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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1929
Page
2
Brewster Square paper in Alpine Davis Mountains urges accuracy in notices and apologies for any personal statements. It lists donation phrases and reads that subscriptions and reading notices carry special rates, noting publication as second class matter and referencing a 1879 act.
Quote reflecting belief in a shared constitution and ongoing miracle of its endurance, contrasting prejudice against patriotic defense and the enduring legacy of war veterans. The speaker urges unity and steadfast commitment to the founding framework.
Sul Ross officials regents and Alpine citizens celebrate a 150 000 appropriation approved by the Texas Legislature to support Sul Ross College. The action is hailed as the state’s recognition and a boost to the college’s future, with Alpine and West Texas backing the endeavor.
The fragment argues that road construction is vital to global development, citing tenacious road networks and large-scale projects. It emphasizes the need to expand secondary roads to open new land for highway systems, comparing traffic growth to dirigibles and gas bags, and suggests social and economic pressures threaten progress.
Officials urge intensified fire prevention and building inspection to cut fire losses. The document cites recent Cleveland blaze as proof of carelessness in storage and calls for stronger water systems, improved fire departments, and ongoing public duty in the war against fire.
A testimonial from Joe B. Canlaard of 338 Washington Boulevard Beaumont Texas claims rapid weight gain and renewed energy after using Sargon Pills. He says constipation improved, appetite returned, and strength increased, praising the product’s effects and calling it The Medicine With a Million Friends.
Brewster County invites bids to supply toilets with within fireproof specifications. Bids due by 10 a m on September 9. A certified check for a percentage of the bid amount accompanies the bid. County Judge D Wood reserves right to reject any bid and to cancel the process.
The Avalanche plans to install an advertising service and casting box for illustrations, selecting Meyer Booth service of Chicago. The paper will switch from six to seven columns, a challenging change. An order for four new metal saws to cut linotype metal is also noted.
The article notes that metal cuts were completed and the casting bar was installed as a result. This brief item records a sequence of workshop events without additional context.
The Brewster County Commissioners Court invites sealed bids by 10 a m September 9 for a 40 foot reinforced concrete bridge span across Maravailles Creek in Precinct 3. Include a 5 percent bid check payable to the County Judge. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. D Wood County Judge.
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