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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1930
Page
4
Large Casner Motor crowd fills showroom for four day used car sale. H C LaBeff wins the 70 roadster for 99 cents plus one cent in change after 1040 numbers issued. Car sells the next day for 3125 to new owner.
Coach Oliver trains the Tucks with new plays to surprise Marta defense as Woodin and Mord spark a stronger line. Johnson and Hoth pace the Bucks, while Marta relies on speed and a powerful backfield to counter. Both squads seek a pivotal victory after a tight season, with tactical misdirection and preparations intensifying before kickoff.
Health nurse Mrs Lala Krueger urges in county schools to balance meals for all ages. The article outlines fundamentals of nutrition including proteins fats and carbohydrates, the role of water and vitamins, fruit and vegetables for iron and vitamin intake, and the importance of appealing, clean meal settings to encourage good eating habits. It emphasizes protein at about ten percent of diet, fats for growth, and a diet rich in vegetables and fruits with careful sugar choices.
A 42 year old man calling himself Bin Ansley of Marathon cut his throat with a wire attached safety razor in Del Rio on Sunday evening. He survived after three deep slashes and was found near the railroad yards while despondent over unemployment. He had seven dollars on his person.
In Pecos county near the Brewster line, Humble Kokernot No 1, down 2895 feet, is to resume after a two week halt to install equipment capable of reaching 8000 feet. The wildcat, near Hovey and Alpine, previously reached the Delaware lime at 980 feet and the Delaware sand at 4018 feet with limited gas and oil shows before the sand ran out. Drillers anticipate needing about 8000 feet to reach potential productive zones.
Alpine residents paused for Armistice Day with a noon program at the Junior High auditorium. Nearly 600 attended as Red Cross rolls were called from November 11 to Thanksgiving, with songs by Central War High students and a history of the American flag by Charles Wade. Rev J S Matey urged world friendship and peace.
Mrs Jimmie Livingston of Marfa held number 137 as the quilt made by Mrs Davis of Fort Davis was sold by the local Epilemonal mission ladies last week. Bidders had opportunities to buy the quilt during multiple sales last week and each purchaser aided mission funds.
Roy Sims district manager of Colonial Building and Loan Association of Texas promotes a seven percent compound interest building loan. The ad highlights easy monthly payments under Texas banking laws and promises growth of savings in a few years. Phone 185.
A small capsule containing a timber piece concealed the winning ticket when 150 disposed of, revealing Mrs. Livingston as the holder of the winning number. Proceeds from the quilt will aid a charity, with gratitude expressed to supporters. Texaco courtesy cards honored at Border Service Station.
Three wash tubs of honey were collected after a swarm was removed from behind the weather boarding at C. D. Cottle’s house in Fairmont, Montana. The Avalanche Job department promotes its printing quality and equipment. Prices are available on inquiry.
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