Overland Drive Through Big Bend Country South of Alpine
A vivid river country tour from Alpine to Terlingua along the Rio Grande, describing Castalon peak, Boquillas, Hot Springs, and the Orion range. The Johnson farm on the riverbank near Castalon, its famed hospitality, and a large Sunday gathering with barbecued goat and hominy are highlighted, plus a museum-like home display of Big Bend artifacts and indian relics. Weather notes describe 90 plus degrees in summer, and the area’s unusual climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonnson
Biles
Johnson
Gan Vien
She
Tom Miler
Brewster County
Boqulla
Boqul
Jas
Mexico
Praca
Alpine
Johnson Farm
la Kona
Cow Heaven
Elmo Jonson
Rio Grande
Big Bend
Me Johnson
John
Chisos
Miller
Sam Ogle
Rich Ore Big Party Visits Johnson Farm In Big Bend
An ore discovery reported last week near the Study Butte mine operated by W. D. Burcham and others, about sx miles east of the Chisos quicksilver mine at Ter Mingus, uncovered a fifteen foot vein of cinnabar ore while digging a water tunnel. Unverified reports say H. C. Slaughter and others sold or leased the Ad Mariscal mining properties in southern the county, with operations planned soon employing many men. The Mariscal mine lies south of the Chisos mountains near Mariscal pass, where Rio Grande carved a deep canyon. New machinery will be installed and active production expected early. Shafter mines in Presidio county have reopened.
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Study Butte
W. D. Burcham
Ter- Mingus
H. C. Slaughter
Glen Springs Rancher
Ad Mariscal
Mariscal
Chisos Mountains
Assa
Rio Grande
Shafter
Shafter Mines
Presidio County
Army airfield work viewed at Johnson farm Rio Grande
About 60 people from Marfa Terlingua Alpine and nearby areas met at the Johnson farm on the Rio Grande last Sunday to inspect the emergency landing field for army planes and enjoy a feast by Mr and Mrs Elmo Johnson. Army aircraft were expected to land but plans were disrupted. Local and private planes brought visitors including Capt J John McDonald of Fort Bliss. Roadwork clears land and prepares a 40 acre leased tract for a landing field three quarters of a mile long and 400 feet wide. Adobes are being made for future army buildings and terrace Biggs and Sgt H L Richardson from the Dryden army airfield demonstrated a portable radio to be installed at the field. Continued on Last Page
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Marfa
Terlingua
Alpine
Oter Points
Johnson Farm
Rio Grande
Elmo Johnson
Leroy [Cleveland
A. E. Johnson
el Paso
J John McDonald
Fort Biss
Ross Miller
Sam Ogle
Terrace Biggs
H. L. Richardson
Dryden
Registration of Autos Totals 962 in County Licenses
Tax collector reports 962 auto registrations in last three days for 1934 licenses without penalty. Friday to Sunday added 2 passenger cars, 58 commercial vehicles, and one farm truck, raising yearly total to 1,962. county first 1,165 licenses issued for 1993. Some cars remain unregistered. after April 1, no penalty applies for late registrations.
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Ted
Two School Trustees to Be Elected Tomorrow
Reading of a local election report notes two school trustees to be chosen tomorrow. Candidates include B. A. Integer and others on the ballot. County and precinct officials outline the process and positions in the upcoming vote.
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Chen
Dre
Cour
TA Beart
B.A. Integer
Bear
Adana
Sander
York
Iso
Missioner
R. B
Record Vote Cast In City Election
The city held its largest election turn out with 430 votes cast. Mayor candidates were Mody 366, Stams 419, and McGaughy 419. G W Baines received 64 votes despite not seeking re election after withdrawing. Stams and McGaughy are current city commissioners and will take office for the next term within two weeks.
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G. W. Baines
Mody
Stams
McGaughy
Baines
More Subscribers Pay Up This Week in Avalanche Drive
The Avalanche reports a modest gain in its payup subscription campaign this week. Several readers from Alpine are thanked for settling balances including Mrs. Dale Bowman and B. Ray Spence among others, while some accounts still overdue are urged to pay promptly.
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the Avalanche
Dale Bowman
Alpine
Ray Spence
O. V. Nettleton
J. E Lamb
Louise K. Foster
Jack Cross
K. Lange
Clean-up week date announced for spring effort
Fragmented notice outlines a clean-up campaign with emphasis on welfare work and community improvement. It calls every citizen to participate in tidying streets, playgrounds, parks, and homes while stressing savings and upkeep in the neighborhood. Continued on last page.
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Progam
Alpine Pageant Draws West Tenn Guests At Homecoming
An Alpine homecoming pageant expected a large turnout with plans for a two day TransPecos conference event. Sul Ross and Tenn Tech football on the program alongside the college’s homecoming parade, alumni activities, and musical performances drawing teachers and residents from West Texas towns.
