Prospects for Oil in Brewster County Brighten
Outlook for oil in Brewster county grows brighter with seventeen wells planned across county districts. Geologists claim indications show oil in large quantities, potentially rivaling the Burk Burnett field. Wells listed include Hudson and Burger, Hargus No 1, Marathon Oil on U.S. Gage lands, Twin City on HL Kokernot ranch, and Presidio Oil and Development on Jim P. Wilson lands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster County
Burk-Burnett Fiel
Hudson & Burger
Hargus
Dri
Combsy Ranch
Marathon Oil Co
U. S. Gage
Twin City Oil Co
HL. Kokernot
Presidio Oil and Development Company
Jim P. Wilson
Bandit Surrenders and Town Gathers in Texas Oil Talk
Telegram from President Carranza reports bandit chief Roberto Jameson surrendered unconditionally to General Cesareo Castro at Terreon Coahuila. Another note from General Ricardo Gonzales says Colonel Jose Castillo captured bandits on August four near the Tamosi River, seizing 86 horses and over 200 head of cattle likely stolen from the American ranch I Chocoy. In Brewster County Texas investors see bright prospects from oil development after meetings with geologists, while Cohn of the Texas Land Company discusses opportunities and future visits with local officials.
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Carranza
Emba
Cesareo Castro
Terreon
Coahuila
Roberto Jameson
Ricardo Gonzales
Tampico
Jose Castillo
Tamosi
I Chocoy
V. Carranza
Brewster County
Texas
St. Louis
C. Cohn
Cohn
Texas Land Company
Alpine Visitor Praises City Courtesies in Texas
A traveler writing to Alpine Avalanche editor Mr. E J Moyer from Alpine Texas expresses high regard for the city praising its climate and especially the courteous treatment received during a lengthy visit. The letter highlights a favorable impression of the town and its hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Moyer
Mgr
Alpine Avalanche Alpine
Texas
Moyer
Proceedings of the Brewster County Commissioners Court 1919
The August 11 1919 session presided by County Judge JA M Turney approved two fire insurance policies for the Court House worth 20000 and 5000 dollars with premiums of 1080 and 260 dollars. Bills for road work not properly itemized were continued. Thomas W Skaggs and R W Derrick were appointed School Trustees for Common District No 4 Brewster County. Reports from county offices were examined and approved. Notice published in Alpine Avalanche for two weeks. A notice seeks soldiers uniform items and requests affidavits, thanking Alpine Avalanche for publicity.
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JA. M. Turney
CW. Burnes Jr
Court House
Fire Association of
Philadelphia
Thos. W. Skaggs
R. W. Derrick
Brewster County
Justice For Peace
Alpine Pub Co
Sta Mar
R Leyds
Matt Smith
Otis Tailingua
Stockton
Zack Lamar Cobb Retires to Private Citizenship
Zack Lamar Cobb announces retirement to private citizenship and plans to practice law in El Paso. He asserts private citizens can improve the world, cites his White House visit, and expresses support for President Wilson and alignment with Texas values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zack Lamar Cobb
el Paso
White House
Wood
Pari Row
Wilson
Texas
Kim
Special Agent Rogers Visits Alpine Expressing Confidence in Town's Future
D W Rogers Special Agent for Galveston Harrisburg and San Antonio made a courteous visit to Alpine last Thursday while pursuing company interests. He praised Alpine saying it would prosper and grow into the largest city between San Antonio and El Paso, noting its advantages. Also mentioned is M Milton's transfer and local business reception. Mrs H B Houston Uvalde 328.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D._W. Rogers
Galveston
Harrisburg & Son
el Paso
del Rio
FI Paso
Rogers
M. Milton
Alpine
San Antonio
Alpine Chosen as Base for Border Patrol Aviation Fields
Washington official letters confirm Alpine selected by War Department as a temporary aviation field for border patrol planes. Hudspeth notes hangers will be built, signaling significant expenditure with hope the site becomes permanent and fully integrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine
Border Patrol
Gressman
Claude B. Hudspeth
Washington, D.C
War Department
Department
Jam
Air T
Armistead Returns Home From War Service
Dek Armistead arrived home after service with the 47th Infantry Co F and duty in France starting January 1918. He was mustered out on the 23rd and reports several minor scratches. Friends and the Avalanche welcome his safe return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dek Armistead
Japin
Ameri
47Th Infantry
Co. Fo
France
Drink Scotch Hop Ale Story at Moine Botti Works
A brief note promotes Scotch Hop Ale for ale enthusiasts and directs readers to visit Moine Botti Works for purchase at participating dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moine Botti
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fl Paso
Hudspeth
Culberson
Jeff Davis
Presidio
Brewster
Baptists of Texas
Southern Baptists
Cam
F. S. Groner
Baptist Standard
Alpine State Bank
Benjamin F. Berkeley
Miller
V P
W. van Sickle
Ww. Ferguson
Ford
West Texas Motor Co
Ford Sales—Service
Alamo Lumber Co
the Commissioners Court
C. D
C.B. Hudspeth
M. House
Washington, D. C
Yours Sincerely, Zack Lamar Cobb
H. B. Houston
Uvalde
Louis Heels
Baby Louis
Louis
A. G. Ferris & Bro. Department Store
Alpine Mercantile Co. Dry Goods Dept
Claud B. Hudspeth
Dick Armistead
The
First National Bank
Aveiue, Texas
A Brown
H. J. Kokernot
Geo
W. Baines Je
Cashie
W. I Hancock
HL. Hord
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