Lodge Directory and local notices from Alpine area
Captn Jason W James returned from a long visit to Prec and Coast and reports cordial Woodmen friends. K of P Lodge No 423 meets Thursday nights. Alpine Lodge No 881 meets Monday nights. invitations extended to visiting brothers. Caldwell price system assistance offered for hay grain seed coal and feed. Joan Young and daughter Myra returned from Ozona. Mr Young in San Antonio on business. Mrs Crenshaw and family visiting Alpine en route to San Antonio. Mr Crenshaw plans to move to San Antonio. House for sale near pump house in Alpine, 400 dollars. best rent as property value cited. Gordon Hollaway Marathon Texas.
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T. N. Crenshaw
Ed Garnett
Alpine Local Notices and Social Updates Varied
Alpine's pages list tidbits from Jas Cotter and ranch folk, remarks on dances in Marfa, laundry and laundry service, feed and groceries, and notices of visits, weather, and travel. It notes rain in Alpine, spider bite recovery by Nat Parks, and an upcoming Valentine party hosted by the study club on February 14th.
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Study Club
Commercial Club Sets Monthly Public Meeting Plan
The Commercial Club held its regular meeting at the courthouse on Tuesday night with good attendance. It was decided to hold a public meeting on the second Tuesday night of each month.
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The
Commercial Club
Revival Services by Rev W L Head At Alpine
The famed Baptist evangelist Rev W L Head draws large crowds in Alpine as Baptist and Presbyterian churches combine to host nightly sermons at 7 30 p m with Sunday services and a Monday start for 4 p m afternoon sessions. Local churches back his revival and promote Caldwell’s rice for savings on steed and coal.
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W. L. Head
Alpine
Head
Caldwell
W. E. Cal Vel
Marathon Oil Well Visit Boosts Alpine Faith
Alpine business men joined by Avalanche representatives toured the Marathon oil well west of town. Promoters report strong equipment and experienced drillers, with optimism that the well becomes productive within ninety days. A limited stock offering funds casing to deeper depths, plus a barbecue for guests hosted by President J A Hargus. Attending Alpine delegates included J W Ferguson Homer Ferguson Judge Van I Crawford Rev W Livison Dr Bass Rev Gallum B P Nolen D D York Frank Carnes J B Dantzler and W J Yates.
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Marathon
Hargus
J. W. Ferguson
Homer Ferguson
van I. Crawford
W. Livison
Bass
G. ‘Allum
B. P
Study Club Session Moved to Mountaineers Club Rooms
The Study Club will meet at Mrs J Luthy as hostess on the afternoon of the 16th, not at Mrs Winder's. The official program includes Wars of the Roses 1319 1485, Bits of Humor Joan of Arc, Architecture and Learning of the Period, Henry VI Part 1 Act II Se 4, England at the Close of the Wars of the Roses and more with Mrs Luthy, Mrs Derrick, Mrs Hancock and Mrs Wigle in attendance. Our prairie hay prices remain competitive through J W Austey Son.
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T Winder
J. Luthy
Wigle
Derrick
England
Hancock
Dinner and Supper on Tuesday February 7
The Ladies of the Christian Church announce a dinner and supper on Tuesday February 7 starting at 7 and 6 p m at Berkeley Blag opposite the courthouse. A greater effort is promised to provide the best, inviting families and friends to enjoy a splendid meal together.
Diplomas Awarded at Brewster County Sunday School Convention
A meeting of the Brewster County Sunday School Convention last Thursday and Friday awarded diplomas to those who passed the Teachers Training Class examination. The graduates named include Mrs. Br. Berkeley, Miss Addie Ferguson, Miss Bessie Daugherty, Miss Ethel Moss, Miss Viola Trent, Mr. George Stroud, and Mr. Homer Ferguson.
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Brewster County Sunday School
BR. Berkeley
Addie Ferguson
Bessie Daugherty
Ethel Moss
Viola Trent
George Stroud
Homer Ferguson
Directors Meet of Commercial Club Reports Road Extension Talks
The Commercial Club directors convened to hear Secretary Burney’s report and discuss routine business. A highlight was correspondence with Mr Carwile about extending his road to Alpine, with Alpine possibly securing the prize in time. The club will seek permanent quarters, renting a room in Slight's drug store for 17.50 monthly and purchasing furniture. a committee was named to handle the setup.
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Burney
Carwile
Alpine
Pecos
Alpine Commercial Club
Slight
John Yound Land Co
Robt Fuller Kills Himself In Alpine Home
The sad news came last Saturday that Robert Fuller, a well known Alpine resident, shot himself in his North Ore Street apartment. He fired two shots from a 38 caliber revolver, dying within minutes despite his wife and son’s efforts to intervene. An inquest was held by Justice McClintock. A note found on his person named Alpine Texas as his family. The remains were shipped for interment and funeral services held at his parents’ home Monday morning.
