Alpine social notices honor Griffin visit Brownwood move
Mrs Mae M Ament and Mr J Epperson entertained Sept 10 with a turkey dinner at Mrs Aments southwest Alpine home honoring Mr and Mrs Gordon Griffin who left for Brownwood the following Saturday. Attending were Edward W Smith Cartledge family Shults Koury Griffin Epperson and hosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae M. Ament
J. . Epperson
Gordon Griffin
Brownwood
Ament
Alpine
Edward W. Smith
Court of Civil Appeals
San Anthonio
Alpine Grove Woodmen Circle Meets In Sherman
The Alpine Grove No. 67 Woodmen Circle met at Mrs Oma Doole s home for a regular monthly gathering at 4 pm Wednesday A War Bond purchase is planned for the month A birthday gift will reach Miss Jacqueline Ward in the Woodmen Circle Home at Sherman Texas The next meeting will be October 21 at 4 pm the home of Mrs Thelma Williams Refreshments were served to Mesdames Azile Davidson Jane Burling Fern Garrett Frieda Wade Metta Williams and Thelma Williams Reporter
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine Grove
Woodmen Circle
Oma Doole
Jacqueline Ward
Sherman
Texas
Thelma Williams
Jane Burling
Fern Garrett
Frieda ‘Wade
Metta Williams
Mrs Gillett Honored At Bridge Party
A surprise handkerchief shower and bridge party honored Mrs. Gillett at the home of Mrs. J. S. Hord hosted by the Wednesday Bridge Club. Present were Mrs. Mab McCool, Mrs. G W Baines, Mrs. Graves Bogel, Mrs. Crenan Hudson, Mrs. Lois McIntyre, Mrs. C D Wood, Mrs. Gene Parr, Mrs. J B Hord and Mrs. C M Boubreaux. Mrs. Gillett won high with cards, Mrs. Wood second. prizes were decks of cards. An ice course followed the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felix deGaughy
Lucky Thirteen
Edgar Martin
H. L. Kokernot Jr
Gene Benson
L. D. Harris
Sam Nelson
Neil Brown
Mary Virginia McIntyre
Eva Chaffin
Nelson
Harris
McGaraghy
Bridge Club
J. S. Hord
Gillett
Mab’ ‘McCool
G. W. Baines
Graves Bogel
Crenan’ Hudson
Lois McIntyre
C. D. Wood
Gene Parr
Miss Emugene Hill and Sg t Dunlap Marry at Legion Hall
Miss Emugene Hill daughter of Mrs T M Hill wed Staff Sgt Ralph E Dunlap stationed at Ft D A Russell Birmingham Alabama native. The ceremony led by Rev Winfred Kelton Nazarene church in Legion Hall last Sunday at 8 30 p m. The bride wore a beige traveling suit with Bible a gift from an aunt. They plan to reside in quarters at Ft D A Russell Oct 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legion Hall
Winfred Kelton
the Nazarene Church
Holy Wedock
Emugene Hill
T. M. Hill
Statt
Ralph E. Dunlap
Ft. D. A
Starnes Hosts Al Fresco Supper Anniversary Honor
Mr and Mrs Gerry Starnes celebrated their second wedding anniversary and honored Mrs G H Harfst at an al fresco supper held at their new home. Guests included Mrs Harfst daughter Kathrine and son G H, Mr and Mrs B W E Williams, Mr and Mrs J Coleman, Rose Winnette Coleman, Beverly Nixon, Shellie Barnes, G estg Kempen, Lucille Kempen, Emifly bow Harris, Mab McCool and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana Airs
Gerry Starnes
G. H. Harfst
Harist
Katherine
G. H
B. W. E. Williams
J. ©. Coleman
Rose Winnette Coleman
Birthday party for Mickey Logan celebrated
Little Mickey Logan hosted a party on his first birthday with his friends from Alpine. His mother served cake and punch with zwieback as refreshments. Balloons were given as favors to attendees including Linda McEachern Sarah Jo Curley Marjie Lou Roberts Jimmie Swann Kay Beth Braswell Jerry Charles Starnes and Sissy LaBeff-Con tributed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mickey Logan
Alpine
Mickey
Linda McEachern
Sarah Jo Curley
Marjie
Lou Roberts
Jimmie Swann
Kay Beth Braswell
Jerry Charles Starnes
Sissy LaBeff
Miss Lucyle Ferguson Engaged to Sgt Joe Clark
Mrs H W Ferguson announces the engagement of her daughter Lucyle to First Sergeant Joe Clark son of Bri and Mrs D K Clark of Phoenix Arizona The marriage is planned for early October in Paris Texas Alpine guests attended a dinner at Parisado hotel Marfa with Mr and Mrs J E Burgess Mr and Mrs J W Shepperd Mrs L Harris and Mrs Edgar Martin
