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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1924
Page
2
Alpine Texas weekly newspaper note describes it as Brewster county’s official paper in its 22nd year. It lists publisher The Alpine Publishing Company and editor W Jenkins, with subscription prices for one year and six months.
The piece discusses anticipated reforms at the Texas State Democratic convention in Austin on September 2, targeting rules that limited member participation. It contrasts the leadership of Tom Levy and Dr. Johan Granbury with figures like John W. Davis and Charles Dawes, and reflects on regional tensions and potential Cotton farming concerns affecting Bartlett and Highland.
The piece notes broad repudiation by the National Democratic convention and denouncement by both major parties. It cites advances by the Socialists under Voeter and attacks from La Follette, with disownment by Davis and Dawes. It mentions defeats tied to a deposed Oklahoma governor and a Texas governor’s wife as part of the era’s political turmoil.
A humorous letter requests the address of a person selling a pet bear for Bartlett. The writer jokes about prepaying freight for bears and imagines a bear as a pet for SO Wilson, noting Hartlett as the National Boys' Pig Club home and suggesting playful substitutes for cattle and winter digs.
Primary run-off results from Tirewster county show shifts in several offices. Governor Ferguson leads with 256 votes to Robertson 198, while Lieutenant Governor Wilwards 227 and Miller 189. Other races include Attorney General Ward 1 and Moody 21, Comptroller Terrell 283, Railroad Commissioner Gilmore 264 ahead of Weaver 128, Supreme Court Cureton 269 and Wear 129, Civil Appeals Mth Coin 1, and District Harper 217 with Phel phrey 214. Harper serves as chief justice while Phelphrey appears to win the district by a strong margin.
Fort Davis invites readers to a big rodeo and celebration on September 12 and 13 with Alpine cowboys expected to attend. The general committee promises a pleasant time for all visitors and everyone is welcome to join Fort Davis folk in the event.
Texas returns show Mrs Miriam A Ferguson the first woman nominee for governor winning the Democratic nomination over Judge Felix D Robertson. Final counts from 241 counties list Ferguson at 434707 to Robertson 342674 with Moody leading attorney general.
Scribner's Magazine notes a poem by Miss Anna M. Branson of Alpine Texas titled The Dreamer. Despite residence elsewhere, she retains the Alpine address and her maiden name.
A caller to The Avalanche claimed to provide a local news item but left no name or comprehensible details before the line failed. The staff attempted to verify through Central but received no identifying information.
At a Broonwood American Legion meeting Alvin Owsley former National Commander urged new purpose beyond war memories. He cited Cold War veteran orphans as a meaningful project and warned that service requires ongoing action, not just talk, to keep organizations alive.
Houston Aug 25 six prominent Texas Republicans seek to take the leadership mantle from T P Lee whose resignation as gubernatorial nominee was received Monday Lee is at Colorado Springs Colo and will miss the state executive committee meeting in Houston A boom for Harry H Rogers of San Antonio is among the expected nominations at the meeting and a strong campaign plan will be discussed
City tax collectors remind property owners that Saturday August 30 is the final day to pay city taxes to avoid penalties. W A Daugherty, City Tax Collector.
The Austin dated piece follows up a prior item urging Democrats to back an independent gubernatorial candidate. It notes the runoffs drew over three quarters of a million votes and hints at a yet unnamed advocate pushing an independent Democrat. The publication cites pledged allegiance to Mrs Ferguson and Judge Robertson and presents the proposal as informational reading.
A fiery Texas message urges Texans to defend liberty against perceived threats from within and vows unity across diverse communities. It invokes the Alamo and Declaration of Independence to rally support for constitutional rights, voting, and religious freedom amid political tension.
The Democratic primary yields candidate names for Brewster County positions including District Attorney 83rd Judicial District Brian Montague, County Judge Jas. A. Burke, Sheriff and Tax Collector W. N. Gourley, County and District Clerk W. H. Lease, County Attorney Jota Perkins, County Treasurer M. T. Chastain, Tax Assessor J. W. Phelps, Justice of the Peace Precinct No. 1 W. H. Ragin, County Commissioner Precinct No. 1 Clarence Hord, County Commissioner Precinct No. 2 J. A. Anderson, and Constable Precinct No. 1 J. L. Hord.
A stirring Austin message dated August 19 1924 appeals to Texans to organize for liberty and defense of women children homes and democracy. The author invokes Texas heroes at the Alamo and Travis and warns against political threats urging a public safety committee and future meeting on Texas battlefields.
A short claim advertises camphor witch hazel hydrastis and other ingredients in Lavoptik eye wash to strengthen eyes for reading or work. One small bottle shows results and an aluminum eye cup is offered free by Alpine Drug Store.
In a Sunday notice the Methodist church reports a revived spirit across all departments after two camp meetings. The pastor announces Labor Day observances with sermons on loyalty and church rules, plus Sunday School and league schedules and a welcoming invitation to worship.
Mrs. David B. Hill of Fort Stockton spoke at the meeting and helped form a Girls Auxiliary. A new Personal Service day circle gathers weekly at the church then heads to the Mexican Mission to teach local children. Under Mrs. N S Murphey, the Personal Service chair, meetings occur each Thursday at 4 p.m. at the church with four Thursday themes including Personal Service Missionary and Benevolent.
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