Alpine Old Settlers Roundup draws ten thousand for first day
A capacity crowd of 10,000 from Texas and New Mexico jammed Alpine for the annual Old Settlers and Cowboys Roundup. The parade started at 9:00 with McMurry Plumbing’s colonial float winning honors. Cowboys, rodeo events, and a famed chair ride by Bud Davis drew big crowds. meals served to over 6,000, with 3,500 courthouse lawn seats and 2,000 more diners indoors. Dances at the fairgrounds featured Jack’s Minnelans and a Fort Worth string band, while divers Swede Bymarck and Arnold Det competed at Locust pool.
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Alpine Dominates Fort Stockton In League Tilt
Alpine, led by pitcher Duncen, defeated Fort Stockton 8 to 2 in a decisive game. Holland and Weakley paced the offense with key hits as Alpine improved to four wins this season under manager Ce Duncan, following Bert Glasser’s resignation.
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Fort Tavis Plans Fortieth Annual Joys Camp Meeting
Fort Tavis announces the Joys Camp Meeting at Skillman Grove from August 13 to 20, the fortieth annual session. The date was set at last year’s close and reiterated at the June gathering. Preachers from several denominations were rejected for the August gathering, including John A. Burma Presbyterians Clyde Campbell Methodists and LD. Ander ton Christians. The Baptists have not yet made an election for the August camp meeting.
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Offcers Make Liquor Haul In Alpine Suburbs
In Alpine, Border Patrol, sheriff's department, U S Customs officers and Texas Rangers found and seized twenty eight gallons of liquor in the western suburbs. Two Alpine men were arrested and sent to Morta torq in examining trial before the U S Commissioner. The seizure may curb Fourth of July festivities for some residents.
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Designation of Dall Southwest highway completed
The State Highway commission officially recognized the gap from Fort Stockton to Alpine as part of the Dallas Presidio route, designating Stockton to Alpine gap while awaiting full maintenance. The route runs Dallas via Cleburne Ballinger San Angelo Fort Stockton Alpine Presidio, with counties to provide a 100 foot right of way and at least half the construction cost. Engineers to map location and right of way between Alpine and Fort Stockton, Pecos County covering Pecos hand labor and Brew County location surveys to be funded as designated.
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Vaqueroes Lose Pitchers Duel to Marfa 2 1
The Alpine Vaqueros drop a pitchers duel 2 1 to Marfa on the local diamond. John Underwood hits a first inning homer for Alpine. Righthander BSL Duncan holds Marfa to two runs as Leonard Howard Matt Cunker allow few hits in a tight game. The two teams meet again at 3 00 pm today with the same starters likely.
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Little Theatre of the Alps Scores Hit With Silent Shape
The Little Theatre of the Alps staged The Silent Shape, a mystery comedy, last Friday night under Mrs Rose Smiser. A varied, talented cast delivered seven days’ prep with strong direction and crowd-pleasing acts. Proceeds fund a new high school tax, membership is $1 with no dues, and the group plans more summer shows and a busy fall slate.
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Del Rio Bus Line Planned From Alpine Connection
San Angelo men J C Russell J B Lee and Virgil Howen propose a Del Rio to Alpine to San Antonio via Del Rio. They aim to link with the El Paso line and provide through service to east Texas. A State Railway Commission hearing is expected next week.
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Dobbin Faw Down and Go Splash in the Well
A horse named Dobbin fell into a vacant well near the Smith home while being explored by Sydney Smith. The horse was rescued after a dangerous struggle by a wrecker and Jack Allen entourage. Owner John Jude rejoiced that only fur and hide were left behind. the horse refused further adventures, neighing at the idea.
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Alpine moves to enforce traffic laws amid public anger
After a heated meeting the Alpine city commission vowed action against traffic violations. Mayor G W Haines announced steps to curb reckless driving, with violators to face court next Monday. Public support for enforcement was strong and officials warned of firm action starting promptly.
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Salvation Army Annual Drive Opens Across County
The Salvation Army begins its annual appeal under the County Advisory Board with H W Ferguson as chairman and G W Baines as treasurer. The drive seeks a $250 quota to support field work, maternity aid, and assistance for the poor across the Southwest Texas Division and rural areas. The campaign runs through Monday and Tuesday with authority from the organization.
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Injured Girl Dies After Accident on Avenue
Miss Mabel Timpodeans, injured in an accident on an avenue last Thursday morning, died Tuesday. Authorities had little hope for her recovery as doctors continued to assess the extent of her injuries.
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House Votes Gas Tax Bill in Austin Vote
Austin lawmakers approve a four cent per gallon gasoline tax and 60 percent cut in passenger car registration fees after a 104 to 14 house tally. The measure now moves to the governor for signature and will become law upon final approval.
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