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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1949
Page
1
Alpine residents discuss water supply options with developers and city plans. Some favor city ownership, others private provision under protected contracts. A businessman touring the western states shares views, with a feature on water issues promised next week.
The Marfa Production Credit Association re elected Wade Reid and Worth Evans as directors for a three year term at their fifteenth annual meeting in El Paso on July 21. About 120 stockholders heard reports from Secretary Treasurer Jack A Knight and Director J T Bean. Dr Virgil P Lee of Houston spoke, with Ord Gary of Canutillo reporting on a Cotton Producers and Spinners conference in Charlotte.
Alpine entries open for 1949 West Texas Photographic Contest sponsored by the West Texas Chamber of Commerce. Dick Cross Jr. announces prizes for amateurs and professionals, including a top 4x5 Crown Graphic camera in each class. Entries due by September 30. winners revealed at Abilene meeting in November.
Mrs. Julia Gentry Cheesman age 31 daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Gentry Alpine died in a Jackson hospital after an extended illness Her infant son died with her Burial plans set for Alpine where the body and infant will be sent Mr Cheesman and John Gentry drove from Alpine to Jackson to attend the services Funeral set for 3 pm at the Methodist church Survivors include the husband her parents and a brother John at Texas University Mrs Geo W Seybert went to San Antonio to visit her ill mother Etta Ayers
Alpine Friends of the Library campaign for a regional library aims to serve West Texas with a central collection and support for school officials. They envision cooperative book buying, cataloging help, and outreach through publicity and Friends groups in each town. The current Alpine library, housed near the courthouse, relies on donations and a quirky $7 bi monthly gift, with a goal to purchase a larger building across the street.
A round-stomached tank on wheels seen downtown has sparked curiosity. Investigation shows the former syrup boiler is now a portable barbecue pit operated by Dick Harris who has applied for a patent. The water pans between fire and meat preserve juices and prevent burning. It can handle up to 500 pounds of meat and is available for custom barbecuing for picnics and gatherings.
The Alpine Cowboys and Junior Cowboys undefeated in Southwest Semi-Pro tourney after weekend wins. Cowboys beat Beaumont 10 0 and 8 4 against Oilers while Juniors edged Jal Gassers 9 8. Next game in El Paso Wednesday night determines title path.
The undefeated Legion Auxiliary softball team will meet the Pecos women’s team on Saturday at 8 30 p m at the Jaycee field. Support urged as the two squads clash in the second meeting.
Fort Davis leaders say street lights are nearly assured as the Mile High club, now funding a West Texas Utilities contract, governs new directors led by E Y Freeland Tyrone Kelly Ben Morriss C Earnest Carlton and Harry Jarrett They collaborate with Van Horn and Marfa chambers to sponsor an ad in the Dallas Times Herald to draw tourist trade Readouts covered vacation lands film showings and refreshments were provided at the Baptist church with plans for the August 8 meeting time and place noted.
The Marfa History Club awards a $100 Music Scholarship to a Sul Ross College student. Mrs. L. C. Brite is honored as club president. Glenn F. Davis will select the recipient from music department applicants. Applications are being received and winners announced soon. Midshipman John E. Reeder began a six week training cruise on the east coast.
New Alpine Rotary officers began duties July 1 with Peyton Cain as president and Jim Francois as secretary. Wm. S. Winter became vice president, Fred Williams remains secretary, and the board includes Preston Stedman Ralph Peters and J R Rucker. Cain, Alpine public schools superintendent, has long served in Youth Service and holds BA and MA from Sul Ross. He is married with two children. Retiring secretary M A Webb stepped down after seven years. he has chaired Rotary since 1923 and edited the Alpine Avalanche. Francois becomes club secretary. Gentry, a charter member, was the first secretary. Visitors include Mr and Mrs B C Graves and Mrs H W Tamblyn and families.
The 29th Paisano Baptist encampment began at the campgrounds 10 miles west of Alpine with 1050 people served at the dining pavilion, surpassing the previous 750 opening service high. Notable speakers include Dr. Perry F. Webb and Dr. E. S. James. daily preaching at 11 15 a.m. and 8 p.m. with several new facilities on the grounds.
Senator Chavez said President Truman is considering attending the Big Bend National Park dedication on the Texas Mexican border and would visit Santa Fe if he attends, with timing depending on his decision about visiting Texas and the date not yet set.
Brewster County surpassed its Series E Savings bonds quota by six percent with total sales of 39,455 against a 37,000 target. County Savings Bonds chairman Geo W Baines announced the final report received from Nathan Adams of Dallas. Texas statewide drive showed strong results with 46,835,896.75 in sales, 126 percent of the state quota.
Mr. Jordan Lewis Grant age 60 died last Saturday in Austin after several weeks illness. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church chapel in San Antonio with interment at Sunset Memorial Park. Survived by wife Estelle Grant two sons and four daughters. Grant was a member of Alzafar Shrine Anchor Lodge 424 and Scottish Rite bodies.
The Alpine post office announces updated airmail closing times. Eastbound mail to San Antonio and connections will depart at 7:30 am and 3 pm, while westbound mail to El Paso and connections leaves at 11:30 am and 8:30 pm. The 11:30 am westbound time is slightly later than before.
Mrs A N Foster and Guese Sue have just returned from a month long visit in Paris Texas.
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