Texas End Matthews Rated Greatest Player Of 1927 East West Game
Eastern critics hail Raymond Matthews of Texas Christian as the the standout end of 1927 after his beguiling performance in the East West clash. The Texas Christian star, 180 pounds, impressed experts by besting Yale’s Bruce Caldwell and drawing praise for his end play and blocking as he led Texas College to a storied showing. Matthews from TCU Fort Worth is praised as the best wingman seen, with opponents crediting him for creating plays and forcing a dominant showing. The piece notes Texas players and colleges rose to the occasion, delivering a striking counter to established Eastern powers.
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Matthews
Texas Christian
Texas
Raymond
Rags) Matthews
Bob Reitech
Illinois
Amos N Fone
Te Chiiatian University
Fort Worth
Rags
Vroter
Bruce Caldwell
Yale
Plains of Teaas
Caldwell
Soesting
Amos
Prewell
Connor
Jaane
Bolnk
Presnett
Mat
Shews
Joe
Hunt
Wim
Texas Christ
Teotlege
Joesting
Lis
Southern Methodist Sity
Gerald Mai Hite
Boreham Seeks Re‑election as County Commissioner
The candidate announces re‑election bid for County Commissioner in Precinct 4. Emphasizes experience in tax equalization, road construction, and county matters. Endorses service quality and reliability, appealing to voters with a focus on efficient county operations.
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W. D. Boreham
Marfa Falls to Alpine Bucks in Narrow 12–15 Defeat
Marfa high school basketball team traveled to face Alpine Bucks on February 8 and suffered a 12 to 15 loss. Jack McElroy led Marfa with seven points as both teams displayed good sportsmanship. the Tucks’ strong performance marked one of their best games of the season.
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Marfa
Alpine Bucks
Marfa High School
Jack McElroy
Tucks
Eighth Grade Class Plans Friday February 17 Event
The Eirth Grade class plans a party for Friday February 17 at Elizabeth's home. The group hopes for a good turnout. The Athletic Association was called to a meeting Tuesday by President Mary Blanche Lease. Wesley May served as assistant yell leader as the hall aims to improve the cheer squad.
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Elizabeth
He Athletic Association
Mary Blanche Lease
Wesley May
Senior class party and school events teased for upcoming meet
Senior class party was held this evening with a leap year theme and a salute to Louise Taylor. Tuesday morning featured lapel exercise and a Mr Head talk on politeness. The college play is moved to high grounds. Students were informed of a basketball tournament and the Inter scholastic League meet to be held here.
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Louise Taylor
Special Assembly Discusses Study Hall and District Basketball
A special assembly for 71m, sth, and 9h grades announced a noon study hall from 12:40. The district basketball tournament on the 17th will feature Pecos, Marfa, Stockton, and other teams from neighboring areas. Students urged to participate and support the event.
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Pecos
Marfa
Stockton
Norner
Citation by publication for rent and judgment in Brewster County
The court commands defendants to answer by publication for writ of attachment and judgment for rent and foreclosure, with costs. The notice must be published weekly for four consecutive weeks in a newspaper in Brewster County, Alpine Texas, or the county where a newspaper is published. Return date set at next term. show execution of service in the return. Dated January 12 in Alpine.
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Alpine
Texia
Mamie Lease Livingstor
Brewster County
Texas
Rita Ghiman
Rita Giman
Voters of Brewster County Back County Treasurer Bid
The Avalanche announces candidacy for re election as County Treasurer at the Democratic primary in July 1928. Gratitude is extended to supporters of the past and a request for continued backing in the upcoming primary.
Avalanche Dept Promotes In-House Printing Savings
A handicraft department promotes in house printing to save costs and avoid outsourcing. The message urges readers to choose internal services over external printers, touting improved equipment and lower prices.
Girl Scout Meeting Held With Guidance On Tieing Square and Line
The Girl Scouts met again on Thursday with Miss Fuchs presiding. The lesson focused on tying the square and how-line techniques as part of their practical program.
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Girl Scouts
Miss Fuchs
Publication citation in Lester County suit over Hector ranch lease
Brewster County Texas sheriff serves notice for a case filed by C. L. Lottin against D. W. Sumrall and Giles Sumrall. Action centers on an 18 760 acre ranch known as the Hector ranch with 640 dollars annual rent promised in advance and assignment of rental rights for 1927 1928. Defendants allegedly failed to pay and stock horses and other property are listed in the lease agreement.
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Texas
Hector Ranch
land and dwelling listings offer bargains near Brewster Alpine
Auction style ads describe 640 acres ten miles from the Mid Kansas well up for lease or sale with $800 cash bonus and long term assume. 3200 acres in Brewster County with swap at $1.75 per acre. a modern Alpine rooming house or hotel site near the business center listed at $6500 cash. multiple residences near a college campus priced from $1600 to $3600 with easy terms.
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Mid-Kansas
State Dept
Brewster County
Alpine
Four Lots With Shade Trees Offered at Seven Percent
The notice details four lots on Large Shade Trees with vines and related features. It states financing at seven percent interest.
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