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Alpine Avalanche

Location

Alpine, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1942

Page

2

Fort Davis Graduation Program Highlights Miss Bloys Diploma

Striking tableaus enlivened Fort Davis high school commencement Friday as Miss Mildred Bloys received her diploma. The theme America The Beautiful traced U S history with Indians Pilgrim days and Revolutionary era pageantry. Teachers and students collaborated on the production and a two candle birthday marked Martha Jean Irving's second birthday party later that day.

Fort Davis High School Mildred Bloys Vole United States Martha Jean Irving Richard G. Irving Martha Jean Irving June Redford Luanne Wood Billy Louise Granier Elizabeth Fitzgerald Joanne Carlton Patsy Jean Espy T. 8. Redford, Mrs E. Carlton, Mrs. Don Catton,Mrs Rol. Irving, Mrs. Jim Espy W. D. Bloys J. K. Miter Hargus Parker Beth Espy

Fort Davis Youth Accepted to Naval Academy at Annapolis

Bob Miles of Fort Davis has been accepted for the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis after serving in the Naval Reserve since January. He taught in Marta the last two years after earning a degree at Sul Ross College. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Miller of Alpine, join in welcoming congratulations.

Bob Miles Fort Davis United States Navals ‘Academy Annapolis Hob Anal Naval Reserve Marta Sul Ross College W. ©. Miler Alpine

Aviation instructor and pioneer's career details recounted

The passage notes an aviation figure tied to Melcrat Mertoen wages and a school in aviation. It mentions Mater Pet and Calierae ented, references to West Coast and eastward glider work and power flying, and describes him as one of four Somber stem ns the "instructor of instructors" job, with a note about his mother.

Mertoen Ors Calierae Tod Bela

Stil USO Fund Drive Urges Donations Amid Slow Total

Warren Mlays reported Tuesday evening that the USO drive has collected a little over 400 dollars cash in hand. Miss Pearl Williams at Valentine is active in soliciting, with many still to contribute. The goal remains 750 dollars and organizers urge everyone to reach into pockets and donate. warm weather celebrations follow.

Jett Davis Warren Mlays Pearl Williams Valentine

Fort Davis News Briefs Include Visits and Local Happenings

Mrs. Virginia Parry has returned to Belton for summer vacation after teaching in local schools. The town notes warm weather and green cottonwoods amid war-time shortages. Rev H C Goodman plans a Wink revival at Wink Baptist church with daily sermons. Miss Amy Lou Bloys celebrated her 14th birthday with a Mexican dinner at Darlton's Shady Nook Inn. guests included Betsy Miller and others. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Carlton moved to Marta for highway department work. Kay Carlton stayed near Taylor with relatives.

Roy Fitzgerald Ers Mary Pancoast Bogel Richard Irving Jimmy Goodman J. W. Evans Bruce Jarrett Hugh Burdine Hart Currier Mildred Bloys Amy Lou Bloys Robert Fairchild Betty Clay Miller B. E. Coan Pa Ils Virginia Parry Belton Fort Davis Bloys Darlton Shady Nook Inn Betty Miller Frances Timmons Maxine Cook Mary Christine McIntosh Jane McIntosh Pete Carlton Doyle Cathey P. L. Wilson E. H. Carlton 3. G. McIntosh Doc Carlton Ernest Carlton Kay Mr Carlton Marta Highway Department Carlton Taylor

Vacation notes from Big Bend area residents

Recreation plans in Big Bend National Park described for Marie Dowdy Sul Ross student and other locals. Carrie Alvis leaves for Stanton Texas. Nellie Sue Sheek born May 19 at Alpine hospital weighing seven pounds three ounces. Miller and Espy family plan summer ranch near Valentine. Barry Scobee visits El Paso and the Mulhern home, reporting the couple thriving in Fort Davis.

Big Bend National Park Marie Dowdy College Grove, Tenn Sul Ross Nellie Sue Edwin Sheek Alpine Mr. Sheek Observatory Hill

Texas Defense Guard opens enlistment to ages sixteen to eighteen

Captain B E Coan reports a lowered age requirement for the Texas Defense Guard. He urges more local youths to enlist with parental consent, noting benefits for early army training and potential promotion. Captain Coan promises assistance and a larger turnout at upcoming gatherings.

