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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1933
Page
1
A news dispatch reports an invasion of rabid coyotes expanding into the southeast corner of New Mexico. A humorous incident in Midland country involved a cowpuncher who, in a nightgown, found a coyote attacking sheep. he retrieved his gun, the coyote tore his nightshirt, and it was killed next morning. About 28 sheep were bitten, one fatally suspected of rabies.
A coyote rampaged through Alpine Monday night in the Mexican section, biting several people and dogs before being killed about 2 a.m. The animal first appeared at Dr. D. D. McMurry’s home, where it attacked the doctor’s dog. shots later driven by residents failed to stop it until it was killed. The head was sent to Austin for rabies testing, which later confirmed the animal carried rabies.
The Presidio Journal notes students from Port Brockton arc 40 miles from school with 7 am starts and 80 mile returns in hot autos. Pecos Enterprise mocks readers who chase headlines, while Fort Stockton Pioneer details Holland Hotel operators taking charge at Port Stockton in April. A Big Bend rancher laments crowding, and Pecos citizens seek lower utilities with a proposed 15 to 35 percent cut, totaling about $10 000 annually.
A sacred concert by the combined choirs of the Methodist churches of Marfa and Alpine will be presented at the M E Church Sunday evening at 7 45. Directed by Frances Mitchell of Sul Ross, with accompanists Mrs Harry Flickinger Mrs R Mitchell and Miss Ethel Skevington. The program includes The Churchs One Foundation Abide With Me Consider and Hear Me Holy Holy Cry and other hymns and spirituals.
Officers reelected at the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association annual meeting in Fort Worth. J D Jackson Alpine named on land and tax committee, H J Kokernot San Antonio Alpine named to federal loan agency reorganization. Banks in Alpine opened under Federal Reserve rules. Fort Davis State Bank also resumed normal operations with cautious optimism. Deposits and cash flow showed improvement as confidence returns to banking nationwide.
Hugh Swift, 26, son of Mr and Mrs A Swift former Alpine residents, died after an auto overturned north of Uvalde when a wheel collapsed on a curve. His brother Jack was seriously injured. Swift is survived by his widow a young son his parents six brothers and a sister.
City officials report a large number of stray dogs running loose and threatening public safety. A ordinance sets a daily fee of three dollars for female dogs and arms enforcement to muzzle and impound or kill dogs failing to comply by the stated deadline.
Funeral services for J. D. Boyd, aged Alpine man who died last Thursday, were held at Livingston Undertaking company parlor Friday afternoon after the arrival of his nephew M B Cunningham of Fort Worth on the Santa Fe motor train. Rev David J Murray, Presbyterian pastor, presided. Interment was in Bin Grove cemetery.
Deacon Worthington, longtime Brewster rancher familiar to county residents, died at his home in Saraton after years of illness. He and two sons operated a ranch in the Agon Pee country. Funeral services were held at Worthington's home with Rev. G ak officiating and burial in Em Grove Cemetery. Citizens from across the county attended.
The trial of Jimmy Palmer for the slaying of Sheriff Lee Sproul is set for Monday before Judge C. R. Sutton in Fort Stockton. Witnesses from here and many friends and relatives of the slain man are expected to attend.
Alpine High School announced its honor roll this week under Superintendent D. M. Major. Eighth graders Lucille Anderson Bulger Major and Carol Salisbury made the list along with ninth graders Richard Lewis Julia Gentry Thelma Ferris Merle Bennett. Tenth graders Dorothy Burnham Jane Boudreaux and seniors Marguerite Geales Paul Forchheimer Alexander Major Alene Martin Dorothy Ann Perkins earned A grades.
The Houston Chronicle applauds the Texas Senate for not eliminating eight state teachers colleges and urges a careful, phased approach to any broader higher education reorganization. It notes the colleges’ value, cites public sentiment limits, and calls for more time and hearings before sweeping changes.
Nine district schools Crane El Paso Iraan McCamey Marfa Odessa Pecos Rankin Toyah compete in a daylong event at Sul Ross College auditorium with performances at 10 am 2 pm and 8 pm. Admission 15 cents children 25 cents adults. R O Martin Toyah school superintendent is district director.
Mexican officers recovered part of the loot from the Sublets store on the Rio Grande bank in south Brewster County. Shoes dress materials and other items were found hidden in a cave on the Mexican side about 30 miles below the Sublett farm. Three Mexican boys were arrested but released for lack of evidence. About 300 to 400 dollars worth of merchandise was taken.
The home of M. W. Wiser, Comfort Point Service manager, was entered Saturday night. A watch and about $10 in cash were taken after a back door panel was cut and the latch released. Police dog appeared struck. Mr. and Mrs. Wiser were at the police station when the burglary was reported. No arrests yet.
J B Carr a longtime trail driver and Alpine resident died at his West Alpine home after a several day illness. Born March 29 1860 in Parker County Texas he spent years on cattle trails across Nebraska Texas and the Northwest before settling near Seymour. Survived by his widow and eight children five of whom were at his bedside.
Fort Davis reports that R. F. C. funds totaling 1400 have been allotted to Jeff Davis county for March. The government previously approved this amount in January and February, and officials say substantial benefits have been achieved from the aid.
Wilnam Meyay, a Van Horn High School student, qualified for the Culver Military Academy scholarship. He will take the preliminary exam next Saturday March 18. Alpine Junior High School's J J Durham, principal, will be in charge.
The Alpine city commission approved an emergency ordinance prohibiting running at large of all dogs and cats for three months. All pets must be rabies vaccinated annually, with vaccination records and veterinarian services provided. Officials estimated the inoculation cost at about 81.
Dr Frank P Matthews of the Department of Agriculture warns against hasty killing of dogs after dog bites, urging a three to four week confinement for observation to distinguish rabies from fear or misdiagnosis, noting delayed onset can mislead owners and authorities.
An ordinance tightening dog licensing and muzzling follows recent bites by a mad coyote this week. Officials warn of a potential rabies outbreak among people and animals and consider cattle quarantine if spread continues. Mad coyotes have been reported across West Texas and southeastern New Mexico as the U S Biological Survey campaigns extermination in affected areas.
The regular Parent-Teacher Association meeting will be held at Junior high school building Monday at 3 20 p m Mrs R A Whiteside will lead on the subject What the Community Owes the Child A good attendance is urged.
The Internationals, a leading Mexican baseball team, have begun practice and expect to start the season within one or two weeks weather permitting. The squad comprises top Mexican players from the town and went 26 of 30 last year, facing strong regional clubs including New Mexico teams. Mario Hernandez is the team manager.
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