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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1946
Page
7
The Noser notes recent traffic concerns after weeks of publication and reports overhearing locals discussing strict measures against rule violators. The piece implies demand for changes to traffic rules and enforcement amid community frustration.
The week saw uneven cattle demand with high hog prices while cattle receipts fell at Los Angeles yards. Grass cattle rose to Kansas City amid near record shipments. Alpine traffic concerns prompt calls for enforcement, new equipment, and traffic lights to reduce wrecks. better policing urged. Prices for cattle and calves fluctuated, with steers 18 to 22 dollars, grassers 15.50 to 17.80, cows weak, and calves around 16 to 16.50. Sheep and lambs offerings were too light to quote reliably.
West Texas rodeo fans will see top hands in roping action at Ozona on Saturday and Sunday August 17 and 18. The Crockett County Fair Association sponsors the event, one of the oldest annual summer happenings in the area. The program includes calf roping team tying cutting horse contests girls flag races girls barrel races boys calf roping and boys riding.
Outstanding calf ropers compete in a two day time event to win a $500 Gray trailer as prize. The best two day time will be awarded at the fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday evenings August 16 and 17. Harrison's Texans of San Angelo provide music for the evenings.
The Avaliehe authorized listing candidates for the second Democratic primary on August 24, 1946. Jeff Davis County slate includes Sheriff, Assessor, and Collector posts.
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