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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1913
Page
2
Pree posts 11.00 in the advance to Alpine in a matter of securing a spot in the second chance event. The race highlights a tight field with key rivals pushing for a late surge.
The commission signals a shift in stance on rate increases, noting railroads face wage and remuneration pressures. It cites no proof of excessive revenue from raises and records agreement with some shippers on certain commodities. The ruling allows increased rates to take effect where protests and agreements exist, suggesting railroads may share in future prosperity.
A House of Deputies discussion on prayer book revision references saints including George Washington, Moses, and Peter. The fragment notes patriotic figures and saints may appear in calendars, noting mixed views on holiness and historical figures in ecclesiastical lists.
The text argues every country with saints should have representative saints and suggests Washington be canonized in the technical sense by his religious group. It frames the nation and world as having long ago canonized Washington and calls for Saint George for Merry America.
Public school authorities in the Eastern States have adopted continuous sessions with no long midday break. The change aims to help pupils unable to attend due to family work obligations by offering half day options and easing health concerns noted by medical experts. If widely adopted, many could rejoin schools and balance work with study.
A Southern branch aims to set up in New Orleans to collect and distribute commerce information nationwide. The move would speed data flow to Louisiana and neighboring states and reflect a Southern perspective on industrial, agricultural, and commercial life.
A handwritten notice offers a $500 reward for the hearing and conviction of any person illegally handling cattle owned by J B Lavine. The language is archaic and terse with a monetary figure and a claim of ownership.
An incident at the Piedras Negras bridge involved Allen Walton Rufus Doughty and Doc Anderson. Cartridges were found in the auto and police detained the trio as officials investigated their desert claim. Alpine laundry and bakery mentions contrasted with local commerce aims. Local notices include taxes due Brewster County and parish lessons.
Classified notice lists high price for hides and warns trespass on private property. Also offers ranch or land rental listings and a home care service, with contact references including St Charles hotel and Collins & Moffett. Jewelry promotion for Alpine stones included.
The town invites all to Santa's headquarters in Alpine for a festive toy display. The sack overflows with dolls, toys, dolls that talk, baby pianos, tin horns, roly polies, and many other items. After the fifteenth, hours are four to five thirty for visiting and viewing the Christmas goods at Alpine Hardware Co.
A note of heartfelt thanks from W Land W A Means Mrs T L Reese expresses gratitude for support during illness and death of the cadet corps commandant Hurd. The group plans to present thirty uniforms and asks friends to accept their appreciation. Also small ads for shop made roots and coal ahead of a potential strike.
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