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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1930
Page
2
The article documents a push for civic beautifying in the town led by local residents including Mr and Mrs Tom Yarbro and Ms XH McCoy. It notes the poor economy and advocates concerted action to improve streets parks and home surroundings with trees shrubs and lawn furniture. Also mentions social events and club activities in the community.
A fragment notes merchants clinging to old methods with wood stoves and oil lamps, avoiding telephones and typewriters and bans on advertising. The terse item hints at a bygone era in contrast to modern business practices, mentioning San Antonio Express as a source.
A fragment from the Frederickabury Standard laments the blight of slander on lives and contrasts it with those who seek facts about scarce goods. It praises steady, meaningful talk while condemning empty chatter.
The Times quotes Sam Angelo urging parents to dress children in vivid red, orange, or bright blue to attract attention and prevent accidents. He notes motorists should drive like normal humans, not like reckless drivers, to improve road safety.
A new law passed recently sets up game sanctuaries on lands tendered for public use and restricts hunting for ten years. Critics say the quota system favors wealthier hunters who can pay higher fees, while poorer individuals may lose access. The Rew Commission vows fair regulation of hunting privileges and to curb perverse incentives. The commission suggests universal hunting licenses funded by surplus from fees to buy hunting rights from landowners, opening areas to all.
A reader asks which wild rose is meant, provoking confusion among the public. The piece laments unnecessary debate over varieties such as sweetbrier, dog rose, and damask, noting many do not know or care which rose is referenced and suggesting the inquiry disturbs general contentment.
Mrs W W Crawford delightedly entertained the Presbyterian Missionary Society at her home Wednesday evening. Mrs B B McCoy led on Japan with Mrs Todd and Mrs Worthington helping on the program. Mrs Puller assisted.
Invited guest and a review of the Amarillo council meeting is given. Delicious refreshments were served to Mesdames Todd Nail Worthington Hopper Young McCoy and Fuller. Palmer J French left Monday with his wife from San Antonio for Rochester Mayo hospital for medical attention. Baby Chicks That Grow offers eggs from strong flocks with started chicka specialty and custom hatching. Visitors welcome. Phone 01 High Hatcheries Riverheart Batley's Gift Shop.
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