Alpine Avalanche Local News and Society Notes
Brewster California edition in Tester County marks the fifty fifth year of publication. Local and state news aimed at upbuilding the Alpine and Levi mountains area appears in this society and correspondence column. Readers are asked to report any errors for correction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BOM Ner
Norana Pupusner A. Wedd
Bator Mansch Woo
Kaltor Bins
Alkire
Prt
Davie
Vada Stone
Brewster
Caumyr
Tester County
Alnae
Levis Mountains
Sposa
Plesse
Etl
Presidio
National Sunday School Week Promotes Wide Support
A weeklong drive urges national backing for Sunday School Week. The committee seeks presidential and gubernatorial cooperation, mayoral radio tributes, posters in cities, scouts aiding outreach, and corporate and ministerial participation to encourage child and parental engagement in Sunday school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Chambers of Commerce
Boy Scouts
Girl Scouts
Camp Fire Girls
Kaitos
Theory of Games and Economic Behavior in public policy
The article discusses the influence of Theory of Games and Economic Behavior by Van Neumann and Morgenstern on business and long-range planning. It cautions that planning alone cannot ensure prosperity and that unforeseen obstacles arise, urging leaders to learn from experience rather than trusting flawless methods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Economics
Fesors Mamed van Neumann
Peice Central
Evcey
Short-Sighted Economy Haunts Postwar Aircraft Policy
The sale recovered 7 312 088 dollars about 75 percent of cost provoking critics. January saw 29 American raft engines built for military planes, while surplus engines now power lines and 554 jets on order require 1566 engines. War Assets Corp expects 172 000 engines by June, risking a collapse of new propulsion tech. Critics warn that short sighted policy could leave the nation behind in aeronautical progress and defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Assets Corp
Kplas
Aviation Division
Surplus War Property Administration
Churchill voices warn of empire future and UNO limits
The speech depicts Churchill as a concerned Englishman wary of private interests and the risks of no binding military accord. It contrasts British and American aims with Russia and Britain, noting UNO's infancy and power struggles. A final anecdote about a silent husband closes the informal address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winston Churchill
Churchill
Britain
Weberg
Byrnes
Ross
New York
United States
UNO
America
Russia
Cannibal chief quizzed on missionary’s query and overdue spouse
A cannibal chief recounts a mission encounter as a new missionary asks about a predecessor. The dialogue shifts to a domestic inquiry about staying out late at the club, with a revealing line about a husband named Frank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Frank
Switchboard Mixup Sparks Caller Confusion at Public Line
After a struggle to reach a party, a wrong connection prompted yelling. The caller asked, Am I crazy or are you, while switchboard workers were instructed to stay calm and courteous with customers.
Farmer naturalization tale in West Texas rain wish
A West Texas farmer applying for naturalization answers questions on general conditions and the form of government. He affirms satisfaction with the country but humorously requests more rain as the judge probes the applicant’s views. The exchange captures light local flavor in a legal ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eny
Repeat Perform at the Restaurant Manager Showed Apology
A diner confronts a restaurant manager recalling a five year dining incident when he was refused service for nonpayment. The manager apologizes and the diner jokes about dining there again, ending with a light exchange about repeating the visit.
Easy on Spuds Potato Basket Cushions Bruising
A rubber manufacturer unveils a new mover covered potato basket that cushions potatoes against bruising when thrown into the receptacle, promising gentler handling and improved efficiency for handlers.
Brewster County court records notice from 1946
The document records a 1946 district court petition filed in Brewster County Texas by Eli Nations and wife Eliza against Fahey and others regarding lands. It notes filing date March 8 1946 and clerk J W Prazer with sheriff certificate. A separate item mentions an Ohio manufacturer posting employee photos and biographies to acquaint workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Ld District “Court of
Brewster Raine
Marah
Prt Iid Saads
Eli Nations
Eliza
Alpin Texas
Ald
J. W. Prazer
Brewster
Anu Tox
Gigreee Tera
Sheri
Er'cox
Towns U. 5 Bulwark Against Socialism Speech
Robert R. Wason, president of the National Association of Manufacturers, spoke in Ash tabula Ohio about home towns as the heart of resistance to socialism. He argued small cities with home ownership resist socialist influence and urged investing in government securities to curb inflation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Robert R. Wason
National Association of Manufacturers
Ashtabula
Ohio
Also Mentioned on This Page
Wieland
Wite
Hubby
Musta Boon In
West
Texas
Restauran
Smith Furniture Co
Henderson Radio and Typewriter
Rock of Ages
Memorial Arts M. & Asbell
Hi Paso
Tex
Alpine Cemetery
Verge Dallmen
Tohs
Mr. Wason
Succe
Wizard
Chevrolet
Plymouth
Ebult
Cartilar
Ord
Pope Bere Staller Savings
Wes Spree Maat State
Auto Partsi
Western Auto Associate
West Main Ave
H. J. McBride
Doctor of Motors
Alpine
A & Baal Bumne
Techaase Universal Joints
Thompson Products
Delco-Remy Products
Bonney Tools
Raybestos
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