Prehistoric Reptile Found in Brewster County Tale
An 1916 Brewster County report describes a discovery at 21 feet underground where diggers unearthed stone-like forms later identified as a Triceratops skull with turtle bent features. The piece recounts paleontological notes, a Cretaceous Sea range, and a rancher Mr. Hancock presenting the skull for examination. It also covers a high school masquerade party hosted by Mr and Mrs Jas Cotter, with pie contest and student toasts. A pasture trespass notice from Mrs. R L Nevill concludes the page.
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WB. Hancock
Hancock
Capt. Dod
West
Texas
Kansas
Nebraska
Dakota
British America
Jas. Cotter
Mber
Eck Raee
Florence Sublett
Berta” Clark
Sunday School Social and Music Recital at Garnett Hotel
Sunday School crowd of youthful Baptists enjoyed an evening of merriment and a frijole fling contest at the Garnett Hotel parlors. A Mexican supper followed, with Rev J T Tartt presiding as guests and participants praised for lively performances by Mrs Thomas Dean nse’s music pupils and the public school department of Expression. A card of thanks from Mrs R R Youngblood’s family concluded after her illness.
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Garnett
Otel
Baptist Church
Baptist Sunday School
J.T. Tartt
Thomas Deannse
Baby Dean
Department of Expression
Jackson
R. R. Youngblood
Farly
Fruit Tree Sprays Now Available from Tippit
A. J. Tippit offers arseniate of lead and lime of sulphur as premier sprays for fruit trees and flowers. Notify to supply your wants and ensure timely delivery.
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A. J. Tippit
Pure Food Show Becomes Local Success and Boosts Ads
Attendance last Friday and Saturday at the Pure Food Exhibit delighted attendees with merchants offering hot coffee cocoa sandwiches cakes ice cream and more. Merchants reported strong interest in their displays and anticipate extra orders from the advertising. Ladies Aid and Christian Endeavor societies celebrate the event as commercial social and financial success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid and
Christian Endeavor Societies
Bids Sought for Alpine Independent School Addition
Notice from Alpine Independent School District calls for sealed bids by February 8, 1916, 10 a.m., for erection of an addition to the Mexican school building. Plans on file with the secretary. Board reserves right to reject any or all bids. J.D. Jackson and F. E. Gillett, President and Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine Independent
Alpine
Texas
Secrrtary
J.D. Jackson
F. E. Gillett
County Treasurer Candidate Named in Brewster County Race
The Brewster County Democratic primary will decide among candidates including MoM McPARLAND for Treasurer and Burke as another candidate. A Marfa trip by Amputites raised funds for the school campus, and Alpine High School faculty staged The Arrival of Kitty at the Opera House, praised for professional-like performance and strong audience support. proceeds supported the school.
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JOR
Burke
Brewster County
Marfa
Kitty
Colonial Ball at Marfa Opera House February 22
The people of Marfa will enjoy a Colonial Ball on Tuesday February 22 George Washington's birthday staged by the Marfa Brass Band at the Marfa Opera House. Guests will be required to wear George and Martha Washington costumes. Caldwell advertises quality goods at low prices.
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Marfa
George Washington
Marfa Opera House
George and
Martha Washington
Caldwell
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Lpine Publishing
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R. L. Nevill
Oakland
Wm, Murphy
Borderland Auto Co
Alpine Texas
Ringlie
Lacy & Davidson
A. D. Beaumont
State
Uetions
Sor
Mom McParland
New ST. Charles
W. T. Durr
Prop
W.A. Buchanan
Cline Gauges
5B Motor CO
W. P. Hinson
Pecos & Rio Grande Telephone Company
R. B. Slight & Co
St. Louis
Dallas
F. W. Ater
E. J. Naylor
G.F
P. A
San Angelo
Tex
New Spring Goods
Princess Madras
Percales
Mitchell-Gillett Co
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