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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1962
Page
2
On U S Highway 90 east of Alpine a once scenic hill country view is spoiled by a burning garbage dump. The stench and litter disturb travelers as city officials seek sewer and water improvements and state approval. Community groups are urged to support cleanup efforts.
Brewster County Chamber of Commerce directors approved a plan to raise one million dollars through public subscriptions to acquire land in the proposed Big Bend National Park area. Jack Hord was struck in the left middle finger by a stray .22 rifle bullet while at the local golf course. the shot came from a boy about 300 yards away aiming at a rock.
Work begins on East Holland Avenue for Brewster County Motors with a new service department in a repurposed warehouse. Gov Allred signs a 35000 dollar appropriation to convert a College Apartments dormitory for Sul Ross students near the campus, while Alpine solicits bids for a 70000 dollar post office and local staff changes occur as regional rains bring mixed pasture conditions.
Mr and Mrs E Hilbrich faced a family funeral in Goliad after A P Hilbrich died. The notice lists a small dinette set couch 250 gallon butane tank drapes toys and misc items for sale or trade near 719 E Holland Alpine box 984 and phone numbers 2611 3663 726-167.
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