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Robt. Fuller
Mr. Fuller
Alpine
el Pasos
Robert Fuller
North Orestreet
Fuller
Howard
E. B. Fuller
E. T. Fuller
Reverend J B Cochran to preach at El Paso Methodist Church
Presiding Elder Rev J B Cochran of the El Paso district will occupy the pulpit at the Methodist Church Sunday. Cochran is an engaging speaker and a large audience is expected. A well chosen program has been arranged for the occasion.
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J. B. Cochran
el Paso
Cochran
Occanion
Marathon Letter from Marathon Texas Jan 2 1900s
A fragmented Marathon Texas letter describes a picnic at the oil field near Lenox between Marathon and Alpine. It notes drilling progress, J W Richey’s steam drill sharpener exhibition, local humor about horses and hogs, and mentions a Mexican revolution, visiting friends, a health officer in Sanderson, and soldiers camping in town.
Trespass Notice On Wood Dumping Prohibited
All pares are nevery warned not to haul any wood from or trespass upon section 1 block 9. Dumping trash or dead animals on my acreage just west of town is prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted. 2-2-21 Mrs Merra Harns
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Merra Harns
Notice to Light Consumers During Install of New Engines
Alpine Power Co warns lights will be cut from midnight to early morning during raid time for about 15 days while new engines are installed. They ask for patience and promise better service. They cite mutual interests and appreciation for patronage. 1. W. Asutty & Sow, Phone No. 39.
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Alpine Power CO
W. Asutty & Sow
Resignation of Margaret Linn From Local Telephone Office
Patrons learn of the resignation of Miss Margaret Linn the day operator due to accepting a position with Mitchell Gillet Co. Her capable performance and courteous manner earned friends for herself and the company and her new employers are to be congratulated.
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Telephone Company
Margaret Linn
Miss Linn
Mitchell Gillet Co
Why Have Christian Endeavor Why Have Christian Endeavor
Young Peoples meeting notes from Sunday February 1911 at the Methodist Church list topics on Christian Endeavor ideals world wide fellowship and Christlike service led by Richard Arms Enon Smith Homer Ferguson Myrtle Battles and invite all attendees to attend at 1 pm.
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Ounday
Richard Armsstad
Enon Smith
Homer Ferguson
Myrtle Battles
Methodist Church
Dinner party honors Mr and Mrs J H Derrick
On Friday night Mr and Mrs Derrick entertained with a six course dinner. The table decorations were red and white carnations. Covers were laid for Mr and Mrs Derrick, Mr and Mrs Van Sickle, Mr and Mrs Hancock, Mrs Hatley, Mrs Winders Moran and Williams.
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J. H. Derrick
Derrick
van Sickle
Hancock
Hatley
Winders Moran
Wiliams
Public Will Run A Pubic Car For Public Patronage
The notice announces a public car service to operate for the benefit of the public and invites patronage. W. P. Flow signs the message and provides a location at 12-1Sth W. for further details.
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W. P
Caldwells’ quantity prices for winter supply announced
Brewster county citizens extend a cordial welcome to United States troops stationed nearby. Peace officers and residents pledge every courtesy to the soldiers. The arrival adds to security for local ranchmen near the border. Avalanche congratulates Judge Higgins and Sheriff Walton.
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Brewster County
United States
Higgins
Walton
Rev S E Allison A Capitalist In Roswell Era
Roswell New Mexico correspondent reports S E Allison owner of the Albuquerque Southern Methodist Church plans an office building. Construction start promised soon with completion by July and potential height of two to four stories based on tenants. Modern features include steam heat telephone elevator and marble finishings.
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Pondent
Allison
S. E. Allison_o
Albuquerque
S. E. Allison
Southern M. E. Church
Roswell
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jason W. James
Galuaoe
Joan Young
Miss Myra
Ozona
Mr. Young
San Antonio
Jas. Cotter
ET. Carson
Polk Hinson
Chas
Pruet Sandifer
W. J. Yates
Eastern
Ashley's
Chy Holland
Quince Mills
Jim Wilson
Marfa
Caldwls
L. B. Ragin
Ware McMullen
Rooney
Cotter Ranch
Nat Parks
Milles
van Camp
Alpine Hotel
Guy Combs
Alpine Ash
W. A. Morton
Alpiné Lumber Company
A. J. Edwards
Miles
J.C. Bird
Alpine Steam Laundry
Jno, Wegerts
Hondo
Texas
Sandifer
Ed Dodson
Will
Valentine Arty
Marathon Oil Well
J. A. Hargus
J. W. Asutey & Son
of Commercial Club
Robt
Stranger
Lenox
North Pole
Diaz
Allen
Leonard Dixon
Mr. Dixon
Sanderson
Ike
Tey
Skeeter
Crawford & Barron's
Bars Claniette
Folger
Young Peoples
Chris
John Vounc
John Young Land Company
Rimi
Swell Furniture
Alpine Furniture CO
P. W. Kenney
Commons
Tad
Beth
Caldwells
Church of
el Paso Herald
Roswell, N. M
Corres
Tony
Prese
Nyal
R. B. Slight & Co
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