Brandeis Nomination Faces Senate Debate
Editorial coverage of the Brandeis Supreme Court nomination notes mixed reactions from major papers. It cites The New York Sun and The New York Times on grounds for or against the appointment, and outlines opposition led by Senators Overman Reed Shields Walsh and Hoke Smith with Republicans on the Judiciary Committee largely opposing confirmation. The piece analyzes Brandeis as a progressive with strong judicial temperament concerns and discusses the likely Senate vote dynamics.
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Brandeis
Supreme Court
Lis
New York Sun
Wall Street
Wilson
New York ‘Times
Fete
Philo- Public Ledger
Supreme Bench
Senate
Calnet
New England
Overman
Reed
Shields
Walsh
Hoke Smith
Senate Judiciary Committee
Ther
Magnificent Alpine Baptist Church Project Moves Forward
The Alpine Baptist congregation plans a new $17,000 church on the present lot with a ground floor auditorium for 180 and a large main hall atop. Seventeen Sunday school rooms, modern heating, a hot air system, and a grand pipe organ are included, yielding an 800 seat total and dedication readiness. Rev. Jas Tarter leads the push, with the building to be ready for dedication.
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Alpine
Jas. ‘T. Tarte
Pasor
Hitem
Hhe
Jas. T. Tarte Tol
Alt
President Wilson Defers Brandeis Vote Amid Political Debate
The article notes President Wilson delaying a Brandeis appointment after consulting himself rather than the Judiciary Committee. Republicans see political leverage in Brandeis and Jewish voters, arguing the choice could favor Democrats in New York while shaping national sentiment. The piece suggests Wilson acted without political motive.
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Wilson
Brandeis
Presson
New York
Blanton Wins County Commissioner Race In Narrow Victory
The report notes Judge Thomas L. Blanton defeating State Rep Wagstaff by a narrow margin, with Blanton set to face incumbent Judge Smith and Judge Grisham of Sweetster in upcoming July primaries. Ample oblique references to local services and listings appear in the text.
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Armilene
Texas
Ren. S
Thomas L. Blanton
Blanton
Smith
Grisham
Sweetster
Notice To Stockmen Get Together Meeting February 10
Notice announces a February 10 meeting with G. H. S. A. Live Stock officials to arrange a shipping day for marketable cattle and foster better relations between railroad personnel and cattlemen. The Stockman's Club urges all stockmen interested to attend to ensure a pleasant visit. A. C. Fasterling, Secretary.
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Stockman’s Club
A.C. Fasterling, Secy
Sulphur Strike Reported at Fort Stockton Tex
A sulphur stratum sixty feet thick was struck at 325 feet depth in the Fort Stockton sulphur fields by the Calumet and Arizona Copper Company. The find was reported as sufficient for manufacturing sulphuric acid. Caldwell advertises quality goods at low prices.
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Weil
Calumnet & Arizona Copper Company
Fort Stockton
Tex
Peters Buys J H Nations Ranch In Pecos County
R R Peters of Alpine bought the J H Nations ranch in Pecos County for 115 533 00. The deal closes last week, giving Peters 33 038 acres and a 20 000 acre lease. Possession is planned for May 15. Services at Christian church in Fort Stockton.
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R. Peters
Alpine
Fort Stockton
J. H. Nations Ranch
Peters
Pecos
Fr. Stockton
Pioneer
Recital Postponed To Saturday At High School Auditorium
Recital scheduled for Friday evening has been moved to Saturday evening December 12 at 7 o clock in the high school auditorium. Mrs. Thos Dean notes the change.
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Thos. Dean
Announcement of candidates for legislature and county treasurer
The Avalanche announces M. McParland as candidate for the Legislature from the 7th district subject to Democratic primary. Burke is announced as candidate for Bremer County Treasurer, contingent on Democratic primary voters in July 1916.
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M. M. McParland
M. Burke
Bremer County
Obretta
Jonita Ranch For Sale In Pecos County Texas
The 12 734 acre Jonita ranch part of 7 D Cattle Co lies in Comanche Valley near Fort Stockton Pecos County Texas. It is an old West Texas property praised for water and grass and offered at a low price with deferred terms. W B Burger & Son invite inquiries and offer maps surveys and land details to prospective buyers.
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Woman
7-D Cattle Co
Comanche Valley
Fort Stockton
Pecos County
Texas
W.B. Burger & Son
Ranch Land
Kemper
Kansas City
Notice to Hunters on Mrs Nevill’s Pasture
Property owner Mrs. R L Nevill warns against hunting or trespassing on her pastures. Violators will be prosecuted.
Cars For Sale In Alpine Texas 1941 Advertisement
Used Overland touring car and Pathfinder with electric starter and lights in good condition. New Oak land six cylinder touring car. For sale or trade cheap. Apply to Wm Murphy or Borderland Auto Co Alpine Texas. 4-27-41.
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Oakland
Wm. Murphy
Borderland Auto Co
Alpine Texas
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