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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1946
Page
2
Loyal readers thank the section for opinions on Alpine traffic at the First National corner where Sixth street meets the highway. The piece mocks driving methods, praises Texas highways, notes the new Drive Inn manager Mae, mentions Truman vetoing an OPA bill, and salutes Mountain Peaks Hennett for candid remarks on the Texas governor race.
Clint Fulcher recalls a jammed Fourth of July in Terlingua with an old-time rodeo and fattening tournament enjoyed by cowboys a generation ago. The celebration featured a barbecue with 2000 to 2800 attendees, an accident where a rider escaped injury, and a well-attended rodeo. The event was sponsored by the All-Vets club and guardsmen, with dances and local reports of good rains across Nevill ranch.
A note expresses sincere appreciation for kindness and sympathy after a bereavement and gratitude for the fine flowers. Sincerely, Mrs. Henry Lacey.
Ton Joe Toombs reported on a Lions auditing committee led by Boss Lion Bierschwabe that was critical of the Lion treasury. A committee including Lions Kay Toombs and Gross was appointed to arrange a Ladies Night and install new officers. Kay spoke for the Coordinating Council on a city park and playground project after a Monday meeting, while Toombs wrapped up his Big Spring convention remarks and urged club morale. Guests included Lions W. W. Gaines and Geo Journey with Rotarian H. Conger Jones, De Rio. Deason. Ellison with W. E. Williams. and Wayne Mosley with Kenneth Stucke.
Public notice commands Nasario Flores to answer the divorce petition filed July 6 1946 in Brewster County Texas. Court requires appearance by August 3 or 19 1946 at 10 a.m. before the district court in Alpine. The suit lists two minor children and custody sought with no property disputes.
A reflection on neglecting a family memorial program despite orderly investments and insurance. The piece urges consultation with the Rock of Guarantee of Protection to finalize memorial plans and relieve relatives of ongoing responsibility.
The Avalanches authorize paid political announcements for Democratic primary candidates to be published in advance. Includes RB Thomason Reelection in 16th District for Congress and numerous county and district offices with several incumbents noted for reelection or ongoing terms. Names include Conger Jones Charles Moore McGaughy Hord Frazer Patterson Owens Carney Stovell Thee Parker Cotter Hernandez Davis Dunington Fulcher Davis County Gerkon Roe Miller Preston Johnson Woolley Kelly.
A district court filing in Brewster County Texas case number 2332 involves Granville H. Edwards as plaintiff and Leana Argona Edwards as defendant. The petition seeks a divorce claiming legal marriage occurred in Reno Nevada on about September 8 1943 and asserts harsh cruel treatment and incompatibility, requesting a decree of divorce. Filed and signed June 17 1946 by Clerk J W Prazer with court seal.
Curtis B Gross Realtor offers a model three bedroom home on Ft Davie Highway with a Windmill business grossing 3000 monthly and 20 percent profit. Includes three fourths of an acre outside city limits for tourist court potential with an established busy site and six room house. Also two and five room homes in town center with excellent business locations and mountain views. Offices in Big Bend Abstract Company, phone 117.
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