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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1922
Page
2
An editorial laments religious bias in Texas primaries as Ku Klux Klan candidates gain support on a platform of Protestant exclusion. It warns against sectarian hate harming communities and stresses the issue remains ahead of the November general election.
A New York Times comment on Governor Allen Kansas and editor William Allen White accuses White of conspiracy against the Kansas industrial court and displaying a placard from his office window supporting striking railroad shopmen. It argues that true constitution values protect both private property and free speech, warning against selective adherence.
Voters prepare for the Texas runoff primary scheduled for August 2. Many candidates who ran in the recent primary have withdrawn, leaving a reshaped field as the campaign continues.
In Brewster County the second primary yields tight contests for state offices. Former Governor James Ferguson competes with For B Mayfield in the senatorial contest, while Ed Bentley faces D. MON Marrs for superintendent of public instruction. Billie Mayfield and Dr. Davidson battle for lieutenant governor.
The piece argues that most minds resist change, citing history and Henry W. Grady. It laments Brewster County Alpine residents for closed minds, warns progress requires adaptation, and notes Texas politicians push tax cuts for votes while denouncing anti-lynching bills as unconstitutional.
A Kansas led Interstate Commerce Commission party inspected Orient Property in Alpine after reporting that Kansas City Mexico and Orient Railway shops at San Angelo and Wichita would close indefinitely. Only essential running repairs will occur, with major layoffs and possible suspension without ICC relief. The piece also rails against immigrant labor and union influence.
Texas radio market report shows the Sulphur Springs-Omaha watermelon deal nearing close with movement northward and steady prices in East Texas. Week notes include carlot prices for watermelons and cantaloupes, sharp drops in Kansas City jobbing, rising cattle and hog prices, lamb steadiness, and mixed sheep trends. Cotton spot prices are listed for Dallas, Ft Worth, and Houston, with grain market openings noted.
We will have our regular services at the Christian Church next Sunday both morning and evening. H. M. BANDY, Min. PIGS FOR SALE Pigs 6 weeks old $2.50 each one year Weer cAired big tas Poland China pigs one month old $5.00 each. Mrs. W. L. Means. Phone 202.
Mrs. C. FE. Allen will sing Star of the Fast at the evening service. Alpine Studios at 32-St advertises cameras films portraits and all photographic supplies for sale or call.
The federal aid act of 1916 shifts most highway planning and funding to state departments. By 17 states, existing or new departments oversee over 60 percent of road work, ensuring trained engineers, centralized spending, and coherent development for taxpayers.
The Bureau of Public Roads reports average costs per square yard for country road paving across the United States for 1916 1 including sand clay 15 cents gravel 46 cents plain and surface treated macadam something bituminous macadam 210 bituminous concrete 250 plain cement concrete 257 reinforced cement concrete 274 brick 410. Costs exclude grading and vary by locality with regional differences noted and state group data available.
Officials expect higher farm prices as government road projects expand. The government will spend more than ever on roads this year and states and counties will cooperate within their financial abilities to support the program.
The first shipment of surplus War material used by the occupying army in Germany has arrived in Brooklyn on July 1 and will be distributed among states by the Bureau of Public Roads. The load includes 30 trucks seven tractors concrete fixers and three road rollers with more equipment to follow from Germany.
Banks and individual bankers in Brewster county Texas may bid to hold Alpine Independent School District funds for the year starting September 1922 bids due August 31 1922 at 10 am. Bids must show interest rate and include a $100 bond as good faith. The winning bond will be $66 000. The board may reject any bid. J Jackson.
Notice of sheriff sale announcing public auction of T N Alison's property in Alpine Texas. The sale follows a June 1922 judgment in favor of A M Turney, with the land description block 77 Hancock Addition and date set for the first Tuesday in September 1922 at the Brewster County courthouse.
In Washington a bill authorizing 140000000 for good roads over the next two years won approval 280 to 81. The plan allocates 5000000 by June 30 1928 and 75000000 by June 30 1924.
In 1821 Quebec Province completed 416 miles of new roads and now maintains over 4 000 miles in perfect repair across the province.
A classified notice advertises guaranteed windmill pump maintenance with carpentry and wallpaper services. It highlights prompt service and contact options for local customers seeking repairs and home improvement.
The Sul Ross State Normal College advertises a four year curriculum with a two year sub collegiate normal school and a two year collegiate program. No tuition is charged and textbooks are provided free for students who study there with a flat entrance fee. The city of Alpine offers hospitality and support for students and the president is R. L. Marquis.
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