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucyle Ferguson
Joe Clark
H. W. Ferguson
Lucyle
Ser‘geant Clark
Bri
D. K. Clark
Phoenix
Arizona
Paris
Texas
Cecil Johnson
Paisado Hotel
Marfa
J. E. Burgess
J. W. Shepperd
L. . Harris
Edgar Martin
Study Group of Our Lady of Peace Meets at Legion Hall
The Study Group of Our Lady of Peace chapel hosted friends and members on Wednesday October 9 at the Legion Hall. Newcomers were welcomed and the president Mrs Santiago Campbell was surprised with a handkerchief shower before she leaves for Los Angeles Reporter. Mr and Mrs J W Gilmer hosted a barbecue supper Tuesday night for their son Jesse B Gilmer of Amarillo visiting Alpine. Guests included D R Elliott Milton Gilmer and son, Capt H H Harris, R J Trotter, the hosts and guest of honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Our Lady of Peace Chapel
Legion Hall
Santiago Campbell
Campbell
Los Angeles
J. W. Gilmer
Jesse B. Gilmer
Amarillo
Alpine
D. R. Elliott
Milton Gilmer
Sonny
Capt
H. H. Harris
R. J. Trotter
Easter Rotary attendance report and defense guard notes
The Alpine Rotary reports three perfect meetings in September with all members urged to attend next Thursday. Visiting Rotarians Leonard R. Mauldin and Herschel Hord attended. guests included John Cox Wright family and J. Strother Moore of El Paso. Dick Bankhead discussed a magazine story on intelligence exposure via radio and press. Glenn Burgess described the Texas Defense Guard training at Camp Bulls and its role in internal security, training for four weeks with state and regular army cooperation. Texas ranked highly in 1940 meat production, led in lamb, and trailed in pork.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine Club
Leonard
R. Mauldin
San Angelo
Herschel Hord
Marfa
John Cox Wright
Father Joel
J. Strother Moore
el Pago
Chas
Livingston Dick Bankhead
Japan
Glenn Burgess
Camp Bulls
Texas Defense
Defense Guard
Tt 4
Birth of Son to Capt and Mrs Kokernot in Austin
A son was born to Capt. and Mrs. John W. Kokernot in Austin yesterday morning. Capt. Kokernot's mother, Mrs. Ida Kokernot of Alpine, was advised. Capt. Kokernot is in the adjutant general's department in Austin and was recently promoted to captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Kokernot
Austin
Kobernot
Ida Kokernet
Alpine
Kocernot
Adjutant General's Department
Sunday Services At Two Churches In City
At The Churches Presbyterian Church Sunday school opens in all departments at 10 am. Morning worship at 11 o’clock. Evening vespers and student reception at 6 30. Freds Rogers, Pastor. Church school 89 a 9. Jes Schwale, Gen Supt. Morning worship 10 50 Sermon Christian Foundation. Evening service 8. Reception for college students. Ray B. McGrew, Pastor. Sunday Bible school 9 45 a.m. Preaching 10 50 a.m. A hearty welcome awaits you at all of these services. Winifred Kelton, Pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rian Church
Freds
Rogers
Chureh Schoot
Jes Schwale
Christian Foundation
Ray B. McGrew
Winifred Kelton
Christian Church Invites Congregation to Sunday Services
The Friendly Church announces next Sunday's schedule with 9 45 am Sunday school 11 am morning worship including communion 7 pm evening service. Pastor E Buford Isaacks will preach at both morning and evening hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
E. Buford Isaacks
Baptist Church Weekly Schedule and Welcome Note
The notice lists services at 9 45 Sunday school 10 50 morning services 7 30 training union 8 30 evening preaching and a Monday 7 p m event. It extends a cordial welcome to new attendees including White of Sul Ross and all in the Sunday gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Training Union
Ermelon
Sul Ross
Pastor L Wittner Preaches at Church of Christ
The Church of Christ plans a 10 50 a m service led by Pastor L Wittner with mid week Bible class and prayer meetings listed. Details are fragmented but indicate ongoing weekly programs at the Weinestays building and a 490 pm time noted for gatherings.
