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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1931
Page
4
In the Rainbow mines quicksilver ore tunnels were jolted as a quake sent small forks tumbling to tunnel bottoms. Lasting about three seconds, the tremor was believed to run east to west and shake Alpine area towns, though no major damage was reported.
Mrs Dodson, mother of six, survives with two daughters Ra Dodson and Mrs Clemmie Easter Wing of Alpine. Her husband died about 45 years ago when the children were small. She had many great grandchildren.
Perkins notes that a rise in football interest at Alpine High has increased enrollment from 160 to 1625 participants over eight years. The program boosted local employment, with $7,200 in athlete salaries and $11,520 in jobs for residents, while 48 players came from outside and 34 moved to Alpine. A plan to reward standout players and recruit more talent is discussed.
Pete Funk, driving ace of the Scarlet and Gray netters, won his singles match as the A.C. team boasted a strong season and a victory over TC U’s net men. The article notes travel and funding by players and supporters for trips to Den ton for a conference meet, plus a daylong event for youngsters with a busy results section detailing numerous age-group races and a special events program.
Rain eased on Alpine roads after heavy showers, with minor flooding in El Paso valley. Ranchers report cattle and sheep improving fatness and condition as grass greens. Local notices mention sale events and farm services as weather-related preparations continue through mid April.
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