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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1925
Page
2
T M Moody editor announces subscription price at Year 2.00 and notes Second Class matter designation for Alpine Texas post office under 1879 act.
Committees in West Texas map an enthusiastic Old Settlers and Cowboys reunion to be held July 4 with a strong start. W W Terry says funds will be raised for preliminary work, with rodeo features and a friendly barbecue, dances, baseball games and street mood music planned.
Rain fell Tuesday night into Wednesday across Vine county with estimates over an inch in some areas. Brisk showers continued during the day as wind from the west gusted, bringing needed moisture for grass and pastures. Cattlemen and farmers hope the long drought ends and cattle gains improve.
Texas citizens are urged to donate to a National 5,000,000 endowment fund for disabled veterans and war orphans. The American Legion sponsors the effort with Endowment Week beginning June 1 and Gov. Perry declaring Endowment Sunday. State Commander Mark McClee says the drive aims to raise the stated amount to aid the state and its congregations.
Bal Ross State Teachers College alumnus has been named head of the biology department at Tonos Technological College. The Studhalter family, long prominent in Alpine, is noted for culture and community contributions.
The Doddridge well about 60 miles south of Alpine has paused at the 20001001 level and will resume drilling this week. Oil prospectors have been monitoring the depth and formation where oil traces were found in Wilson No 1 as they await the well’s results before planning further Brewater County development.
Rev. Henry Barton of Marfa Methodist Church delivered the commencement sermon for Sul Ross College graduates. He used the Parable of the Talents to frame the commerce of life as three interrelated streams: things ideas and ideals. He urged balance amid material focus and urged pursuing internal commerce in ideals.
A local church thanks numerous individuals including Miss Dorothy Derrick Mia J T Mullenix Clarice Cotter Lena Derrick Ruth Anderson and many others for their time effort and support in staging a school play at the High School building The note also acknowledges Boy Scouts civic workers ticket sellers and posters by Miss Mary Earnest and recognizes Mrs Kunyon as the youngest schoolgirl and committee members Mra Roy Spence Mra Robinson Mra Lon Jones Mra V Cartright Mra led Davidson and Mra T A Beard
The Alpine Rotary Club met at the Holland Hotel with good turnout. Post luncheon talk centered on Marfa Rotary Club’s May 18 defeat in a classic nine inning game at Marfa. Rumors say local stars may receive big league offers, including Rob Coffey musing about a Giants try. Dr Marvin Turney explained his Las Cruces convention attendance to the club.
Headquarters of Highway Division No. 6 are moving to Alpine this week with offices at the Brewster County Court House. The Cos Edwards building near the court house serves as a temporary warehouse and garage. Division engineer D J Mangault and clerks Fo HH Morrman and W Bh Cummings will supervise the offices, with G E Proper as warehouse foreman and J C Midkiff and Joseph Carlton as mechanics.
Miss Carrie Vogt of Alpine sets an outstanding attendance record spanning nine years from primary through high school. She has never been tardy or missed a day, currently in the Class of 1926. Jack McElroy hosted a farewell party for himself at his aunt and uncle’s home with many friends attending and games, dancing, and an ice course.
Thirty-five registered Hereford bulls offered by W A Daugherty, half yearlings and half two year olds, ready for immediate service. Bulls may be viewed at the City Office within about an hour each day.
The notice describes printing wedding invitations and announcements in black or shaded Old English type on plain or paneled Kid finish stock with matching outside and inside envelopes.
The piece urges county youths to apply for the Citizens Military Training Camp this year. It highlights the Red White and Blue courses and the chance to earn a commission in the Officers Reserve Corps, noting the window is limited and the camps offer camaraderie, drills, sports, and patriotic experiences. It emphasizes pride in answering the call of country and the value of leadership training.
The Marfa Soldiers plan a Decoration Day game in Alpine on Saturday, May 30. Corporal Smith announces ammunition stocked for the conflict and urges loyal 8. Oo. S. members to observe from a strategic point to support the Parent-Teacher Association with proceeds aiding the new High School stage scenery.
A rally will be held at the Methodist Church on Saturday evening to raise funds for completing the new church building. Rev. H. M. Smith will attend and also conduct services Sunday in the new church.
The church announces 10 a m Church School and 7 45 p m Evensong and sermon with psalms. Holy Communion at 7 a m. Clergy listed as Delber W Clark.
Sunday program announces Bible School at 10 AM, Evening service with Christian Endeavor at 7 15 PM, preaching at 8 PM, and Wednesday prayer meeting at 6 PM. You are invited to join us with a welcome from Pastor S R McClure.
The Church of Christ holds Bible study and communion Sunday at 10 a.m. in the Justice's Room at the Court House. All are invited to attend.
The Marathon Company sues Tesnas Ol Corporation and a sheriff sale is ordered. On June 12 1925 at Alpine Brewster County Texas a Ford Truck engine No 10265 is to be sold to satisfy a judgment of 293 73 plus costs. Sheriff W N Gourley issues the notice dated May 28 1925.
The notice outlines Sunday School at 9 45, preaching at 11, Epworth League at 7 15 p m, Evening service at 8, Tuesday 3 30 p m W M S 8 p m Wednesday Bible study 8 p m Friday Choir practice Visitors welcome Pastor John W Chisholm B D
Various envelopes writing paper noteheads billheads statements and related office stock observed at The Avalanche office with no sign of immediate action or disruption noted.
A Memorial Day service is planned at the Presbyterian Church this Sunday at 8 30 p m with an invitation extended through Post Commander Allen to all ex service men. The address will cover The Surrendered Torch and additional vocal numbers will be offered. The 11 o clock service will feature The Adaptability of God as the sermon topic.
The Catholic Church schedule offers English mass at 8:00 a m and a Spanish sermon at 10:00 a m on Sundays with 3:00 p m Sunday School and 7:00 p m evening prayers. Weekdays include 7:30 a m Holy Mass and Bible reading. non Catholics welcome to the Mother church.
The Avalanche announces its printing department now offers first class job work. Skilled staff, improved production, and timely results aim to raise the newspaper’s service to advertisers and readers.
The Alpine High School senior class and faculty were hosted by Mr and Mrs Clay Holland for an evening of banco games and a gold and white color scheme. Miss Sarah Andrews and Mr Charles Treadwell won high scores while Miss Mary Hector and Claude Murray took low scores. A buffet supper followed with a class history and other tributes read by students.
The Brewster County Board of Equalization meets June 8 1925 at the Brewster County Court House to hear evidence and fix property values for taxation. Mamie Lease Clerk County Court Brewster County Texas. By Gula Burke Deputy.
Brewster County area abstracts of title prepared for landowners. Complete abstracts guaranteed. Maps for Alpine and Marathon sold. M L Hopson manager. Alpine Texas.
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