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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1948

Page

6

Alford No 1 Field Discovery Spurs Texas Oil Debate

Observers say the Alford No 1 near the Upton Reagan line yields over eight barrels per day with a gas oil ratio near 4000 to 1. Railroad Commission official calls it a promising field though estimates vary, citing drilling numbers and casing details as factors in assessing potential output.

Texas Hallinan Upton-Reagan Counline Big Lake Austin William J. Murray Jr Texas Oil Hell

Stassen Visit to Lubbock Announced by Club

Plans set for Jan 18 and 19 as former Minnesota Governor Stassen speaks to Texas Tech students at the Tech gym. He will hold a press conference with Lubbock editors and radio men at the Hilton hotel and address a luncheon.

Stassen Lubbock Harold Texas ‘Technological College Tech Gym South Plains Hilton Hotel

Entries Mount In Stock Show

Fort Worth stock show officials expect nearly 4 000 animals from 16 states to be housed in six new stalls and related facilities as preparations continue. Local organizers cited contributions from E Earl Hamilton R C and other sponsors to support the event.

Fort Worth

Uncle Sam Triumphs Over Shifless Skunks at Bristow Whisky Still

In Bristow Oklahoma on January 10 revenuers faced two armed suspects at a whisky still. A gunfight left the skunks defeated with Uncle Sam leading 2 to 0 as authorities noted there was no effort to pursue an escapee.

Bristow Okla Evens Federal Shadeline Uncle Sam

Ga police chase bird-swat suspect into hotel

A Georgia police pursuit of a bird-swat suspect named W. Clyde Alley ended when officers cornered him inside a hotel. The report mentions a plan to hold a special day event on January 31 and a 4-H clubs show in Texas on February 2 with various local activities and showcases at restaurant and show grounds.

W. Clyde Alley Ler Ariz Shirley Hussey Big Timber Mont Son Texas Silena Olsen and Joneson

Red Tape Slows Wedding Plans

Barbara Grove and Edward Billings finally wed after four days and two car accidents delaying their license. They started at the county clerk in Dunellen then went to Union Village to George Sage for the license, but clerks and red tape caused delays before Clerk Edward A. Schult issued the license.

Dunellen N. J Barbara Grove Edward Billings Union Village George Sage Sage George Edward A. Schult Schult

Duck Feathers and Lead Poison Risk in Shallow Water

A terse note warns workers or foragers to avoid handling lead in shallow water where ducks feed. Lead exposure risks include poisoning when gathering pellets and contaminated materials. Public health guidance urges careful handling and avoidance of direct contact with suspicious sediment.

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