Gun Toter Visits Site of Thrilling Early Day Events
Louis Bouwman, one of Pat Orr Fett’s 15 gunmen who hunted Billy the Kid in 1880, visits Tasco after 42 years. He recalls riding the old Tascona trail, meeting Mrs Mickey McCormick, and paying respects at Soil Cemetery. Bouwman wears frontier garb, notes his deputy sheriff past, and confirms presence during Christmas Eve 1880 shootout with Pat Garrett.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amarilio Louis Bouaman
Pat Orr
Fett
Fasieen
New Mexico
Billy the Xd
Tasco
Ovsman
Tascona
Mickey “Prewchy
Cormick
Monte Tather
Eambline Hall
Iti
Amaro
Bowerman
Old West
Mrs. McCormick
Inso
Bouwsnan
South‘west
Jim Bast
Cape Willingham
Botti
Bousman
Pat Garrett
Port Sumner
Pastry Tips for Flaky Crust and Fruit Desserts
Homemakers column guides on rush pastry practice for tender crusts and glossy finish. It advises brushing syrup over hot crusts to improve appearance and texture, and explains dissolving sugar in water to glaze. Tips cover rolling direction and fruit slices to prevent discoloration.
Jackson Appointed to Regents Role Corrected
J D Jackson was mislisted as a Texas university regent. He was appointed to the board of regents of the state teachers colleges to succeed H L Kobernot of Alpine whose term expired at year’s start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.D. Jackson
Board of Regents
the Texas University
State Teachers Colleges
H. L. Kobernot, Je
Alpine
Promising Apple Crop In Ft Davis Section
Weather has been favorable with no damage to the Ft Davis apple crop. Reports note a promising season, with mild warmth promoting blossoms and fruit set while late February cold snaps could affect development. Local observers remain cautiously optimistic about yields.
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Ft. Davis
Port Davis
Hurés
Rsa
Maret Ein
Memorial Gate Opens on College Ave in Alpine
Alpine plans a Memorial Gate on College Avenue to improve appearance and traffic safety. The project replaces the old gate with a new design and invites citizens to contribute decorative rocks from travels.
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College Ave
College
College Avent
Time
Potins
Matify Leaves to Attend NEA Meet in Atlantic City
A. J. Ratu head of Sul Ross college training department left Monday for Atlantic City New Jersey to attend the National Education association department of superintendence and the American Teachers colleges meetings. The gatherings run from February 24 to February 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matify
NEA Meet
Atlantic City
A J. Ratu
Sul Ross College
Southern Pac
N. J
National Education Association
Department of Superintendence
American Teachers Colleges
Pet
Real Estate Transfers in Alpine by BIG MEND Abstract Co
A series of property transfers and deeds for Alpine area parcels. Notable actions include transfers between individuals and banks, mineral and special deeds, and conversions of associations to federal corporations. Properties span Lots 65, 68, 71, 75, and blocks in Alpine with various survey references.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BIG Mend Abstract CO
Mason Wo Nervert
Gone
D.C
P. Ry
First National Bank of Alpine
Benjamin Franklin Berkeley
Alpine
M. J. McGuire
Orin A. Porter
A.C. Smith
Joseph T. Pogelson
Ocarsf. Ry
A. Smith
HT. P. Bow
Go.&sp. Ry
James C. Johnson
O. A. Porter
Mutual Federal Savings & Loan Association of el Paso
Muual Building & Loan Assn
Madison Motor Sates, Inc
Mabel Madison Almond
Madison Motor Sales, Inc
Jesus Gonzales
T.C. Ry
Clay Holland
Mortengee
Crystal Holland Spannell Hatcher
Q. T. Clements
Garland Smith
Liquidation Notice From Texas Bank Closes Affairs
The State National Bank of Alpine Texas is closing its affairs. All note holders and creditors are notified to present their notes and claims for payment. G. B. Crawford 1480, Cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State National Bank of
Alpine
State of
Texas
G. B. Crawford
Honor Roll Subscriber Appeal For Avalanche Readers
The Avalanche honors readers including Mrs. Anderson of Fort Davis age 83 as an early Fort Davis teacher while urging overdue subscribers to join the honor roll. Names paid since last week are acknowledged including J. I. Pields Alameda California Mrs M B Anderson Pt Davis Hi W MeSpradden Caldad Bolivar Venezuela J Saas San Francisco California and others in Alpine Eugenia H Chandley Lajitas Tex.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avalanche
Mr. Anderson
Fort Davis
Thomason Honored by Parks Board for Untiring Efforts
The Parks Board praises Thomason for untiring service and support to the community. A resolution expresses gratitude and calls for recognizing his contributions on behalf of the board and citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parks Board
Thomason
Sul Ross Faculty Member Named on AAUW Committee
Miss Alice Cowan dean of women and professor of Spanish at Sul Ross College has been named a member of the General Committee of the American Association of University Women. Appointment made by Dr Evelyn Carrington state president. Cowan is UT Austin graduate and studied at Columbia UC and University of Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Cowan
SU Ross College
Avelyn Carrington
Cowan
University of Texas
Columbia University
Universty California
Univer of
Mexco
Fathers Night Meet Draws Large Attendance at Junior High
The P T A held Fathers Night February 18 at the Junior High with a large audience and an engaging program. The high school band, directed by Mr. Granger, opened the evening and aims for the April American Legion contest. Members of the Junior High choral club sang two numbers while Mr. Bickley spoke on music in West Texas public schools and home and school discipline. Mr. W J Smith presented lantern slides showing Indian caves, paintings, baskets, and utensils from the region and nearby counties. A brief business meeting named four nominating committee members: Mrs. Forest Robinson, Mrs. Nell Ferguson, Mrs. Joe Hord. About three men attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.T. A
Granger
Sul Ross
American Legion
West Texas
Bickley
W. J. Smith
Forest Robinson
Nell Ferguson
Joe Hord
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Sandit
Alde Main
Jane Rogers Hin
Jackson
Ross
AAUW
Storey-Whiteside Lumber Co
First National Bank
Alpine, Texas
L Kokernot
M. Decib
Home People
Orient Dairy
Dom Adams
P.T. A. Reporter
Nana
By C. P. Annell
Eee
Central Power and Light Company
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