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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1946

Page

5

Ima Jo Hallford Weds Vernon McCall in Fort Stockton Church

Miss Ima Jo Hallford, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hallford, married Vernon D. McCall, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. McCall of Alpine, in a single ring ceremony at the Methodist church with Rev. R. B. McGrew officiating. The bride wore white satin with lace trim and a net veil, carried white roses and sweet peas, and was given in marriage by her father. After a wedding trip to San Antonio the couple will reside in Alpine. The article notes music, attendants, and the couple’s future plans including the groom’s education and service. Also mentioned are Circle officers and WSCS meeting details.

Stockton Ima Jo Hallford Joe Hallford Vernon D. McCall W. D.mccall Alpine R. B. McGrew Mise Emma Hallford Earl McCall Miss Hallford John Hallford US Navy Merle Barrett Hallford McCall Fort Stockton Texas, Tech Joe Halford Mamie Lannom Earl Charles ‘Stewart San Antonio

Officers Installed in Methodist W S C S Ceremony

The installation of officers of the Methodist W S C S was conducted Sunday night by Mrs. M. W. Williams in a candle lighted ceremony at the Methodist church, assisted by Miss Gaile Barrow and Miss Jo Nell Pope. The officers took their charges kneeling at the altar.

Methodist W.scs M. W. Williams Methodist Church Gaile Barrow Jo Nell Pope

Rotary News reports Alpine visit and war talk

Visiting Rotarian M A Buhler from Dalhart attends the Alpine club meeting. Guests Curtis Gross Lloyd Bloodworth Capt Gene Schloemer Rev Pickering Fred Williams. Vocational program led by Truman Etheridge Capt Christopher Belcher spoke on wartime leadership and postwar Germany. Bride in white satin wedding dress listed. Col Bidelberg departed. bride residing in Peasacota.

M.A. Buhler Dalhart Alpine Club Curtis Gross Lloyd Bloodworth Gene Schloemer Kenneth Rev Pickering Fred Willams Dom Adams Institute of International Frank McCollum Truman Etheridge Christopher Belcher North Africa Sicily Normandy Germany Wilfred Gress Hitlerim

Around Town Snippet Reflects Small Talk and Local Prices

A light local column notes a chilly morning and pleasant sun, remarks on driving habits during snowstorms, and shares a shopping anecdote about nylon hose and price variation among Alpine merchants. The piece closes with a humorous quip about egotists and social behavior.

Clothing Drive Slow Amid Weather and Community Debate

Response to the National Clothing Collection campaign remains slow, says Mrs. J. C. Cooley, chairman. Inclement weather cited, now easing, with drives to continue at post office, city hall, Granada Theatre, and schools. Campaign extended nationwide into next month, urging prompt contributions to aid those in need.

J. C. Cooley Post Office City Hall Granada Theatre San Antonio Express Truman Emerson

Mee L D Stockton Hosts Tally Ho Bridge Club Meet

Mee L D Stockton acted as hostess for the Tally-ho Bridge Club last Thursday amid snow with a good turnout. Present were Mesdames G H Harfst Dan Ritter Reginald Vogt Shellie Barnes Wally Davis Jimmy Logan James Kemp Paul Vogt M Corkran Ray LaBert and guests Mrs J W Shepperd Mrs George Kempen. High prizes went to Mrs Logan and Mrs Barnes. Shellie Barnes also hosted a session Wednesday afternoon with the same members and guests Mrs Bill Friesen and Mrs Mary McCool. High scores were won by Mrs Vogt and Mrs Hatchingso won a prize for Mrs Logan.

Mee L. D. Stockton Tally-ho Bridge Club G. H. Harfst Dan Ritter Reginald Votan Shellie Barnes Wally Davis Jimmy Logan James Kemp Paul Voat Bill Friesen Mary McCool Vogt Hatchingo Dirs, Logan

Alice Teague Weds Alford Rushing at Weekend Ceremony

Alice Teague, ex-student and teacher in Valentine, and Alford Rushing, assistant business manager of the Brand, married the weekend of January 11. They will live in Alpine and continue studies at Sul Ross next semester. Frankie Graves wed Lt Col E C Eidelberg in Atlanta on Dec 9 with a reception at the Alabaster home.

Alice Teague Alford Rushing Sul Ross Valentine Alpine

Music Club Meet Set for Tuesday at Hospital Parish Room

The Music Club will hold its meeting Tuesday evening at 7 30 in the hospital parish room of the Presbyterian church. The program will study composer Robert Schumann with Mrs W E Lockhart in charge and assisted by Mrs Edwin McCollum Betty Willett June Weyerts and Oleta Benderson. Public invitation extended.

Hospital Rian Church Pauty Robert Schumann W. E. Lockhart Merdames Edwin McCollum Betty Willett June Weyerts Oleta Benderson

For Sale TRANS-PECOS Abstract Co Urban Listings

Abstracte Insurance Real Estate offers a portfolio of properties including a nice S room house near schools and churches with easy terms. A thriving business at a permanent location in the heart of the business district with good dividends and expansion potential. Rental properties with monthly income and modernized homes. A business lot for sale in a developing section. Rental courts with strong income and good reputation. WANTED listings include 2- to 3-section stock farms near Alpine Fort Davis or Marfa, an 18000 acre sheep ranch, and acreage for a rest home or storage warehouse. Loans on desirable city property for 2000 or more. M L Hopson Manager.

Business District Alpine Fort Davis Marfa M. L. Hopson

Fire damages residence on East Ave C

A fire at the residence of Mrs. Lula Murphy on East Ave C last Saturday afternoon caused about $200 in damage. Fire Chief J. Cooley said the blaze started from a flue and spread to the roof, while water damage to contents was negligible. No insurance was carried.

Wilfred LIFE Lula Murphy East Ave. C J. €. Cooley

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C. D. Wood Ima JO Mallford Bride OF Vernon McCall Mesdames T. A. Beard R. M. Hawkins Carl Shuts P. V. Cartwright R. B. Slight Treas G. W. Baines Edgar Martin D. Mary J. P. Parker A. J. Bierschwale Roy Whiteside Ray Williams Anja Wilson Jr Forest Wall Roy Owen WSCS J. D. May Carl Shults C. B. Casey J. W. Dollahite Rotary News M. A. Webb Roverside Charles Cathfey Fendante Col. Bidelberg Liberal Kans Peasacota Chamber of Commerce Lloyd Pal United Nations Organization Frankie Graves Atlanta Pensacola Fla Frank Graves Tex E. C. Eidelberg Las Vegas Nev First Baptist Church John Alabaster Alabaster Dairy Joe Gallego Trans-Pecos Abstract CO Arly SPORT Vanuers L. C. Smith Corona Dr. Pepper Bottling Co Alpine, Texas Streck d Duco Paints Thompson Delco Remy Ignition Packard Raybestos Walker Hyatt Bearings Timken Bearings Doctor OF Motors Hone
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