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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1946
Page
1
An unnamed Alpine columnist explains Spanish word usage and defends local cemetery practices. He cites Melvin Slover, discusses monuments sales under Cemetery Association, notes commissions totaling 1438 over five years, and praises keeping business local. Two readers, Pfe. Graham Bogel and Mrs. H. M. Doole, are mentioned with updates.
Lloyd P Bloodworth CC manager returned from a thousand mile West Texas New Mexico trip noting Alpine must build many houses to grow. He cites demand from retirees and explains local letters seeking housing, urges a united building program. He reports volcanic pumice blocks used in Albuquerque and says NM Mines Bureau endorses the material as durable and economical. He calls for action to avoid losing growth to other towns and hints continued discussion on the last page.
Brewster County Judge Slight announces on Monday he will not seek another term. He has served seven terms totaling 14 years, citing difficult times, war pressures, and a cash, well funded county. He praises the commissioners for their cooperation and credit for the county’s financial footing.
Campaign committees are named for Brewster county with Dr. B F Berkeley as county chair. The county quota is 4000 dollars and aims to start the drive before the end of next week. Felix McGaughy enters the race for Brewster county judge after a career in law enforcement, city service, and World War I. a formal statement will follow.
The Baptists at a district meeting elected Rev R L Wittner as missionary of District 7 succeeding J A Kidd who served for 18 years. A conference will be called by leadership soon to organize support and plan.
Lanett Ritter Motors is announced as DeSoto Plymouth dealers in DeSoto-Plymouth dealership plans. Ray LaBeff, recently discharged from the Army Air Forces, and Dan Ritter formed the new firm. East Main avenue building remodeled to host showroom parts and service while the Alpine Wool Mohair Co continues at the same site with Ritter in charge of the wool and mohair business.
Fort Stockton based Pioneer reports Dallas firm Uvalde Construction Co won the contract to build a 22 mile segment of US Highway 67 from the Santa Fe line north to US 290 near Fort Stockton. The bid dropped from 408000 to about 380000 after fencing work was removed. land fencing to be awarded separately. Preparations by C F Horton and A J Pope were under way in Fort Stockton. Work on the long unpaved stretch from Presidio border to Texas Kansas line is expected soon.
Fort Davis Feb 27 A Balmorhea youth is jailed in Jeff Davis County on a murder charge in the death of Julian Natividad. He was held for district court under 1500 bail, not immediately furnished. Valadez allegedly signed a statement admitting involvement in a dance gathering where Natividad was stabbed near the W. W. McCutcheon ranch before dying in Balmorhea. Sheriff investigators reported the death on Sunday.
Big Bend Wool and Mohair Co reports 370000 pounds of last spring and fall wool sold in recent days. About 0 carloads remain in storage at the warehouse here and will be moved out promptly to make room for the new spring clip.
The AHS junior class will present Brother Goose a three in one comedy next Tuesday night at 8 in the high school auditorium. It follows a young architect his girl crazy younger brother and his football playing sister. The Silver City run required a repeat performance. Admission is 25 cents for students and 40 cents for adults.
Worn on the baseball park at the edge of town is progressing though delays in securing materials for the fence. The north fence is nearly finished and workers are building the grandstand. When done it will be one of the most modern ballparks in West Texas says C. West, manager of the local team. New uniforms and equipment have arrived and workouts will begin soon. Plans for a Class D League in the area remain under consideration amid growing interest.
The February district court term resumes after recess with non jury cases up for disposition. Danasio Bocanegra charged with murder in the death of Cir iaco Flores at Marathon last Sept 17 is set for trial Monday. Blas Rangel also set for trial as an assessing party in the same case.
Alpine hosts the second annual 4H FFA livestock show with grand champion calf shown by Joe Gallego Jr and grand champion lamb by Alvaro Ramos. Lamb sold for 325 per pound to First National Bank. Kokernot bought back and re-donated items. Proceeds aid trips to San Angelo Fort Worth and El Paso shows. Tommy Gilbreath, five, ill in hospital with pneumonia.
The Red Cross must sustain morale for occupation forces by providing comfort, relaxation, entertainment, and a link to home for the men overseas. It should assist veterans dealing with peace challenges with counsel and aid, help communities in disasters and health, and aid hungry civilians abroad as well as Americans at home. Your contribution to this year’s Red Cross Campaign will be vital to building peace in America and worldwide.
An army recruiting team led by Lt Amal S Kay M Sgt HM Walker and Pfc M Winters will be at the post office or chamber of commerce here March 7 8. They will interview interested persons for enlistment from 8 to 1 30 daily during their stay.
Alpine plans a city election on April 2 to select mayor and two commissioners for a two year term. Incumbents EB Starns GW Baines and Clay Holland announced plans to seek re election. No other candidates had filed by yesterday though filings close ten days before election. John Young named presiding judge with CD Wood and clerks Linnie Le York and Mrs Irury Davis assisting.
A brief note urges readers to buy and hold U.S. Savings Bonds for personal security. It emphasizes long term savings and stability without detailing any investment strategy or market data.
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