Education in Hobbs
Hobbs' second schoolhouse was built in 1915 by Ernest Byers.
It was located on the northeast corner of Dal Paso and Marland.
The first classes were held in the basement, while the building
was still under construction. Eden schoolhouse was moved to
town and attached to the building.
Will Rogers Elementary under construction in 1936.
Originally named North Hobbs Elementary School.
Photo and notes courtesy of Max Clampitt
The first Hobbs High School, located at 300 North Houston.
Built in 1935 for a cost of $80,000. Present location of Houston Junior High.
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Early Hobbs High football team.
Identified so far:
#1 Foster McPeters, #4 A.G. Rankin, #9 Ralph "Slatz" Baggett,
#11 Bill Hollis, Coach Herb West (far right, bottom row)
(please contact us if you can help identify more)
Photo and notes courtesy of Max Clampitt
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Hobbs High School students in 1940.
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Hobbs High School, which was located in the present location of Houston Junior High,
was completely destroyed by fire April 6, 1942. Cause was unknown. The attached gymnasium
was not attached to the main building, so it was not lost and is still in use today.
An aerial view of Hobbs High School in 1954, facing northwest.
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Photo and notes courtesy of Max Clampitt
Hobbs School Bus drivers.
Earl Kornegay is shown second from the right, in the necktie.
Anna Lee Kornegay is shown fourth from the left.
(please contact us if you can help identify others)
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