Sit Steady in the Boat and Lessons for Troubled Times
A local note reflects on the father’s instruction to “sit steady in the boat” as a metaphor for calm endurance during life storms. The piece ties quiet perseverance to safe harbor, acknowledging wreckage but urging steadiness. Also advertises for sale of land abstracts by TRANS-PECOS ABSTRACT CO. in Alpine and Marathon, Brewster County, Texas.
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Upbui
Byrde Hamilton
Mike
Brewster County
Alpine
Marathon Mays
TRANS
Sacret Court
United of Delaware
Sitsang
Delaware
United States of America
Mariposa Mining Company
United States
District of
Texas
Court House
States
Clean Up and Paint Up Campaign Aims for Sanitary Community
The campaign seeks to improve sanitary conditions through initial intensive work and year‑round maintenance. It emphasizes thorough early efforts so follow‑up work can continue effectively and prevent a return of unsanitary conditions.
Three Tent Theatre Heads to Alpine for Week
Alpine and nearby towns anticipate a rare amusement treat next week starting Monday April 19. Reported by several cities, the pros praise the show as a top entertainment enterprise after appearances in other towns.
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Alpine
Heat er For Sale And Saddle Bookcase Combo
Fragmented OCR notes describe a heater for sale, a combined bookcase and saddle unit, and a chaotic urban scene. Includes a threat to return a stolen skunk from 8 Division St while a Michigan clue appears and a tense domestic exchange about a Brown boy and a black eye.
Irene Thomas quits after signing DAM with boss Meyer
Irene Thomas, a p 1ty typist, made a hit with her new boss Dave A Meyer but quits after he notices she signed DAM. The fragment hints at a workplace romance or contract issue affecting employment.
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Irene Thomas
Dave A. Meyer
Dam
Trapper Evans Talks Wolf Trapping Tactics
An observer asked Trapper Evans how he handled wolves during capture. Evans replied he released their mouths so they could not bite, describing a simple method from the field. The piece notes curiosity about the wolf’s actions during the process.
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Evans
The Girl Wins entertainments at Alpine High Class
Alpine announces a Monday night bill featuring The Girl Wins a four act comedy with high class vaudeville between acts. One paid adult ticket 35 cents admits two ladies or one gentleman and a lady, promising sighs laughs and climactic delight.
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Alpine
Marfa Visitor Attends Services at Christian Church
Mrs. J. D. Jackson of Alpine visited Marfa this week to attend services at the Christian church conducted by Dr. John W. Tyndall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Jackson
Alpine
Christian Church
John W. Tyndall
Political Announcements for Democratic Primaries 1926
The Avalanche publishes party primary candidates list for July 24 1926. County Clerk Mamie Lease. Sheriff and Tax Collector W N Gourley re election with T I Morgan. Commissioner Precinct 1 Clarence Hord FL Robinson. Commissioner Precinct 2 J A Anderson Beverly Greenwood P B Clark Dave Pearce. Commissioner Precinct 3 Zenas P Decie Marathon Bou rland re election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Hord
FL Robinson
J.A. Anderson
Beverly Greenwood
P. B. Clark
Dave Pearce
Zenas P. Decie
Marathon
Bourland
Mr and Mrs McCool Visit from Best In Lawford
Mr and Mrs McCool traveled by car Friday from Best In their home area. Mr McCool returned Sunday and will spend the week in Alpine as guest of Mr Anja Wilson.
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McCool
Best
Mr. McCool
Alpine
Anja Wilson
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