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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1923
Page
3
A booster in Alpine urges capitalizing local assets to spur enterprises. He cites 250 miles of running water, stone and lime industries, a brick yard, field for open air motion pictures, and a sanitarium amid climate and scenery. McMurry College advances with strong funding and faculty plans.
McMurray College, a Methodist institution, prepares to open September 19 1923 with an administrative building finished and a new dormitory under construction. Additional nearby buildings will be ready for occupancy by the opening date as the school grounds show rapid progress and a strong church mission to educate youth.
Brewster County Texas sheriff announces sale of Juan Gonzales property blocks 17 and 20 Gillis 3rd addition Alpine on Sept 4 1923 between 10 am and 4 pm at courthouse door. Plaintiff Maria Lara v Juan Gonzales judgment dated July 23 1923. Justice Court Precinct No 1. Sheriff E Townsend deputy Irene Peters.
Public notice of a sheriff sale in Alpine Brewster County Texas based on a 1923 judgment in favor of Southland Life Insurance Company against A M Turney for 61.14 dollars plus interest and costs. The sale includes Lots 3 4 5 6 7 8 in Block 24 Alpine. The notice also commands publication of a probate notice for Green Haver deceased with a hearing set in the Brewster County Court.
Notice in Brewster County Texas announces a petition for letters of temporary administration of Albert Stell estate filed by George Stell. The County Judge appointed George Stell temporary administrator on July 24 1923. The August 20 1923 term at Alpine court will hear objections. failure to contest may make appointment permanent.
The article discusses radical changes in the construction of Goodyear truck tires and their impact on traction and service life. It highlights new materials and design approaches aimed at improving grip and durability for commercial trucking applications.
J B Winstanley of Goodyear California notes solid tires now absorb road jolts and provide improved traction. The All Weather Tread and cushion designs raise mileage, with 8-inch solids averaging 5 6 to 9 000 miles and 10 11 12-inch solids 12 000 to 14 000 miles before recutting. Recutting is available at most Goodyear Truck Tire Service Stations.
United States Prohibition Commissioner Roy A Haynes warns that enforcement faces widespread temptation from bootleggers and bribes. He cites a largest known offer of 300000 weekly, notes many bribes go undetected, and argues graft undermines morale and effectiveness of the Volstead era enforcement.
Real estate notice offering 14 lots close in with a well improved property including a good house deep well windmill tank orchard sheds and chicken houses. Apply to owner by phone 134 or P O Box 546.
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