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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1922
Page
5
Ruel Adams visits court in the city while Alpine residents mingle at church, markets, and social events. Locally, Morning Glory Butter and Fresh produce appear at Big Bend Grocery as residents travel to Fort Worth and Marfa. farm sales, rentals, and lost items pepper the page along with several personal notices.
Clifford H. Rogers of Austin was found dying in a westbound freight train car after being shot in the back and struck on the head. He died early the next morning. A man named Harvey Leon Hughes, from Delphos Ohio, is detained in connection with the case. Rogers was about 27, an ex serviceman and carpenter.
On January 22 the Alpine Odd Fellows lodge gathered at First Presbyterian Church for a special sermon by Rev J A McMillan titled Brotherhood the Crown Jewel of Christianity. The service united Baptist and Christian pastors and uplifted attendees as editors prepare an edited copy for later readers.
Mr and Mrs J C Bird A J Tippit and Miss Alice Harrison attended the funeral of Mervin Bird in Fort Davis Tuesday afternoon He was killed Monday when his clothing was caught in a gasoline engine while greasing it A large number of friends attended and many floral offerings were sent The family has the sympathy of the entire community.
The American Legion Auxiliary of Marfa presents Orchestra Comique at the Big Bend Theatre on Monday the 30th. A varied program of music on unique instruments promises a delightful season highlight. Tickets are on sale at the Candy Kitchen.
An avalanche of local notes from a small town recounts gatherings, visits, and business. People like Cole Mr Dever Ed Stickler Rob Evans and CW Clatson return or travel to San Antonio and Boquillas. Schools honor students while court and county matters draw attention.
The Merry Rondoliers known as Lyceum's Livliest Entertainers bring their pep program to Big Bend Theatre on February 5. The five Bondoliers perform a high energy show with cornet trombone trumpet duo harmony sax quartet vocal ensembles violin and piano, comedy readings and solo acts by William Larson Gertrude Erickson Della Erickson Emily McGregor and Walter Reed.
Warning issued by Alpine Light and Tee Company states any person connecting or tampering with lighting circuits without notifying the office will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law for theft.
High School basketball team traveled to Marfa last Saturday and lost 22 to 18 in a closely contested contest. Alpine defeated Marfa 16 to 10 earlier as the junior squad displayed effort. Players listed include Frank Young Robert Dod Tom Bowles Ralph Tippet Henry Armstrong Drury Wood Irby Harmon Henry Lease Thomas Funk Floyd Carter and Eldon Harrison.
notices advertise sale of fixtures for a small restaurant and a tailor shop at Marathor. The house is sold and the seller seeks another residence. Mrs. Fischer. 3 3
An old newspaper blurb promotes ABSOLUTELY pure milk and cream from Day's Dairy with a contact line "Phone Meas day's Dairy" referencing product quality and availability.
James Derrick spent the weekend with Ira Ford while Robert Stone of Alpine visited Hovey Sunday. The community notes Calves and cattle shipments by S L Stone and Geo Benson. Oil well news, a sick foreman, and a drilled eye injury are reported. A literary society social followed by an honor roll list from Hovey School.
Four acres rich cultivated land near town with dwelling and improvements. Includes gasoline engine and pumping outfit. Land could yield about 2000 dollars yearly. Otis Turner Alpine Texas. Service car for Alpine and nearby towns. Day phone 555-?5, night phone at residence A T McDonald 49-08.
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