Seniors Guests of Study Club at Lawrence Hall Reception
The High School seniors and parents attended a Study club reception Thursday evening at Lawrence Hall. Hostesses were Mrs Henry Key and Mrs Fred Williams along with club officers. The living room featured seasonal flowers and a purple and gold tea table. A musical program included violin pieces by Mrs Bogel, a piano solo by Miss Wahlers, and songs by Mrs Winter. Refreshments were served by Drs Key and Williams as attendees, including faculty and families, mingled in the guest line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Hall
Henry Key
Fred Williams
Chub
L. Forchheimer
W. E Williams
W. M. Oliver
H.W. Morelock
School supper plan uses military style service
Seniors and high school faculty with spouses organized a supper labor plan. Insignia made from heavy paper, boys drew ratings and followed sergeant assignments. One squad cooked steaks, another set tables, mothers rested. Officers among faculty managed duties. Menu included steaks, potato salad, frijoles, pickles, olives, buns, apple pie, ice cream.
Picnic Supper for Fourth Graders Near Alpine
On Friday evening members of the Fourth grade with Miss Helen Fielder their teacher and grade mothers enjoyed a picnic supper at the first roadside park west of Alpine. The children brought their own suppers, the grade mothers supplied cold drinks. Transportation was provided by Mrs. Fred Williams Mrs. Cecil Duncan and Mrs. Homer Wilson. After supper the main diversion was climbing the nearby mountains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Fielder
Alpine
Fred Williams
Cecil Duncan
Homer Wilson
Mrs Carroll Hosts 42 Party At Ezell Home
Mrs Clinton Carroll entertained with four tables of 42 on Friday night May 13 at the Ezell home. Guests included Mr and Mrs Ralph Gray Mr and Mrs Clarence Morrow Mr and Mrs T A Beard Mr and Mrs C J French Mrs Loyd Henderson Mrs Bill Winter Mrs M O Pittman and others. A salad course preceded a dinner honoring Mr and Mrs C S French who were leaving for Meridian Mississippi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Carroll
Ezell
Ralph Gray
Clarence Morrow
T. A. Beard
C. J. French
Loyd Henderson
Bill Winter
M. O. Pittman
E. L. Frazer
Hazel Vannay
Janie Micou
Hazel Matthews
C. S. French
Meridian
Martha Ezell
Carroll
Mirs
R. L. Wittner
Evelyn Mueller
French
Picnic Party For Primary Training Union At Baptist Church
I French hosted a picnic on Mrs. Martha Ezell's lawn for the Primary Training Union of the Baptist church. Guests included Gary Henderson Morris Spurling Marylin Nichols Louise Nichols Margaret Ogle Chandler Davidson Philip Davidson Kathryn Teague Mary Nell McCollum Peggy Louie Pittman Thelma Ann Burgess Betty York Barbara Ann Bishop and others as games wore the group out before refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Airs
I. French
Alpine Groveswo. Circle Meeting At Mrs Williams Home
Alpine Grove Circle met May 18 at Mrs Metta Williams home for regular business and social hour. Refreshments served by the hostess to members Mesdames Jane Burling Oma Doole Anna Lange Frieda Wade and Thelma Williams. Mrs Doole invited the Grove to meet with her in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metta Williams
Jane Burling
Oma Doole
Anna Lange
Frieda Wade
Thelma Willia
Ams
Council To Meet At Christian Church Next Monday
The United Council of Church Women will hold a business meeting at the Christian church next Monday afternoon at 3 30. A good attendance is urged.
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United Council of Church Women
Christian Church
Mothers Hold Steak Fry for AHS Seniors
Kokernot Lodge hosted an evening gathering for the High School seniors as two groups of six mothers provided a steak fry. Hostesses included Mrs. W. W. King, Mrs. Mary George, Mrs. W. A. Daugherty, Mrs. Otis Coggin, Mrs. A. D. Hell, and Gtr Curtey Davis, with several guests attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AHS
Kokernot Lodge
W. W. King
Mary George
W. A. Daugherty
Otis Coggin
A. D. Hell
Gtr
Curtey Davis
Breakfast Party for AHS Seniors
All school seniors were entertained at a Wednesday morning breakfast at 9:30 in the college cafeteria. Hostesses were six mothers of seniors. Bouquets of spring flowers decorated the room as each senior shared a humorous or embarrassing moment from his life. Twenty three members attended. A post graduation reception for seniors and faculty will be held Friday night at the home of Mr and Mrs Guy Crawford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Kidd
Frank Parker
Leo Bishop
W. E. Vanney
Carl Shults
Guy Crawford
Senior Honor Dinner At Ahs For Carl Shults Jr
Sgt and Mrs Ansloan host a dinner after the Baccalaureate honoring nephew Carl Shults Jr, H S senior. Guests include four senior couples. Prizes awarded for bridge and bingo. Wednesday Bridge club hosts with high prizes won. Granada show and supper plans noted.
