Pecos City Water Plant Plan With Major Upgrades
The proposal covers a 57 to 67 foot water line, new 200000 gallon reservoir, 35000 feet of cast iron pipe, valves and meters, plus automatic controls. Total construction costs top 211000 with old plant 50000 and repairs 14500. right of way 1600. preliminary work 3000. supervision 9500. overhead 3800. interest 36600. Insurance savings of 3000 annually and soap cost saving 34 dollars daily are noted. Water rates start at 2.00 for 3000 gallons, plus 40c for next 10000 and 35c thereafter. projected net revenue 170000 over 30 years.
Football Game Preview Against Stanton
The article previews a football game versus Stanton with probable starters on both sides. Expected wings include Ligon and Wilkins, ends such as Collins and Medanich, Anthony and Mitchell, and veteran tackles to guard the posts. Backfield likely features C Cowan at quarterback M Cowan and Captain Oliver at halfbacks and Bowie Davis at fullback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanton
Ligon
Wilkins
Collins
Medanich
Anthony
Mitchell
F. Davis
Morgan
Payne
Card
Bowie
J. H. Stephens
John Brumelow
C. Cowan
M. Cowan
Oliver
Bowie Davis
M. A. Dardin
Entertains Club Hosts Bridge Gathering at Hotel Brandon
Mrs. A. H. Sams Jr. hosted the Thursday bridge club last week at Hotel Brandon. Attending were Mesdames Earl Bell Hilliard Camp Harvey Beauchamp Keith Camp Ken Bowser Hill Hudson H. M. Jones Dudley Yard Emmett Karston and the hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Sams Jr
Hotel Brandon
Earl Bell
Hilliard Camp
Harvey Beauchamp
Keith Camp
Ken Bowser
Hill Hudson
H. M.2. Jones
Dudley Yard
Emmett Karston
Carnival plans raise funds for PTA from spooky event
The article notes an upcoming carnival with all proceeds after expenses going to the PTA. Braths will open at 7:30 and the event continues until late night as ghosts and goblins haunt the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.T. A
Braths
Red Bluff Dam History Tied to World Reach
The piece recalls the Red Bluff dam project history and notes workers like Capt. M. L. Swinehart and Tillman Dardin who sent parts of the project to Korea Shanghai and Pecos. It mentions the Pecos Commercial Club and the Enterprise extras rotary in old days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Bluff
Korea
M. L. Swinehart
Ken Bowser
Morea
Secor
Rotary
Pecos
Glover proposes bold plan to mend mood and debts
Glover urges President Roosevelt to mobilize hundreds who control over half the nation’s wealth. He says they should be taxed to cover the national debt, with bonds paid off using new money and forces them to spend five cents to restart the economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Baptist Circle In Meeting on Monday
The east circle of the Baptist church held an all day industrial meeting on Monday October 25 to sew for Buckners Orphans home. Many pretty garments were made and some were repaired. A three course dinner at twelve o'clock was enjoyed by all. Present were Mesdames Joplin Casey Brooks Hamilton Harris Rowden Haloway Collings McKinnis Kreuger Cowan Hubbs and Bill Hart Hubbs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Baptist Church
Kreuger
Cowan
Hubbs
Bill Hart
Longest Submarine Cable Reaches Vancouver to Fanning Islands
The world’s longest submarine cable runs 3,500 miles from Vancouver to the Fanning Islands, extending global communications and linking distant regions. The route underscores vast undersea infrastructure and technological reach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Fanning Islands
Arctic Spear Found Near Florence Oregon
A 12 foot Arctic spear tipped with ivory was unearthed near Florence Oregon, described as one of the most interesting finds in the area. The discovery highlights the region’s rich historical and archaeological significance for researchers and local historians.
Highway Right of Way Secured for Pecos River Link
Three non resident property owners have yet to grant land for a new highway segment from the Pecos river toward Porterville. County Attorney H T Easterling said legal steps will be taken if deals are not closed within the week. Work on the 1.6 mile stretch could start within 30 days, with delays possible from other property owners. Citizens from Ward County pressed the state highway commission for a Grandfalls to Mentone route via Barstow to Red Bluff dam site, receiving no disclosed outcome. Local boosters from Wink and Loving counties seek federal aid of about 20000 dollars to push the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reeces Cunty
Pecos River
H. T. Easterling
Mr. Easterling
Porterville
Mentone
Ward County
Grandfalls
Barstow
Red Bluff
For Rent Three Room Furnished Apartment
Furnished three room apartment modern with garage for rent by Mrs H C Glover. Phone 238 W. Local classified listing indicates available long term rental.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Glover
Two-Room Apartment for Rent in Modern Furnishings
Mrs. Will Cowan advertises a furnished two room apartment for rent at 137J. Call 8-tip for details and availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Cowan
Chile Reclassifies Horseshoes as Government Necessity
Chile declares horseshoes a prime necessity and brings them under government control. Southern Equipment Co of San Antonio changes its name to Southern Industries Inc. Lloyd George appeals to Britain to refrain from bullying Germany. Levelland opens a large cheese factory capable of 16,000 pounds of milk daily to yield 1,500 pounds of cheese. Southern Industries Inc of San Antonio later changes its name to Southland Industries.
