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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1952
Page
2
In Fort Davis on Sunday morning Rev Mims spoke at First Methodist on democracy in action and the public school as its epitome. Rev Hendren preached on The Cross and Faith at Presbyterian services. High winds dominated the region last week with Mount Locke recording 72 mph.
A Fort Davis newspaper briefs readers on unsettled weather with wind estimates and rain, notes Mount Locke temperatures for March, and reports visits by Dr. Nancy Roman of Yerkes Observatory. It covers Red Cross fundraising activity led by Julian Hendren, Presbyterian Women’s Society activities, local arrivals, and Texas Independence Day remarks at the University. Public School Week activities are detailed with program highlights and speakers.
A report highlights a flood relief program stressing public school democracy and equal education for every child. C S Ivey of Crane led the closing prayer, with a March 11 program and social hour noted along with a Fort Davis Masonic Lodge attendance for Public School Week. Also, Southwestern Bell telephony increases rates in Fort Davis mark a second rise in 18 months after a prior 100 percent jump.
An ad notes a 12.4 percent increase and a 50 cent rise to 4.50 for individual line phones with business lines rising similarly. J W Merrill, Mrs R K Merrill and Mr and Mrs Tom Gray traveled to El Paso on Friday. Anderson P T A elected new officers including President Mrs Nick Najar and Treasurer Miss Virginia.
Doctor D A Hilton explains how spinal alignment affects longevity and health. Misalignment can cause back pain neuralgia anemia and indigestion. Chiropractic care aims to restore spine position and support natural healing, with his office at 108 N Cock Holland Avenue Tel 3683.
Delegates appointed to attend the El Paso convention on March 25 and 26 are Mrs. Martin Dominguez, Miss Virginia Najar, Mrs. Salome Elisalde, and Mrs. Fred Martin.
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