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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1911

Page

3

Lodge Directories Mention Meetings For Various Lodges

The text lists several fraternal lodge details including Browpier Camp No 10 W O W meeting monthly with officers T N Hater and Wauren Gawwrts noted, Alpine Lodge meets Mondays with W Livixastox N G B C, Alpine Lodge No 7085 A F A M meets first Saturday monthly with acting secretary Burren, inviting visiting brethren in good standing to attend.

Alpine Lodge W. Livixastox N. G. B.C. Anwistead A. FL A.M TJ. Mure Hype Burren Sec

Alpine Commercial Club Headquarters Invitation

The Alpine Commercial Club invites strangers and visitors to make the headquarters their base in the city. Members are urged to visit and call at the office of secretary P. C. Bukney for information and contact.

Alpine Commercial Club P. C. Bukney

Local notices include store visits and service ads

A collection of short notes records visits by A McCallum Caldwells and others to businesses, garden seed arrivals, laundry services at Alpine Laundry and Sandifer cleaners, promotions for Van Camp’s products, harness and shoe repairs, and travel plans to San Antonio El Paso Brackettville and Falfurias. It notes housekeeping and dry cleaning, wardrobe services, and local business promotions with several phone numbers and references to community activity.

Alpine lodge elects Vogt to grand lodge at Abilene

Paul Vogt is chosen by the Alpine lodge to join the grand lodge of the Praetori vans, meeting in Abilene next month, as plans for improvements in West Texas advance. Ree tote a vane, a relative, returns to Erath county amid illness in his family. The pressing club run by A B Sandifer offers monthly service at one dollar and member discounts. W F McGaughy, president of Alpine Telephone, reports upcoming cable replacement to eliminate crossed wires and a new switchboard to be installed this fall, with seamless transfer for subscribers. J W Battles and M T Chastain attend federal court in El Paso. W W Collins and others to serve as petit jurors. Mrs Waldo of Tessie neighborhood injured in wagon accident with rib fracture and contusions. doctor notes no serious injury.

Paul Vogt Adegaté Alpine Lodge the Praetori Vans Abilene W. F. McGaughy Alpe Telephone Company Ess Texas P.W. Kenney McGaughey Alpine Exchange

Judge Higgins Appointment Seen As Certain

Gov Colquitt signed a bill creating a civil court of appeals at El Paso and Amarillo paving the way for E F Higgins to be appointed as a judge by the governor. The vacancy in Brewster county county judge likely to follow, with several aspirants anticipated as action proceeds. The Alpine community reflects in the death of Cornelius Myers during surgery in San Antonio. his burial here follows. Local livestock and bird offerings noted include Jersey cows hens and roosters, milch cows, Rhode Island Reds, Black Minorcas and White Leghorns eggs for setting, and a few yearlings and other farm goods for sale in Presidio and Alpine areas.

Higgins San Antonio Cornelius

Alpine Power Co Expands, Improves Ice Plant

J. H. Derrick, president of Alpine Power Co, says two new engines are being installed causing brief service interruption. The ice plant is thoroughly overhauled and will be ready to manufacture ice within a week. He asks patrons to bear with the temporary disruption as the company aims for better service.

J. H. Derrick Alpine Power Co Derrick

Fainting. the States White Temperance Meeting

A temperance meeting at the Christian Church features speakers on law vs lawlessness, the power of the vote, and the city’s cleansing, with Rev Brown of Sanderson and Miss Enon Smith among addresses. All townsfolk invited to attend.

Temperance Meetling Francis Smart Cook Atchison Mattie Anderson Homer Ferguson Ezek Cline Enon’ Smith Brown Sanderson Christian Church

For Sale Blue and White County Maps West of Pecos

For sale blue and white print maps of all counties west of the Pecos river at 1.50 to 3.00. D. D. Yorx Alpine Texas. Reward Offered Lost A small gold Masonic pin with compass and square on face Finder return to Avalanche and get 2 reward. 4-6-3t

Pecos River D. D. Yorx Alpine Texas Avalanche

Spectacles Found in Texas Near Alpine Return Please

Pair of spectacles in a black case with the name Reese on them. Finder urged to return to Ed Garnett for a reward. Also listed: 4-6-1 eggs for hatching, Crystal White Orpingtons at 3 dollars for 15, Rhode Island Reds at 1.50 for 15. Location Alpine, Texas, contact Da. R. A. Lanceyr, 3:23.

