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Newspaper

Pecos Enterprise

Location

Pecos, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1923

Page

6

Sul Ross Eleven christened Lobos at pep meeting

At Sul Ross College in Alpine on October 27 a pep meeting in the college chapel announced the football squad as the Lobos ahead of the Pecos game. Rangers placed a close second. Donald Church introduced the players as the crowd cheered each Lobo. Beth Cotter and Lois Estes were sponsors, Roy Hickman and Owen Lincecum chosen yell leaders.

SUL Ross LOBOS Alpine Sul Ross College Pecos Rangers Roy Hickman Owen Lincecum

Pecos High Beats Sul Ross Lobos to Tie Marfa in 6-6 Duel

Pecos High School faced Sul Ross in Alpine, losing 40 to 0 after a tough road trip, then tied Marfa High 6 to 6 on Monday. Wheat starred for Sul Ross as Pecos fought hard, with no injuries reported and the trip deemed profitable.

Pecos HI Sul Ross Lobos Marfa Sul Ross Pecos Lobos Cowan Moorehead Alpine Wheat Mountaineers Marfa High Norman Maria

Primary grades progress and pupil concerns at school

The first graders are adjusting well and meeting expectations while the second grade sells pencils to raise funds for pencil sharpeners. The third grade continues to work and struggle with tasks. Younger students report being roughly handled by older pupils on the grounds, prompting complaints.

Fire Reignites as Chilly Weather Returns

A brief note describes the old fire being used again to ward off the cold as temperatures drop. Community members hope heating will suffice through winter, though certainty remains elusive.

History IV Embraced as Wider, More Difficult Course

The History IV course is now more challenging and carries a full credit. State outlines require new readings and monthly themes with reports before grading. Map work is tougher, but ordered maps and source materials ease the burden. The class progresses well under Mr. Norman.

Norman

Why Not Play Domino Football

The article promotes domino football as a modern, scientific game played on a cardboard football field with dominoes. Players kick off and reveal domino pips to gain ten yards, with turns, shuffles, kicks, field goals, runs, and passes mingled into play for touchdowns.

George’s claim he could not start a fire is false

George replied that starting a fire in the school building was impossible, claiming he had tried it and failed. The remark implies prior effort and a rebuttal to an assertion of feasibility in a school setting.

George

Interaction over laughter between Mr Dearn-Howell and Mr Dean

Dialogue shows two men debating mockery and humor in a tense exchange. Mr Dearn-Howell accuses laughter, while Howell denies it. The scene centers on their insistence that nothing else in the room is funny.

Mr. Dearn Howell Mr. Dean

Howell Time and Tide Exchange Quip

George notes time and tide wait for no man, while Howell retorts that they won t wait for you either. The exchange captures a brisk, witty moment in a dialogue.

Howell George

Gossip of the Week on School Parodies and Tunes

The column notes that popular songs like Yes We Have No Bananas and Barney Google are fading from high school life while parodies spread widely. It observes both young and old produce and share them, warning that the craze may drive people to fatigue if it continues.

Barney Google

High School Radio Bugs Take Over Study Hours

A student radio culture grows rapidly at the high school, challenging teachers and schedules. They critique authority, spark late night sessions, and circulate magazines while remaining popular and central to school life.

Tales of Apples and Mountain Gossip

Gossip from the hills speaks of apples grown on distant mountains and brave deeds shadowed by the noise of marching boots in an orchard. The tale remains uncertain, with whispers about truth and rumor intertwining among the boys mentioning Maria.

Maria

School gossip swirls about big backfield player

Last Tuesday the school ground buzzed with tales from Saturday Monday and Sunday. The rumors focus on a big husky backfield player, a hotel incident in Alpine, and spreading chatter that keeps returning, with no clear end in sight.

Alpine

Halloween themed writing prompts miss the mark this week

This week readers and students struggle to think of Halloween topics and fail at the crucial moment. Poems due by Friday, some by Tuesday, and other write ups arrive late as usual, matching the seasonal rush.

Hallowe’en

Communication Rules Tighten at School Warnings

Officials say talking with or without permission is harder as teachers enforce a ban on gossip. Students must clearly state topics they wish to discuss before speaking, elevating control over conversations.

Pecos Football Team Prepares For Fort Stockton Visit

In Pecos the football squad plans rest after two back to back games. The note mentions a study hall incident and a curious exchange about a dangerous figure near Alpine. Fort Stockton is due to visit Pecos on November 3 with fans urged to rally and show pep for the upcoming game.

