West Texas mining and drilling prospects and promises
Brewster field shows no major change as drilling continues in multiple prospects. Terlingua quicksilver plant is the only active mine in the U S with market optimism rising. Willis, Waldron and Kokernot wells progress with pay potential near. Major figures from Mid Continent Oil Development and local operators discuss refinery prospects, deep-test wells, and potash possibilities in Pecos.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster
Itis
Chises
Terlingua
United States
Dig Pond
John W. Hogan
Mid Continent Oil Development Company
Alpine
Bigg Bend
Marfa Minstrel Show Delights Audiences At Big End Theatre
The Maria Minstrels presented a lively Marfa show with H. O. Metcalf N. L. Casner and John McDonald among the performers. The crowd enjoyed a strong quartet and Casner’s violin act with humor from Buck Casner. W. R. Preddy earned praise for leadership and public spirited effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maria Minstrels
Big End
Marfa
Alpine
H. O. Metcalf
N. L. Casner
John McDonald
Elsworth Share
Dr. \. J. Hoffman
Hillsman Davis
Bones
Mr. G. Garrison
Messrs
McDonald
Share
Davis
Hoffman
H. ©. Metcalfe
Sambo
N. Lb
Buck) Casner
Pop
W. R. Preddy
Bargains Offered at Mrs Livingston’s for Household Items
Used sheets pillow cases towels and curtains plus silverware and a $25 child’s tricycle advertised by Mrs Livingston. Call Mrs Reese at Cash Market for details. A wireless receiving station could be installed for under $500 and with an amplifier a listener could hear speakers from Philadelphia or San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Security promotes West Texas loans with Beehtel plan
In El Paso an association urges residents to keep money in West Texas and highlights Beehtel's 3 percent loan plan. The message stresses regional financial ties and a 43-f loan option as a featured feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EL Paso
West Texas
Beehtel
Madame Butterfly Opera Set At Sul Ross Auditorium
Grace Vandiver stars in a two act Madame Butterfly recital at Sul Ross with an oriental stage setting. The performance features arias from Grand Opera and a Japanese dance by Tommy Simpson, with tickets sold through the Kandy Kitchen and students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame
Grace Vandiver
Sul Ross
Madame Butterfly
Nakeda
Yamadori
Sharpless
B. F. Pinkerton
U. S
Kate Pinkerton
Madame Putterfly
F. A. Walker
Berkeley
Tommy — Simpson
Kandy
Churches Cancel Morning Service for Bloys Memorial
Announcement states no morning preaching at participating churches next Sunday to allow members to attend the Bloys memorial service at the Presbyterian church at Tla.m. signed by W. P. Rav H. M. Bandy H. M. Smith and other pastors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloys
First Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian
Tla.m
Card of Thanks for Keenum and Mack Funeral Help
The Avalanche expresses gratitude to Alpine friends for assistance in the funeral rites of C. W. Keenum Mrs. C. W. Keenum Mrs Winnie Mack and Cc B Keenum and others who offered support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Keenum
Winnie Mack
Cc. B. Keenum
Carnes and Noble announce Texas wedding
Announcement of the marriage of Reginald S. Carnes to Sarah Noble on November 24 in Port Lavaca Texas. The couple will reside at Alpine Texas after November 28. The wedding at the bride's parents home drew many friends and relatives including Mrs M A Carnes of Alpine. Carnes is proprietor of the Alpine Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twin City
M. J. Smith
J. M. Carnes
Carthage
Texas
The
Avalanche
Alpine
Beaumont
Neches Printing and Paper Company
Carnes
Reginald S. Carnes
Sarah Noble
Port Lavaca
William C. Noble
M. A. Carnes
Christian Church Bible School and Services Schedule
The Christian Church invites all to Bible School at 9 45 a m with J F E Yates superintendent. Worship services at 11 a m and 7 15 p m led by H M Bandy with Mrs J E Casner supervising Junior Endeavors at 3 p m and a prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 15 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible School
Yates
J. E. Casner
H. M. Bandy
Cheap For Quick Sale Rural Property Brewster County
A quick sale includes a close in residence with lots and acreage at Alpine and over 800 acres of ranch land in Brewster county. Letter correspondence to J. M. Carnes Carthage Texas 48 31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Wendel
Pexas
Mr. McCowan
Brewster County
McCowen
Mexico
Oklahoma
Alpine
Wendel
M. Pouncey
R. I. Henderson
Green Valley
Bone Springs
J. M. Carnes
Carthage
Texas
River farm resident and traders in Fort Stockton
J. L. Subiett visits the city from his river farm while A. J. Booth handles business in Fort Stockton. J. D. Jackson returns from a ten day trip after advocating stockmen claims to the Federal loan committee which seeks a standard cattle value. He also visited San Antonio for the Old Trail Drivers meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Subiett
J. D. Jackson
Federal Loan Committee
Mr. Jackson
San Antonio
Christian Science Service at Opera House
Sunday services held at the new Opera House with the Bible lesson topic God the only Cause and Creator. Members invited to attend the worship hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
New Opera House
Notice to trespassers posted on Stroud property
Pastures of A. L. Stroud are posted and trespassers will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. An advertisement for Dayton Bicycle gift orders by H. H. Leech promises Christmas delivery with three year guarantees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Stroud
Dayton
H. H. Leech
For Sale Reasonable Home in Alpine by Mrs McGaughey
A single line notice advertises a reasonably priced home for sale in Alpine offered by Mrs W F Mc Gaughey. The fragment suggests a private sale listing with contact route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine
W. F. McGaughey
Market Ad Promotes Used Home Goods and Tricycle
Used sheets and pillow cases ware and a $25 tricycle for children offered at Mrs. Livingston's Market. Details sought at the store.
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Hym
Selphure
RT. Irving
D. D. Kev
Bandy Ladies Chorus
J. A. McMillan
HM. Bandy
Marquis
RL. Irving
RL. Teving
Tate
Big Bend Grocery Co
Dodge Brothers Automobiles
Casner Motor Company
Home OF
Standard Makes
Home Bargain
Sul Ross Normal
Alpine High School
Young Orchard Cfoice Trusty
Very Lok
Phi
Sac Bce
Otis Turner
Real Estate and Insurance
West Texas Mining and Drilling
Jas, Darling
Trewster County
Wilson Nolo
del Rio
Val Verde County
EK. A. Waldron
Waldron
T Wilson
W. H. Kokernotwell
Brewster Oil Company
G. A. Riggle
Doddridge
Portland OU & Gas Syndicate
Finnell
Fort Stockton
Pinal Dome
Bower
Hale
Toyah-Bed
Pecos
Pecos- Angeles
W. PL
H. M. Smith
Pastors
Carnes—Noble
A. J. Booth
Christian Science
Sapolio
the Universal Car
West Texas Motor Company
Hartford Fire Insurance Company
W. Baines, Jr
Alpine, Texas
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