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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1935
Page
2
The Alpine Avalanche marks itself as the official Brewster County paper in Alpine Texas with a long service record. It details address, publishing terms, rates for notices and cards, and staff names while inviting reader submissions and clarifying policy on defaming content.
A jumble of slang and vignettes shows quirky exchanges about growth, editors, and everyday mishaps. A caller jokes about trees, a father and son exchange curious lines, and a cautionary tale ends with a man describing a mischievous misstep at home.
Port Davis school trustees awarded the contract for a new room to JW Meklroy of Port Davis. The structure will provide adequate space to protect lower-rads and serve part of the lower grades. Mayor Monty Jed and Marta spoke at a recent community gathering about the project and local interest in improvements.
An advertisement touts Adlerika as a fast relief for gas bloating claiming it clears both upper and lower bowels. It promises better digestion and sleep, calls the product safe and effective, and mentions a limited sale with special trial offers.
The Avalanche reports a fair response to subscription notices sent to out of town readers though some remain in arrears. A final request asks those in arrears to remit immediately while thanking those who joined the honor roll, listing subscribers from Chives Mining Co Terlingua Alpine and others across San Antonio Los Angeles Denton and Pikeville.
Pecos Valley Baptist association calls a Fort Davis gathering next Tuesday with the theme The wang Business. Rev J A Kidd says the program starts at 10 am with Dr Taylor president of Howard Payne College Brownwood delivering an address. Speakers include Rev I E Prazier Monahans Hughes Presidio A R Davis Marathon T E Shelton Crane Mary Dunn El Paso J te Roden Wink. A luncheon will be served at noon with a seasonable menu. A large attendance is expected.
The Big Fort Unit of the American Legion Auxiliary begins its 1996 enrollment drive led by Pulcher, with plans to participate in national programs across civic and patriotic activities. Major efforts include aiding disabled veterans, securing compensation payments, advocating protections for veterans widows and orphans, supporting national defense, and promoting Americanism and community improvements in 8,600 units. The group emphasizes both service and social activities to foster friendships among members and families connected to the Legion.
A. J. Bierschwale reports vocational agriculture expanding in Texas with over 500 schools offering the course and about 12 000 boys enrolled. Fifty five schools adopted it this year. many intend to begin next year. The program, endorsed by the State Superintendent, cites national honors by students and regional wins in livestock judging and public speaking, highlighting Sterling City, Richland Springs, Graham, and other Texas towns.
Pep squad to wear scarlet sweaters with Sul Ross insignia on November 18 for J formations. Betty Dean, a four year yell leader, wears gray corduroy skirts with the scarlet V-neck tops. Misa Mildred Knox, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Knox, crowned Pecos High football queen. Army auxiliary membership urged for eligible Alpine women to join four units and support Legion activities.
At the Churches CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SERVICES announce a Lesson Sermon on Ancient and Modern Necromancy Mesmerism and Hypnotism to be read in all Churches of Christ Scientist on Sunday December 1 The Golden Text is Search me God and know my heart try me and see if there be any wicked way in me and lead me in the way everlasting The Lesson includes a Bible passage and a selection from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
Christian Church announces a 9:99 a.m. sermon and communion at 11 a.m. and an evening service at 7 30 p m. Choir rehearsal is set for Wednesday at 1 30 p m Pastor P Craig leads the church activities with stated times and duties.
Sunday's mass is in the morning with daily weekday services at 7 30 a m led by Reverend Jas Canyellas, pastor. The church provides morning worship and regular spiritual services.
A newspaper ad extols Thedford’s Black-Draught as a remedy for constipation and sluggishness. Mrs. Ray Mullins of Safe Arkansas and her husband report it brings relief for biliousness and the tired feeling, while Syrup of Black-Draught is praised for children’s use and palatable taste.
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