Pecos Fort Stockton Stockton

Absences mark start of school week after football game

The study bell found many pupils missing on Monday with most football players absent and some girls. The football team played Marfa on Monday instead of Friday and did not return to school until Tuesday.

Pecos Hi Alpine Sul Ross

New Year Resolutions Keep School Year Moving Forward

The message urges students and faculty to uphold year start resolutions and continue effort. It emphasizes school spirit, new endeavors, better work, and consistent progress to make this the best year, insisting on planning, persistence, and forward momentum.

Banjo String Quip Echoes Weather Wits

A playful exchange contrasts a man who is tight with money to a banjo string that loosens in wet weather revealing a humorous analogy about finances and climate. The brief dialogue pivots on the idea that weather affects strings and wallets alike.

John James

Roof Repair Underway At Local School

Work on the school roof began Tuesday and continues this week with hammer sounds overhead. No inspection has occurred yet, but crews are told to proceed and do their best, as the work aims to stop leaks and improve the building.

Assembly period praised for singing by pupils

Last Monday Mr. Dean directed an assembly period where pupils sang with vim while he watched. Mrs. Brooks led the singing and Miss Howard played. Old songs were rehearsed making the morning period profitable and the students thanked Mr. Dean heartily.

No joke in the paper this week about Miss Cor ley

The writer notes a lack of originality as there is no joke about Miss Cor ley this week, remarking that jokes do not appear every week.

Mrs Cole Seeks Missing Grade Book In Local Mystery

A local school item reports Mrs Cole has lost her grade book amid speculation on its location. The piece notes it will be found soon and the day will reveal where it has been.

Hallowe'en Poems From English Class Selections

Weeklong English classes produced October and Hallowe'en poems. Many are well crafted, showing dedication and skill. A sample of the best works is printed here, highlighting originality and student effort.

Hallowe'en

The Hallowe'en Party Makes a Night of Fun and Frights

A Halloween party begins at eight with jokes and sweets. Jimmy arrives to steal cream puffs while Dick in a red cap causes trouble. Mary Elsie and Joe arrive with a dark tomcat scare. After guests depart the narrator dreams of the awful dead. Bobby Dean, Freshman.

Jimmy Mary Elsie Joe Mother Bobby Dean

October is Here, The Wonder Month

The piece celebrates October as fall’s peak with imagery of turning leaves geese southbound and animals preparing for winter. It notes sunsets and skies, ending with a signature line from Eleanor Biggs, Senior.

Martin Jay

New Song Books Arrive at P.H.S High School

Mr Harp introduces new Armistice Day song books and leads students in unfamiliar tunes. Mr Norman disciplines boys for weak participation, while girls seem more pleased by the musical focus. budding musicians grow each week with opinions on P.H.S. music future.

Harp Norman P.H. S

Examination Week Study Urges Calm and Diligence

The piece emphasizes examination week as crucial for grades and progress. It stresses disciplined study across subjects to avoid poor results and to finish the month’s work smoothly before new beginnings.

That beats me said the fish and the junior

A fragment notes a humorous line where a fish speaks in quotation while a junior uses a strap. The odd pairing suggests a satirical or cartoonish caption rather than a full article piece.

Adop

Pecos Hi Tar Marines Seek A Team Name

Pecos high school plans a nickname contest for its athletic squads after a Wednesday light practice ahead of a Fort Stockton opener. A committee of senior basketball girls and football lettermen will collect suggestions from students and staff to choose a unique name.

Pecos Hi “Tarmarines Fort Stockton Norman Pecos School

Miss Corley Latin Q&A About To

A playful exchange: Miss Corley asks Bobbie which case follows the preposition to. Bobbie quips the staircase as the answer, turning grammar into a joke about direction.

Miss Corley Bobbie

Katherine Runs to Hide as Shoes Bite Back

In geometry Mr. Norman directs Katherine to run around a tin. I can't answers that worthy. Bobby chewed up my tennis shoe.

Dialog About Common Sense Between Charles And Mrs Brooks

A brief exchange reflects on applying common sense in responses. Charles urges practical reasoning while Mrs Brooks cautions against overreliance on simple norms. The dialogue hints at tension between straightforward thinking and prudent judgment.

Charles

ENTERPRISE PRINTING STANDS OUT AS BETTER

In the notice the ENTERPRISE printing is praised as a slightly superior option. The statement highlights quality and distinction compared to others.

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Dardin Biggs Onesscenerne Aret Howard Billie Harrison Phomore Here W. D Eleanor Biggs Enterprise Printing Dr. King Grove HE. W. Grove
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