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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1944
Page
4
The Alpine Avalanche runs notices and state and local news in Alpine Texas under Brewster County rules. It sets rates for defamation free statements and notices with charges of ten cents per line for first insertion and ten cents per line after, with annual rates listed.
A fractured collage blends Texan booster notes with wartime optimism. It cites Texas industry from King Ranch to Houston Ship Channel and links national production gains to American sacrifice. The piece laments civilian sacrifice and honors World War II valor while urging continued resolve.
The message recalls a 1988 scene urging every man and woman to duty as a new year opens. It frames peace as a dynamic force, with wisdom and determination guiding not just armed forces but the nation toward a safer future.
A letter criticizes subsidy schemes as part of a sham economy where only a fraction of funds reach intended recipients. It argues taxes often fund a double toll as government acts as middleman. The piece notes labor leaders demand subsidies and higher wages, challenging the logic. The author urges staying busy with useful work.
Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports a 1943 context of allied dislocation tactics and labor walkouts, urging a 1964 vow by workers to stay on the job, support production, and back U S armed forces, condemning profiteering and selfish motives. The piece cautions against strikes and urges unity among workers, management, and other groups to maintain war readiness and national effort.
The Steelville Ledger notes daylight saving time pushes schools to open 30 minutes later to save electricity but voices opposition. It also mentions a backlog of births and deaths delays due to space and printing pressures, with more details to come next week.
A roving collection of quirky exchanges and misheard phrases unfolds in a carefree city scene. A motorist feigns patience while two ladies and a playful officer ignite wry humor. A drunk attempts stairs for a better view but discovers no driver, ending with a wry quip about safety.
Prices for cattle and calves remained near year-ago levels, with fats steady to slightly higher and fat lambs largely unchanged. Top fed steers reached 15.15 dollars. most medium to good steers traded 14 to 15, down to 12 for common grades. Heifers 12 to 14, cows 11 to 12.50, stockers 10.25 to 12.25, and stock calves 12 to 12.50. In Texas, UT Dentists graduates head to military service with commissions in Army and Navy. five civilian students among them.
The fragment notes extra tongue voltage and additional cables intended for use, suggesting an electrical modification or upgrade. Details are unclear about purpose, location, or outcome. The readable content centers on hardware adjustments and the potential configuration for power delivery.
A humorous retelling claims near the fortieth day the ark struck a light pole hole in the bow. The dog, then Mrs. Noah, and finally Noah himself all helped, offering mock explanations for cold noses, cold feet, and men with backs to the fire.
A job applicant for a single line railroad crossing watchman faces a mock strict exam. When asked how he would handle two trains approaching from opposite directions, he suggests blowing his whistle. The dialogue jokily escalates with improvised solutions including removing a red shirt, swinging a lantern, and even calling his sister to witness a spectacular wreck.
Excitement over a Japanese pom attack rumor spread by party line telephones in Yreka as the United States weather bureau asserted ownership of the mysterious balloon and device that fell on John Lighthill's ranch. Paraguay palm products support oil for stock fattening and materials for hats hammocks ropes and cloth.
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