Brewster County Rich in Mineral Deposits Across Vast Region
Readable text outlines Brewster County rich in coal beds near the southeast, extensive marble deposits in the southwest, and a developing quicksilver mine led by T. A. Waldron. It notes wax from candilla plant near Alpine, proposed Orient railroad expansion, and the county’s potential to become a major mining center with development and investment.
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Brewster County
Rewster
Kin Baer
Spachinerys
Quicksilver Nine
T. A. Waldron
Waldron Quicksilver
Alpine
Waldron
Pat Lindsey
Irewster
Orient
Southwest
Oil Industry in 1921 A Turbulent Year of Price Swings
The 1921 oil year saw a drastic price collapse from 3.50 to 1.00 per barrel in the Marl Continent field, and a sharp drop in wells drilled by 10 000 compared with 1920. A summer rally followed as demand rose and Mexican supply prospects grew, lifting prices to 2.00 in the Mid-Continent and 2.25 in North Texas.
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Continent
Mexico
Mid- Continent
Texas
Section Maps of Brewster County for sale
Maps of Brewster County showing towns railways oil wells mines and mineral zones compiled from official Land Office maps for sale by Trans Pecos Abstract Co Alpine Texas.
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Brewster Co
Official
Land Office
Trans Pecos Abstract Co
Alpine
Texas
Cordial Cross Border Ties Ease Pursuit of Fugitives
Brewster county praises cooperation with Mexican officials including Lieut. Col A. G. Castillon. Officials say shared efforts have reduced cross border crime as both sides aid in locating wanted men. If Brewster county alone could decide, Mexico would be recognized without further discussion.
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Texas
Mexico
Trewster
Rio Grande
A. G. Castillon
Brewster County
Purena Advertisement Read by Alamo Lumber Ad
Alamo Lumber issues an advertisement inviting readers to view Purena on another feed. The notice blends trade outreach with product promotion and directs attention to a separate platform for details.
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Alamo Lumber Company
Optimism persists for Brewster oil wells amid limited details
In Brewster County activity continues at several wells. The Hovey well awaits a delayed fuel oil car to finish water sealing. Marathon seeks action, Portland O and G Syndicate’s Bone Springs site reports no progress update. Nine Point shows satisfactory progress while Wilson and other wells hint at potential future yields.
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Brewster County
Hovey
J. E. Doddridge
Portland O. & G. Syndicate
Bone Springs
Texas Oil and Gas Well Statistics for 1921–1922
Texas oil and gas data from the Railroad Commission shows 5528 wells drilled in 1921 with 1780 producers and 731 dry wells and 396 producers that later went dry. In 1921 1133 wells were plugged and gas wells totaled 109 with daily production averaging 698,248,136 cubic feet. In early 1922 1080 wells started, 820 completed, and 360 plugged.
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Oil and Gas Division
Railroad Commission of Texas
Austin
Alpine City of Future Greatness and Opportunity
An editorial extols Alpine as a city shaped by its people, praising its location and growth potential. It urges business and small industries to consider Alpine’s promise, inviting investment and participation in building a thriving community.
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Alpine
High Education Stands Among Finest Facilities
The passage praises exceptionally high standards of education with outstanding facilities and refined family atmosphere, highlighting superior teaching quality and a superior educational environment.
Alpine offers healthful living and promising business in high country
The article extols Alpine as a prime place for business ventures from farms to market gardens. It emphasizes the healthful climate at about 5000 feet elevation, a dry pure atmosphere, and a valley setting surrounded by tall mountains. It argues health is foundational to any life or enterprise.
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Alpine
Avalanche
Avalanche Noted for Glad Tidings of Joy and New Mentions
The Avalanche records a glad tidings note and highlights individuals not mentioned last week as part of a general update. The item emphasizes new acknowledgments and community goodwill without detailing specific names or events.
Alpine Light Plant and Ice Factory A Texas Town Pride
Alpine showcases a robust light and ice operation using pure well water and a large supply to serve Southern Pacific and Orient rail towns. The plant offers 24 hour service and aims to become a pioneering city lighted by the whiteway system. Manager J. D. Hix leads a skilled staff with strong wholesale grocers contributing to the town’s growth.
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Alpine
Southern Pacific
Orient
Alpine Light & Ice Company
Texas
J. D. Hix
Teachers Club Ad Seeks Early Term Teachers
Locate early for the new term and avoid delays as desirable positions fill. No commission on salary. Unexcelled service. Write for particulars to States Teachers Club, Box 263, Dallas.
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States Teachers Club
Dallas
Also Mentioned on This Page
Hird
Arewster
Orient South
John Young
John Young Jr
John Young Land Company
Marathon Company
Nine Point Well
Brewster Company
Wilson Wells
Brewster
Otis Turner
First Presbyterian Church
J. A. McMillan
Alpine High School
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