Pecos Oil Fields Reports One Flowing Well
Pecos oil fields show a single flowing well with 50 wells contracted for the field. Test results indicate gasoline content around nine percent and high quality crude. The report mentions travel by H F Anthony editor and a group from Alpine and Marathon visiting, noting roads and driving times.
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Pecos
Erserial
Ndge
Alpin
H.F. Anthony
Herschal
Joe Hord
Anthony
J. F. Sutt
Q. Mills
Shirley Seales
Sug Carter
Rechtel Wells Melntyre
Anja Wilson
Alpine
Veron Melntyre
Marathon
Obituary for Eddie Wade from Alpine Texas
Eddie Lee Wade born in Missouri fifty years ago died of small pox in Alpine Texas on March 7 1920 at age eighteen years after moving to Alpine seven years ago. He married Miss Elia Bumgardner twenty five years ago and had two children. A devoted Christian and loving father, he was a peaceful citizen and loyal husband. He is mourned by his family relatives and many friends. The Avalanche thanks Alpine people for kindness shown during this bereavement. Mrs BL Wade and sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Lee Wade
Missouri
District Convention to Be Held in El Paso This Month
The Texas C. F. Union district convention meets in El Paso on the last Friday and two following days of March. Delegates from Alpine and nearby towns will attend. Speakers include W. Roy Brey, Miss Jen Sutts, and Mr. Hamilton, representing the CE World. Afterward allies may meet in Valentine or Fort Stockton. Additional notices will follow next week.
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Wes
Texas C. F . Union
el Paso
Lane
Marels
Delega Manning
Matt Davis
Strongs
Valentine
Stockton Wis
Alpine
W. Roy Brey
Texas C. E
Southwearn Union
Jen Sutts
Maine
Hamilton
Field
Fort Stockton
Aitho
Missionary Notes Meeting At Mrs Van Sickle Home
The W M S held its regular monthly meeting March 8 1920 at Mrs W Van Sickle s home. Mrs assisted by Mes conducted a short labor report. Sickle was elected President and Mrs Moyer corresponding secretary. A delicious salad course was served. The society now meets first second and third Mondays to aid attendance. Bible study urged and subscription to Missionary Voice offered through Mrs Ed Davidson. The business meeting March 16 was the liveliest of the year with about pers present and lively plans for a barrel fund drive to start soon.
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W. M.S
W. van Sickle
Mes
Sickle
Moyer
Ed Davidson
Little Elinor Bennett Passes Away
Elinor Bennett two years old and daughter of Mr and Mrs J Bennett died early yesterday after severe burns suffered last week Funeral services were held in the evening and the obituary will be printed next week in the Avalanche
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Elinor Bennett
Empire Theatre Friday Night Showings Highlight District Future
A fragmented notice describes Empire Theatre slide presentations on screen and a past year showing at the Panoche Catiforia venue. It emphasizes audience familiarity and views the project as a key future enterprise for the district.
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the Empire
Panoche Catiforia
Ib Welleee
Church Notices at Sint James and Presbyterian Churches
AT THE CHURCHES in Sint James Episcopal Church Sunday School meets each Sunday at 10 at Mes nir Gillett's home. Services Monday evening at 7 at the Presbyterian church. All welcome. Rev. CS McClellan, E B D tor.
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Sint James’ Episcopal
Christian Church Service Notes
The item notes a Christian Church schedule with a Bible school at 10 a.m a communion service and sermon led by a layman. The fragment indicates typical Sunday worship activities in a concise church bulletin style.
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Bible School
Presbyterian Church Services Next Sunday
The Presbyterian Church invites all to attend rear services next Sunday in morning and night. Morning worship at 11:00 and Sunday School at 10:00. A cordial welcome to all from Pastor J. J. Reemtenin.
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J. J. Reemtenin
Methodist Church School and Evening Services Schedule
The Epworth League gathers at 6 p.m. with preaching at 7 p.m. Converts will be received at the hour. The second quarterly meeting will be held Monday evening preceded by a sermon by our Campbell. Pastor J. H. Walker invites all to attend. Ronnie McSpadden is contact. Christian Grace to Mae Hancock. Announcements follow.
