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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
6
A garbled page mixes local quips and social banter about construction delays, a trip for spinach, and plans to educate college students. The chatter references an Alpine man defending married men and asks whether the pen is mightier than the sword amid crime.
Oneida officials state the automobile is a necessary adjunct to detection and prevention of crime. New York State troopers, under Mayor Wart, discuss the role of patrol cars, high mileage usage, and rapid response. The Chevrolet has aided local troopers in extending service, with notable speed during the Auburn prison riot and other incidents.
Classified page describes rates seven cents for first insertion, minimum 26 cents per insertion, cash in advance, and ad preferences. Listings include Young married seeking ranch work, arrivals for sale from McNatt Bros, registered animals, two Garland hot moves, a Kimball plane, wagon house, and other small items with contact details.
Sunday School at First Christian Church 9 45 a m led by H Ferguson aims for high attendance. A union service follows Sunday School, then High Young Peoples C E at 6 45 pm. Evening prayers at Episcopal James Mission rector preaches from Luke 17 12. Presbyterian Church notes Sunday school 10 am, Men’s Bible class in church, union revival starts next Sunday 11 am. Church of Christ Bible study 10 am preaching 11 am Young People 7 pm study Wednesday 6 15. Sale ads for electric washing machine, portable sewing machine, barber and tailoring services listed. rental notices for houses and apartments.
The Presidio Townsite company moved its offices to Presidio from Wichita Kansas. Fr Horn general manager will oversee activities in the border city. Dr Monroe Slack and L L Lockley will manage operations at the Santa Fe hotel site. The firm plans to stock watches and diamonds and offers watch repair experience across several cities. Local aid after a residential fire is acknowledged.
The 61d Timers plan a regular dance at the skating rink north of town on Fort Davis coach road. Rink management donated use free of charge. Mable will be provided by McGinley’s Alpiners. The College Inn is offering meals as advertised.
Slack and Lockley of Marfa have opened a watch repair and optometry shop at the same stand, buying out Dr. L. J. Baker's equipment. The new venture combines repair services with eye care offerings in Marfa.
The Buffalo Reserve plans to expand Houserock Valley to boost bison habitat with support from the American Bison Society. The state commission has asked the Government to add 100000 acres to the reserve.
For sale notices describe three sections totaling 1920 acres in the quicksilver mineral belt in Brewster county. Prices cut to 8.95 with balance to suit. Also listed is a wind estate describing 44 by 128 by 68 feet blocks on European Avenue, priced at 2850 with half cash and easy balance. Five rooms near the college described as attractive on College Avenue.
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