Pioneer Pat Murphy of Alpine Dies After Ill Health
Pat Murphy, longtime Alpine resident and former Gage ranch manager, dies at home after months of illness. Born January 23 1850 in Cumberland County North Carolina he came to Texas with parents, later moving to Coleman and then Alpine. Funeral at residence conducted by Rev Bowles and others, with interment in Alpine Cemetery. Observance of International Boys Week sponsored by Alpine Rotary includes a Sunday boys service and Monday Field Day with parades, races, and games at Jackson Field under Sul Ross coach supervision.
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N.S
Pat) Murphy
East Alpine
Cornelius Bowles
First Baptist Church
Uncle Pat
North Carolina
Mr. Murphy
Cumberland County
Texas
Waco
Coleman
Murphy
Alpine Country
Gage
Alpine
Lula Cline
Bowles
Puid
Roberts Brothers
Jim
Odie
Panch Roberts
Marathon Country
Oscar Roberts
Gag
Jim P Wilson
M.T. Chastain
Honary
Clay Roberts
Syl Adams
Sam Marmon
Newt. Gourley
A. A. Murray
Tom Morgan
Bill Harrison
George Brown
W. P. Hinson
W. J. McIntyre
W. B. Hancock
C. E. Cook
George Benson
Dom Adams
Lem Taylor
Joe Walker
Anja
Jackson Field
B. C. Graves
Sul Ross
Gilley
Ae Sanur
Notice to Subscribers on Paper Continuation
Notice informs subscribers that unless Avalanche confirms otherwise the paper will be continued at the expiration date and notices are being mailed to all subscribers to advise wishes.
Tyndall Meet Draws Large Alpine Audience
Large crowds continue to attend the Tyndall meetings at Alpine Christian Church. Dr John W Tyndall delivers Revelations sermons praised as among the best in the region, while Miss Ruth Orr leads a strong choir with inspiring solos. Attendance has surged beyond seating capacity even after 100 extra seats were added, with many turned away. Rev Mector notes the revival elevates local religious life and emphasizes the Word as power unto salvation.
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Th Christian Church
John W. Tyndall
Ruth Orr
Mector
McClure
Alpine
Miss Orr
East West contest marks Hoy’s Day observance
The article describes a boys event with grade points for places and a baseball game. First earns five points, second three, third two. East wins over West by accumulation of first place points. Prizes awarded in all schools. Tuesday named Hoy’s Day with services planned in each city school.
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Sixth St
Wile
Blach Street
Sixth Street
State National Bank
Holland Hotel
India
Hoys’ Day School
Nice Showers Boost Davis Mountain Section Ranges
A slow soaking rain Wednesday and overnight brought beneficial moisture to Davis Mountain. About a quarter inch fell, greening ranges lawns and gardens and improving conditions for ranchers after recent rains. Mr and Mrs Jake McSpadden welcomed a nine pound son late Wednesday night.
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Jake McSpadden
Boys Evening At Home Marks Boy s Week Observance
Local Rotary leader Scott notes Boys Week events planned for the shore community. Th e program directs all boys ages to be guests of honor at home Friday. Th e Hotart h committee, including Le Th Votan and I G Watson, coordinates activities with city involvement and various organizations.
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Hoys
Hom
le Th Votan
B.C. Graves
I G. Watson
Hotarth & Committer
Rotary
Scott
Sunday School and Youth Service Announcement
Those children deserve upright lessons and faith taught at home and in church. Bring your kids to Sunday School at 9 45 and join the 11 A M boys service for ages 8 to 18 on hero worship. Epworth League meets at 7 P M with revival reducing evening sermons at the Methodist Church.
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Boy Scouts
Epworth League
Christian Church
Methodist Church
Summer influx of tourists boosts Alpine Davis Mountains trade
The Davis Mountain region near Alpine attracts visitors from distant states, driven by cool summers and rugged scenery. San Antonio chamber promotes the route, and encampments like Paisano draw crowds, with Alpine benefiting as tourists increasingly explore Fort Davis and surrounding highlands.
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Davis Mountain
Alpine
Hamilton
Hamber of Commerce
Econ
San Antonio Camber of Commerce
San Antonio
Highland
United States
Davis Mountains
Unis
Paisano
Bloys
Ca Hota Withy
di Is
Citywide Clean Up Campaign Sees Strong Allied Effort
The Civic League backed drive reports visible progress as College Hill crews clear rubbish and weeds from streets and vacant lots. Rain slowed some work but cooperation remains high with trucks reporting substantial material removal and districts inspected showing neater appearances.
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Cit
Civic League
College Hill
Regents Back Sul Ross Move Denials Prompt Local Reaction
At Sal Ross Chapel Hon. A. B. Mayhew and Hon. Henry Paulus of the Texas State Teachers Colleges board stated they have no authority to close or move Sul Ross College. The remarks rebuke misquotes about a potential relocation and echo local concern as the Sixth District Federation of Women's Clubs convenes in Cisco to denounce unfair coverage and support Sul Ross at its present Alpine location.
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Sal Ross
A. B. Mayhew
Henry Paulus
Board of Regents
State Teachers Colleges of Texas
Paulus
Sul Ross College
Mayhew
Feoale
Alpine
Federation of Women’s Clubs
Cisco
Sul Ross
The Ancient Mariner at Moja Fox Shines Tonight
Tonight and Saturday night at Moja Fox the play The Ancient Mariner offers ancient and modern interpretations. Don’t miss this.
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Moja Fox
Ancient Mariner
Rapid progress on Green Valley well near Al View
President Ralph Doddridge of Green Valley Oil reports drilling on Green Valley well No. 2 on Jim P Wilson ranch south of Al View has seen little delay. Last Monday’s report said 1000 feet depth with expected activity around today. Samples are collected every ten feet and shared with Hews and three other oil firms. John Rosenborough, drilling a test well on Skinner ranch near Marathon, says work progresses well after about 30 days of drilling.
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Greenley Oil Well No
Jim P Wilson
al View
Ralph Doddridge
Green Valley Oil Corporation
Alpine Civic League Begins Cleanup Drive As Officials Rally
Margaret J ry of the Washington civic league leads the campaign in Mrs Murphy’s absence due to Mines and her husband’s death. Linn notes many vacant lots and sidewalks need cleaning but Alpine residents are expected to keep the cleanup going beyond designated week. any truck delays should be reported to Linn at Mitchell-Gillett Co. store.
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Margaret J Ry
Civic League
Murphy
Miss Linn
League
Alpine
Mie Linn
Mitchell-Gillett Co
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R. F. Davis
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First Methodist Church
F. Davis
Border Highway
Green Valley
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