Christian Science Lesson Text for September Sunday
The notice outlines the Church of Christ Scientist Sunday Lesson Sermon on September 20. It cites the Golden Text from First Corinthians 6 18 about devotion to God over idols and John 3 6 on flesh versus spirit. It also references Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures page 190 describing mortal birth as temporary and immortal man as the real self.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of Christ, Scientist
Mary Baker Eddy
Presbytery selects Rogers for Trinity University opening
Rev. Fred S. Rogers pastor of the local Presbyterian church is elected by the Presbytery of El Paso to represent the body at the opening of Trinity University in San Antonio on September 22. He will depart for San Antonio Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred S. Rogers
Presbyterian Church
Presbytery of
el Paso
Trinity Universty
San Antonio
Rogers
War Bond appeal targets military effort and ships
Editorial rhetoric condemns careless spending while urging citizens to buy War Bonds to support armored tanks and naval ships, framing it as a duty to the men in khaki and blue. The message emphasizes prudent defense funding and patriotic sacrifice through bond purchases.
Victory Party at Fort Davis Gym Joins War Morale
Fort Davis residents gathered at the gym for a Victory Party Friday night with five hosts and hostesses. Decorations featured red white and blue and a large V of flags. Prizes included defense stamps and everyday items while guests enjoyed punch and games to boost morale amid wartime. The event raised spirits as communities supported service members and the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Davis
J. H. Clark
Callie Holt
Arch Garner
W. E. Smith
Leo Fairchild
W. D. Bloys
J "He Clark
R. C. Wright
Russel Me‘fee
T.S. Redford
Nash
W. C. Brown
Pfne
H. Y. Burdine
Miss Timmons Is Home From Pecos Hospital
Miss Timmons, critically ill for weeks in Pecos hospital, has returned home. She is staying with her sister Mrs Joe Carlton and her brother in law Mr. Carlton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Timmons
Pecos Hospital
Joe Carlton
Carlton woman recovering and local notices
Carlton. She is recovering very satisfactorily, they say. Miss Cecelia Thompson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Thompson of Alpine and Fort Davis, is teaching speech in Iraan public schools this year. The Rev. Richard G. Irving and Mrs. Irving are home from a two weeks trip to California and other points of interest on the way. They also were in El Paso several days attending a Presbyterial conference there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert C. Withers
Ida Wilson
L. Robert Withers
Leo Fairchild
San Antonio Thurstas Caldwell
With
L. Robert
el Pas
Salt Lake City
Mrs. Wers
Fort Davis
Betsy Rosse Smith
T. E. Smith
Pecos
Air Force Advanced Flying School
Brooks Field
Robert C. Withiers
C. E. Eaton
Carrie Lou Eaton
San Marcos
Carrie Lou
San Marcos Academy
Grover Jones
As. Jones
Frantinn Eaton
Joneses
Brady
Cecelia Thompson
H. G. Thompson
Alpine
Iraan
Richard G. Irving
Mrs. Irving
California
el Paso
Parent-Teacher association discusses defense work drive
