue line from a historical page shows Miss Livingston asking what matters didn’t exist a century ago and Robbly replying with a bold claim about himself as the example, reflecting a humorous or didactic exchange.
A humorous quip about a librarian and a student seeking Caesar's life. The librarian notes Brutus took it long ago, framing a classic reference to the Julius Caesar tragedy in a witty exchange.
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