Big Bend Park License Plate Idea Faces Opposition in Texas
Texas license plate proposal to add Big Bend National Park legend gains backing from Alpine chamber leader and Big Bend committee chair but faces opposition from the State Highway Department and Public Safety. The piece notes national trends, states with legends, and Texas car totals while arguing the park’s broad appeal for all Texans and visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Bend National Park
Texas
DeWitt Greer
State Highway Department
Department of Public Safety
Claude Austin
Alpine Chamber of Commerce
W. J. Newell
Alabama
Heart of Dixie
Arizona
Grand Canyon State
Florida
Sunshine State
Georgia
Peach State
Illinois
Land of Lincoln
Maine
Vacationl
Michigan
Water Wonderland
New Mexico
Land of Enchantment
Wisconsin
America
United States
National Park
Oil State
Taxes, resignations, crimes in Brewster County unrest
Beginning July 1 1917 motor vehicle owners must register with the State Highway Commission and pay a 35 cent per horsepower tax. Alpine High School principal A J Koenig resigns to lead Valentine schools and buys a ranch. Sanderson district court adjourns after a heavy docket with five year terms for Alvarez and Garcia linked to Glen Springs raid. Several local economic and social notes follow including property sales, travel, a fatal stabbing, Red Cross work, irrigation crops, and a child’s death from appendicitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Commission
Sanderson
Joseph Jones
M. Alvarez
Y. Garcia
Alpine
Glen Springs
A Simple Themed Shower Idea Uses a Sprinkling Can
A miscellaneous shower can feel aimless so a central theme works. Hang a steel sprinkling can above the gift table and thread bright ribbons from each gift toward the can spout. Decorate the can with flowers and more ribbons for a festive atmosphere.
Gift Etiquette for Weddings Between Friends and Relatives
The guide notes that gift giving depends on closeness to the couple. If you attend or are unable to attend, send a wedding present when you are a close relative or dear friend, and honor the couple's relationship regardless of attendance.
Alpine Drug Promotes T-4-L For Athletic Foot
For athletic foot use T-4-L for 3 to 5 days. Watch tainted skin shed as healthy skin forms. If not pleased with instant drying T-4-L, get 40¢ back at any drug store. Today at Alpine Drug.
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Alpine Drug
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West Texas
Texas Press
James W. Glasscoe
Jean Glassom Mayo Cleveland Hallie Stillwell
Kay Steele
Callie Holt
Anna Lee Cook
Alpine Avalanche
Brewster County
Alpings Avalanche
No. 5Th St
Dial
Brewster
Jeff Davis
Presidio
Big Bend Park
A. J. Koenig
Alpine High School
Valentine
G. W. Roberts
Model Dairy
G. C. Smith & Son
Mrs. W. R. Cartledge
John Gallego
Marfa
Ritchey
John D. Young
E. H. Payne
Ford
J. J. Allen
Gil Nunes
David Wright
Wright
F. E. Gillett
Red Cross
Brame Hillyard
Eura Wilbur
Eura Phelps
Terlingua
F.D
PVE Ee
J. A. Roach, JR
Ft. Davis
Allied van Lines
States
Canadas
Sterling Silver
Reed & Barton, International Silver & Wallace
Holmes & Edwards
Reed & Barton, Wallace & International
Reed & Barton
Shepperd’s Jewelers
The
Little House of Silver
Valerie Shop
Mademoiselle Magazine
Avalanche
Valerie Fashion Shop
Plymouth
Car Life Magazine
CAR Life
Family Auto Magazine
Dell
Chrysler Corporation
U. S. Auto Club
Motor Trend Magazine
Motor Trend
U.S
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