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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1924
Page
2
Citizens are urged to pay poll taxes within six remaining days of the election year. Officials remind residents that timely payment affects voting eligibility and tax records.
Citizens are urged to pay the poll tax today to ensure voting rights this year. Officials warn that without a paid receipt no one can cast a ballot this year.
A 1923 notice warns residents that failure to pay poll tax may bar them from voting on a proposed local tax increase. It implies the tax would affect property and that nonpayment could exclude individuals from the decision.
The Culp of Temple and Edwards of Denton seek the Lt Governor post while Col. John Perkins of Brewster County is named for Attorney General. Former Governor Jas. L. Ferguson, a volatile Texas political figure, announces another gubernatorial bid and threatens Mrs. Ferguson may run if barred from the primary ballot.
On Monday evening Miss Kath Anderson hosted a Forty Two party and dinner at her home. After playing Fortytwo, a five course dinner was served at 6550. After dinner the party attended the theatre. Guests included Misses Audrey McSpadden Agnes Newell Kathryn Gentry Scottie Kelly Blanche Cotter and Ruth Anderson.
An advertisement encourages trying coke as a fuel alternative for coal and anthracite burners. It cites a January 1924 Woman's Home Companion article and notes Alamo Lumber Company plans to keep coke in stock this year, urging customers to give it a trial.
A local merchant named Clarence Hord requests former customers to call at Sandiferd Grocery or Mord & McCutcheon’s Meat Market to settle outstanding grocery accounts. He aims to close all accounts rapidly and thanks customers in advance. Contact number 210-tt appears in the notice.
Alpine Presbyterians faith services drew steady crowds as J A McMillan invites worshippers to next Sunday's sermon on The Loaves and the Fishes and a 10 a m Sunday school session. The pastor urges daily attendance and moral stamina through continuing sermons.
The church invites participation in a full schedule next Sunday including Sunday School at 9, morning service at 10 50, and evening worship at 7 30. Epworth League meets at 6 45 and Junior League at 1 00 pm, promoting community fellowship.
The sheriff will sell on February first 1924 the land described as 15 400 acres in Brewster County Texas arising from cause No 64714 W E Rock Jr vs D M Young et al. The sale is at the courthouse door in Alpine Texas between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for cash. Irene Peters deputy.
The society met at Mrs. Hancock's home to elect officers for 1924 including Pres. Ethel Clifford and Vice Pres Dorothy Cotter. It was decided to split into junior and senior divisions with separate finances and leadership. Aynesworth gave an inspirational talk on solitude and an understanding heart followed by a mission study on Miss Bell Bennett by Mrs.Gea W. Baines. Refreshments of pumpkin pie and whipped cream were served.
T. W. Davidson Lynch Davidson V. Collins Adj. Gen. Barton Joe Burkett and Jim Ferguson are candidates for Texas governor. Others may run. Voters must hold a 1923 poll tax receipt to vote.
Notice warns county residents reaching voting age that while they cannot pay a poll tax, they must obtain a free exemption certificate in person at the Tax Collector's Office by February 1. FE. E. Townsend, Tax Collector. 3.17 3t
An old ad promoting Blue Star Remedy claimed to relieve eczema itching tetter cracked hands ring worm chapped face poison oak sunburn old sores and sore feet with sales wording aimed at general household use.
The Texas Exes honor UT President Dr W S Sutton as guest at a Holland Hotel luncheon on January 17 hosted by the local Ex-Students Association. Also present were President and Mrs Morelock and University Business Manager Lochbridge. Mrs George Baines presided and introduced the guests.
Gibson and Fox offer free records research and opinion on patentability at the Patent Office. The notice promises valuable information to inventors and invites writing to start the process. A separate item warns that trespassers at Nevill Ranch lands will be prosecuted. Mrs Kate Nevill owns the property.
Brewster County Commissioners Court invites sealed proposals for section C of Highway No. 3 in Brewster County Alpine Texas. Bid deadline 2 PM February 15 1924 with 5000 dollar bid bond. Plans and specs available from County Engineer A L White and State Highway Department Austin.
Studebaker touts enormous output and costly facilities to justify prices from 975 dollars. It highlights 12,500 machines, 500 thousand annual tests, 125 researchers, and 12 thousand inspections per car to ensure high standards. A 1918 Studebaker with 475,000 miles is cited, with prices listed for multiple models.
Studebaker is presented as the top fine car maker with the claim of building more quality cars than any other concern. It notes buyers spent over 200 million dollars on Studebaker models last year and says demand has nearly tripled in three years.
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