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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1948
Page
2
Highlights include a PTA funded Hallowe'en carnival, Fort Stockton and Biggs Field housing rumors, a local health department addition at Fort Stockton schools, and praise for Sul Rosson’s Homecoming. Also notes brisk mornings, local radio chatter, and public office comment on civic oversight.
Local update describes approval to relocate the C of C building and hints at a dedication day. Slim Walker opens a remodeled Brother Walker cafe on Holland Avenue. PTA Halloween carnival and Barn dance planned with Lions Club support. A playful look at voting and local civic activity urges participation. Big Bend Trail association meeting praised for promoting traffic to Big Bend National Park and supporting Alpine merchants.
Miss Jackie Newton of Wickett niece of Mrs. Chas Livingston was awarded the highest honor at Tulsa University recently. The Monahans News notes Newton a university senior and music major has won multiple honors including selection as a UNESCO college representative to study the United Nations organization.
Classified notice announces sealed bids for a Plymouth four door sedan. Details include bid submission process, deadline, and location for bid drop off. Potential buyers are urged to review vehicle condition and terms before bidding.
The black 1946 model motor number P15 42425 car is open for inspection weekdays 8 to 5. Bids require a five percent cashier’s check, with balance due within 24 hours of award. Bids read aloud at 10:00 a.m. Saturday October 30 1948 in the College Business Office. R M Hawkins President Sul Ross State Teachers College.
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