Lions and Panthers Treed on Fowlkes Ranch
In Fort Davis on a hunting reserve near the Fowlkes property a lion and a panther were observed at noon. Fowlkes shot and killed the lion after a chase, then treed the panther. The two big cats included a blue male and a tawny female. The hides were sold locally, with a bear seen but not shot due to a seasonal restriction.
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Fort Davis
Fowlkes
Davis Mountains
Mim Scott
Judge Scott
San Antonio
Fowlkes, Jr
Democratic Runoff Anticipation Diminishes in County
J M Pouncey county Republican executive chairman reports low turnout expected for the Democratic primary runoff tomorrow with no runoff among county candidates. Voters will choose state officers only led by Governor Miriam Ferguson and Moody supporters seek high participation. Names listed include James V Allred Claude Pollard J R Ball W Gregory Hatcher and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Pouncey
Pouncey
Miriam
Moody
Alpine Faces Hotel Shortage as Summer Visitors Surge
Alpine crowds fill Holland Hotel and other inns with full houses nightly as visitors from Oregon and across the region flock to the Davis Mountains area. Local leaders urge immediate investment in housing and new facilities to accommodate hundreds more arriving this summer and potential winter demand.
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Alpen
Davis Mountains
Holland Hotel
Oregon
Berkeley
Chamber of Commerce
Alpine
Jerketey
Texas
Madera Canyon
Prominent Houston Attorney Visits Alpine
Judge T. M. Kennerly, a leading Houston lawyer, visits Alpine with his wife for a few days enjoying the cool climate and scenery. He heads major Houston law firms and serves as general attorney for several companies. The couple praises the area and its surroundings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iudge
T. M. Kennerly
Alpine
Judge Kennerly
Houston
Reine Reneral
Houston’ Am CO
Houston Pipe Line Co
CM Co
Sevarge
Democratic Run-off Vote Urges Texas Voters
Tomorrow August 28 marks the Democratic run-off. The article urges all Texas voters to participate to express their state welfare preferences and fulfill civic duty. It questions residency versus citizenship and stresses that casting a vote defines political involvement.
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George
State of
Texas
Highland rainstorm drenches region with heavy floods
A major rain event swept the Highland area Sunday and Monday, with up to four to five inches recorded. Mountains sent floodwaters through towns flooding streets and washing out two miles of Southern Pacific track west of Alpine between Marfa and time. Train 101, west bound, was held in Alpine due to the washout. George A Brown reports his ranch near Alpine had the best rain in twenty years. The storm extended west to Valentine and east to Brewster county, reaching Kokernot ranch and possibly further.
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Highland Territory
Southern Pacific
Valentine
Brewster County
Orient
Girvin
Kokernot Ranch
George A. Brown
Alpine
Marfa
Marta
Monday Luncheon at Holland Hotel Hosts Local Leaders
John Perkin presided at the Holland hotel luncheon with Land Commissioner J. T. Robinson and Sul Ross leaders among the guests. Speakers included A Gilley on student loans and W B Caldwell on local wax industry figures. Heavy rain disrupted railroad service and delayed tourism, while ranchers welcomed moisture aiding winter feed.
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John Perkin
Commerce
Holland Hotel
J. T. Robinson
L. C. Whitehead
Conrad Hotekamp
Junction
Pete Crawford
Big Bend
Fowlkes Ranch
Davis ‘Mountains
Holekamp
Power Company Upgrades Plant With New Engine and Wiring
Texas Central Power Company completes building expansion to house a 160 horsepower Fairbanks Morse engine and new switchboard. Upgrades include heavier lead wires and improved wiring to boost citywide voltage and service reliability. Repairs curb past generator coil interruptions and total project cost estimated around $20,000 with completion in three weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairbanks-Morse
Texas Central Power Company
Don ©. Littleton
Mr. Littleton
Leawiteh
Littleton
Pine
X Making
Brady pastor potential call inspected by church members
Rev Baren Sparks, pastor of First Baptist Brady, was in this city this week to discuss the call with local members. He met several church members Wednesday and has not yet indicated whether he will accept the position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baren Sparks
First Baptist Church
Brady
The
Baptist Church
Commencement Exercises At Sul Ross Tonight
President Morelock presides as five degrees will be awarded to Mr and Mrs F B Talbott Knox Reid H G Secrest and W C William plus numerous certificates and diplomas. Dr Porter of Washington DC delivers the address at Sul Ross College auditorium tonight with the program starting at 8 o'clock.
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Teachers Colleged
Morelock
F. B. Talbott
Knox Reid
H. G. Secrest
W. C. William
Porter
Washington, D.C
Jioss Breser
Basta Rehes
United States
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Fowles
Davis Mountain
Barry Scobee
W. V. Campbell
Chi Rendo
el Paso
Aglands
Perkins
Gine
Merytend
New York
Detroit
Stewart-Warner Safety Council For
Power Company
Chamber
Joe Fox
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Mr. Fox
H. G. Watson
Skillman
Todation
John Z. Means
S.J. Porter
D. D
Association
Bull Jones
Joneses
Meanies
RL. Tevin
Paatantleau
Mawine
D. Hall
Sim
Clyde Campbell
Dr. Wo
Brady Man
S. R
Talla
Sul Ross
A J. Porter
Uorus
Normandy
Planquette Sul Ross
H. W. Morelock
R. F. Davis
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