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Chile
Southern Equipment Co
San Antonio
Southern Industries, Inc
Levelland
Southern Industries Inc
Southland Industries
Road To Airport Completed Tuesday
A new road from Mentone to the Government airport six miles north was completed Tuesday afternoon. Built by Orville Nelson and Tee Brewer under Sergeant J R Nicholson’s supervision, the project consumed only three and a half days of work. The article credits Nicholson for keeping the right of way clear and assisting the graders.
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Mentone
Government Airport
Orville Nelson
Tee Brewer
J. R. Nicholson
Nicholson
Red Bluff
Loving
Monitor
Porterville
Believe It Or Not Time Zone Church Miracle
Rev. J A Kidd of Mentone told a tale of two church meetings at eleven oclock in Kermit Texas and Jal New Mexico a hour apart yet both filled by the same sermon. The note explains Kermit in central time and Jal in mountain time. Conservation Corps begins with 7500 recruits Ford orders 50000 men for a thirty two hour week. New Braunfels mills add twenty five workers under NRAs code. If there ever was a time when.
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J. A. Kidd
Mentone
Ripley
Kermit
Texas
Jal. N. M
New Braunfels
Wyatt Manufacturing Co Chartered at Pharr
Wyatt Manufacturing Co has been chartered in Pharr marking the establishment of a new local industrial operation. The company aims to produce machinery components and create local employment opportunities in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Cowley
Valvesin
Southwest
Cowley
Dallas
Wyatt Manufacturing Co
Pharr
First Free Library in United States Identified
The Petersborough New Hampshire Town Library is noted as the first free library in the United States, marking a milestone in community access to books and learning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Petersborough
N. H
Pearl Fisher Margarita Shines Near Venezuela
A short note highlights Margarita Island as a profitable site for pearl fishers off the coast of Venezuela with strong returns for harvesters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margarita
Venezuela
Pearl Fisher
Vickers Praises Pecos C C Secy in West Texas Praise
Midland secretary Paul T. Vickers lauded Pecos Chamber of Commerce secretary H. P. Davis and Pecos leadership during a visit. He credited Pecos for contributing to the pink bollworm fight red Bluff dam project and the NRA program, boosting Pecos to state prominence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland
Pecos
Paul T. Vickers
Midland Chamber of Commerce
Vickers
H. P. Davis
Pecos Chamber of Commerce
West Texas
Red Bluff
Chamber of Commerce
NRA
Davis
Luncheon for Bridge Club Hosted by Mrs Pan Heiser
Mrs Pan Heiser hosted a Thursday noon luncheon for the bridge club she belongs to. After the meal, guests enjoyed the games in a lively gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pan Heiser
Bridge Club
Mrs Kyle to Lecture for Baptist Ladies Network
Mrs. Sid Kyle will give a lecture to the ladies of the Baptist church on Tuesday October 51 at 5 50 o clock on the topic The Tabernacle. The prest circle will be hostess for the occasion with music and refreshments.
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Sid Kyle
Monthly Tea Helg At Krauskoog Home
The monthly Methodist tea was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Max Krauskoog on Tuesday. A leading program was given by society members including Mrs. Joel Hed neth Mrs. Monroe Kerr and Mrs Ben Randall. Guests listed include Mesdames Hedgpeth Williams Davis Finley Reeder Hendricks Wilcox Kerr Adany Wilcox Sisk Wadley Randalls Boutright Smith Kravushopf and Wade. Teas and refreshments followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Krauskoog
Liembe
Joel Hedneth
Monroe Kerr
Ma Ben Randall
Mesdames Hedgpeth
C. Wiliams
BH. P. Davis G
Filey
Pecos Juniors to Meet Stockton Team Again this Saturday
The undefeated Pecos Juniors prepare to face Stockton this Saturday after an earlier beatdown of Fort Stockton Juniors. Lineup details from last week's game include Ends and Stoker at end positions and Holloway at guard, with Roben Simmons and Kelton Huff among other players.
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Pecos
Fort Stockton
Stockton
Ly Brand
Stoker
Taces
Holloway
Roben
Simmons
Cents Warrer
Kelton
Huff
Nich
Wicker
Fullfeck
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Mamma
Joe
Ike
Roswell
Colorado
Lubbock
Rage
Pecos & Northwestern Telephone Company
Plaster Lime and
Richmortar
Atlas White Cement
Keen's Cement
Oriental
Pecos, Texas
Entertains Club
Bentley
Baptist Circle
Florence
Ore
Winkler County
Loving County
R. D. Copeland
Ailes Motor Co
Casey
Pecos Valley Lodge
Af&am
P.M
Buddy Reisenberg
WM. W. W. Rublen
Sec’y
Lloyd George
Britain
Germany
Mentone Monitor
Jal
N. M
Ford
McCoy Hotel
Paso
McCoy
Jimmie Alberts
Conocco
Gaia
Conoco
Christian Science Monitor
the Christian Science Monitor
Back Bay Station
Boston
Mass
Pecos C.C. Sec’y
Helg
Pecos Juniors
Prewit
J. T. Brewit
Do Neil
Garrett
Jarrelt
Eixius
Kell
Armstrong
King
Pes HS
Kolar
St’ Nu
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