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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1910
Page
3
Alpine residents report weather, crops, and business news. Frequent visitors include C F Cox of Longfellow and Judge O W Williams of Fort Stockton. Purchases announced include alfalfa, cane seed, and eggs. new hires and relocations noted at the county clerk's office and local firms.
T Jack Armstrong reports the Marathon rubber factory has closed amid rumors of failure and a receiver being sought. The Avalanche notes management troubles but expects an amicable arrangement so the plant may resume operation or run until shrub supplies are exhausted.
Sunday program at the Baptist church features Miss Ruth Weakley leading The Christian's Victories with questions by Clifton Ferguson and Miss Carrie Robison. Rev. E B Atwood offers the sermon The Christian is victorious over the world as all young people are invited.
Starr and Wattenbarger sold the Palace drug store to Walter Garnett who becomes the new proprietor. Garnett plans to employ a registered pharmacist by the first of the month and remains a familiar figure in the community. Starr and Wattenbarger will remain residents of Alpine.
County Commissioner H C Atchison presented a basket of plums described as among the finest in the United States for flavor and size. The fruit averages about five inches in circumference with a six and a half inch largest specimen. Atchison, a newcomer to Alpine, envisions its fruit-growing potential, while his ranch features an attractive orchard of apples and other varieties. The piece notes a forthcoming pumpkin or potato prize contest from W H Funk.
A telegram from Kansas City reports Roach and Stansell awarded the Orient grading contract for 25 miles north of Ft. Stockton with work to begin immediately.
Invitation extended by Mr. James Arthur for Knights of Pythias members and families to attend a barbecue at his ranch on July 4. Arthur’s hospitality is noted as sure to provide a good time for attendees.
Desirable rental property in Fort Worth seeks exchange for Western land. Address 16-30-31 L. Peake, 620 West 4th St., Fort Worth, Kanal.
The Mother's Club of Alpine will host a complimentary reception for teachers and students at the new school building tomorrow night. Only husbands of club members and those connected with the Normal are invited due to limited accommodation. A musical program is planned.
F L Wright visits Bee county on prospecting tour while J D Jackson gains authority to sell the old school building. Four new teachers elected at the school board meeting and a new principal anticipated. Various local updates include auto line growth, Far West weather impacts, bank examiner says Alpine State Bank is flourishing, and crop prospects bolster confidence.
A revival organized by the Methodist Church of this city will start Sunday morning in a large tent behind the church to accommodate crowds. Evangelist Rev. J. F. Hedgepeth from Artesia New Mexico will assist Mr. Allison. The event features a high quality musical program with Miss Rosa Brack of San Antonio expected to join the choir and Alpine residents invited to attend.
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