Birthday party honors Mac Stringfellow at three
Alfred McIntyre Stringfellow turned three on Sunday and was celebrated by his mother Mrs. Charles Stringfellow with friends including Allan Newsom Tommy Davison Stevie Gunn Eugene Pate Judy Corkran Jerry Corkran Carolyn Sue Starnes Malone Hill Beep Cain John Page Gary Page. Toys gifts and candy favors accompanied the event hosted with Mrs. Zeb Decie and Mrs. Edgar Martin assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mac’ Stringfellow
Alfred McIntyre Stringfellow
Charles Stringfellow
Zeb Decie
Edgar Martin
Mac
Allan Newsom
Tormmy Davison
Stevie Gunn
Eugene Pate
Birthday party features pastel favors and cake photos
A birthday gathering in the afternoon included gifts of bicycle whistles cowboy hats and pastel candy baskets for guests. Mr Tommy Barrow photographed the group and the honoree admiring her birthday cake as candy received numerous gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy Barrow
Candace Weston Celebrates Fourth Birthday with Friends
On Wednesday November 9 Candace Joan Weston turned four. Her mother Mrs Billy Weston invited 21 friends to a birthday gathering from 3 30 to 5 00 PM. A special gift was a cake presented by Mrs Dick Cross and served at the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Candace Joan Weston
Billy Weston
Dick Cross
Shower Held For Bride-Elect Sammie Burleson
On Monday afternoon November 8 bride-elect Sammie Burleson was honored with a miscellaneous shower at Mrs H M Mills home. About 40 guests signed the Bride's book. Co hostesses were Dolphin Parker Virginia McMurrey and Betty Mills Bridge hostess was Mrs Tom McGuire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sammie Burleson
H. M. Mills
Miss Burleson
Dolphin Parker
Virginia
McMurrey
Betty Mills
Friendly Bridge and Canasta Socials Highlight Week
The report outlines multiple bridge and canasta gatherings at local homes. Notable hosts include Mrs. Vernon McIntyre and Mrs. Alma Hayslip with guests like Miss Aetna Smith of Cameron. Prizes featured leather goods, and decorations included a horn of plenty. The Eldia Cox Baptist circle met with devotional and charity work for a Mexican orphan’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon McIntyre
Aetna Smith
Cameron
Mesdames W.H. Terry
Edgar Martin
John Gillett
Nelle Griffin
Ll. D. Harris
Megdames Earl McElroy
Gene Cartledge
Charles Stringfellow
Louis Earwood
Shellie Barnes
J. W. Shepperd
W. J. Winter
Winter
Griffin
Eldia Cox
the Baptist Church
Charles Chambers
R. H. Brooks
Thornton
Slover
Williams
Dumas
Newman
Brooks
Miss Payne
Chambers
AAUW Meet Features Ponsford Talk on Seattle Convention
Dr. Pearl Ponsford of El Paso spoke to the AAUW Thursday afternoon in Presbyterian church rooms. She outlined the national convention held in Seattle in June and said many colleges not yet on the approved list may gain approval within two years. The keynote theme Crossing New Frontiers stressed aiding women abroad and rising above mediocrity. The convention allowed any degree holder from an approved college to become a member. The club welcomed associate member Mrs. Preston Stedman and guests Mrs. Horn of El Paso, KE Paso AAUW legislative chair.
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Pearl Ponsford
el Paso
AAUW
Presbyterian Church
Ponsford
Texas Western College
Seattle
Preston Stedman
Horn
Legislative Committee
KE Paso Aauw
60th Anniversary at First Methodist Church
The report recalls the Sunday service at First Methodist Church celebrating its 60th anniversary in a newly refurbished auditorium led by Brother Dillon. It also notes a new Presbyterian addition shaping up in Alpine and comments on churches contributing to a town’s quality of life. A playful glossary defines Alcatraz as a lifetime guaranteed pen and husband as a spouse broken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
Brother Dillon
Presbyterian Church
Alpine
Patriotic Table Decor and Refreshments Hosted by Area Families
A patriotic theme dominated the table settings and snacks hosted by Mrs. Knox Reid Mrs. G B Crawford Mrs Thad Corkins and Mrs R D McCready. Miss Anne Whittaker poured and Miss Peggy Mims served the cake during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox Reid
G. B. Crawford
Thad Corkins
R. D. McCready
Anne Whittaker
Peggy Mims
Woman's Council Plans to Hold Bazaar at Presbyterian Church
The Woman's Council of the Presbyterian church met on Tuesday with members including Mrs. Parker Mrs. Holland and Mrs. Webster. They planned a bazaar for December 10 approved the re election of current officers and discussed program notes and refreshments. Mimeograph paper and stencils are available at The Avalanche.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Council
Woman's Council of the
Presbyterian Church
Mesdames Ashley Webster
Fred Olson
T. C. Selvig
Eric Williams
Co. D. Wood
Lynn Matthews
Earl Anderau
Wiley Holland
Walter Garnett
Frank McCollum
Fred S. Rogers
Verner Parker
Parker
Holland
Christmas season rush harms Thanksgiving spirit
A local writer laments pushing Christmas earlier each year and urges restoring Thanksgiving focus. The note critiques early holiday spending, urges finishing library fundraising, praises Fort Davis street lights, celebrates Sul Ross and Alpine Bucks sports titles, and urges school bond funding for improved facilities.
Local coffee costs rise as gang members sip twice daily
Report notes each member buys coffee about two times daily at roughly 15e per cup, prompting reflections on blessings and a collective wish for a grateful Thanksgiving among the group.
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Youngstown
Proof of Law
Robert Pilgrim
Ataeer- Sella
Mesdames
Lawrence Kidwell
W. M. Kidwell
Frank Matthews
Fritz Bill Weyerts
Clifton Moss
John R. Simpson
Alma Hayslip
Reuben Whitmore
George Koury
Messrs
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F .L. McCollum
Paul Vogt
Glenn
Alfred Creigh
W. D. Burcham
Minnie Fisher
Florence
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Damascus
Syria
Kourys
Burcham
Glenn Davis
Circle
Chambers Home
J. E
White and Sons
Wilfred
Alcatraz
Adam and
Atom
Gene Houghton
M. L. Hopson
Frank
Mrs. McCollum
Mrs. Gentry
Chalmers Broadfoot
W. L. Clayton
Fort Davis
Sul Ross
Alpine Bucks
St. Michaels
New Mexico
Fabens
Alaine
Nish
Gard Concrete Products
Alpine, Texas
Alpine Butane Company
Ping
Marfa
Sagor
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