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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1910
Page
2
A brief note from the Alpine Texas post office mentions a rare incident of an avalanche affecting mail or operations. No injuries reported and services resume soon. The item reflects a small town curiosity in early 20th century reportage.
In Marathon Hess Brothers' store F O Lochausen shot and killed Edgar Reed after a long dispute over land matters and fence issues. Lochausen posted bail set at 5000 dollars. Reed was a Rio Grande resident, Lochausen a Brewster County cattleman.
This Avalanche item notes foreman Jas Lafarelle of Chisos Mining Company plans a 1000 foot shaft at Terlingua Brewster County. The work, now at 275 feet, aims to deepen the mine after more commutes of silver shipments to Alpine.
Miss Lillie White shines in Friday night play while Miles stocks Van Camp's canned goods. Sheriff Joe Bean of Terrell County mingles with friends as piano rentals appear at Rixon Piano. Thus, Dean returns from Valentine site work on a modern waterworks project. Alpine Hotel offers beds for visitors.
The Sunday night performance The Lord of Love and Light drew applause at the Alpine auditorium under H. T. Luthy. Alpine Choral Club members aided, churches represented, adding to the evening’s charm. Sheriff Walton rushed to Marathon after a Tuesday night tip about possible trouble, but the situation remained quiet and is expected to fade. Shoppers are reminded Measday & Co offers fresh oysters and fish each Tuesday.
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