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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1918
Page
1
American soldiers are told to send post cards to the Red Cross in Bern Switzerland upon capture. The cards trigger weekly food packages of twenty pounds for prisoners, distributed by the Red Cross to offset German ration limits. The process alerts relatives when a prisoner is reported.
In a letter to J. D. Jackson Hudspeth thanks Brewster County friends for their support and vows to keep working hard for Brewster County. He states he does not resent losing Brewster and acknowledges his constituents have the right to vote for whoever they choose.
Local Board orders all eligible boys to register on August 24 at the Alpine office. The draft affects those reaching age of majority since June 5, 1918, amid political dispute in Marfa and county committees.
A wake-up meeting is underway at the Christian Church and will continue nightly throughout the week. Preaching is being delivered by Jorll and M. Polsgrove as an invited speaker.
A fragmented notice informs patients that dental work predating payments may require settlement. It references the Darling Building location and Dr. W. S. Bechtold as the practitioner, urging patrons to address prior balances.
A Texas infantryman describes his encounter with King George in a royal setting. The soldier recounts stepping forward, greeting the king with a Texas drawl, and attempting to shake hands amid a crowd of spectators at a royal audience.
The notice discusses Alphabet Betties created by Mrs Morton, the death of boys in service, and letters to families. It mentions school opening September 6, the upcoming institute, fully filled positions, cleaning of the school building, fumigation by the Health Officer, and the September issue featuring Alphabet Betties with rhymes by Mrs J of Marcos, formerly of Maine, plus a drawing to promote educational use.
Congressional Convention will be held in Del Rio August 21 1918 to canvass the vote of counties in the Sixteenth Century District and declare the Democratic Primary Senatorial Nominee. Delegates from Webb County: Jim P Wilson Shirley Seale L Martin J D Jackson ER Bentley.
Ray M. Camp former Alpine High School principal received his commission at the School for Chaplains Camp Taylor Louisville Ky He heads to Pecos to visit his mother before serving as Chaplain for Caele Sam Wanted refined young lady with high school and college training seeks governess position on ranch or in town References exchanged State salary in first letter Box 354 Rockport Texas.
At a War Industries Board meeting, rules guiding country weekly newspapers were adopted. Papers must raise subscriptions if under two dollars, discontinue nonrenewed subscriptions paid in advance, terminate free copies except one per advertiser, and withhold exchanges not essential to the paper’s operation.
Beginning October 1 the subscription price of Avalanche will change. Pay now to save and support the President.
Trustees are reminded by law to remove flags and post required notices. The county education official authority directs immediate action by all schools. The notice specifies compliance with the school law and flags procedure in Brewster County, Texas.
The week sees Liberty bonds trading above par as investors push prices higher. News notes Hoover’s recent claims and a rowdy market mood described by a daily paper, with some clerical errors in the text.
The Herkeley-Messer party arrives back in town after a journey through California. They traveled along the Old Apache Trail and shared impressions from their sightseeing and experiences during the trip.
The notice clarifies that Arch Hallmark left Edwards Motor Company for West Texas but the business remains open at the Skating Rink and continues soliciting customers.
A government office warns staff to maintain proper conduct and courtesy in public duties. The message emphasizes respectful treatment of citizens and adherence to formal standards in official interactions.
A senatorial convention is scheduled to meet in El Paso, with discussions centered on district organization and future representation. Officials in attendance include local party leaders and state delegates. The event signals ongoing party assembly activity in the region.
A garbled excerpt of wartime poetry or letters referencing the sea crossings and a love plot. It mentions the US Navy and a woman, with scattered phrases about France, memory, and longing.
Dr A J Hoffman of Maria Texas urges cattlemen to avoid cheap serum and protect calf quality this year. He warns against sacrificing calves to undercut rivals and to help feed the starving world, offering information and service.
Reported in local business notes a leadership change at Borderland Auto Company as Newell assumes control and management discussions proceed with Mr Hogan involved in the transition.
Notice states taxes are payable at the Tax Collector's office to avoid penalties. It cites August 1 as the due date and mentions Flora L. Daugherty as the responsible party. The fragment references a cottage for sale in Texas.
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