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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 22, 1920

Page

2

J Banton Worthington for Sheriff

Announcement places J Banton Worthington of Marathon as a candidate for Sheriff of Brew in the Democratic column. It cites his 15 years in Alpine Marathon and claims wartime service and ranching ties, urging support for nomination and noting regional need and local sentiment.

Banton Worthington Marathon Brew J. M. Worth Marathon Worthington Sis Wenely Alpine Uneten U.S France

Elves Gundidates Enter Democratic Primary Race

A local advertisement proclaims elves as Gundidates for listed offices, asserting candidacy subject to the Democratic Primary to be held in July 1920.

Quicksilver and Mineral Development In Big Bend Border Region

E A Waldron tracks activity in the Big Bend and along the border. He reports signs of potential silver wealth, with early favorable showings and promising ledge zones. The article notes ongoing hard work, widening seams, and the need for staking to capitalize on metal indications.

J Wadwards Harker County

Deep Wells and Oil Prospects in Marathon District

A rough note argues for deep testing to access substantial oil in the Marathon area. It cites depths around 4000 feet and mentions the world’s deepest well at 7363 feet, referencing American drilling history and the Waldron Quicksilver and Maerial Development Company as a local player.

Marathon America Penna Tne Waldron Quicksilver and Maerial Development Company Siserihe Avalanche

Tragedy Unfolds Amid Bigamy Case At Missouri Lodge

In Newburg Missouri a Masonic Lodge sought to arrest a man for bigamy after alleging a French wife and a Missouri wife. A tense confrontation led to gunfire. deputies pursued Harris who attempted to flee from a hotel with a woman present. The event ended with a fatal shooting as deputies closed in.

Masonic Lodge Newburg Harris

Church notices list Sunday services across multiple congregations

The page lists multiple churches with Sunday School times and sermons. Baptist Church holds 10 am Sunday School 11 am service with a 7:30 pm sermon. junior and senior BY programs. a Saturday April 26 picnic at Pass Meet. Saint James Episcopal Church morning service at 10. Presbyterian and Christian Church services noted.

Piasano Pass Christian Church Bible School

Methodist Church Sunday Schedule and Services

The Methodist Church lists Sunday School at 10 a.m. followed by preaching at 11 a.m. The Senior Missionary League meets at 6 15 p.m. and the Evening Service is at the same location with Pastor J H Walker in charge.

Spiritualism discussed at M Presbyterian Church in Easter service

The Reverend Clarence S. McClellan Jr. of Maria will speak at 7 o'clock on the subject of Spiritualism, its relation to Christian belief, and the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, clarifying church positions and inviting all to attend during the Easter season.

M Presbyterian Church Clarence S. McClellan, Jr Maria Oliver Try Basil King Doyle Jesus Christ

Ice Price Increase Notice by Alpine Light & Ice Co

Alpine Light and Ice Co announces a price raise with rule that orders require minimums of ten pounds. Price points include ten pound books for 14 dollars and 1000tD books for 2 dollars, with 25th or more at a time for 500Th book at 5 dollars. Delivery customers must secure coupon books, per manager J. D. Hix.

Alpine Light & Ice CO J.D. Hix Mgr

In Memoriam Laverign Sparks Brewster Camp Resolution

Wehereas in the evening of December 3 1919 Laverign C S Sparks a member of Brewster Camp 491 W O W suddenly departed from those who loved him The camp records with sorrow the untimely departure of a zealous worker and devoted family man We commend comfort to his bereaved and note his name Charles Treadwell Charles Arthur

Wehereas Laverign C S. Sparks Brewster

Resolutions Extend Sympathy for Sovereign Long's Death

Brewster Camp No. 491 passes a motion to express heartfelt sympathy to Sovereign Long and family on his passing. Committee members G. K. Lange, Charles Treadwell, and Charles Arthur signed the resolutions and spread them on the minutes.

Long G. K. Lange Charles Treadwell Charles Arthur

Property Offered in 5 and 10 Acre Tracts for Purchase

Listings advertise parcels in 5 and 10 acre tracts available for sale to buyers. Details emphasize suitability for purchase by individuals seeking rural lots and potential for development or farming.

Also Mentioned on This Page

The Alpine Publishing Co Ine J.D. Jackson Jim P. Wilbon CW. Livingston EK Mentley W. T Henderson F. J. Moyer Factor Texas J. Banton Worthington Marine W. HL Ragin S Urke J. Horton Worthington Larathon Trans Pecos Abstract Company Alpine, Texas L. Hopson Court House Brewster Leasing & Development Company Lackey Building D. Woop Iuu Uns G. H. Yates Quicksilver and Mineral Development By E. A. Waldron Baptist Charch W. P. Ray Saint James’ Episcopal Church Frank Gillett C., McClellan Presbyterian Church U.S. Netterville Memorial Fund U. S. Netterville J. E. Casner Charles Treadwell Pecos Valley A. M. Turney Bone Spring Twin Mills Allpine Alpine Lumber Co Cort G.C& Sf.r'y Co State of Allen & Bechtol Brokers Office Darling Building Cash Grocery CO Morgan & Johnson el Paso J. O. Cazares & CO H.C. L Odiles
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