Reese Ed Garnett Rhode Island da. R. A. Lanceyr Alpine Texas

Notice to Guayule Owners in Alpine Texas

The Gilmor Brown Company greets large audiences and sustains its early season reputation. A. McCallum offers 60 dollars per ton for all Guayule delivered to Alpine Texas. Shows were well received.

Gilmor Brown Company

Census of Brewster County Population Shown by Precincts

The census data compare Brewster County across 1890 1900 and 1910, showing total populations and precinct by precinct changes. Presidio County is listed with a total population of 218, two fewer than Brewster, highlighting statewide growth patterns.

Texas Brewster County Presidio County

Lands Big Contract for Fort Davis Residence

M M Whisler returned from Fort Davis reporting he won the plumbing contract for a new $25,000 residence for W Keesey. He says the house will be one of the handsomest and most modern in the region with about $4,000 plumbing costs, each room having a separate bath and toilet, hot and cold water, and steam heating.

M. M. Whisler Fort Davis W. Keesey

Easter Reception Hosted by Methodist Ladies at Mrs Van Le Home

The ladies of the Methodist Church and Woman's Home Mission Society invite attendance at an Easter reception to be held at the home of Mrs. W. Van Le on Monday afternoon July 10 from 4 to 6 o'clock. Hosts include Mrs. W. B. Hancock and Mrs. W. Van Sickie.

the Methodist Church and Woman's Home Mission Society W. van W. B. Hancock W. van Sickie

Ranch and cattle sale listed with Roscoe buyers

Newt Cockrut seeks to sell his ranch of six or eight sections and stock cattle to Hopkins Reston of Roscoe Texas. The price is three dollars per acre plus two dollars per head. Collins Clifton are negotiating the deal.

Newt Cockrut Hopkins & Reston Roscoe Texas Collins & Clifton

Alpine House Sold to Mr Burke in Landmark Deal

The Ben Billingsley home in Alpine was sold last week to Mr. M. S. Burke. H. S. Wigley Co. negotiated the deal. The property is touted as one of Alpine’s best pieces of real estate and Burke receives congratulations from friends on his selection.

Billingsley Ben Billingsley Alpine M.S. Burke H. S. Wigley Co Burke Etus

Organize Ball Team Forms in Alpine Summer

At a skating rink meeting of local baseball fans in Alpine a first class team was formed. Jas Nichols chaired. W J Yates named chair and M S Burke secretary. Committees on finance and grounds named. Nichols captain. Clifton manager. Next meeting set for Thursday night at Alpine Commercial Club rooms.

Nentalight Jas. Nichols W. J. Yates M. S. Burke Messrs J. D. Jackson J. W. Clifton Fone R. B. Slight J. L. Crawford Chas. Brown Alpine Commercial Club Alpine

Fire destroys Mrs Clara Allens Hamilton home

Fire gutted the two story residence of Mrs Clara Allen on the hill near the Presbyterian church in Hamilton yesterday. The build ing caught from a defective flue in the rear and the family saved most furniture and goods. The house and improvements are valued at about 4000 dollars and insured for 900 dollars.

Hamilton Texas Clara Allen H.O. Smith Alpine

Mexican Suspect Sought for Toyah Creek Killing

Sheriff Walton received a call from Fort Davis requesting the arrest of Juan Guadalupe a Mexican man suspected of killing a man on Toyah Creek Friday night no further details were released about the slaying.

Toyah Creek Walton Fort Davis Juan Guadalupe

Notice of Sheriff Sale of Smith Hammitt Property Alpine TX

A district court order in Brewster County Texas directs sale of J J B Smith and O J Hammitt interest in the Smith place in Alpine. Sheriff J A Watron will offer the 2 acre block in Walton Addition for cash at public auction between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on May 2, 1911 at the county courthouse.

District Court Brewster County Texas D. A. T. Walton Agai J. B. Smith O. J. Hammitt J. J.B. Smith O. J. Hammict Alpine Walton Smith Place P. Carroll Geo. Blackburn Buckham Blackburn J. B. Smith J. A. Watron Brewster Co

Local Brewster oil venture forms with 400000 capital

Brewster Oil Co organized by Alpine residents with 400000 capital. Directors include F. E. Gillett J. H. Derrick S. A. Arett W. Van Ekle and R. W. Morrell. A Keystone rig is ordered for a Block G 15 site about 25 miles southeast of Marathon. Morrell will direct operations and stay on site until completion.