The P T A met for its current year fit program with about 25 to 30 mothers present. Mrs. Charles Webster chaired the meeting which largely focused on women's roles in national efforts and the scrap drive. Principal W J E Smith urged all to help and highlighted Boy Scouts’ part, with six girls performing songs and dances under Mrs J H Clark. Marie Martines read an article on Women’s Place in Defense Work. The group decided to meet monthly on the first Tuesday at 3:30 P M, and the program committee planned future arrangements with Mr. Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiesaay Arermine Anderson
Parent-Teacher Association
Charles Webster
W.J. E. Smith
Boy Scouts
J. H. Clark
Marie Martines
Smith
James R. Wilson Dies at Fort Davis War Site
James R. Wilson, about 30, who worked at a war project near Marta, died suddenly in Fort Davis Saturday night. Survived by a wife and four small children. Funeral and interment were in Winters, his farmer home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James R. Wilson
Marta
Fort Davis
Winters
Ritchey Brothers Seek Bracksaler's Permit for Business
Notice states Ritchey Brothers L. C. and J. F. Ritchey intend to apply for a Class Bracksaler's permit to operate a business at the listed location. The filing outlines owner names and the proposed operation scope as required by local regulatory authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ritchey Brothers
L. C
J. F. Ritchey, Owers
Ancy
Bracksaler
Valley folks visit friends and note large Midland rodeo attendance
Mrs Ben Morriss and MAB Maude Gray spent Tuesday in Valentine visiting friends. Miss Mary Sproul traveled from Alpine to spend time with home folks. Several residents enrolled at Sul Ross College Alpine for courses. Mr J W Espy and others attended the Midland rodeo last Sunday with about 7 500 spectators including 2 000 soldiers admitted free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Morriss
Mab
Maude Gray
Valentine
Mary Sproul
Alpine
Sul Ross
Mildred Bloys
Milton D. Hawes
Jack Dumas
Sul Ross Cole Sae
J. W. Espy
P. Espy
Worth Evans
Clay Espy
Midland
Alpine pair visits Fort Dae vis friends on Tuesday
Mr and Mrs Otis Kimball of Alpine visited friends in Fort Dae vis Tuesday including the J K Millers Mrs W S Miller and Mrs Tyrone Kelly and small son Continued on last page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otis Kimball
Alpine
Fort Daevis
J. K. Millers
W. S. Miller
Tyrone Kelly
Small Som
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Socrety
MR. and
Mrs. Griffin
DMEN
Sgt. Dunlap
Starnes
Rotary News
Webb
Presbyte
Hthodist Church
Lazari
Christian Church
the Friendly Church
A. L. Wittner
Church OF Christ
Gery Ee
Rene
Weinestays
Jas. A. Fry
Christian Science
A.M. Alkire
Fort Davis High School
San Marcos Academy Camp
Hicks Field
Worth
Goodfellow Field
Utah
John Pfitsche
Mes. Pitsche
Sam Antonin
Gulf Coast Army Air Force
North Carolina
Nes. RC. Withers
L.robert
Australia
H.C. Goodman
Goodman
Horace C. Goodman Jr
Thon
Sgt. Goodman
Edward J
Buddy
College Station
Leo
Tike
Waa
Naval Training
Houston
University of Louisiana At Baton Rouge
Takechhild
Mont Nash
J.M. Newton
Cisco
Coleman
Throckmorton
Breckenridge
C. B. Casey
Syl Ross College
Fort Davis Methodist Church
Leonard C. Miller
Ida Jordan
Otis Grubb
Beau McCullcheon
R. C
Elco
Arthur E. Babcock
Clarence
Milton Hawes McCoo Flower
Hicks Gray
Carlton
A. Meets
South Front Street
Marathon
Brewster County
L.C. Ritchey
J. F. Ritchey
Storey-Whiteside Lumber CO
Hitler
Ezell Laundry
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