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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1928
Page
7
Marathon items recount the shooting of a ranch dog named Jack at Albert Chambers’s property. The hours after the incident describe the dog’s loyalty and defense, ending with Jack being killed after maiming a boy accidentally. The tale highlights the dog’s vigil and tragic death on the ranch.
Rev J D Swagerty of Atanta Ga assists in a church meeting in Marathon with readings and sermons. The event runs through Sunday the 22nd with many guests listed. A prize raffle and refreshments were provided. attendance noted from a broad local circle.
Last Wednesday the PTA gathered in the school auditorium for a series of talks. Mesdames Arnold Crawton Stilwell attended, sharing insights from the study street and other local concerns.
Thomas J. Miller named tax assessor at the regular commissioners meeting. The appointment follows years of surveying work in the county. He aids in valuing property and acts as chief officer deputy in the collector’s office. The decision reflects his long service and thorough knowledge of county property values.
Mr and Mrs Elliot Stewart entertained a large crowd of friends with a dance at their ranch home Friday evening.
Perry Dawson hosted an Easter party at Kendrick's home with six grandmothers assisting. The seventh grade group enjoyed games and contests, followed by ice cream and cake.
Mr and Mrs B J fra tained Saturday evening t h grades of the Nis lelicloux supper served pieni style. Those enjoying the affair include Misses Ruby Armstrong Georgia Moorefield Bonnye Shoemake Mrs Nelson Messrs Walton Shoemake Doyle Worsham WH edison Abiman.
Sixth grades were entertained on Saturday with a cookie reception. Names of attendees include Jo n Martin Vir la Jones Mabel Hollis Alma Gulch Hazel Jolly Alice Bell Rice Bo Shackelford Vada Mae Roberts Eleanor Abiman Julia Leckhauser Mary Meeks Tom Hollis W Hat Starr Frederick Rice J B Klaten Frances Gholson Harold Mascon J W Shely Marco Giles Lyda Crawford and Je.
Easter egg hunt Saturday afternoon entertained Sunday school primary class at the home of Feron and Lautenteh. After the hunt, games were enjoyed and refreshments served.
Miss Naomi Grin hosted an Easter party Friday afternoon for SRD and 4th grade students at the school. The room featured spring flowers and potted plants. Easter baskets with eggs were given as favors and assorted fruits were served during the merry afternoon.
Mr and Mrs E H Todd hosted a bridge supper Friday evening at their home for five tables of guests. Easter decorations favors and tallies highlighted the event. A plate supper was served on embroidered luncheon cloths as eight games concluded with large boxes of candy awarded.
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