Brewster County Marathon Brewster Oi Co R. W. Morrell California Lake View Gusher F. E. Gillett J. H. Derrick S.A. Arett W. van Ekle Morrell Keystone Ics

Mothers Club Meeting at School Friday Afternoon

A Mother's Club meeting is scheduled for Friday afternoon at the school building. All members are urged to attend. President Mrs. Joan Banniant urges participation.

Mother's Club Joan Banniant

Lochausen Case Sent to Trial at Current Term

Sheriff Walton reports the Lochausen case will be tried this term as nine jurors have been selected and he expects the remaining three to be secured. The Brackettville trip was recent as part of the case preparation.

Lochausen Walton Brackettville

Wealthiest? and Other Fellow themes at Methodist Church Sunday

The Methodist Church announces morning worship on the theme Who are the Wealthiest and evening service on What About the Other Fellow. Wallace R. Evans is the pastor and invites all to attend.

Wallace R. Evans

Fort Davis Free Ball Delights Town at Burt House Event

Fort Davis residents enjoyed a free ball at the Burt House on a Friday night in March with five instruments providing music. A large crowd attended, guests and visiting couples listed include W. T. Jones, J. C. Bowes, McCutcheon, Ritter, Harold Thompson, and many more. Punch was served and ladies wore evening attire. Local reports note improvement of Mrs. J. E. Nunn and James Stewart after illness. Visitors from San Marcos and Luling arrived, including Mr Barbee and wife. Connestonponent reports from Fort Davis.

Fort Davis Burt House W. T. Jones J.C. Bowes McCutcheon Mr. Ritter Harald Thompson Mr. McKee Bryan Cart=wright J. W. Espey W. S. Miller Mesdames Edgar Ith Bard Alice Sproul Minnie Bridges Maude “Thie Rube Palmer Eva Jones Genevieve Tompson Lottie Melle Powell Marie McCutcheon Bole Shannon Hixon Melard Keeman Maxwell Claudie Jones Jacke Ewell Ezra Cook George ‘Edwards Odie Grubbs Buster Miles Messrs Patty Carbonclick Woodard Wease Marta

Brewster County Residents Called to Render Property for Tax Rolls

Town lot and real estate owners in Brewster county urged to render holdings to the Tax Assessor by April 30. Properties not rendered will be listed under unknown owners and taxed accordingly. Citizens are warned that failure to render can lead to penalties and undisclosed due taxes. J. W. Patties, Assessor. S.Lbt

Brewster County J. W. Patties S.lbt

Come to Alexander's Confec tionery for fresh fruits and candies

A brief shopper notice invites visitors to Alexander's Confec tionery on the east side of the courthouse for fresh fruits and candies. The fragment suggests a local business advertisement without additional details.

Alexander's Confectionery Court House

Also Mentioned on This Page

Eiting Wooten T.N. Hater Clerk Wauren As. A. Howe Mannix A. McCallum Valentine Caldwells W. M. Sanford Maria Jas. Arthur Miles van Camp Security Caldwell’s Sandifer Metta Harmes J. A. Walton Marfa Mrs. H. Luthy Walton Cottage G. W. Page el Paso W. E. Caldwell Falfurias Will Cotter Ware McMullen Shen Walton Vas Sickle Lochhausen Alpine Feed & Fuel Co W. A. Weakley Missouri P. W. Kenney Boerne Funk Erath County A. B. Sandifer J. W. Battles M. T. Chastain Federal Court W. W. Collins George Blackburn Ben West W. H. Funk Waldo Tessie Berkeley Jersey Plymouth Rock W. T. Davis Libe Marfa Sea Haile At Nyal Hirsutone R. B. Slight & Co Sells Crawford & Barron Sanitary Grocery Tor Ox Wichitas Crawford & Marron Methodist Church John Your Johnn Younge Land Company Jas. Stewart J. E. Nunn Mr. Barbee San Marcos Our Town T. E. Brown Jr Luling Dathves J.B. Davis
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