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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1915
Page
5
A public forum speech by SA Kemp, president of the Texas Cotton Center, urges rebuilding storage facilities across Texas. He argues farmers must warehouse cotton to prevent price manipulation by speculators and bankers, enabling prices to reflect supply and demand and ensure fair returns for farmers.
Discussion notes praise the Farmers Union for education and cooperation in building cotton warehouses. Emphasizes holding cotton in storage, convincing farmers of benefits, and required sacrifices. Mentions objections from growers ginners and warehouses with samples and deposit methods.
Fragmented speech argues the federal counting of cotton acreage drives world markets while accusing legislation of undermining state sovereignty. It condemns overreach, asserts state power to conserve public welfare, and ends with a trespass notice from Jason W. James barring hunting, fishing, or camping on his property.
Hazlewood Bros of Mineral Wells Texas advertises a quick cash sale of two blocks in the North Addition Alpine area containing eight lots each. The notice asks buyers to submit cash offers. Avalanche subscription noted. Dated 7 22 4w.
A notice from W. T. Hexpersox of Alpine Texas states a reward will be paid for arrest and conviction of anyone illegally handling cattle in the above brands. The appeal aims to deter theft and ensure lawful care of cattle within local branding areas.
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