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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1930
Page
6
A jumble of village banter and odd anecdotes unfolds from a late evening scene. Characters debate attire and social norms while a milkman story, a bank notice, and a peculiar plea for aid weave through the chatter. An Avalanche reader recalls a 35 year old tale of a merchant order and a newborn.
Church notices describe upcoming revival meeting from September 21 to 28 with citywide invitation including a dance in the service. W S McPherson D D pastor and church leaders urge planning for next year's work while detailing Sunday worship times and activities at various congregations including Presbyterian and Christian Science churches.
A damaged collage of classified notices and ad fragments lists rates, cash in advance, and warnings about charging accounts. It mentions a stolen pumpkin case near North Sixth, an offer for a yearling two-year-old bull, dairy prices, and a portable electric device for sale with contact details and location notes.
Reverend L R Millican, famed as Brother Larry, at 77 continues frontier evangelism that shaped West Texas Baptist history. He organized Paisano camp meeting, recalls Sam Houston days, and praises personal evangelism amid rising western towns. He and wife endured frontier hardships but remain active with grandchildren and the faith community.
H R Gard an engineer associated with 107 North 6th Street and the Ket House near Alpine Texas occupies Box 900 in Alpine. The fragment mentions a grade school reference and a location in Alpine Texas with a street and box designation.
Local sale notice lists Best Bargains this week under listing No. 1908. Items include household goods and clearance merchandise with prices noted in early 20th century catalog style.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a property with many slots and measurements but contains unclear text and missing key details. The readable bits reference estate-related terms without coherent numbers or official actions. No definite parties, dates, or location can be determined from the fragment.
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