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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1930
Page
3
The Alpine Bucks end their season facing the Miners in El Paso with high hopes for basketball praise blooming in Alpine. Analysts expect a tough battle despite Arizona’s tougher schedule and a hopeful rebuild as many players graduate. The El Paso clash carries local pride amid a rough season tempo and lingering chatter about who leads next year.
In a Friday game at Jackson field Balmorhea defeated Alpine 19 to 0 after a first half rally led by Jack Bast and Julio Ramos. Alpine scored later with a fifty yard run by Ramos but failed extra points. Both teams then stalled with no further scoring into the second half as substitutes played. Regulars from Balmorhea and Alpine tried to show depth for upcoming games.
A playful quote features Dapper Dan extolling his work and commitment. He emphasizes that his craft matters deeply to him, even as he jokes about the effort it demands. The quip showcases his pride and lighthearted spirit.
Cas ner Motor company placed two new Chevrolet models on the floor for viewing two months before the customary showing. The car debuts as the Great American Value with a two inch longer wheelbase, roomier Fisher bodies, optional trimmings, and numerous refinements at reduced prices ranging from 475 to 650 dollars, a 20 to 40 dollar cut from 1930 prices.
Alpine postmaster Annie K Turney urges early shopping and mailing to prevent jams in postal offices as holiday volume surges. Officials note crowds, extra staff needs, and emphasize sending items weeks in advance with special delivery to ensure on time delivery before Christmas. Christmas is a legal holiday with no regular deliveries.
Shippers are cautioned to insure all valuables against loss from theft or other causes. Coin, currency and jewelry should be posted under sealed first class registered mail. Packages must be wrapped and tied securely with strong paper and heavy twine. Fragile or perishable items should be marked accordingly and handled with care in shipping.
Mr. Felton's judging team visited the Smith Brothers and T. A. Mitchell ranches near Marfa on Saturday to observe top bulls including a Prince Domino bred animal recently bought from Texas A. and M. College. Ben Whitfield and Wayne Milam posted the best scores. The team plans further visits to Merkel's Sargent and Somach as part of their seven year program.
Mr Felton plans for the boys to visit several hog farms for practice swine judging before the Fat Stock Show in Fort Worth on March 28. The Odessa Gist Hereford ranch is highlighted as a leading farm in America. A three man Fort Worth team will be chosen by competitive judging during trips. The class members include Anja Wilson Arthur Fitzpatric Gene Hill Ben Whitfield Wayne Milam Lawrence Wetzig and Gritten Lattt.
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