Aldings Avalanche editor notes corrections policy
The Alpine Texas newspaper states it will gladly correct any erroneous reflection upon the character or reputation of any person, firm, or corporation upon notice. It lists subscription rates for Browser, Jeti, and Presidio Counties at 2.50 per year or 1.50 for six months, with reduced terms.
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Constitution Week Observed Acknowledges U S Constitution’s Enduring Strength
The article highlights Constitution Week sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution, celebrating the U S Constitution as Americas oldest written charter. It notes its resilience through wars, from a 13-state nation to a vast republic of 48 states and over 161 million people, thanking God for the Constitution.
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Quiet Driving Contest Suggested for Alpine Youths
Military experts say the Allied victory in World War II owed much to disciplined driving by Americans. In Alpine, some young drivers create ill will with loud exhausts and screeching tires. A suggestion: hold a competition to see who can drive the quietest car. promote goodwill and perhaps win an award.
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Pete's farm life contrast with city routines
Sandy Peterson recalls his nephew Pete working on the farm to toughen for football. Pete, a city kid, struggled with the farmer's schedule and waking at 4:15, highlighting the clash of customs and personal choice.
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It Happened Here 25 Years Ago in Alpine and Nearby
A digest of local notes from Alpine and nearby communities dated Sept. 26, 1990. Reports include Shirley and Otis Seales selling two brick residences on East Ave E, Sul Ross Sub-College admission to the Interscholastic League at a Monahans meeting, Day Mis. State Park road construction planned before year end, and joint Chamb ers of Commerce protests over sign painting in Musquiz Canyon. Also noted are Alpine cemetery name Elm Grove, 200 enrollment at Sub-College, Pecos defeating Sul Ross Sub-College 13 0, Dr. W T Stokes resuming medical practice, Alpine Country Club officers, Midway Cafe management change, and coronation plans for Alpine and Sul Ross duchesses and maids of honor. The item also mentions a Western Front film at Major Theatre and a Grand Rapids tree incident in which a falling tree damaged a roof after rotted trunk was found.
Wild Frontiersman Pendleton Scout Ranch campers
In Pendleton Oregon Municipal Judge Jack Lee advised a vagrant calling himself Davy Crockett to go to Hollywood for work. The note capped a story about more than 10,000 Scouts and Leaders at the Philmont Scout Ranch spanning 127000 acres near Cimarron New Mexico, enjoying a high adventure camping experience last year.
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