Fort Davis Car Crash Amid Mexican Rodeo Celebration
A battered Ford touring car involved in a multi-vehicle wreck on the main road near the old fort during the Mexican two day rodeo. Rain and fog hindered visibility as several drivers, including Nalor Tersero and Roe Miller, collided with the stranded vehicle causing damage to fenders tires and the windshield. One occupant sustained a serious wrist injury.
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Fort Davis
Old Fort
Ford
Nalor ‘Tersero
Roe Miller
Roe
Kit Leverett
Enrique Jimenez
Wright
Alpine
Fire disrupts Hicks day night show at schoolhouse
A projector jammed during a Hicks schoolhouse screening caused a small blaze, burning one reel and prompting the operator to shut the system. No injuries reported as fire crews cleared debris and the material was removed safely. Damaged reels and repairs are being assessed.
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Justin
Hicks
Bridge Club Meeting Adorns Tu Club With Scarlet Dahlias
Mes Ft Sprowt hosted a Tuesday bridge gathering at the Tu Club with dahlias in scarlet and gold. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. Kenneth Smith for high score vanity, Mrs Huston Mitchell for second prize boudoir pillow, and Mrs. Joe Kingston for low score, with many attendees listed including Mrs. Mary Neville, Mrs. W. M. Terry, Mrs. Wilton, Miss Pauline, Mrs. Jessie Ibard, and others from Fort Davis, Toyahville, and Marfa.
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Tu Club
Kenneth Smith
Huston Mitchell
Joe Kingston
Mra
Mary Neville
W. M. Terry
Wilton
Pauline
Jessie Ibard
Buck Poole
Burton Mitchell
Marfa
Jor Kingston
Toyahville
Fort Davis
Harold Thompson
H. M. Jones
Edwin Fowlks
Kenneth Stewart
Bi. Holland, Sr
Walter Negley
W. Leverett
Frank Jones
B.C. Williams
KM. Gray
Joneses Abound in Yard War on a Quiet Day
Fragments describe a crowded scene of many Joneses in a neighborhood gathering. The brief notes hint at family and social ties amid everyday life, with a focus on common households and community dynamics.
Oil Wells Progressing North of Harilia Mountains
Report from Wiecone indicates Drake oil prospect north of the Harilia mountains is down 5,300 feet with two sites 1.5 miles from the current prospect. Humble well in Limpia Canyon about 2,500 feet drilling. Dr and Mrs IRL progressing to Alpine. Walker of a Tuesday visit. Rey MOP Hines noted during the day.
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Wiecone
Drake
Harilia Mountains
Limpia Canyon
Odd Fellows and Rebeccas mark seventy fifth anniversary
The event at Mt 1 hall featured a spelling bee as the main attraction with Judge Weatherby and Mrs. Weatherby prominent. Mrs Miller’s side claimed victory in a lively competition, aided by guests like Mrs Ellis and John Gaither Merrill. Other amusements kept the crowd amused during the anniversary celebration.
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C. F
Rebeccas
Odd Fellows
Weatherby
Waterloo
Wil Granger
Judge Weatherby
Flaton
Rebecca Organization
Fort Davi Postmaster Says Not Yet
Postmaster Bogle faces curious strangers asking about his residence in Fort Davi. He replies with a simple not yet statement, reflecting ongoing questions about his living status as the community mulled local affairs.
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Postmaster Bogle
Fort Davi
Passenger’s death follows crash that killed friend in Port Stockton
In Port Stockton Texas a man killed himself after his friend perished in a wreck. The incident left authorities and residents shaken as details remain unclear.
Christian Science Services Sundays at 11 a.m.
The Mojave Theatre will host Christian Science services every Sunday at 11 a.m. The public is cordially invited to attend.
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Christian Science Services
Mojave ‘Theatre
For Sale 28 Yearling Hereford Bulls
Mrs J C Bird of Alpine Texas advertises 28 yearling Hereford bulls for sale with contact notice dated 8 20. The listing notes a livestock sale prospect and location in Alpine.
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J.C. Bird
Alpine
Texas
Immediate sale of 50 head young cows and heifers
W A Daugherty announces immediate sale of 50 head young cows and heifers with first delivery terms and a high close Witt contract. He invites interested buyers to meet at City Office for details and arrangements.
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Cardus
Taide
Cardui
All Drugatate
Crawford Insurance Agency Firm
Automobile, Bonds
statnen—Sanderso
Chas. Livingston
Yates & Son
John Perkins
W. H. Ragin
Alpine, Brewster Co
Tex
van Sickle & Fisher
Louis J. Baker
Optometrist
Alpine, Texas
Pete Crawford Gide
Big Bend
Cou Alpine, Texas
K. Lange
Avalanche
Little Ol’ Ford
Ella Johnson
Mary
Roberta Spro
Byron
Mine Johnson
el Paso
Miss Johnson
Dorothy Weatherby
Mela Willow
Richard Merrill
Irving
Keesey Miller
George Wilhby
Herbert Mloys
Vernon Nse
Matthews
Muth Bepy
Waxahachie
Trinity University
Carlton
Rene Irving
Mrs. Roark
Marta
G. W. Davia
Eva
May Edwards
Denton
The
College of Industrial Arts
Br. Irving
N. KB. Chilton
Sanderson
Denver
Mra Chilton
J. J. Chadburn
J.P Weatherby
Columbo
Dr. Schuler
Southern Methodist University At
Dallas
Victor J. Smith
Kers College
Jim Jones
Madero Springs
Deving
Walker
Fing
Rey
Chum
Port Stockton
Tex Town
Hay
Brown
Tom
Alpine Steam Laundry
BIG Bend Bread
Hudson's Bakery
BUICK
Fisher
Duco
Casner Motor CO
Alpine Texas
Wm. A. Buchanan
Sandifer Grocery
Alpine Meat Market
Fate & Ray
Davis Mountains
Normal Hill
John Young Land Company
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