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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
2
The piece outlines the archduke assassination as the spark igniting World War I, detailing Austro-Hungary and Serbia tensions, German and Russian positions, and diplomatic missteps. It portrays Austria’s decisive action, Serbia’s provocation, and shifting alliances as the world braces for broader conflict.
The text reflects wartime commentary on national and racial tensions involving Russia and Germany, followed by scattered church notices. It mentions foreign policy views attributed to the czar’s government and the Servian assassination as a trigger, then lists services and pastor names for several local churches including Woodmen Hall, the Avalanche, and Lutheran/German services with times and locations.
Beiead by 2etta Davie in the local option election held here Saturday the antis won by a large majority. Also notes about burglaries and local social visits. Other items include business adverts for Ford agency in Brewster Presidio and A Crain, plus local notices and moves.
The fake reports by some candidates trash the party, as they flood the public with literature and travel long distances while padding expenses. A candidate who lies on an expense account betrays public trust and deserves removal from office or prison.
The Ame san Tobacco Company reports cigarette sales surged by 374 million last year though not representing actual consumption. The report argues cigarettes grew 20 percent in 12 months, becoming a social problem as reformers focus on whiskey and the dope habit rises alongside cigarettes.
Texan reformers at their last Tenn meeting urge separation of youths ages 17 to 25 from hardened criminals. They argue the present system trains them as farmers or wards of the state and propose a new reform school or trades training to produce useful citizens after discharge. Criminology studies influence their stance.
For sale a studebaker buckboard in nearly new condition with one set medium heavy driving harness. Located in Fort Stockton Texas. Ad shows Caldwell has it. Advt. dated July 30 1941. Neal Tanquary listed.
Moyan up to now dehorner they never fail Henderson offers Galloway cattle for sale at Aum 6 Treas station.
Notice is given that all parties are forbidden under penalty of law to hunt fish camp or trespass upon my property. Advised by Jason W Janes.
For sale fifty head of extra high trade yearling heifers from Jack Brown cows at ranch E. L. Bogel Marfa Texas Ad 7 2 1. A comfortable four room house and three lots in central town will sell cheap for cash or terms. Apply this office Advt Alpine Tailoring Co. represents Model Steam Laundry San Angelo all laundry called for and delivered. Ad.
A list of Democratic nominees and officeholders across Brewster and surrounding counties. Includes primary selections for county and precinct roles such as Tax Collector, County Attorney, District Clerk, Surveyor, Justice of the Peace, Constable, Commissioner, and chair roles on the Democratic Executive Committee. Names listed include Yonty Sasce, Walton, W. Phelps, W. M. Harmon, W. H. Lease, H. T. Pletcher, Jas. Manning, R. A. Wilson, Miguel Hernandez, and Jim B. Wilson.
Home Economies Department of Texas promotes canning at home to preserve surplus fruits and vegetables. Emphasizes using glass jars, a large kettle with a rack, steam cooker or plain canner, and selecting ripe but not overripe produce. Describes prep steps and the basic canning method.
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