Fort Stockton to Alpine Gas Pipeline Plan Progress
Woods described a project moving from Fort Stockton to Alpine with a main line reaching the Santa Fe stockpens area. The gas system would supply multiple Pecos Valley towns via deep wells, using a four inch line with potential five and a half inch mains, aiming to power future manufacturers and plants.
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Woods
Fort Stockton
Cerew
Alpine
Pecos Valley
Dees
Santa Fe
Hovey
J.C. Langstorf
Mey City
Tmeltora
Highway plans and funding delays noted for county roads
The article discusses stalled progress on cementing 62 dips on Horderway, delays affecting a planned county road map, and the uncertain future of Highway 67 from Del Rio to Alpine. It mentions Gitchrist and his men and their two-month stay, plus debates over Borderway funding from San Antonio to El Paso and a chamber of commerce influence on state action.
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Horderway
J Ponall
Gitchrist
del Rio
Alpine
Forrockton
San Antonio
el Paso
Cal Chamber of
Fommerce
Government of Hetals
Palatial Fire Destroys Welker House and Outbuildings
A blaze engulfed the Welker residence and outbuildings with ample water pressure aiding firefighting. The fire burned slowly, roofs damaged, chimneys standing, and embers fell onto the roof as residents and onlookers watched. Trustees Miller Bapy and Merafolder reported the electricity was off and noted signs of entry, with the house under Odd Fellows oversight for years.
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Welkers
Welker
Uch
WS Miller
J W. Bapy
Nick Merafolder
Fort Davis landmark and owner remembered in ruins
Fragments tell of a Fort Davis figure who built a notable residence admired for rock and cement work and fine wood. Visitors registered in a guest book as the owner, long famed, watched the rooms with pride though a missing intruder note and months of decay followed.
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Fortavis
Noort
Fort Davis
Stewart
Continued work on basement and cafeteria at college
Construction continues on the basement area including the cafeteria kitchen and dining room after a legislative appropriation. Workers smooth off terrazzo floors while marble and concrete surfaces define about 5900 and 5000 square feet respectively in the new college eating areas.
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West Tena
High School Progress Clarified In Lettered Notice
A fragmented notice from the high school section outlines orders for students to complete work, with grading rules adjusted. It mentions the Rev. Huren Sparks tasked with delivering information and determining eligibility for diplomas, though details are incomplete.
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Huren Sparks
School Board Prez Chosen After Trustees Elected
Henry o T wietener of Big Bend was chosen president of the school board after the election of three trustees FR Gillett AM Sandifer and Clay Holland to full terms. A secretary was not yet chosen but expected to be ward one of the new members. Wells McIntyre and T A Mead joined the board with Clay Holland seeking re election alongside Mrs TF Skerington and Mrs GW Martin. McIntyre qualified to serve. Beard missed the Paso court and will be qualified at the next meeting. FM Git noted for 20 years.
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Henry O T Wietener
Big Bend
Wells McIntyre
T. A. Meard
Clay Holland
Mra
TF. Skerington
Proteher
AL A. Murray
GW. Martin
T. A. Beard
Paso
Fletcher
P T A Meet Declares Event A Grand Success
A Texas conference gathering of parents and teachers drew praise for hospitality and strong talks on youth, modern parenthood, and scholarships. Speakers included Mrs. Margaret W. Wood and Mr. Stephen Chamness, with support from El Paso groups and local officials.
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Stephen Chamnest
Austin
Steste. Ledbetter
Ate Health Department
Meo MB. Port
Paso
el Paso
American Soial Hygiene Asociation
Hlatriet
Margaret W. Wood
New York
American Social Ssociation
Eure
1 W. Morelock
Pecos
Lions
Chamber of Commers
Maraton
Cemetery Association Meeting Postponed To Next Week
The Cemetery Association meeting, initially set for last Monday, is postponed to next Monday at 3 PM due to an unclling program at Kokernot Springs. Members are urged to attend at Christian Shore for important matters. The notice cites Avata 4 printing details and pricing.
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Threelock
Kokernot Springs
Associ Fon
Christian Shore
Unveiling of Kakernot Market Monument Draws Hundreds
Nearly three hundred people attend the Kakernot Springs unveiling ceremony of a monument honoring the historic Chihuahua Trail segment. Davis Mountain Federated clubs funded the project with Plaque by Le G. Knipe. Speakers include Henry Pletcher and Marfa Cavalry band performances.
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Kakernot Springs
Davis Mountain
Chihuahu Trail
L. C. Brite
Marta
George Baines
Alpine
Kokernot Lodge
le G. Knipe
Marfa
Ste
First Cavalry Band
Henry Pletcher
Chihuahua ‘Trail
Ite
Kokernot Springs
Burgess Water Hole
San Lorena
Juan de Domingues
Mendosa
Never too late to settle the subscription arrears plea
A fragmented notice pleads arrears payments for subscriptions. It lists names of those in arrears including Frank Young Alpine and G B Crawford Alpine with several other individuals across Texas and Oklahoma. The tone urges immediate attention and warns readers to check expiration dates on their paper.
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Frank Young
Alpine
P. Myers
Lexington
G. B. Crawford
John Kokernot
San Marcos
Tex
Bucks Face Fort Stockton In Timed Diamond Tilt
Coach Horace Oliver reshuffles the infield to steady the Bucks after an 18 to seven opening loss. Weyerts remains at catcher while Sammy Cresap starts on the mound with Benson Cook in reserve. Lloyd Mos shifts to short then second as Hord moves to his prior position. Clifton Moss takes Langford’s corner. Outfield features Langford Stack Lysle O'Brien and Ray LaBetf.
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Horace Oliver
Bucks
Fort Stockton
Jackson Field
Areen
Weyerts
Sammy Cresap
Benson Cook
Ould
Toon
Stack
Lloyd Mos
Hord
Clifton Moss
Langford
Oliver
Lysle O'Brien
Ray LaBetf
Alpine band to start Sunday concerts summer program
Alpine Municipal band announces regular Sunday afternoon concerts this summer at 4 pm with plans for weekly shows and occasional weekday evenings. Members have rehearsed for a month, with a varied program including Hail Hail The Gang's All Here and The Star Spangled Banner conducted by Arnold Benedetto.
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Alpine Muntee
Pal
Alpine
Lake Intermento
Indian Trail
de Lamater
Hutt
Benedett
Sing Praises of Saxophone and Ice Delivery
A speaker, referred to as old Bill Der, extols a dulcet saxophone tone and praises good folk who treat you right. He notes the need to keep a huge supply of building materials due to high demand. The demand stems from delivering quality ice every minute.
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Bill der
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G. W. Martin
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Fred Parsell
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Ethel Clifford
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C. Henderson
M. Major
Norton Harper
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Okla
Rango
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Blackleg Vaccine
O. M. Franklin Blackleg Serum Co
Alpine Drug Store
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Fifth Street
Storey-Whiteside Lamber Co
George Bancroft
Kay Francis
Clive Brook
Carroll| Roe
Constancy Bennett, Eric von Stroheim
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Ricardo Cortez
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Barbara Bedford
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