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West Tenn
Konoroot
Alpine
Wil Tel
Icom
Coltion
A.M
Mc. Yoamey Schools
TransPeces Divin
Rome
Sul Ross Tubes
Tenns Tech
Iano
Eusorasitavang
Cers
Alpine Folks Attend Ozona Baptist Meet
Rev and Mrs Buren Sparks Mrs John Young and Rev J A Kidd attended the samaities meeting for Baptist Sunday schools and B T Scholastics obtained the delegations during the featured entertainment. Prominent church workers from across the state were present. The meeting next year will be held in tev.
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Buren Sparks
John Young
J. A. Kidd
B. T
Mexican pupil numbers rise in Alpine census report
M F Slover announced Alpine Independent School District tallies for the year totaling 1073, up 83 from last year and 100 more than the previous census. Whites numbered 487, colors 9, while Mexicans reached 586, driven by CWA-employment relocation. The district spans Alpine city, north to Jeff Davis line, west to Presidio County, east toward Marathon, and south about 30 miles.
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Alpine Independent
M. F Slover
Alpine
Slover
CWA
Lot Alpine
Jeff Davis Bounty Line
Presidio! County
I Marathon
Mail service from Fort Stockton to Alpine discontinued
The post office reports Santa Fe route from Fort Stockton to Alpine halted at the start of the week. San Angelo and other points will face delays as the line is out. Officials expect possible resumption soon and a San Angelo protest will be taken to Washington if needed. Sugar can be made from wood.
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Santa Fe
Fort Stockton
Aline
Post Office Department
San Angelo
Washington
Marfa Plans Highland Fair with Rodeo and Races
Officials of the Highland Fair association in Marfa plan a four day event starting October 3 featuring a rodeo and fast horse races. A college football game and special collegiate stunts are planned for Big Bend fans. Directors aim to make the fair a Big Bend event for 1934 and will invite fans from area towns.
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Highland Fair Association
Marfa
Marta
Big Bend
Representa
Indications Point To Big Attendance At Summer Session
Indications point to a large attendance at the Sul Ross College summer session. President H W Morelock said this week and Piney residents with housing or who can furnish board and room to students are urged to communicate with the college promptly. An increase in inquiries from prospective students was noted and the summer session is predicted to be a very satisfactory one. W B Wheat was a visitor.
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Sul Ross College
H. W. Morelock
Water shortage dims Chisos park camp prospects
In Alpine and surrounding areas water development for proposed OC camps in the Chisos mountains faces delays. Two wells are being drilled to bedrock while work resumes on a prior gulch well. Plans include piping water from New Mexico springs to meet Army requirements for a six month camp, with April 15 allocation looming.
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Chisos Mountains
Baker
State Pork, Water Board
State University
Chisos Rea
Casner
OCC
Inca
Chon Mountain
Many Turn Out To Hear Cowboy Band
A large audience attended the Blzamons university Cowboy band concert at El Rowcolle auditorium. Directed by D O Wiley the program featured Johnny Re nean England champion cowboy and Billy Morrow on xylophone, drawing strong applause. The ensemble traveled from Marta for performances and the Sul Now College band sponsored the event with proceeds aiding uniforms. about 847.00 was added to the band fund.
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Blzamons Universty Cowboy
el Rowcolle Auditorium
Friany Wea
D.O. Wiley
Johnny Renean
England
Billy Morrow
Instruction School For Relief Boards Held in Alpine
A county administrator and boards relief school was held at Sul Ross college in Alpine. Jim Howe and D O Karper led an all day session with relief boards from nine West Texas counties including Reeves, Ward, Terrell, Presidio, Culberson, Hudspeth and Brewster. Mrs G B Hunter of Pecos visited Alpine and suffered acute appendicitis requiring operation, but her condition reportedly improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Howe
D. O. Karper
W. D. Montgomery
State Relief Board
Austin
Sul Ross College
West Texas
Keng Reeves
Ward
Terrell Val Veede
Presidio
Jett Davis
Culberson
Hudpeth
Brewster
G. B. Hunter
Pecos
Alpine
Jemma Billingsley
Apeta
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A. A. Newell
Los Angeles
Ozona Baptist Meet
Highland Fair
W. B
Wheat Wes O
Chilos Mountains
Geo. H. Yates
Son
Santone
George S. Yates
San Antonio
Bryan Yates
Southern Pacific
Christian Church
J. T. McKisick
Fim
Grove Cemetery
Yates
Hot Springs
New Mexico
J. Polix McGaughy
J. Ey Yates
Tucumcari
Cowboy
SU Ross
Whitney
Bra
Bea
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