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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1911
Page
4
A historical note describes a hiccough cure attributed to Dr. Petit of Hesamont France using powdered sugar to stop a convulsive diaphragm contraction instantly. It claims the sugar acts without water and suggests any inert powder might work, though the text emphasizes the remedy’s simple effectiveness.
In a rustic exchange a man named Witherbee asks a passing farmer for payment to pull his ear from the mud. The farmer declines, saying conscience wouldn’t rest if he took such pay. Witherbee protests and praises hearing honesty, while an elder remarks on offers made.
A peculiar note describes a fly's ascent on a window pane and the habitual order of movement from top to bottom and back, as observed by the Milwaukee Sentinel. It claims a fly crawled up a pane thirty two times and reflects on minute particles. The text also mentions a mouse's behavior and a fly’s reactions to food sources and water surfaces in a fragmentary, semi technical tone.
A reporter notes the hush of a stage career with a covident actress resisting constant photography. She allows a recent portrait to be used by the Water News, claiming it was taken just yesterday and not yet reproduced. The piece touches on judging, sherbet, and a European extract praised for its quality.
An excerpt describes a high minded yet artificial etiquette among children. It notes girls aged ten to twelve from wealthy neighborhoods inspecting others petticoats to exclude newcomers who lack proper clothing. The piece contrasts cruelty with resilience and questions true character over appearance.
A Chicago Evening Post item recalls a disturbingly described incident in an asylum classroom. A bullying outsider asserts superiority, throws chairs, and attacks a pupil until the teacher intervenes. The bully is warned but faces retaliation as chairs are toppled one by one.
Fragmentary text appears to describe a debate over propriety and graft in public office. The speaker asserts honesty despite temptations, warning of graft losses and public funds misused. The scene shifts to a rustic republic between Switzerland and France, with minimal governance and winter closures.
The 32nd Legislature authorized county commissioners to set aside up to one thousand dollars for farm experiment and demonstration work. The Devine Reporter argues every Texas county should invest the full amount to show farmers which crops and cultivation methods fit local conditions and promote modern farming techniques over outdated practices.
Milkh cows offered from $40 to $60 by G Ltt Jackson and Hanon. Buyers urged to view the herd before purchase. Two good milch cows available now as part of the sale listing.
The notice invites visiting Woodmen to join a forthcoming meeting hosted by Gainer, CC and Brother Warren, with particulars noted by Clerk Halmer. The fragment mentions Lodge No. 423 and a scheduled meeting at Tan A Phare hd Dronthe Tass A. Bunn, GoWe Nanton, RoE 8.
Alpine Commercial Club invites strangers and visitors to make headquarters at its offices at Conver RY AVE and Seventh St. Members are also urged to call Secretary Strinann for information and arrangement.
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