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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1927
Page
2
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Mrs. Mattie Martha Mites Chambers, longtime Brewster County resident and former manager of the Chambers Hotel, died Friday night May 6 at her home. Born in Refugio County she moved to Brewster in 1884 and left a large family including kept kin in El Paso, Camtillo, Marathon, Tucson, and Florida. Funeral services were held Friday at 6pm from the residence, led by Rev. S. F. Marsh, with burial in Marathon cemetery.
Doyle Worsham hosted a dinner party at the Gage Hotel on Wednesday with guests including Professor Brannon, Phillip Worthington, and Fidon McGonagll. The gathering reflected a private social occasion among local residents and intellectuals.
The Economes class under Miss Lucille Morrow entertained Marathon School Trustees on Friday to discuss the school building. Attendees included Hourland, Stuckey, Dickson, Miller, Arnold, J. Brannon, and Nelon. A delicious dinner was served, marking the first year of this teaching.
Senior Day details incomplete with names such as Vonnie Shoemake Adrian Hranne Ned Moorefield Velma Parke Lp Worthington Oran Pullan and Ned McKinney. OCR errors obscure event and outcome. No clear date or location available.
A partial clipping notes a study on local road upgrades and school district changes. Residents and officials, including parents and teachers, weighed potential impacts on traffic safety, bus routes, and funding. Further details remain unclear in the fragment.
Native vines will be planted along the town perimeter to enhance scenery. The project aims to boost town beauty and honor a recently successful term by incorporating ornamental branding into public spaces.
Mrs W D Burcham headed the Bridge Club gathering Monday with an engaging round of games. High score was earned by Mes LF Buttrill while members present included Roy Stillwell W T Burnam A C Spalding Jt W Arnold JC Ritebey and guest Mes A McGonagill.
The Chambers family expresses sincere thanks to friends for flowers and support after the passing of Mrs. J. M. Chambers. May God’s blessing rest upon each of you.
The Iris Sunday School class led by Mrs. J. Brannon entertained the boys with a swimming party Monday evening at Fort Payne. An appetizing feast followed with chaperones including Mr. and Mrs. Brannon, Mrs. Earl Young, and Mr. B. Nelson.
The bridge party at a Park home featured Mrs A C Ing as charming hostess with many friends. Mrs L F Butteill scored high and Mrs J A McGonagill received a prize. Tea with cake and punch followed while attendees included Mesdany R Chas Barnam Henry Lacey Gourley Roy Laas James Arnold and others. The Study Club Parent Teacher group hosted an afternoon meeting at Mrs G W Worthingtons home with Mrs BL Hunter becoming a new member.
A Baptist Missionary Society session described a church event with emphasis on evening activities and a key speaker. The report notes church priorities, missionary support, and planned outreach efforts.
Senior couple Mr and Mrs B J Trannon entertained seniors Wednesday evening with a swimming party at Fort Payne. Guests included Mrs Roy Stillwell and family and Mr and Mrs John Perkins of Alpine. Mrs W H Lemons and son Francis and Mrs Will Lemons of Sanderson visited their mother Sunday. Rev S F Marsh of Marfa preached at the Baptist church. Miss Mildred Roberts of Alpine visited her parents.
Model Tailors Alpine Texas and Geo Dascomb with family plan to visit sister Mea in Los Angeles. RW Arnold clan joins Mr and Mrs J A McGonagitt for dinner with guests from Clint and El Paso. Sul Ross students attended by George Shely and family returning from New Mexico. Misses Simpson Martin and Mrs Otto Lockhausen head to Tucson for two week vacation visiting Mrs Palmer. W T Burnam owners of four Chevrolet cars. Out of town relatives attended funeral of Mrs J M Chambers including Miles family from Fort Davis and El Paso. Earl Pierson of Sanderson attended funeral. Mrs Joe Starr and mother Mrs Joe Granger head to Temple for medical care.
The Mord & Williams grocery store opened for business Monday in a recently completed building by Mr. Hord on Sixth Street. Fixtures are still arriving, but the interior presents a promising start for the new venture.
Clean and neat appearance and fixtures have been installed. This district will boast one of the most modern grocery stores as both Mr Hord and Mr Williams bring veteran experience to the venture. The new stores promise up-to-date fixtures and a fresh shopping environment.
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