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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1930
Page
7
Fort Davis correspondent reports Mac Sproul, famed panther slayer, killed another big cat in ranch country last week. Two young cats were nearby but escaped. Sproul has reportedly slain around a hundred to a hundred twenty panthers, possibly more bears than panthers in total.
A long reminiscence on Sheriff Lee wpron's many years in Brewster County and incidental tales from the region. The piece mentions R N Everett, Tyrrel and Kenneth Smiths home, and a Fort Davis anecdote. It then shifts to Mrs Garvin of Garvin Oklahoma visiting the Grays and McNamaras, flying in a Travelaire from Pauls Valley to Sweetwater, noting her pilot, plane, and a lost governor invitation after a crash.
A silent statement lists road construction prices under the Ferguson administration and Sterling’s gubernatorial bid. Examples show significant differences in asphalt costs per square yard across counties and years, with notes that Ferguson prices include material or placement charges while Sterling quotes cover completed work. Also mentioned is Brewster County material shipped from Oklahoma, and personal visits by Mrs. Joe C. Midkiff and family to El Paso and the Johnsons.
Neal Brown son of Mrs Alfred Neal was badly injured Saturday at the Bloys Encampment grounds when his motorcycle collided with a car, throwing him to the ground. His left knee was strained and became infected, forcing crutch use for several days. He sustained additional scratches and a head bruise but no other injuries.
Flys play Why Husbands Go Wrong was presented Monday night in the auditorium with college talent in leading roles. The three acts were packed with good acting and humor. The piece was written by Mr. Fly years ago and previously staged by Odessa seniors. Fly, Odessa schools superintendent, presently teaches at the college.
The Texas Board of Education set per capita at 17.50 dollars and cut 750,000 dollars from the textbook appropriation to meet the apportionment. A prior resolution had appropriated 2,800,000 dollars for textbooks. the motion lowered it by 1,750,000 dollars.
A truncated report fragment discusses life at a certain address, mentioning Terry and housework changes. The text is unclear and reads like a personal or intimate note, with references to residence and affection but without a clear event or outcome.
The board states that future bond purchases by the high school district will be preceded by thorough review and deliberation to ensure prudent use of funds and alignment with district priorities. The notice emphasizes a commitment to due diligence and responsible financial planning.
In Wy City, a brisk public forum centered on education and innovation showcased the debate over boosting science funding. Local officials and notable educators urged stronger investment, while skeptics warned against overspending without clear results.
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