Texas Defense Guard B. E. Coan Coan

Priest Urges Education At Latin American Public School Graduation

Rev Father Amalio Fernandez urged community support for schooling at the Latin American Public Grade School graduation. Principal W E Smith awarded a diploma to Ida Harnett the year’s sole graduate. Virginia Najar received an attendance award. Trustees Hicks Gray and Tom Redford spoke along with Superintendent B E Coan. A marriage license was issued to Clyde Vaught and Aurora Spencer of Presidio.

Amalio Fernandez America W. E. Smith Ida Harnett Marriett Virginia ‘Najar Hicks Gray Tom Redford B. E. Coan Clyde Vaught Aurora Spencer Presidio

Local Chapter Officers Fill Posts As Members Relocate

The Eastern Stor meeting Monday night filled offices of worthy patron and worthy matron due to Joe Mutherns moving to El Paso. Miss Callie Holt leaves for Sedalia Missouri to visit her sister. Mrs. W. S. Miller travels to Austin to visit her daughter and Mr. Tyrone Kelly. Lucy Foster plans to return to Marlin, and Dr. Singleton takes army duties at Kelly Field after earning his PhD. American Legion and Aux members hold a poppy sale raising funds for the Newton family. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Loter plan a week away from Fort Davis residence. Community entertainment at the recreation hall was led by Mr. Irving with Arch Garner’s vacation at Balmorhea.

Stor Joe Mutherns el Paso W. S. Miller Austin Tyrone Kelly Kelly Lucy Foster Marlin L. A. Singleton Singleton University of Texano Army Forces Kelly Field Joe Newton American Legion Aux Audrey Questlary Wheeler Fort Davis Newtons B. E Charles Loter Doan

Drill and Eat News From Local Defense Guard

Sixteen service members gathered for Sunday drill with Captain Coan and Sgt Merrill reporting a morale boost. They will have supper next Sunday at the Merrill ranch, reinforcing camaraderie in the local defense effort.

Merrill Coan America Richard Merrill Merrill Ranch

Schrier Announces For Commissioner Prec 3

H L Schrier of Marathon announces candidacy for Brewster County Prec 3 commissioner. A decade resident with prior state highway and county road work experience, he pledges to serve taxpayers to the best of his ability and asks Prec 3 voters to consider him.

Wi L.pancho Schrier Marathon Brewster County Schrier State Highway Department

Catholic Women's Study Club Thanks For Mexican Supper

Card of thanks from the Catholic Women's Study club grateful for support of a Mexican supper. Special thanks to the American Legion for hall use and assistance.

Catholic Women's Study Club Amercan Legion

Notice by Publication of Wearing Before Special Commissioners Texas

Public notice cites unknown stockholders and directors of The First National Bank of Weatherford Texas as defunct. Mary E Brooks and Mary A s, Z. W. Cox and wife Mrs Z W Cox appear among claimed parties in the filing.

First National’ Bank Weatherford Texas Mary E. Brooks Mary A. S Z. W. Cox

Big Bend National Park land condemnation notice

The State of Texas on relation of Texas State Parks Board seeks to condemn 640 acres in Brewster County for park purposes. Special Commissioners set July 6, 1943, at Alpine Court House for hearing to assess damages and determine rights, with the petition filed May 23, 1942 in No. 583. Named defendants include numerous individuals and defunct companies with unknown stockholders and heirs.

M. E. Mebling Thoma J. Miller Thomas J. Miller T. J. Miller Dudley Olcott II Dudley Olcott Pearson H. Pearson W. L. Power C. C. Perrin C. C. Perris Powell W. L. Poell J. P. Reed Walter A. Ross WB. Roh William C. Sarver William C. Uphoft William Uphoft J. E. Wilson Wits J.B. Wilson G. W. Walthall T'Barham Mr Barham B. G. Brittain J. H. Chapman J. H. Chap- Miller Jas. H. Miller A.A. Mullins W. T. Norman Rober Robert Gh Crowell Texas Land and Wax Company State of Texas Texas State Parks Board Brewster County Texas Prem Court House Alpine Br County Lee M. Smith P. Y. Cartwright Cas Edwards Cour Z. W. Cox Louis P. Drake Dennis Deasey Barney J. Fenoglio J. E. Lockwood A. F. Luse Acy. Lise M. E. Mehling Thomas J Miller Thom- Wiliam C. Sarver J.E. Wilson G. W. Walthall Barham A. Barham B. G Land and Wax Company Dew Funct Corporation Alpine Lumber Company First National Bank 3Therford First National Bank of State of Big Bend National Brewster Tex G.H 8. A. Ry. Co Stake

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