Bits From Rounn Lovell Pitman and Alpine Bits
Fragmented notes from Alpine and surrounding towns report births and weddings, visits by families and ranchers, and local movements. Among them a baby boy born yesterday to Mr and Mrs J. F. Jackson. several trips to El Paso and San Antonio for events. visitors staying with relatives in Alpine. and various local professionals relocating or attending events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gillett
Cad Anthony
el Paso
Ft Sy
Winnifred Kennedy
Ko. Lewis
FE. Gillett
Mr. Gillett
Brewster County Exclusion Protest Aired In State Talks
Secretary reported to the senator that agents' evidence did not justify certifying Brewster County now. If facts show otherwise, the matter would be reconsidered. Senator Connally noted freight rate cuts are voluntary as the government cannot force reductions. Alpine and Brewster County residents protested exclusion, with J. D. Jackson, C. D. Wood, Sheriff W. O. Male and local banks among signers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin Herkeley
First National Bank
State Howat Bank
Plans for Mexican civic groups travel to Alpine tour
Representatives of civic organizations and city officials plan a territorial trip abroad at seemingly similar rates. The voyage includes Alpine as a first lengthy stop, then Presidio, then into Mexico visiting Chihuahua City Torreon Mexico City San Luis Potosi Monterey and other cities over twelve days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U of Mexican
Newt
Angelo
Alpine
Presidio
Mexico
Chihuahua City
Torreon
Mexic City
San Luis
Potos
Monterey
Puts In Control Upgrade For Santa Fe Line
A report details an $ issue with a new signaling device to streamline switching and reduce human error. The system, to be used when the Santa Fe begins its regular schedule, promises time savings and enhanced safety with clear board signals showing each train position. Santa Fe has leased SP trackage for a short stretch to handle increased traffic from two different companies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Alpine
Toronto
Southern Pacific
Trains Switch Tracks West of Pioche in Alpine Line
Rail workers coordinate to keep line clear before crossing trains. Alpine operators check the board and throw the switch only when the track is free, allowing the westbound 8. F. train to enter the line toward Alpine.
Bucks Set for Key District Clash At Alpine
Alpine leads the district as Pecos and Pyote prepare for a northern league game. Both teams seek strong showings to shape final standings. Alpine fields strong material but slow in learning plays while Marta, after losses, has offense in good working order. Fans expect a top matchup with determined squads refining defense and execution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marta
Sul Res
Bucks
Pecos
Pyote
al Ially
Alpine
Lobo Mountaineers battle in muddied clash ends with scoreless start
In a gritty game Schreiner relies on rest of squad while Graves uses nearly all players. Early third quarter Lobo runs 47 yards but Schreiner defense stalls them. Multiple punts, blocks, and fumbles disrupt drives as both teams struggle for scoring chances.
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Schreiner
Graves
Mountaineers
Lehreiner
Dean
Hardin
Newton
Robinson
Moulden
Lanks
Sul Ross
Is & Lobo
Hanks
Cannon
Lobo
Kes
Lobostak
Mares
Ofchreiner
Banks
Bozarth
Him
Schrenner
Kerrville Boys
Acker
Late 19th Century Sul Ross vs Schreiner Football Scoring
A hard fought game ends with Schreiner leading 7 to 6 as several punts, blocked kicks, and end runs shape the second half. Key players include Cannon Acker Arthur Lehrein Schreiner and Starnes with punt exchanges and multiple yardage contests before final whistle.
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Cannon
Acker
Arthur
Sul Ross
Lehrein
Hine
Lobo
Lehrein Tr
Young
P Acker
Sehreiner
En Wanleme Fe Sation
Ale Sul Rose
Starnes
Biking
Terri
Cain
Dorarth
McLean
Elkins
Marrs
Terrill
Connally
Smith
Williams
Schreiner
Bo" Arthur
Doherty
Dyer
Sal Ross
Labo
Youns
Banks
New Sul Ross Library Gets Furnished For Move
Ida Faye Hamilton announces 13 000 books and pamphlets will transfer to the new Sul Ross library as two truckloads of fixtures arrive from Chicago. The stack room will hold steel shelves while reading rooms feature light oak fixtures. The main reading room will seat 450. children and periodical rooms 50 each. The library plans a move this week with 500 trips required and aims to be ready for students by October 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Faye Hamilton
Stude Ypaney
Chicago Library Bureau
United States
Sul Ross
Bats Flee Carlsbad Cavern as Man Lights Affect Habitat
Millions of bats abandon Carlsbad Cavern amid civilization and artificial lighting. The exodus traces to Jim White’s discovery and the ensuing guano mining by the California Guano Company, reshaping the cavern’s use and local ecology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guadalupes
Carlsbad Cavern
Pecos
Carlsbad
Jim White
The
Park Service
California Guano Company
Jim
White
West Texas D C Seeks Drouth Relief Aid From Washington
The West Texas chamber of commerce sent a four man committee led by D A Bandeen to Washington to press for federal drouth relief. They reported favorable reception and promises to add 20 counties, urging each county to file its own case while noting broad support for a legislative relief program. James Terry of Kansas City obtained a court order banning a neighbor from playing a phonograph after 11 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Texas
Tate
Wnrzation
James Terry
Kansas City
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Meg. C. Ray
Meg J. F. Jackson
Paso
Aagudter
J.B. Casner
Mr. Casner
John W. McIntyre
Shatter
Della Runyan
J.D. Jackson
San Antonio
D. Wood
Ho Springs
B. ¥. Berkeley
Ho Grande
Jett
Mrs & Jett
Baxle
Henderson
VW Fetitt
Marathon
Mer TA
Cough
Mra FA
Mitch Bel Hord
Mewran
Wade
Will Vatter
Tyler
Jim Espy
Port Davin
Roger Tyler
Marfa
Clinton Beell
Lewis
Fat Terlingua
Clinton Eeell
Ack
H. Avick of
McCamey
van Horn
Jewel Mollebeke
Snyder
Hurd
Murch
Easton
Sweetwater F
Western Union
Cromwell
Bettie
Herbert Kokernot
Mary Ann
Lulater White
J. W. Kixom
W. van Site
Harmon Carpenter
Ben Franklin
Charles F. Jack
Georgia Lee Smither
Alpine Thursaday
Crystal City
A. Glober
Dallow
Justion
Keels
LOBOS
Canon
Little Bo
Ives
Hamilton
Chicago Library Bureau of
Chic Mil
D. C
Pennington Drug Company
Nyal
Holland Ave
Mojave
Western Electric Sound System
Western Front
Qqaramoun
Wesley Barry
Nancy Dover
Pauline Garon
Henister
Pthe Spoilers
Eax Biach
Gary Cooper
Kay Johnson
Betty Compson
Harry Green
James Kirkwood
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