Political campaigning heats up as Texas voters weigh amendments
Democratic nominees Preston Smith Ben Barnes and Crawford Martin face sharp Republican attacks before the November 5 election while rivals Eggers DeCluitt Wynn challenge for statewide offices. County leaders press for more money and tax shifts, urging constitutional amendments and finance changes to aid local government and flood insurance.
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Vern Sanford
Texas Press Association
Austin
Preston Smith
Ben Barnes
Crawford Martin
Paul Eggers
Douglas DeCluitt
Sproester Wynn
Manny Sanchez
Brownsville
Jesse James
Goper
E.H. Schullart
Dalhart
John White
Millard Neptune
New Ulm
Jerry Sadler
John Bennett
Jim Segrest
San Antonio
GOP
Bennett
Robert
Calvert
Jim C. Langdon
James
White
Richard Nixon
Texas Municipal League
Texas Water Development Board
Avs
Water Agency
Texas
Texas State Teachers Association
Texas Association of Classroom Teachers
Texas Association of College Teachers
Texas Public Employees Association
Texas A&m
University of Texas
University of Texas Permanent Fund
Norm Cash Shines In Nashville Golf Pro Celebrity Event
Amblin Around notes Norm Cash left his mark after helping the Detroit Tigers win the World Series. The Sul Ross alum joined Music City U.S.A. Pro-Celebrity Golf Invitational in Nashville with Webb Pierce and other pros. Cash impressed in practice, while critics saw room to improve with the bat.
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Sul Ross
Norm Cash
Detroit Tigers
Cash
Nashville
Tenn
Music City
U.S.A
Nashville Tennessean
Norm
Webb Pierce
Decca
Alpine salutes its unsung diplomat Jack Johnson
In a heartfelt letter Alpine resident E Davies commends Jack Johnson, chief of the Alpine Police, as a gifted diplomat who calms tensions and aids community relations through daily service. The writer thanks him for his wit and dedication, noting longevity and experience while praising his sympathetic approach.
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Alpine
Texas
Jack Johnson
E. Davies
Clothing Campaign Encourages Donations for Leprosy Care
The Catholic Bishops Clothing Campaign asks for used garments during November to aid African leprosy patients and promote acceptance of medical treatment.
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Catholic Bishops
Alpine Avalanche Contact Details Copy
Established in 1890 Published Every Thursday by The Alpine Avalanche at 112 N 5th St Alpine Texas P O Box 719 79830 Phone TE7 2114 Second Class Postage Paid at Alpine Texas 79830
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The
Alpine Avalanche
N. 5Th St
Alpine
Texas
P.O
Local Subscription Rates and Notable Names Listed
Brewster Jeff Davis and Presidio Counties pay 4.50 yearly and 2.75 for six months while elsewhere 5.50 yearly and 3.00 for six months. Names listed include James W. Glasscock Mrs. Jean Glasscock Robert J. Glasscock Marie Buckner Lauris Ann Hawkins Hallie Stillwell Trina Chip Angela Ernhart. Publisher notes no responsibility for omissions or typos beyond correction in next issue.
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Brewster, Jeff Davis
Presidio Counties
James W. Glasscock
Jean Glasscock
Robert J. Glasscock
Marie Buckner
Lauris Ann Hawkins
Hallie Stillwell
Trina
Chip
Angela Ernhart
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Pat) Lester
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Kielman
Southwest
Ft. Davis
Marfa
Marathon
Annejo (Frank) Wedin
Marathon Women's Study Club
Travis Roberts
Travis
Ft. Penn Colorado
W.W. Crawford
Bill Smithers
San Luis Potosi
Mexico
Queretaro
TEXA
Press Association
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IBM
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Big Bend Park
Fort Davis
Criber
West Texas Press Associatep
Business
Trans-Pecos Abstract Company
Abstracts OF
Brewster County
Ellyson-Guarantee Abstract Company
Big Bend Abstract Co
6Th St
F. J. Ellyson
Optometrist
Thomas L. Coats
Storey - Whiteside Lumber Co
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