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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1952
Page
1
The piece describes an upcoming election sequence with a mayor and two commissioners facing likely low turnout, followed by a Saturday school board vote from four candidates. It notes voter registration urgency, discusses voter cards to wear when voting, warns about litter along a highway loop, and recalls Alpine’s history with Sul Ross College and community support through tough times.
Alpine voters will cast ballots next week for two Alpine Independent district trustees two city officials for mayor and commissioner and the school board posts. Candidates include Mayor J W Gillett Commissioner R W Peters and Dr D A Hilton with four trustees Chalmers Broadfoot and W C Allen Jr seeking re election and W J Bil Sohl and J B Holman running. Voting on Saturday at the chamber of commerce building North 3rd St. Also noted the 10 percent postage postcard surtax repeal effective March 22 and Hal Smith returning to the Navy after meteorology duty at Goodfellow Air Base Alpine folks urged strong turnout.
Alpine educators and civic leaders outline the Easter Seal drive from March 13 to Easter Sunday April 13. Local efforts by the Brewster County chapter report aid including wheelchair provisions, transportation funding for cerebral palsy cases, corrective shoes, and a $50 donation to help a heart patient reach emergency care, with ongoing outreach to revive hidden abilities of handicapped children.
San Angelo men Sammy Johnson age 25 and Paul Willing age 38 were released on bond after being charged in a cattle killing ring. Police say cattle and car tracks were the only leads guiding the Alpine investigation, with Sheriff Skinner and Ranger partner handling the case amid sparse clues.
The Newell Oil Co. held its annual banquet in Alpine at the Holland hotel ballroom on Tuesday evening March 25 with about 75 attendees including employees dealers and Gulf officials led by W. J. Newell. Gulf division guests from Houston presented plaques to three dealers for 12 to 15 years of service. dancing followed dinner and remarks highlighted Gulf Oil distribution in the area.
Choristers from Fike Nosealan will sing at Sut Ross college for the Methodists at 7:30 Sunday evening March 30. Under Litteton Scot they perform three choral pieces including Schubert’s Der Semnipotencer and Randallermpeon Mileula with Marian Pune eit ling and accompanist Lonel Gum.
Eugene Saltzman, previously jailed for assault on Justice Raymond Garnett and released to Pecos county officers, was given two four year sentences in Fort Stockton district court on his guilty plea for passing forged checks. The sentences run concurrently.
A service station at Gut Servcenter was burglarized last Saturday. Entry was forced through a door and a small amount of candy and a few items were taken. Police note minimal damage and no injuries.
The fourth annual Big League game in Alpine will attract a large crowd as grandstand seating sells out. The St. Louis Browns and Pittsburgh Pirates arrive Friday night on a special Southern Pacific train and stay until 10 p.m. The teams tour California and Texas playing five games in Alpine and other cities, with promotions director Jim Basford optimistic about future standings. Hornsby, a Hall of Fame member, has led teams to pennants recently, and Alpine has hosted this event since its inception with high attendance.
Frank Woodward reports Sul Ross State college track squad will attend the West Texas Relays in Odessa. The list of competitors includes Bingham, Roman, Walker, Yoakum, Colville, Parsons, Williams, Keller, Flaniken and more. Al Milch will coach the team as they travel from Alpine to Odessa Friday with events focusing on relays rather than individual sprints and field events.
Dr Hawkins, president of Sul Ross, plans resignation effective soon after a special meeting. The board will consider next steps and any interim arrangements as they review his tenure and future directives.
A Willoughby ranch incident left Benens operas of the Ben ix laundry on West Holland Avenue seriously injured when the horse fell on Tuesday. He sustained broken form and chest injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
At the 15th district convention of the Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers in El Paso this week, Mrs Wilmoth Matthews was elected to a vice president post. Also chosen for vice presidencies were Mrs J S Piterald of Fort Davis and Mrs Robert Burns of Marfa. Delegates heard state vice president Leon Price of Dallas in a key speech. The meetings resumed Wednesday with reports from all units being heard.
Alpine high school presents Confessional by Percival Wilde as the opener of the district one act contest. The tragedy centers on a bank embezzlement saga and a father's choice amid pressure for a payoff. Cast includes Baldwin, Lassiter, Eva Rae Smith, Yimmmie Richardson, and others. curtain 6:30 p.m. tonight with Valentine, Marathon, and Marfa high schools soon after.
Park Pictures to be shown Monday at Sul Ross auditorium as part of the 25th district Texan encampment events with Big Bend films by Peter Koch. Proceeds aid a chamber of commerce project to publicize Trans-Pecos. Alpine audience draws from neighboring towns. Koch, a veteran of colored films, notes Big Bend’s rich offerings and early filming predates its national park status.
Alpine High topped six of nine literary contests and earned three firsts in academics while securing six athletics wins in the Inter scholastic League meet held March 21 22. Standings show Alpine at 18 points with other schools trailing. Events include declamations one act plays and track with preliminaries Friday and finals Saturday afternoon. Proceeds from one act plays support meet expenses and judges.
Tax collector reports about 400 passenger cars in the county have not yet licenses for 1982. Through yesterday morning 960 plates were issued out of an estimated 1350 passenger cars. Next Monday closes the tag period at 5 p.m. for vehicles to be operated on state highways.
A homecoming program at Marfa High School honors Sept. J. B. Gregg, superintendent for 39 years, with a 12 noon program and 10 a.m. registration. Exes from across the state will attend to honor Mr and Mrs Gregg, while exes are urged to send contributions to Mrs. Yat Bwards by April.
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