Prohibition Debate in Texas Calls for State Action
A Texas discussion argues that national prohibition may be delayed until 1920 and notes the influence of distillers funding legal challenges. Advocates urge a self-enacting prohibition amendment to Texas law, aiming to keep a lid on dramshops despite court and treaty uncertainties. The piece emphasizes urgency to address the public emergency in Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Congress
Distillers of
America
Supreme Court
Texas Supreme Court
Mephol
Auction Sale of Government Horses and Mul 1919
An auction notice from Alpine Texas outlines the sale of government horses and mules and references court writs and witness procedures. The fragmentary text also mentions remount depots, a sheriff, and related legal actions with dates around January and February 1919. It includes irrigation of public notices and incomplete lines about railroad switches and local ads.
Care for livestock more than for children
A speaker laments that farmers teach vast care for hogs and livestock through universities, yet neglect the pedigree and training of their children. He argues parentage is the most sacred, important duty, surpassing all others in shaping the next generation.
A Dry World Next Goal of Progress
A fragmented editorial excerpt argues for a global dry world led by anti liquor groups. It claims prohibition is the next milestone of progress despite strong opposition from European nations and widespread industry influence. The text declares determination to prevail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iquor Peope
Red Cross Notes Extension Committee Progress in Brewster County
The Extension Committee level aims to spread Red Cross work to unserved areas. In Brewster County, the committee has reached a point where a new chapter may form, with Mrs. Anja Wilson serving as current Extension Committee Chairman for the county chapter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Brewster County
Anja Wilson
Notice in Probate for D A T Walton Estate
State of Texas notices the Brewster County court will hear Jim P Wilsons petition to be named Executor of the estate of D A T Walton deceased on February 17 1919 at Alpine Court House. Interested parties must appear and answer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Constablewater
D. A. T. Walton
Dep Ased
Jim P. Wilson
Brewster County
Alpine
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BO. C. Miller
W. van Sickle
J. Ferguson
FORD
Borderland Auto CO
Palace Pharmacy
Walter Garnett
Pecos & Rio Grande Telephone Company
R. B. Slight & Co
Alpine Lumber Co
Townsend
Sheriff
Olfers
Fort Tas
Menai
Braden
McM. McFarland
Red
Reemtsma
The
First National Bank
AL Hrown Pre
Kokernot
W. Baines, Jr
Canter
U.S. Depository For Postal Savings
Ford Motor Company
Detroit Ford Motor Company
West Texas Motor Co
Alamo Lumber Co
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