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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1949
Page
9
A Texas Senate resolution proposes amending Article VI Section 2 to end poll tax requirements, establish universal voter registration by February 1 each election year, set a registration fee if needed, and authorize absentee voting. The measure would be submitted to the qualified electorate for a vote.
Notices include an upcoming November 8 1949 election on constitutional amendment to eliminate poll tax and establish general registration with ballots showing FOR or AGAINST. Governor to issue proclamation. $5000 appropriation for publication and election. Independent Executor for Lola B Weatherby estate calls for settlement and claim filing by law at Crane Texas residence.
The Alpine chamber of commerce reports 60 percent of building fund pledged with optimism that the remaining 40 percent will come from uncontacted donors. Call the C of C office or a director to contribute, then join the growing list of supporters. A new edition of Alpine’s tourist folder is in printing with updated highway maps and photos. Approximately 5 000 copies will be distributed to travel bureaus and local businesses. Big Bend National Park remains a key asset with recent visitor growth and plans for new facilities anticipated. D 1949. Wilson Barr Independent Executor of Lola B Weatherby deceased.
Alpine Lions heard Boss Lion Kay read a convention speech on Lionism from Pecos at Tuesdays luncheon. August 23 will feature a finance committee report and tentative budget for the new fiscal year. Tail Twister Duane Smith boosted the pot with latecomers contributing. Guests included Ware Horn of Marfa and Dean Ellis M. Sowell of Texas Christian University Fort Worth.
The Civil Service commission announces examinations for filling vacancies as Instructor in Academic subjects with an entrance salary of 3727.20 per year. Employment will be with various Federal agencies across Texas. Applications are available at the post office or from the Regional director of the Fourteenth U.S. Civil Service region at 210 South Harwood Street Dallas Texas.
An office supply item list features staplers, staples, roll labels, earnings record refills, desk calendar memo pads and appointment pads. The collection centers on essential desk tools used for filing, scheduling and document binding.
Vacationers warn of socialist influence in Washington and its threat to American liberties and taxation. They urge neighbors to discuss and oppose policy shifts seen as eroding traditional values and fiscal freedom.
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