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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1914
Page
3
Local items from Alpine cover moves and visits of residents and visitors, shop ads, and community notices. Ben Bean, Syl Adams, and Herbert L. Kokernot appear among arrivals from Fort Davis, Marathon, and San Antonio as townspeople swap news, business, and social events.
A strong Boy Scout patrol was formed last Friday night at a Baptist church meeting. Twenty members started above tenderfoot. Reverend T Tartt is scout master with Reverend W W Nelson as assistant scout master. Ray Fippit and Jim Dod lead patrols. Meetings every Monday at 7:30 PM.
A rider sustained a serious fracture when his horse slipped on mud at the bridge over the arroyo. The animal fell, throwing him and injuring the left leg. Local notices mention Thanksgiving travel and area happenings as Alpine prepares for seasonal events.
A Live Stock Census appropriation bill in Congress is under debate. Texas cattlemen press to include live stock in the agricultural census, sending a message from Alpine to the House Appropriations Committee chairman. J. D. Jackson, President Cattle Raisers Association of Texas, signs.
Alpine observes Thanksgiving in the usual manner despite rain and mud. Businesses suspend, and turkey and pumpkin pies appear on many tables as residents reflect on their gratitude.
For Sale items include a nearly new Ranger bicycle with coaster brake and non skid tires in good condition and a Ford automobile advertised as the best and cheapest car on the market priced at 540 dollars. Contact Murphy and Middlebrook or Lawson Restaurant for details. Advt.6-18-11.
At a School Board meeting last Monday afternoon the following resolutions passed. School patrons wishing to excuse their children from daily calisthenics must submit in writing to the child’s teachers. Military Company members will not be permitted to withdraw or, after having their status, face restrictions.
The church outlines Sunday auditorium service, long 6am session, 10 15 Bible study noted withdrawn, high school enlistment for boys unless written parental requests to teachers, school closes December 23 for Christmas and reopens January 4 1915. Thanksgiving service 7 30 pm Thursday November 26 invites public.
Fort Davis reports a notable real estate move as W T Jones sells his town home to W M Ward known as Apple Ward. The tale reflects local wealth from Davis County apples and a thriving property scene alongside Adventist and ranch influence.
Sunday School at 10 a.m. Preaching at 1 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Junior League at 4 p.m. Prayer meeting 8:00 p.m. Wednesday. A cordial welcome to all. WW Ison, Pastor.
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