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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1943
Page
3
Letters from service members describe a bear seen near the house, farm life notes, and reminiscences from Hawaii and Alaska. Dispatches mention family updates, visits, medical trips, and local social events including a tea hosted by Mrs. E H Todd and Miss Emma Burnham with singing contests and prizes.
Representative Canis warns America's transportation system nears a dangerous peak as rail and related equipment challenges threaten delivery. Claims power trucks and mechanization could boost staff efficiency, with victory delayed if domestic transport slows further.
The piece describes a tea gathering on an eyelet cloth with a center piece of perennial sweet peas. Mrs. Todd's daughter and Mrs. D. W. Collins presided at the punch bowl for about 25 guests. Mentions include Mrs. Arp Jolly going to Temple for medical care, Mrs. Ray Willoughby of San Angelo reviewing ranch interests, and Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Harris visiting Mrs. Harris' mother and sister in Phoenix. A Wichita man, summoned by draft, quips about aging after reclassification.
Secretary Morgenthau Jr. telegraphed Texas War Bond Administrator Frank Scofield that the Third War Loan Drive will carry the stirring slogan Back the Attack with War Bonds. He cited United Nations advances in Europe and the Pacific and urged Texans to invest billions more. Scofield said volunteers already back bonds and stamps and that victory requires home front sacrifice. The secretary stressed the war’s cost and the need for public funding to sustain front line efforts.
A truck became stuck between a highway guardrail and an overhanging railroad bridge near Oveane side California, blocking both rail and road traffic for about two hours. Inspectors found the load was one inch too high.
A wartime fundraising appeal urges readers to support servicemen by purchasing war bonds and stamps. The call emphasizes patriotic duty and financial backing for military efforts, urging widespread participation across the community.
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