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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1917
Page
2
The Alpine Avalanche issue of February 15, 1917 lists J D Jackson as president and C W Livingston as editor with subscription price 61.90 in advance. The notice promises corrections for any erroneous statements about any person.
The article discusses twenty years of immigration bills with literacy tests and presidential vetoes. It notes Wilson’s veto overridden by Congress, and earlier presidents Cleveland Taft and Wilson faced similar vetoes. It comments on education opportunity and political patronage linked to the University of Texas, mentioning Will C. Hogg and Governor Ferguson.
A state bill proposes establishing the Jim Hogg Normal School in El Paso. The measure attracts interest from El Paso residents who expect its passage, while opposition from outside El Paso argues it is local legislation harming towns like Alpine in Southwest Texas.
The act prescribes apportioned shares for each state in thirds by area population and mileage of rural delivery routes and star routes. The speaker indicates focus shifts to legislators for further action.
The Tex as Company bill would grant the Texas Company the same treatment as other oil firms in Texas and is expected to be signed into law. Proponents call it fair relief and argue Texas should not discriminate against its own corporations.
An obituary note honors J M M Hamilton as a good man whose death brings sorrow to relatives and community members. Citizens who knew him in business and church express faith in his benevolence and character as stores close and schools pause to mark his passing.
A controversial editorial condemns the acquittal in a serious case in Tom Green county where the author argues juries release perpetrators with praise causing a social cancer. It voices opposition to capital punishment but calls for lifelong hard labor to prevent further harm and demands accountability for jurors.
J D Jackson argues Judge Blanton won Alpine precinct and courthouse box in the last primary. He asserts the Alpine results would mirror the county outcome and claims proof via election returns.
The federal government appropriated sixteen million dollars to aid highway building but Texas formed no highway commission and has received no funds. Note says twenty million spent in two years yet Texas has not gotten a cent, implying pilots and expectations were unmet.
For sale a two front roomed five room house with lath walls three porches a good well windmill tank and water piped around the house. Price 1600 cash 850 or 900 down with easy terms. Trade possible for a good second hand Ford car. Address J. R. Bean Box 545 Slaton Texas.
Miss Josephine Jones county superintendent praises Alpine as an ideal site for a summer normal. She notes excellent facilities for normal work and a favorable climate. The endorsement highlights community support for educational advancement and a welcoming reception for students.
The bill creating an Agricultural and Mechanical college in West Texas was enacted into law and signed by the Governor. The appropriation is $500,000 for construction. Sweetwater and San Angelo vie for the site, with both towns pushing hard to win the location.
Judge Joseph Jones orders that all persons from the county’s lower part named in grand jury complaints be summoned before the grand jury meets. Previously witnesses arrived after the grand jury was organized, causing daily adjournments. Foreman Jim P. Wilson led the request, noting the change will prevent delays.
A State Senate bill passed that would divide El Paso County. The measure proposed a new county with Sierra Blanca proposed as Hud and an alternative name Daslington or Turney was discussed but opposed and rejected.
Dr. Berkeley along with Jim P. Wilson and J D Jackson wired Representative McFarland and mal at Alpine. The bill was introduced in the house Tuesday by Representative McFarland.
H. M. Polsgrove, pastor, lists Sunday School at 10 a m and Communion at 11 a m. Prayer meeting is Wednesday at 7 30 p m. Choir rehearsal Friday at 7 p m. No preaching Sunday due to minister attending a regular appointment at Valentine.
The church urges members to participate in Sunday school growth with personal action. Pastor J. H. Messer announces Brother Smith will preach at both services this Sunday. A cordial invitation is extended to all to worship.
Sunday school at 10 a m each Sunday in the new Presbyterian Church building. We seek a large attendance and invite all parishioners and neighbors to join. Leo White, Superintendent.
The Christian Endeavor Society gathers at the Presbyterian Church at 6:30 every Sunday evening for its weekly session.
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