New Readers Grow Avalanche Subscriptions Since Sept
The Avalanche reports 49 new readers added to its lists since Sept 1, with 15 more since Nov 1. No organized drive was needed, readers joined voluntarily, and the paper thanks both new and long-standing subscribers. The Honor Roll lists names from Alpine, Marathon, San Angelo, San Antonio, and other locations, highlighting community support.
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J. McSpadden
Alpine
Frank Woodward
Aged Man Buried in Blanca After Alpine Death
George N. Hubbard, 77, former Sierra Blanca cafe operator and hotel owner, died in Alpine last Friday. His body was moved to Sierra Blanca for funeral services at the Baptist church and burial in the local cemetery. He leaves a New York sister, a California daughter Ruth Hill, and a son Norton in Alpine. He previously ran Hubbard and Mayes cafe and managed the Sierra Blanca railroad cafe.
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Sierra Blanca
Alpine
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Hubbard and Mayes
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Crested Butte
Colo
Wichita
Kansas
New York
Ruth Hill
California
Norton
el Paso
Highway Department
W. C. Brashears
Mayes
Baptist Church
L. W. Hardcastle
Mild Temperatures Persist in Alpine Area Last Week
Temperatures stayed mild in the Alpine area over the past week with only one or two light freezes. A cold mist from the north cleared by late morning, yielding another warm day. One of the heaviest frosts of the season occurred yesterday morning.
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Alpine
Alpine FFA poultry team places 17th at national contest
Alpine Texas FFA poultry judging team placed 17th in the national championship at Kansas City. Members Hal Smith Eddie Scudday Earl Scudday Bill Hancock Alfred Anderson Walter Wooley Frank Daugherty attended workouts in livestock judging and the national FFA convention. Contributors included A T and S F Ry Co Highland Hereford Breeders Assn Alpine Rotary Club and many local supporters.
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Kansas City
Hal Smith
Eddie Scudday
Earl Scudday
Bill Hancock
Alfred Anderson
Walter Wooley
Frank Daugherty
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Alpine
Four New Cottages Planned at Cozy Court Tourist Resort
M. N. Bobo announced four modern cottages will be built at Cozy Court, with a general improvement program already adding 16 cottages since its start. Ten of the new units will be air conditioned and the latest completions feature fluorescent lighting. The item notes emphasis on patronage and local journalism. A drilling note mentions a test about 50 miles south of Alpine, located on Sec 3, T&St.L Ry with a 2700 foot test depth. oil ban history in the area is referenced.
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Cozy Court
Alpine
T&st.l
Local Letters Reflect Changes and Nostalgia Across Continents
A fan letter notes peace and luck while railing against altering holiday dates. A response thanks Mr. Davenport and hints at future meetings. An editorial voice recalls adapting to the New Deal with long shifts, cautions about altering July 4 and other holidays. The piece also reflects on ironies of global power, mosquito history in England, and personal travel memories.
Alpine native funeral marks end of era in frontier town
Funeral services for a longtime Alpine resident were held at the Presbyterian church with Rev. J. T. Morrow and Rev. Fred Rogers officiating. Interment followed at Elm Grove cemetery. Active pallbearers included Richardson’s partner, Cisco, and several local businessmen. Alpine’s frontier spirit noted as a backdrop to a community gathering.
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Corpus Christi
M. L. Burkett
Shreveport
Presbyterian Church
J. T. Morrow
Dallas
Presterian Church
Fred Rogers
Elm Grove Cemetery
Akers Funeral Home
Harry Reynolds
Mr. Richardson
Cisco
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