This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1927
Page
3
Baptist Church schedules Sunday school at 9 45 with H E Allen as superintendent. There will be no preaching service at eleven due to attending the service at the first church where the Baccalaureate program continues.
A sermon will be delivered and Baptism administered at St James Episcopal. The church holds Sunday service at 11 and 7:30 PM except first Sunday 11. The Church of Christ meets at Courthouse Sunday 10 AM for Bible study and communion with midweek prayers Tuesday. Catholic services in the southern town portion led by Rev Gregorio Flander include 8:30 AM Mass English, 10:00 AM Spanish sermon, 2:00 PM Sunday School, 2:00 PM Evening Prayers, and weekday Holy Masses at 7:00 PM. All sincere non-Catholics welcome.
Rev. Aaren Sparks pastor of the Gran Baptist Church returned yesterday morning from El Paso where he held a revival. The meeting ended sooner than planned due to the death of the pastor Rev. Cole's grandchild. Sparks reports a very successful revival despite unfavorable weather.
Mrs John Perry of Sweetwater was chosen president of the Sixth District Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs at the closing session. Mrs Greenleaf Fisk of Abilene was named first vice president and Mrs C E Mead of Mart was elected second vice president. A secretary and treasurer will be appointed by the new president. The convention adjourned without naming a host city for next year’s meeting.
J T Bennett and Miss Lucille Pierson, both of Haymond, wed Monday evening with Rev Gregorio Fernandez officiating. The Ava lanche notes congratulations and best wishes for the couple. An Alpine community event recap follows with club reports, picnic plans, and social gathering highlights.
The C M T C offers camps across the United States to develop mind and body through open recreation. Supervised by trained experts, activities include swimming, running, jumping, riding, and various sports to provide healthy, supervised summer fun. Contact the County Chairman of the M T C Association to learn more.
Alpine Independent school district members Gillett, Baines, and Sandifer were re elected to the board. The election occurred Saturday in the county judge's office with presiding officials Ars E E Townsend W W J Kin and Frank Mikeor present.
Herzog Galleries showcase Elizabeth Keefer etchings, praised by Edouard Leon as versatile and worthy. The Houston exhibit aims to bring more of her work, with galleries noting her progress from Chicago study to collaboration with Joseph Pennell and rising status in Paris and New York exhibitions.
A Treasury Department notice dated May 9, 192 is addressed to all holders of Second Liberty Loan bonds. The document, signed by Secretary A. W. Mellon, communicates official guidance or action related to the bond program.
Alpine residents and West Texas travelers are invited to use Hotel Orndorff as a headquarters while in El Paso. The hotel offers outside rooms with bath, with rates from $2.50 and up. Cortes Shop Spanish Restaurant barber shop and beauty shop are connected.
Burt Orndorff named managing director at The House of the Blue Windows R. Organization emphasizes leadership role and upcoming initiatives within the firm.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.