Alpine AAUW Branch Discusses Prosperity And Exhibit Plans
Alpine branch of the American Association of University Women met January 10 in the Presbyterian church hospitality room. Sixteen members attended despite snow. Mrs. Knox Reid presided over a brief business session and Mrs. Selvig reported funds sent to the state chairman with needs for more to aid worthy women students in devastated countries. Mrs. Reid appointed a committee to explore bringing a rural artists exhibit to Alpine as a community service. Mrs. George Baines gave a paper on prosperity outlining four bases: natural resources industries mental ability and peaceful relations. discussion followed, aiming for practical conclusions. Next meeting February 14 at the same place with Mrs. Lockhart presenting Social Progress.
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A.A.A.W
Presbyterian Church
1Ill
Whittaker
Knox Reid
Schlaemer
Selvig
Reid
Lockhart
Miss Cowan
Miss Hill
George Baines
Progreso Club Meeting Postponed to Jan 25
The El Progreso club regular meeting scheduled for today is postponed due to weather. It will reconvene next Friday Jan 25 at the home of Mrs Roscoe Morgan.
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el Proagreso Club
Roscoe Morgan
Former Alpine Man Is Married At Angelo
Mrs Tots Sutton and Paul Q Mills wed in a single ring ceremony at 9 am in First USA Presbyterian church San Angelo with Rev Rodney Gibson Jr officiating. The couple plan a two week Mexico City trip then reside at 2319 Freeland. Mrs Sutton worked at Central National Bank. Mills owns a jewelry company. Church members urged to bring clothing for Victory Clothing collection by next Tuesday.
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San Angelo
Tots Sutton
Paul Q. Mills
First USA Presbyterian Church
Rodney Gibson Jr
Mexico City
Freeland
Sutton
Central National Bank
Mills
Old Folks Exemption and Soldier Vote Advisory
A 1944 Democratic Campaign Committee notice warns voters 60 or older by Jan 1 1946 to secure exemption certificates in Brewster County. It notes possible permanent exemptions and urges verification of registration. It cites efforts to fix a loophole in soldier exemptions and warns veterans without poll tax receipts may be disqualified in state elections. Deadline to qualify to vote is January 31.
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Brewster County
Democratic Executive Committee
James V. Allred
Joe Wright
Democratic Campaign Committee
Alpine Snow Slows Range Ranch Life and Paves Way Talk
Alpine residents recount heavy snow and drifting stock losses in the Big Bend region. A thaw loosened drifts and hindered cattle movement while ranchers assess damages, closures, and feeding needs. Locals urge collaboration between ranchers and townfolk to advance road projects and economic development, noting low chamber of commerce membership among ranchers.
Dr Joel Wright to lead March of Dimes in Brewster County
Dr Joel Wright of Alpine agreed to serve as chairman of the Brewster County March of Dimes committee. He urged schools churches and other organizations to arrange contributions to be sent to him. Half the net proceeds stay in the county to aid infantile paralysis victims. He said the challenge is for all to help those affected by the crippling disease and asked for plans to raise funds.
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Joel Wright
Alpine W
Brewster County
Wright
First of Three Rio Grande Dams to Begin This Summer
Mission Texas January 12 construction of the first of three international dams on the Rio Grande to cost 82 million dollars will start by next June or July. The Falcon site between Roma and Zapata counties will host the initial structure. Impounding water may begin in summer 1948. Congressman Milton H. West said the U.S. will provide ideas to improve the land and urged removing old grievances.
School bag design sparks playful roster of classic characters
A quirky note describes a dark wool bag featuring bright facing plates and prints of Diana, Pluto, Mickey, Minnie, Dumbo, Bambi, and the Three Caballeros. It emphasizes easy production and fun wearability while naming popular Disney figures for a stylish, nostalgic vibe.
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Diana
Pluto
Mickey
Minnie Dumbo
Bambi
Little Pigs
Hood Bizaplety
New Scout Officers Are Named To Serve In This Area
New district Boy Scout officers are announced for the coming year in Alpine. Don Littleton, vice president of the Scout camp project, and local leaders praise the program and plan to mobilize youth involvement. The report notes substantial funding and dam project details impacting regional development and cooperation with Mexico.
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Mr. Littleton
Don Littleton
Yucca Emi
Pat
Boy Scouts
Trans-Pecos Abstract Co sales notices and loans
Classified list from Trans-Pecos Abstract Co offers for sale framed stucco nine room house near schools and church, thriving downtown business, rental properties with income, and a prime business lot. Also lists rental courts and ranch lease near Alpine, plus city property loans from M L Hopson.
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Alpine
M. L. Hopson
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E. C. Coleman
J. E. Burgess
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F. L. McCollum
George Koury
J. W. Shepperd
Bill Winter
Joe Burgess
Winter
Koury
J. E. Casner
Asa Jones
L. D. Harris
Mesdames
J.W. Frazer
Joe Hord
W. D. Burcham
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Cas Edwards
Pountaine
Woodward
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Pete ‘Kennedy
Vernon Mcintyre
Gilmer Morsis
Ray Williams
Willams
Big Bend Park
Chamber of Commerce
del Rio
Marfa
Lec
March of Dimes Campaign
Rio Grande
Watsemac
Anna Maslanka
Warsaw
Anna
UNRRA
Waldemar
United National Clothing Collection
Miloverseas
Mexico
Laredo
Big Bend
J. W. Dollahite
Hone
Marte Texes
Bubeics Sez
Hilton Hotels
Cal Edwards
Texas
Trans-Pecos Abstract CO
Fort Davis
Marta
Victory
Europe
Philippines
Far East
Reigi Eke Is
Victory Clothing Collection
Sam
Kaiser
Advertising Council
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