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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1926
Page
4
Local editor and advertising manager credit fragment lists Moor Manager Alto and D M Bennett with year details missing. The readable text provides no clear event, date, or outcome to summarize into a full card.
Alpine officials, led by seven commissioners, move to curb traveling carnivals and tents. An ordinance bans exhibitions within 100 feet of residences schools or businesses, effectively restricting where such shows can pitch tents and operate. The measure aims to curb perceived moral issues and noise while preserving community welfare and order.
Researchers from the Experiment Station and Live Stock Sanitary Commission of Fort Worth, with County Agent and ARS, along with Dr B A Hofman, have examined cattle losses in the area. The study covers about one hundred tons of stock in the region, though findings are not yet available.
Officials report a number of cattle sick amid claims poison weed caused the illness. A thorough investigation of these wild plants will be conducted. Some stock have suffered from eating too.
A carnival and rodeo arrive in town this week drawing large nightly crowds. The show features a rodeo string including a few vicious miniature mules and bulls known for throwing riders and attracting attention.
Mrs Scales entertains the Bridge club at her home on Wednesday at 3 o clock. Mrs Newell made high score and Mrs Zeb Deck second. Cranberry tea cake sandwiches and ice tea were served. Attending were Mesdames Burges Anderson Wood Nislett Newell Watson Holland Terry McCool Waldron Deele and Shirley Seaton.
Several members of the Alpine Noy Scout troop depart Monday for a week long camping trip on Devil's River near Del Rio. Scoutmaster A F Robinson leads the group, with plans calling for as many troop members as can attend.
Fort Worth firm Kassel & Co launches a six month statewide ad drive for Tanglefoot Fly Spray, spanning 46 Texas papers from May 14 to Nov 4. Ads promote Tanglefoot insecticides with Alpine usage noted and Avalanche selected to reach El Paso to San Antonio. Nearby papers include San Angelo Standard as the north anchor. Dinner Bridge Party details follow with Mrs. Burton hosting and high scores listed.
Fishermen must obtain a permit from the Fort Stockton secretary treasurer before fishing or hunting at Bee man Lake. Permits cost $1.00 per person per day and no one may take more than 10 fish on leaving the lake. Lakekeeper permits at $2.00 per person per day. All holders must register on arrival and departure. Fort Stockton Country Club H. Bata, Secretary-Treasurer.
The notice lists Catholic services at 10:00 a.m. with Holy Mass and the Gospel in English, a second Mass and Spanish service, plus practical Christ ing Bible teachings and lay prayers. It invites sincere non Catholics to attend.
A society page piece notes a garden party bloom with flowers and conversation. A birth is recorded for a couple on Pierce Street. The rest is a collage of miscellaneous jokes and clipped anecdotes from various papers, including a quip about manners and a classroom roll call.
The Avalanche reports 900 copies printed with subscribers across many states and abroad. New paid renewals include G. C. Pitney Neodosha Kansas and H B Bagley Los Angeles. El Paso teachers plan to visit Sul Ross in summer led by Minnie Blackman and Miles, bringing many El Paso instructors to the hill country.
For office subject to action of Democratic primaries on July 24 1926 the slate includes County Clerk Mamie Leale Jn Nevill Frank Cross Gula Burke Donnell. Sheriff and Tax Collector W N Gourley re-election. County Judge James A Burke re-election. Tax Assessor J W Phelps. Commissioners Precinct 1 Clarence Hord re-election and A F Robinson. Precinct 2 A Anderson Beverly Greeny F L Clark Dave Pearce. Precinct 3 Jenas P Decie Marathon D C Bourland W G Gulihur B H Moorefield L F Buttrill W Shackelfos. Precinct 4 W D Burcham Sam R Nail A Adams J W Potter.
Mrs Bess Thain will present a recital night at the high school auditorium featuring music students perfor med by Mrs Thain and including dance numbers and readings. The program will also include a physical instruction segment and a light exchange about direct current in a playful exchange with students.
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