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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1928

Page

6

May Day Luncheon Held by Fort Davis Young Pupils

Fort Davis news notes a May Day luncheon supervised by Minx Mabel Bloys for younger pupils. The event featured a queen selection with Huth Clark and Roe Miller named as royal attendants among attending guests Jennie Weatherby Salome Walker Lady Hird Fowlkes Edith Bari Louise Matthews Kawi Pete Brown Don Carlton McCutcheon Jack Dumas and BA Howards.

Jennie Weatherby Salome Walker Lady Hird Fowlkes Edith Bari Louise Matthews Kawi Pete Brown Don Carlton McCutcheon Jack Dumas BA Howards Minx Mabel Hloys Huth Clark Roe Miller

Political Announcements For Sheriff and County Judge

Political announcements authorize participation in the Democratic Primaries on July 28, 192%. FL SPROUL seeks re election for Sheriff and Tax Collector. County Judge seeks re election.

FL. Sproul Judy

Fortavis and Presidio Bus Line Proposal Mentioned

A state commission considers establishing a Fortavis and Presidio bus line. The letter to Judge Barnett omits residents' details and whether service will run daily or on another schedule.

Fortavis and Presidio I B. Black DHL Ike Je Barnett

Notice of Thanks to Friends and Public

We express gratitude to friends and the public for kindnesses shown during the recent time and for support to our husband and father. The family extends heartfelt appreciation and requests continued prayers and good wishes.

Jolly Affair Marks Annual High School Graduation

The annual commencement at Canyon featured Miss Dorothy Weatherby and Miss Doris Hall among graduates. A social gathering followed, with Jim Walker’s big truck convoying attendees to the event. The ceremony highlighted the year’s graduates and school affairs.

Canyon Dorothy Weatherby Doris Hall Jim Walker

April Thunder Forecast Across Davis Mountains

Observations attributed to Mr. Davis note that in April thunder occurs even without rain. He recalls a May 2 event with thunder, lightning, and some rain, linking the April pattern to sporadic spring weather in the Davis Mountains.

Davis Mountains Mr. Davis

Evening of Bridge Party and Winners Named

An evening bridge party was held Wednesday last week with two tables. Players included Miss Ruth Kapy, Miss Lena Terrill, Mrs Heat McCutehoom, Mrs W. C. Jones, Mrs won, Mrs FL Sprout, Jens and her husband. Mrs won won with honors. Refreshments followed.

Ruth Kapy Lena Terrill Heat McCutehoom W. C. Jones Won FL. Sprout Jens

GIVES PEACE PROGRAM Hailed By Study Club Members

The Study Club at Mrs Warren Ioys home Tuesday afternoon presented a GIVES PEACE program. Hosts Mrs Ioys and Mrs J were present along with several members including Mrs Bl Anderson and rs RL Irving. The event, described as among the year’s best, featured Miss Teving as the lead performer and was noted for its thoughtful content and organization.

Warren Loys Loys Hostensen Man Herby BL Anderson RL Irving Fo le Sproul Mabel Loys Walle Hole Teving

Club Hosts Plan Biennial Convention in San Antonio

Beau McCutcheon was chosen as club hostess for the Biennial Convention to be held in San Antonio. Mrs Bloys reported on the Davis Mountain Federation meeting at Fort Stockton on May 5 and, after the close, hostesses served strawberry cream and cake.

Hborhood Beau McCutcheon San Antonio

Democrats Hold Convention with Protests Over Party Pledge

Jeff Davie County delegates at the Democratic convention voted to oppose the party pledge requiring all debt to back nominees. Banton of Ine was elected delegate to the state convention at Beaumont on May 22, with unclear attendance plans. The county meeting, held at the court, featured six precinct committeemen and involvement from Kenneth Stewart, club president, in charges of work. Other notes include road work on Davis Alpine road, local residents' travels between Alpine and Whitney, and general community updates.

Jeff Davie Princts SB. Banton Ine Beaumont Bunton Cateman

Chamber Luncheon Detected at Hotel Limpia

A Chamber of Commerce luncheon is scheduled for next Tuesday at noon at the Hotel Limpia. County J will preside and townspeople are expected to attend.

Chamber of Commerce Limpia County J

Fort Davis Women Donate To Local Fund Meeting

Fort Davis women collected donations for the Sul Ross College students' loan fund at a Tuesday meeting. Attendees included Mesdaniel H Bird Hicks Gray Warren Boys W B Miller J W Kopy BH Carlton Mia Mabell Bloys and Miss Dorothy Weatherby.

S. A Fort Davis Sul Ross College Tis H. Bird Hicks Gray Warren Miller J. W. Kopy Carlton Mia Mabel Bloys Dorothy Weathby Fort Stockton

Accidental Gun Discharge Mutilates Sul Ross Worker

Relish department at Sul Ross reports a man severely injured when a high powered rifle discharged while he was cleaning it last Saturday evening. O'Connor was taken to Turney Hospital for treatment by Drs Marvin Turney and J E Wright, then returned home to Sul Ross cottages and is resting easy.

Sul Ross O'Connor Turney Hospital Marvin Turney J. E. Wright

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