Legendary sunken valley in Brewster County sought by explorers
Dr G A Colorado and explorer xplora discuss a claimed sunken valley in Brewster County, a 200 foot high rock rim and 200 foot trees, about 100 miles south of Vipin, with a herd of albino specimens. They seek authentic confirmation of its existence and best access, including possible air travel routes and photographs for scientific study. The U S Geological Survey has mapped the region recently, noting grand scenery and places of interest for scientific inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A
Colorado
Xplora
Vipin
U.S
Brewster
Feeding the starving children of Europe drive under Hoover
The American relief effort led by Herbert Hoover seeks about 23 million dollars to aid starving children in Europe until harvest. Key Texas figures including Mr Peden and County directors are named as organizers with drives planned in Brewster County January 2 to 15, 1921. The drive assigns county chairs and directors and mobilizes local communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mc Young
Rev
Reemtsma
Brewster County
Postmaster Examination Open in Alpine District
Announcement for a postmaster vacancy in Alpine states applicants must reside in the delivery area for two years before vacancy and be 21 to 65. Exams cover arithmetic and counts 30 percent, penmanship 10, letter writing 25, and business training 35, based on sworn statements and Civil Service inquiries. Judge W. A. Weakley traveled from Marathon on a business trip returning Tuesday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neral
Civil Service Commissiall
United States Civil Service Commission
Washington, D
Marathon Items and Social News From Alpine Region
Marathon items report visits and movements by residents and guests including Walter Andrews Roy Kelly and Jim Shoemakers with trips to Alpine Del Rio and San Antonio. Ranch activity notes cover Skinner, Serna, Combs Cattle Co and Ford purchase. Church notices announce services at the Baptist Church with pastor W A Belcher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
V. A. Weakley
Walter Andrews
Skinner
Miller
el Paso
M. J. Hector
Alps
Roy Kelly
Apnew
Guy S. Combe
San Antonio
T. Votan
R.A. Serna
del Rio
W. Kk. Bates
Bourland Ranch
B. Sprout
Ford
Combs Cattle Co
Fort Stockton
Christmas Seal Drive Prompts Local Support in Alpine
A Texas Public Health Association drive urges Alpine residents to keep Christmas seals and send funds to combat tuberculosis. The note explains no local tuberculosis committee this year and emphasizes state and national use. Mentions improving roads in Pecos, Crockett, and Brewster counties and future airship plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Public Health Association
Alpine
Kuen Klem
Euan Bill
Pecos County
Crockett County
Brewster County
John Young
John Young Land Co
Brewstar County
Ozona Stockman
Alpine and Sul Ross Teams Tip in Close Holiday Contest
On Saturday December 4 Alpine High School beat Sanderson 11 to 6 as Clare Lease B Wilhoit and E Wilhoit contributed points. Sul Ross Normal College edged Fort Stockton High 18 to 17 in the aftergame matchup, with Marfa referee Mr Gregg noting rough play and teamwork issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine
Fort Stockton
Marfa
Sul Ross
Fort Stock
Mr. Gregg
Stolen Auto Recovered As Sheriff Targets Prisoner
A recovered stolen car linked to a prior two week theft is tied to a local case. Occupants identified as Mee and Sirs Cooper and Mr. Guinn are held. Sheriff Townsend pursues a prisoner charged with wife desertion in Marfa.
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Mee
Townsend
Marfa
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Pai
THE avenue/state BANK
Texas
Alpine Mercantile Company
Clarente Hord
Palace
Pharmacy
Walte
Garnett
Ifamous Sunken Valley
Europe
W. A. Weakley
Marathon
Roy Stillwell
Pearl Mill
San Angelo
Joe Granger
Ko TL Kendrick
Waghter
W.M. French
Peeples
Louisiana
Western Union
Jack
Nother
J. M. Chambers Ritchey
South Texas
Andrew’ Kendrick
Idaho
Tower Country
Degolt
Shackelford
E. Shackelford
Barkesdal
Marahton
The
Baptist Church
H. J
Methodiist Church
W. A. Belcher
Gaire Alpine
Sanderson
Amiyé, Texas
HL. Kokernot
W. Bamps Jr
Casbie
W.B. Hancock
HL. Hord
Rue Cordier Ga
W. A. Buchanan Plumbing
Hovey District
Beli
Ervative Buyer
Oregon City
McDonald
Mitchell
Gillett Co
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