Bold thief drains gas As Englewood plans Annie Get Your Gun London
A garbled Chicago item reports a bold thief siphoning gas from a vehicle while an officer is present. References to Irving Berlin and a London production of Annie Get Your Gun involve thoughts of Gracie Field and a theatrical transfer, framed in quirky, fragmented prose.
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Chicago
Irving Berlin
John O'Connor
Annie
London
Tomobile
Gracie Field
Englewood
Around Town and the Heat Wave of August Times
A quirky column notes the heat sapping energy and ambition, mentions Burma-Shave ads as sensible signage, laments a rundown straw hat, and recalls local chatter at the pool hall. It reflects on Congress adjournment, Truman’s purge talk, OPA renewals, and public reaction to politicians and photos.
Texas legislature authorizes 78 thousand for Tarleton College building
A joint resolution proposes amending the Texas Constitution to empower the Legislature to appropriate up to 78 000 dollars to cover claims for the construction of a John Tarleton Agricultural College building on its campus, per the governor's deficiency authorization dated August 31, 1937.
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State of Texas
John Tarteton
John Tarleton Agricultural” College
Sich
Texas
A. D
John Tarleton Agricultural College
Lions Roar At Leno's Cafe Boosts Club Attendance
Lions were in good spirits at Leno's cafe last Tuesday as a record turnout lifted hopes for a better functioning club. Members learn of a probable next meeting at Leno's, despite not securing a definite new home. Dues rose from 5.50 to 4.50 monthly due to higher food costs. The board planned to review the roll and assign sponsors to delinquent members to spur activity. Horace Oliver of Gulf Servicenter was welcomed as a new member. Guests included James Bounds of San Antonio with W. E. Williams and Alpine High coach M. O. Pittman attending.
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Lions
Leno's
Horace Oliver
Gulf Servicenter
James Bounds
San Antonio
W. E. Willams
Coach Cook
Alpine High School
M. O. Pittman
Texas constitutional amendment on motor revenues and school funds
Souse joint resolution proposes adding Section 7 to Article VIII to govern net revenues from motor fuels and vehicle taxes for rights of way and road maintenance, with one fourth allocated to the Available School Fund, and requires general election submission in November 1946. Issuance of proclamations and a $8000 appropriation for election costs are specified.
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State of
Texas
Nue
State of Tease
Janary
Grasping Opportunity in Assigned Tasks
The text extols embracing extra duties as a blessing and growth, noting wise individuals thrive under responsibility while fools merely swell with ego. It frames duties as chances to develop, urging diligence and commitment in service.
Memorial program promise draws attention to protection guarantee
An incomplete notice invites readers to ask about a memorial program linked to the Rock of Ages 4-Way Guarantee of Protection. The fragment hints at a promotional detail, urging inquiry into the protection offer rooted in the memorial context.
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Bewley
BIG Bend Feed CO
E Wallace
Owner
Dr. Pepper Bottling Co
Alpine, Texas
Ozona Rodeo
Ozona
Tex
West Texas
Harrison's Texans
Genuine Chrysler Corporation Parts
Labeff-Ritter Motors
DE Soto
Plymouth
Wilfred
Superman
Congress
Washington
Truman
Roosevelt
OPA
J.B. No
Luther Green
U.S
BIG Bend Wool & Mohair
D. Alpine
Nderson Radio and Typewriter Shop
College Ave
Memorial Arts
M.S. Asbell
el Paso
Alpine Cemetery Assn
Georgia Daliman
HORSE
Alpine Wool & Mohair Co
Storey - Whiteside Lumber Company
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