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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1927
Page
4
Fragmentary advert describing notice and rate structures for Alpine Texas newspaper. Mentions per line charges, location Alpine, and postal matter classification. The readable content also references editors and publication terms from a historic local paper.
The article notes large feeding weights from 700 to 1200 pounds and fat cattle moving into distribution. It highlights drought effects in Texas and the Northwest, the shift to sheep in some areas, and the risk of Argentine beef imports. It discusses tariffs, Canadian meat supply, and the need to maintain U S cattle trade for price stability amid yearling demand and calf markets.
Herbert Kokernot Jr and others spoke on advantages of selling all calves, while questions arose about hides prices. Senator Berkeley praised Mr Poole’s illuminating address. W H Mitchell traced Big Bend cattle industry growth since Highland Hereford Breeders Association, citing producer value figures.
Alpine eyes a large turnout for the STER PARADE week with hundreds of colored lights, donated barbecue, and a city-wide cleanup. Organizers expect visitors from Fort Worth and Dallas to join locals for days of fun, a reimagined schedule, and a homecoming amid the annual Western celebration.
Boy Scouts gathered in the Scout room at Meu Many for tests with Joel Wright Buck Preadwell Burwell Boudreaux and Roy May earning Tenderfoot and first class designations. Alpine Scouts train at Sul Ross pool with Morris Holt assisting Troop 7 San Angelo. The group thanks Sul Ross College and President Morelock for swim training facilities. first swim set for June 20. Also included are loan offers on cattle and lands, Alamo Life insurance sales in Marfa, and local bits from Magnolia News and others.
Continued discussion notes a scenic road survey, with plans to donate land along the highway for camping and park purposes. Mentions Senator Love, letters from supporters, and the bill's reading about suitable land for public use.
Miss Margaret Guenther honored her sister Miss Alma Guenther with a June 24 bridge party at the Linn home. Three tables played for high score won by Miss Im. A tetrad course was served after the cards. Attendees included Merrill Pouncey Thelma Fl McDonald Annie Frances Kotseust Eleanor Killough Tiham.
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