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Sgt
E. C. Coleman
Thle Psy Mint Ca
Kourys
Burgesses
Reids
Shepperds
J. M. Alderson
Shellie Barnes
Mesdames H. W. Morelock
G. H. Harfst
Aetna Smith
Mesdames Burcham
Burgess
Casner
Frazer
Hord
Hudson
McIntyre
Newell
Shepperd
Installation of Eastern Star Officers in Alpine
Alpine Chapter Order of the Eastern Star will install officers on Wednesday evening May 31 at 8 o clock. Beulah Rawlings Past Worthy Grand Matron of Texas will serve as Grand Installing Officer with Eula Brown as Grand Installing Marshal.
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Alpine
Order of the Eastern Star
Beulah Rawlings
Texas
Eula Brown
Recitals Planned at High School Auditorium Next Week
The advance recital for pupils is set for next Tuesday at 8 45 PM in the high school auditorium. The younger pupils recital follows Wednesday at 8 45 PM. Public invited.
Miss Rice 18 Wed to Lieut Lewis at Methodist Church
The marriage of Lieut Boyd E. Lewis to Miss Alice Marie Rice occurred Tuesday May 23 at 7 30 in the Methodist church with Rev Marvin Williams officiating. Lewis based at the air base. his Portland Oregon home was represented by his mother. The bride’s home is Des Moines Iowa. The couple were attended by Mrs Marvin Williams and Lieut Me Carty.
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Boyd E. Lewis
Alice Marie Rice
Methodist Church
Marvin Williams
Lewis
Portland
Oregon
Des Moines
Iowa
Lieut
MeCarty
Avalanche suspends new subscriptions in limited Alpine area
The Avalanche announces no new subscriptions except in Alpine area Brewster Presidio and Jeff Davis counties due to labor and newsprint shortages. Service personnel may subscribe with APO addresses only if a written request accompanies it. One expiration notice will be sent. if not renewed in 10 days, the name will be removed.
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Avlanche
Brewster
Presidio
Jeff Davie
Avalanche
APO
Iat
Ration Calendar Highlights Indefinite Stamp Validity
The document outlines ration book stamps for 1944 covering SUGAR, MEATS AND FATS, PROCESSED FOODS, SHOES and GASOLINE. It notes stamp validity, point values, and endorsement rules, with details on book numbers, stamp types, and expiration policies for fuel and tires. It refers to end of ration terms and inspection requirements for tires and fire safety.
Alpine Scouts To Gather Scrap Paper Tomorrow
Troop 41 Alpine Boy Scouts announce a scrap paper collection on Saturday June 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Paper should be ready near the street or yard, brought to the Methodist church, tied in bundles, not boxed, with no more than one foot high for newspapers. Contact Rev. Marvin C Williams or Wallace Duncan by Friday morning to arrange pickup.
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Alpine Boy Scouts
Marvin C. Williams
Wallace Duncan
Dennis Michael Hughes Born to Lieut and Mrs Hughes
A son was born Monday at the Air Base hospital to Lieut and Mrs Ardell Hughes. The baby weighs 8 1 2 pounds and is named Dennis Michael. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs George Citts and Mr and Mrs C H Hughes of Los Angeles. The couple reside at Mrs Omer Wilsons apartment.
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Andrs. Ardell Hughes
Air Base Hospital
Dennis Michael
George Citts
C.H. Hughes
Los Angeles
Rotary program on Army post exchanges draws crowd
Lt Harkey discusses the Army post exchange as the largest non profit business serving enlisted men. He cites a $136000 monthly volume and explains it rivals big chain operations while supporting service members rather than local merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harkey
Air Field
Lt Harkey
J.C Penney
Varius
Post Exchange
Taylor, Texas
Rotary Club
Regular Term Ends at Latin American Center Opens Vacation School
The regular term of the Latin American Center closes today, marking the start of vacation school. Children enjoyed singing, sewing, games, and friendly company in a pleasant, social setting.
Boy Scouts of Troop 41 Court of Honor Planned
Alpine Scouts of troop 41 plan a Court of Honor at the Methodist church to recognize Scouts progress. Enrollment cards will be presented to troop committeemen and Scouts. A guest speaker and other Scout events will follow as parents and friends are invited. Buy War Bonds and Stamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Scouting
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C. D. Wood
Mrs. Carroll
Woodmen Circle
Miss Rice
Coat Coves
Wan
Wetherd
Brome Wells
Armins Fat Mas S.noramry
Sens
Secret Service
Ramone Toueaeins
Alpine, Texas
ITV
Alpine Scouts
NHI
M. A. Webb
Mesert
Williams
Miss McGregor
George Baines
Boy Scouts of
Troop 41
DR. Peppe
DR. Pepper Bottling CO
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