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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1936

Page

5

Society Ridge Breakfast by Mrs W H Terry

An enjoyable bridge breakfast was hosted by Mrs. W H Terry Friday morning. Gladioli and Shasta daisies from the hostess garden adorned the rooms. After a two course breakfast, contract was the order of the morning. High score prizes went to Mrs. Sam Hays of Houston. Other guests included Mesdames Homer McGregor and Graves Bogel of Houston, Douglas McMurry, Anja Wilson, J B Hord, W N Gourley, C D Wood, Vernon McIntyre, Wells McIntyre, and Zeb Decie.

C. D. ‘Wood Vernon McIntyre Wells McIntyre Zeb Decie

Mrs McIntyre Hosts Contract Club Meeting

Mrs Wells McIntyre entertained her contract club Thursday afternoon with garden flowers decorating the rooms. High score prizes went to Mrs Mab McCool and Mrs W H Terry. After the game, a salad and ice course was served to dames Edgar Martin, Lee Kokernot, Ernest Mollison, W H Terry Jr, Vernon McIntyre, Anja Wilson, W H Terry and Mab McCool.

McIntyre Wells McIntyre Mab McCool W. H. Terry Edgar Martin Lee Kokernot Ernest Mollison Jr Vernon McIntyre Anja Wilson

Recently Wedded Couple Here for Summer

Miss Mattieme Newton daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Newton Sanderson and Bernie Morgan of McLean were married in Dallas June 6 The bride a Sanderson High School graduate attended C I A at Denton for three years Mr Morgan a McLean High School graduate teaches in Sanderson schools They are spending the summer in Alpine at the Pierce apartments

Mattieme Newton Harry’ Newton Sanderson Bernie Morgan McLean Dallas Sanderson High School Denton Morgan McLean High School Sul Ross College Alpine Pierce Apartments

Delightful impromp party honors Mrs McGregor in Houston trip

A somewhat impromptu afternoon hosted by Mrs Y D McMurry honored Mrs Homer McGregor of Houston before she leaves for home. Guests played a prize exchange game, with tissue wrapped treats and packages exchanged for favorable prizes. Mrs Vernon McIntyre won high score after trades, then a salad and dessert course followed. Attendees included Methames Homer McGregor, J E Burgess, H G Watson, W H Terry, J S Hord, C D Wood.

Y. D. McMurry Dr. LifeMurry Homer McGregor Houston Har Hedy Vernon McIntyre Methames Homer, McGregor J. E. Burgess H. G. Watson W.H. Terry J. 8. Hord C. D. Wood

Entertaining Visiting Family Members At Lawn Supper

Miss Frances Gillett hosted a contract party at her decorated home with guests including Sam Hays Paul Abernethy of Houston Lee Hancock Corona New Mexico Graves Bogel Z E Gillett Mable Cool Eva Chaffin Elizabeth Baines Allen Richards Richard Spencer Edwin Gillett and others. Highman’s prize went to Richard Spencer.

Theamily George Baines Lee Hancock Corona New Mexico Charles Jackson Crystal City Paul Abernethy, Jr Houston W. B. Hancock Miss Gillett Frances Gillett Gillett Sparden Sam Hays Paul Abernethy Corona, N. M Graves Bogel Z. E. Gillett MablcCool Eva Chaffin Elizabeth Baines Messrs Allen Richards Richard Spencer Edwin Gillett Spencer

Well-known Alpine Boy Weds in Houston

The marriage of Miss Myrthel Ward Morgan, daughter of Mrs. John Green Morgan Sr., to Harry G. Watson Jr., was solemnized Thursday morning by Dr. Robert in Houston. The ceremony linked a prominent Alpine family with the Watsons in a celebrated local event.

Houston Houston Chronicle Myrthel ‘Ward Morgan John Green Morgan, Sr Harry G. Watson, Jr Robert

Understanding the modern camera lens and light control

John van Guilder explains how cameras form images as a light box with a lens and shutter. He outlines aperture and shutter effects on exposure, lens speeds, and how smaller openings yield sharper landscapes while larger openings suit groups or close subjects.

John van Guilder

Chicago Day at Centennial Celebrates Old Fire Anniversary

A Wichita Falls wedding report notes E Goodrich and partner tied the knot in a double ring ceremony at the bride's home with fern ivy and floral arrangements. The bride wore white crepe, carried gardenias, and wore a family heirloom handkerchief. They honeymooned in North Texas and will reside at 1657 Harold Avenue. The bride attended C A for Women and University of Houston. groom attended Sul Ross College and A and M College. Out of town guests listed, only close families attended.

E. Goodrich John Green Morgan Morgan, Jr Watson Clara Elizabeth Ransom Mr. Walon Texas Harold Avenue C. A. For

Chicken Dinner Served by Local Church Ladies Tomorrow

The ladies of the Christian church will serve a chicken dinner at the Christian parsonage tomorrow. Fried chicken or chicken with dumplings will be offered with cake pie and coffee available all day.

Ladies of the Christian Church

Sanderson Prepares For Rodeo Aug. 6 7

Sanderson gears up for a second annual rodeo August 6 and 7 at the American Legion park. Big purses are advertised for rodeo events. A dance with The Sky Rockets KIU orchestra is planned each evening, and a parade at 10 o'clock on opening day will start the two day festival.

Sanderson American Legion Park CAC KIU Wil Fes‘eal

Leed ing Sore Gums Quick Relief Claim

An advertisement touts LETO'S PYORRHEA REMEDY as a guaranteed cure for gum soreness and agitation, urging readers to buy a bottle and use as directed for quick, lasting relief. The copy presents alpine drug branding and a bold efficacy promise.

Leto

Alpine Mecca in the Davis Mountains A cooling tourist draw

Chamber notes Alpine’s appeal as a high elevation retreat with lodging full for August at Mitre Peak Ranch and travelers drawn to the cool climate. A new Texas weekly feature touts Alpine as a tourist haven, urging readers to visit and see the centennial exhibits. An applicant seeks a Retail Package Permit for a Downtown Alpine liquor business on Holland Avenue. Local notices and community updates highlight chamber services and regional business prospects.

Mary Kingston Mitre Peak Ranch Park Jour Kingston Chamber of Jcommerce Texas Chamber of Commerce Alpine Davis Mountains Temas Liquor Control Board Brewster Countty Holland Avenue Cash M. N. Bobo Louis Cange

Electrical Appliance Ad Amid Local Shops Names

Frigidaire electric refrigerators Electrolux kerosene and oil burning units Maytag washing machines Delco Light products RCA Victor and Atwater Kent radios are listed. Chambers Electric Co serves Alpine Marfa Sanderson Ft Davis Fort Stockton with local shop presence.

Frigidaire Electrolux Maytag Delco Light RCA Victor Atwater Kent Chambers Electric CO Alpine Marfa Sanderson Ft. Davis Fort Stockton

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