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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1944
Page
6
Fort Davis residents see varied notices from property listings and rentals to a serious burn incident involving Pred Granado and Alfredo Grando Jr. The community gathers for a multi-denominational Bible school led by C G Matthews with assistants. Local families visit, travel and recover while church activities emphasize Christian fellowship beyond race and nationality.
In Mexia a local salvage drive prompts citizens to turn in fat for the cause. The story notes a committee urging participation and mentions a 250‑pound meat market incident as the catalyst, with community members invited to support the effort.
A reflective piece recalls Hernandez family grandmothers, their roles, and how aging women in Texas communities shaped daily life. It contrasts old grandmas with modern counterparts, noting knitting, caregiving, and social shifts while honoring the enduring influence of elder women.
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