Alpine Avalanche Reports Strike Tensions and Camp Incidents
The Alpine Avalanche notes 400,000 railroad workers vote to strike with 90 percent yes if no settlement soon. It details General Funston’s camp tensions and a fatal shooting involving a negro truck driver named Bob Martin, Edwards, and a guard amid gambling quarrels, claiming a gunfight and injuries at a military camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railroad Brotherhood
United States
Funston
Sam Edwards
Bob Martin
Edwards
Cana
Cook Shack
Daugherty
Mosquitoes Edwards
Alpine
Foote
Official Returns for Democratic Primary in Brewster County 1916
The records list official returns and names across Brewster County for the July 2 1916 Democratic Primary. It names candidates for Railroad Commissioner State Treasurer District Judge County Judge and other county offices with several officials listed including Sheriff Treasurer Assessor and Peace Officers. The text shows a jumble of names, positions and local offices with occasional business notices and an advertisement asserting low prices and utility of goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brewster County
Why Children Hate Music in Local Debate
A fragmented community column examines why children dislike music, debating teaching methods, child interest, and the role of public schools, amid casual remarks and conflicting opinions. The piece includes stray notes about a shop advertisement and personal anecdotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minton
Negro Suspect Bound Over After Knife Incident
The passage notes a man killed after a violent act against a Black man. Edwards surrendered to night watchman Ike Adams. An examining trial before Justice Young led to the defendant being bound over to the grand jury with a $300 bond. Sureties listed as George Shannon, R. Barnett, and Bill Bishop. Marfa New Era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwards
Ike Adams
Justice Young
George Shannon
R. Barnett
Bill Bishop
Incoherent Quote Critique Sparks Fray Over Voter Conduct
Fragmentary remarks critique a Progressive tomb inscription and Texas voter behavior while alleging vagrants in Mexico. The snippet reads as a political jab, mixing constitutional critique with derogatory claims about immigration and public conduct.
Press cost surge pushes papers toward price boosts
The article notes a sharp rise in material costs for newspaper production and job printing over the last ninety days, forcing publishers to consider price increases to avoid bankruptcy. It mentions many New York papers regularly referencing President Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dr. Wilson
Morphy the Chess Prodigy and His Timely Decline
The article recounts Paul Charles Morphy, famed American chess master, his rapid rise in the 19th century, victories in New Orleans and abroad, including matches against European masters in London and New York. It notes his health decline after intense blindfold play and eventual withdrawal from competition, ending with a brief summary of his lasting chess prowess and personal challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Charles Morpay
New Orleans
College of South Caro
New York
Nat
England
Loewenthal
Boden
United States
Serwan Ex Raaen
Hawan
New Oclean
Bluffing to cover debts and employment fears
The piece warns against deceiving others about finances and urges caution with spending. It stresses that living beyond means leads to trouble and that many will face job loss or hardship, urging preparedness for future changes.
Agreed with Him on the Road Guide
A fragmented remark notes agreement with a man about road travel and a guidebook. The speaker implies a thirty year lag and being “pageled” as part of the discourse. The text reflects a dated, informal tone with unclear specifics.
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Alpine Publist
W. J. Yatts
Foitor
Tevas
Looney
Iton
B. Masel
J. M. Mawandsudge
Mypeals
Texas
Maco
Robison State Supt
Land Ofice
Daniel Fe
Jett McLemore
W. K. Sinishisha
M. M. McPatland
Jeph Jones
Atuney
Belcher
A.M. Twines
A. Walley
Sherifana
Colle
Blevins
Walton Jr
Mt. Chasian
M.S. Haske
Anessor
Phelps
Brest
M. Tuyines
A. Morsayner Press
JM. Worthington
Constable Peech
Yates W. Livingston
Peace
Cramton Ice
Mesnandes
Caldwell
Advtetf
Bucky
Baby
Ehtitran
Etn Weil
Stout
Bob
Joseph
Sandifer
Alpine Mercantile Advt
Mexico
W. P. Hinson
Aul Charien Morphy
Hawver Keown
Ponteas
Del
Coftes
GRE Sn
Alpine Bottling Works
Ford
Detroit
West Texas Motor CO
Hones
Hes Clarence Hord
Borderland Auto Co
Mitchell-Gillett Co
Headquarters
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