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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1922
Page
6
The Alpine Avalanche describes itself as the official county and city newspaper and the only paper printed in Brewster County for its 32nd year of publication.
The item lists staff and directors including D. Jackson as President W. F Caldwell as Vice President and C. W. Livingston as Secretary plus Ed Dodson and J. W. Phelps as directors. It notes Alpine Texas as the post office of record with a subscription price per year six months and three months, and a general notice about correcting any erroneous reflections upon a person firm or corporation upon management notification.
The writer argues that resolutions fail without daily spiritual renewal. People relapse into drinking, gambling, gossip, and vanity because willpower alone is insufficient. A continual appeal to God for a clean heart and upright spirit is urged, with daily consecration as the antidote to hollow resolutions and a life lived with purpose.
A fragmentary column discusses misfits in life and unique pursue ers such as a one legged man traversing the continent and a one armed wrestler as world champion. It notes how rare virtue finds its place and draws attention while common talents attract little comment.
The speaker contends choosing a vocation is the most grave problem and most neglected. He argues many lack self knowledge to test abilities and that universities fail to guide this choice. Circumstances often determine fate, yet occupational training in public schools shows promise for better outcomes.
Washington reports indicate Congress will not loosen the law. Advocates urge harsher penalties to curb moonshine and leaks, arguing strong enforcement will shrink illicit stockpiles and reduce social harm. Public sentiment favors ending the saloon era and protecting families from liquor’s temptations.
The author argues that future democratic nations will enforce pledges and regard any state breaking international agreements as outlaw. Public sentiment should warn that violators deserve global opposition and possible removal, deterring any repeat of Germany's egregious breach.
The arms conference naval committee endorses a prohibition on poison gas for warfare and on submarine attacks on merchant ships. With five powers likely to ratify, the move marks a major step toward civilized dispute resolution after the recent war.
The Southern Pacific reports 20036 trespassers removed in one month as ride stealing by younger men grows. Fewer old time ramps exist while many youths beat the system. Paying passengers subsidize these riders as dangers rise and injuries burden the offenders.
Announcement of an upcoming European economic conference notes the US will be asked to be fully represented. The piece argues observers cannot protect American prosperity and compares to Texas sending an observer to Congress, urging full representation by senators and representatives to safeguard national interests.
The Outlook cites impressive local department store results to illustrate advertising success. It notes a Washington town of about 4000 people reporting last year sales of 783,940 and a Georgia town of around 2800 people posting 1919 sales of 1,898,486, underscoring bold business gains tied to promotion.
The piece argues Missouri examples show stores earning $250,000 yearly through aggressive advertising. It notes travel and mobile shoppers extend a dealer’s reach and that persistent advertising triples trade compared with two decades ago. It links confidence in well advertised stores to lower distribution costs and overall economic service.
The Toronto Globe reports distress among Alberta farmers amid repeated crop failures and tax foreclosures. Declining prices and high railroad rates are blamed, with secession talk for Prairie provinces. Transportation costs and railroading reforms are urged as remedies.
The article extols music as a vital home companion that brings inspiration entertainment and relief from stress. It describes family social hours after meals in winter with music uniting the home and easing fatigue and hardship. It stresses humility paired with ability as a powerful combination.
A Nashville grocer, W N Parsons, testifies Thedford's Black-Draught is the best liver medicine. He uses it for sour stomach headaches and indigestion and says he would not be without it. The ad urges asking for Thedford's and warnings against imitations.
The document names James Cornell as Judge of the 85rd Judicial District in Sonora Texas and lists district attorneys, county officers, and precinct Justices of Peace. It provides names including N W Graham M S Burke K Townsend M T Chastain J W Phelps J L Martin Jr W M Harmon W H Lease Clarence Hord and others for various offices and precincts.
Justice Court Precinct No 1 meets on the fourth Monday each month. County Court convenes on the third Monday in February, May, August and November. Commissioners' Court meets on the second Monday in February, May, August and November. Probate Court sits on Wednesday if the first week of County Court. District Court 63rd Judicial District meets the sixth Monday after the first Monday in January and July.
City Commission lists Mayor Benjamin F. Berkeley and commissioners F F Gillett George W Baines Jr. Nay Bowles is city marshal. The commission holds meetings on the first Monday of each month at the Masonic Building.
Notice warns that any person taking wood, turf or grass in O2 pastures will be prosecuted for trespass. Signed by Nl. T. Fletcher, Manager.
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