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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1912
Page
3
Local and personal notes report Alpine 12 residents attending the Panhandle Stockmen's Association session in El Paso this week. Attendees include J W Rixon Fred Millard L G Kokernot S J McSpadden J P Wilson J R Holland Eugene Parr H L Kokernot and Mr and Mrs J B Irving.
L W Durrell plans to relinquish the Alph postmaster role as his term ends mid May. Several applicants are in consideration, with Mrs W C Easterling the only publicly noted candidate to date. The postmaster salary runs about $1200 yearly plus $300 for clerk hire.
G C Richard came home today after a long stay visiting East Texas cities. He has spent the duration on travel and rest following the Marathon event in the region.
In El Paso a strong opposition forms to a proposed amalgamation of the Panhandle Cattlemen’s Association with the Texas Cattle Raisers Association. It is believed the Panhandle group will not consent readily. The executive committee has met in session today with committee members and arriving delegates to consider consolidation.
White Leghorn chickens for sale comprising 18 young hens and a toaster. Listed by Mrs R S Mangum ite. The notice states sale of thoroughbreds though the phrasing is unclear and may mix unrelated items. Seeking buyers with interest in poultry and accessories.
The Retail Merchants Credit Association held its regular monthly meeting on a Tuesday afternoon. Officers reported flourishing affairs and election of Mrs F E Gillett J A Weyerts W D Measday Walter Garett and Clarance Hord without opposition. The secretary announced a four class rate sheet A B C D and that Alpine merchants all received ratings. Members praised results and expect fewer losses from selling to unreliable buyers. Monthly dues will be assessed by business volume but not exceed two dollars per month.
St Tocxton Pecos and nearby towns report plans to form baseball teams for the coming season. Alpine organizers urge locals to meet Saturday night to discuss forming a team and to pool local talent with a hired pitcher to rival Pecos Ft Stockton and other western Texas towns.
Henry Jasper, an Alpine restaurant worker, cut a fish last Saturday and found a diamond pin in its stomach. The pin, about a quarter carat, was initially thought to be a bone and is valued at around $40. The fish had been shipped from Corpus Christi.
Mr Slight an applicant and Alpines progressive businessman to be appointed by President Taft. Blight claims he is in the fight to win and will satisfy all patrons if appointed. The piece portrays Slight as highly esteemed and likely to garner broad approval among local supporters.
Miss Graham hosted the Bridge Club Wednesday afternoon at Mrs A J Edwards home. She served as hostess to the club and several invited guests were welcome. Mrs Edwards assisted in entertaining. Elaborate refreshments were served.
Saxpay Sunday school at 9 55 am preaching at 11 am and 7 45 pm Junior League at 2 30 pm Choir practice 3 pm Wednesday Missionary Society 4 pm on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays Prayer meeting at 7 45 pm Everyone is welcome Pastor H M Sarna directs the church activities
An advertisement announces the opening of Terry's Meat Market on Thursday March 14 offering choice meats and invites orders for custom cuts. It also promotes Ladies Pattern Hats for Spring and Summer with an Easter bonnet incentive, noting Mas. Water Gannery opposite the Christian church.
A brief report from a traveler praising the St Louis meeting of educators. The author commends the board of trustees and community for enabling the event, notes broad national attendance, and emphasizes practical classroom progress and improved school administration. The piece compares St Louis public schools to Alpine schools and calls for continued community cooperation.
Patient sympathy is offered in our continued effort to move rapidly onward and upward. The work of making our school second to none is emphasized, with cordial regards from Gro. W. Paak, Superintendent.
B H King of Ft Mead Florida recently returned from Marfa after visiting friends J J Singleton and P Chief of Charleston. Mounted Inspectors Curtin and Hauser and Deputy Marshal Matthews left for Marfa with two prisoners for smuggling. Hy Keney of El Oro and Mrs Price Cross of Dallas visited local residents and Dr J P Ice plans to resume practice. Wheat and oat crops advance while corn is being planted.
The latest developments in the Mexican revolution show serious prospects for trouble with the United States. Orosco has deserted Madero and joined the revolutionists with 3,000 men heading toward Chihuahua. The United States government considers the situation grave enough to send additional troops next week.
Notice to Members verbatim: All members of the moptist wadies Aid Society are re yested to meet next Wednes day afternoon at 4 o'clock as business of importance is to be transacted. It also pays to put in order for seal and wood to come out of car of ordered from Caldwell. Try it A one h. p. gasolne engine that will take the place of a so-ft windmill. Alpine Hardware Co. List your real esters and live stock with McGaughyf you want it sold.
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