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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1937
Page
3
Fort Davis residents recall historic travel routes and river crossings along Lingle Canyon and Davis range. The narrator, born in Als beams, describes long trips from town to ranches, past creeks and bridges, with memories of delays, floods, and helper companions over decades.
James A Repy died Sunday afternoon from pneumonia in Graham where he had moved with his family after living at Van Horn and Fort Davis. Born January 1, 1879 in Lampasas County, he was married December 21 in San Antonio to Miss Rebecca McMillan. He ranched near Van Horn and owned a hotel in Graham, and he often spoke of a trip to South America.
A well regarded neighbor found happiness in life at home. Many people from Van Horn attended the funeral and expressed sympathy as friends and acquaintances gathered at the graveside.
J D Jackson calls Mra to arrange viewing of an office for rent in Alpine. Water furnished, steam heat, located on the best corner. Contact Hi L Hord Marfa. Date noted 4-9-4.
Laurence Wood, state highway resident engineer, explains rock abutments for a widening project. Grierson’s Indian grinding stone will be relocated, upholding the department’s policy to preserve historic objects on right of way. Builder Grierson is linked to General H. B. Grierson, noted fort commander. The widening reduces a slow traffic point at the hill foot on a curved approach, with no recollection of past accidents.
Alpine FFA captures top district honors in a Trans-Pecos Alpine district volleyball event held after a formal meeting. Alpine white team defeats Grandfalls to claim first and second places, with six Alpine players named to the all-tournament team.
In the Avalanche advertising column the paper lists items for sale and promotional placements. It highlights classified ads promising wide reach and practical rates for merchants and individuals seeking visibility in the community.
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