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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1926
Page
2
The Alpine Avalanche outlines publication rules and rates for notices and ads, lists staff roles, urges compliance with polling and traffic regulations, and warns voters to secure poll tax receipts ahead of the July primaries despite slow payments.
Rev J A McMullan left Monday morning for Fort Worth to attend a meeting of the Committee of the Church with hemphill Presbyterian Church Fort Worth. He expects to return in time for regular services at the local church next Sunday.
The Avalanche announces candidates for office subject to Democratic primaries on July 24, 1926. A. Anderson and Beverly Greenwood of Florida seek Commissioner Precinct 2 and 3 respectively.
A Wartlesville Oklahoma bulletin from Central National Bank portrays a tale of a Vinrus man who digs for pay and spends fast, buying cars and booze, then ends in jail after bail. The narrative includes a white man profiting and a repeated cycle of money, gambling, and misfortune.
A bootleg whiskey bottle, allegedly 80 proof and hidden in a customs officer Dowe's office, shattered Tuesday when exposed to heat. The breaking glass damaged a bookcase and leaked liquor onto the floor as officials noted the bottle bore a mislabeled tag reading Old or Whiskey. Del Rio.
A fractured note from Fabens indicates Owl Mill is to begin operating soon after construction. It mentions a supply of cotton seed on hand and notes last year's seed stock waivers. The reference points to the Rio Grande Review as the source of the fragmented item.
A report notes cotton bound for Mexico City via El Paso and Juarez with 3200 bales shipped and 500 awaiting export. It cites concerns about peddlers and recounted a fraud involving a hosiery salesman courting a prominent Odessa woman, prompting merchant warnings about transnational sellers.
A Midland newspaper piece argues that home merchants excel in long term reliability. If an item is faulty, the merchant makes good, since he intends to stay and support the community. Peddlers, by contrast, profit by moving on.
Poll tax payments are lagging as state and county officers prepare for primaries on July 24. Collector’s office records show 370 receipts issued so far this year, compared with 690 paid by this date in 1924. Officials urge early payment to ease last minute crowds and reduce the burden on staff.
The Sheriff’s office grants an extension to January 31 for automobile license fees as a courtesy to taxpayers. Officials urge against waiting to the last day. As of now 164 licenses have been paid since January first, with many more still outstanding. After January 31 the law will be enforced strictly and fines or penalties may apply.
The death of Mr. Frien centered in the northern part of the county on December 9, 19. Mr. Rice born in Hood County February 17, 5a years, 90s and 25 days at death. He married Alf Madell Avery July 18, 1900. Three children formed from this union two sons Albert and Thomas living, and a daughter Alma who died in June 1904. Rice became a Christian baptized in the Baptist church December 1921. He was a popular neighbor and devout Christian friend to all who knew him.
A letter from Decie Zenаs announces candidacy for Commissioner of Precinct No 3 Brewster County Texas subject to Democratic Primaries on July 24 1926. Zenаs notes 15 years residence in Brewster County eight years in Precinct 3 and asks voters for support and influence.
The Church of Christ meets at the Courthouse each Sunday at 10 a.m. for Bible study and communion. The public is cordially invited to attend the service and participate in worship.
Col John Perkins presents an updatable ten year encyclopedia to Alpine Public Library valued around 100 dollars. The gift aids school children and enriches the library's ties with the local school. Other donations include two bound books from Miss Mary McCutcheon and magazines from Dr Moore as readership grows weekly from seventy five to one hundred twenty.
We express gratitude to the people of Alpine for kindness during our father and grandfather Isaac M. Roark's illness and death. May God's blessing be with you all. D. W. Bennett and Gertrude Davis, and family.
Mr KB Fasterwood of Glass intain ranch shipped 2 cars of cattle to Fort Worth Saturday. Mr and Mrs J W Stone spent several days in Alpine for dental work then returned to their ranch Sunday. Sam Ford came from Leoncita ranch Monday. Harnest White visited Hovey Sunday. Stone made a business call on Hovey Monday. W C Grubb of Fort Davis looked for his ranch Thursday. Charles Graef made a business trip to Fort Stockton Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Joe Parker spent a few days in El Paso last week.
The Bible Study class met Wednesday from 3 30 to 4 30 at the Baptist church with Mrs RB Ridgway as teacher. Thirty six ladies attended and several children were cared for by the nurse. The group explores the mysteries of the gospel and invites all regardless of church affiliation. Next Wednesday’s lesson covers the last verses of the study.
Coach Graves of Sul Bows College divides the boys into six teams for a ten game series on percentage basis. Each member of the winning team will receive a small gold basketball. Teams christened include the Alley Rats Pirats and Lizards. Alley Rats defeated Alley Rodents five to two. Cubs and Org were scheduled to play but may be snowed under.
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