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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1941
Page
6
George Creel critiques government press work while praising some international efforts. The piece questions domestic news handling, funding, and the influence of press agents on the Washington scene, noting defense program effects and urging clarity in American information channels.
The piece argues that half the nation’s map plants run at half capacity and labor leaders threaten to enact a “union unemployment” tactic. It frames radical labor as attempting to dominate industries and government, urging Congress to pass laws to prevent defense sabotage or risk a labor dictatorship. It cites Oklahoma’s reaction to an escaped lunatic as a community example of vigilance.
A public warning stresses fire as a constant danger to life and property, urging careful prevention. It notes yearly tolls of lives and widespread destruction, then argues knowledge and preparedness as the main defense, highlighting hazards in homes and factories and the need for proper fire safety measures.
Fragmented speech reflects on global interconnectedness and the push toward free trade across the Americas. It notes barriers down by reason and peace, cites potential US Canada talks, and contrasts economic interdependence with a world still traumatized by war. An anecdote about a Clemson table experiment ends with a moral: Thou shalt not steal.
Charles Huckner summarizes John Reid of Alabama’s 1856 observations on Texas cattle. Reid claimed with $2,000 one could buy 500 cows, hire a cowboy, and in seven years amass a herd worth about $29,820, yielding a substantial profit even after expenses. The piece highlights 19th century frontier optimism and naive arithmetic.
Paul Wendier of Boerne reached the scene after two fighting deer had died from exhausted combat. Their horns were locked when he arrived, leaving him to miss a grandstand view of a rare outdoor spectacle.
Schutz, 26, made his first parachute jump at 14 and later performed many barnstormer jumps. He once washed windows of tall buildings without a safety belt. A fall from a stepladder fractured his skull, landing him in the hospital.
A meandering humorous exchange features a husband bringing breakfast in bed after his honeymoon. The couple jokes about custody of meat and a wallet, while a friend recalls naming a child Carol and confusing carol with hymn. The piece captures light domestic banter and quirky wordplay through disjointed speech.
A visitor on a course misreads the altitude, claiming the greens are two inches lower than his usual, and jokes about the swing. In a separate moment, Ben from Miami calls Jack frantically for $100, but the line falters and Jack ultimately offers no aid.
Readers confront a holiday belief as a short column questions children’s faith in Santa Claus amid seasonal lore and family customs. The piece notes skepticism or wonder from parents and kids, reflecting on Christmas traditions and the magic of belief.
A reflective anecdote on how stars appear to rise and set for an equatorial observer. The narrative recalls children gathered in a hall as a father figure planned a surprise, with dimmed lights and a misperceived descent.
Fort Worth reports solve of missing pig ears after 12 earless pigs found in local stockyards. Two detectives questioned a suspect who admitted stealing pigs from White City Oklahoma ranchers and clipping ears to remove brands. He is jailed.
In Persia breadmakers bake dough in cave walls producing large pan cake like sheets. Customers use the caves as wrapping for their other purchases, creating a unique local bakery custom observed in the article.
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