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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1955
Page
7
The Austin State School seeks clothing of all sizes for boys and girls, jewelry for girls, shaving supplies for boys, toys for younger children, and games for all ages. Donations may be called in by phone or left at Smith Furniture for shipment to Austin.
A gang of 39 men in 16 cars near Alpine and Paisano resurfaces six miles of Texas and New Orleans track. Heavier rails were laid on the section and the work should finish in about 30 days.
The Galapagos tortoises are regarded as the oldest living beings on earth, with scientists noting their remarkable longevity and isolation in the archipelago.
Marathon Study Club met December 7 at the Clubhouse with host Mrs. Leary and president Mrs. Ritchey. Members read Itany led by Mrs. Chambers and planned a December 21 Christmas party. PTA program featured Buddy Calcote on family spiritual values and Eva Chaffin showing a film The Holy Night. School assembly set for Friday with multiple classroom parties and a 7 pm Christmas program by seven school children. Community events included Christmas tree donation, hostesses serving refreshments to about 45 guests, and visits by local families. Paving of the Fort Stockton Marathon Road is underway.
Billy Pat McKinney arrives in Marathon after Army discharge. The McKinneys and their children depart for El Paso to visit sister-in-law Mrs Raymond Stuart and family. Gifts that keep on giving United States Savings Bonds.
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