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Epworth League
Campbell
Couch
J. H. Walker
Ronnie McSpadden
Mae Hancock
Endeavor Program Subject Courtesy Leaders and Topics
In a Norfolk area notice, Rev Reemtsmia presents The Bible as a course. Myrtle Scoggins and Clarice Cott lead discussions on parsnips and partridges. J B Worthington of Marathon transacted business in Al Vine on Wednesday.
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Reemtsmia
Myrtle Scoggins
Clarice Cott - Ronnie
J.B. Worthington
Marathon
Alvine
Alpine telegraph chief resigns to run Marathon exchange
Henry Lacy, longtime Pecos and Bi Canyon Telephone manager at Alpine, resigns effective April 1 to take over Marathon Exchange. He will relocate with his wife and devote two weeks to preparing the Marathon office, promising a first class operation. Alpine mourns the loss as Marathon gains a capable leader.
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Henry Lacy
Pecos and
Biande Telephone Company
Alpine
Lacy
Pine Exchange
Marathon
Mr. Lacy
First National Bank Alpine Texas 1920 Financials
Bank statement summary for First National Bank at Alpine Texas dated 28h 1920 shows resources total 600 091 01 with loans and discounts 290 208 76 and stock and bonds including U S bonds 39 586 35 and cash and sight exchange 192 453 94. Capital stock 73 090 00 surplus 36 329 73 circulation 75 000 00 deposits 413 761 28. Signed by cashier G W Baines Jr March 1 1920 before notary J F Luton.
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Alpine
Texas
Lowe of Business Op Fey
E. Ate Cirelation
U.S
Tivift Samape
W.S
Federal Reserve Bank
Cash & Sight Exchange
Liabelu Ches
Capital
Brewster
G.W. Baines, Jr
Aboe
GW. Baines, Jr
J. F.luton
Novary Public
A.A. Muray
A. Brown
W. BW. Havcock Directo
Ratcliffe Chataquua at Marathon in 1920
The good people of Marathon will host Rateliffe Chatanga from Washington, D. C. on May 22 23 or 24 1920 for a three day attraction. Printing jobs available promptly at the Avalanche office.
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Marathon
Rateliffe Chatanga
Washington, D. C
Avalanche
Criminal docket notes and civil judgments from Marfa court
State of Texas cases 329 pled guilty to carrying pistol with a $100 fine. Cases 330 to 332 pleaded to gaming with $10 fines each. Civil suits Eugene Parr vs G H and S Ry Co awarded $171 to plaintiff plus fees. Morgan vs J W Rixon awarded $5500 to plaintiff plus costs. C R Sutton, Marfa attorney, attended County Court meeting.
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State of Tesas
State of Tease
Eugene Parr
E. Torney
TLL. Morgan
J. W. Rixon
Smiths Move to Alpine Welcome From Sul Ross Staff
Mr and Mrs Victor J Smith have moved to Alpine arriving Sunday and residing in the Hofer house north of Mr Gilletts. Mr Smith will serve as Manual Training Teacher for Sul Ross Normal. The Avalanche extends a hearty welcome to the new Alpine residents.
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Victor J. Smith Oy
Angelo
Hofer
Backman-Tinsch Wild Animal Shows Promises Novel Outdoor Attraction
Outdoor tented amusements bring the Backman-Tinsch Wild Animal Shows to West Texas towns including Alpine Marathon and Marfa for a one day event. The enterprise, known in large cities, offers a thrill filled program with a skilled lion act, safe pony rides for children, and attractions designed for families.
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Atlask West
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Clarence Hord
Alpine Lumber Co
Marfa
Casner Motor CO
Marfa J. E. Casner
Mer
Thomas A. Edison
Edison
Paul Q. Mills, Jeweler
the Alpine Publishing Co., Inc
J.D. Jackson
Jim P CW. Livingston
R. Bentley
W. T. Henderson
iWon
E. J. Moyer
Alpin Ma
Ted
Cargile
Townsend
John D. Young W.slease
M. T. Chastian
Wade
John Gt
Peotiet Church
Ha. m
Christian Church
Presbyterian Church
N Endeavor
Jo Fl ‘Ong
la Funk
THE
Marathon Telephone Exchange
First National Bank
Evita Ms
Vanco
Selim Pd
Wai
Iene
Eatars
Cbs Orombak Tan
Waa
Ratcliffe
Chatauqua
Maraton
C. R. Sutton
Ford
West Texas Motor Co
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