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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1918
Page
1
J Allen Walton asks Brewster County voters to reelect him tax collector. He cites women of Alpine Marathon and other towns aiding welfare and social causes, expressing faith in their patriotism and urging support.
A damaged text item lists Twenty Nine joining the Limit Club and rail interests, naming Maine State Bank Fir val Banks J R Middlebrook J H Me iam Messer Thomas Tee D Burcham Mrs A L S Kokernot J R Holland etc. International Mining Co J L Hess and Combs Cattle Co. A de Bernardi and N of the Orient arrived by special train for a conference with J D Jackson and Judge W Van Sickle. Bernardi said Alpine stations would not consolidate. The Orient's people view Bernardi as an efficient railroad man.
Western Union Telegraph has moved its office from Main Street to a frame building on Avune D, signaling a local relocation of service and operations. The change affects customers seeking nearby postal and telegraph services with potential adjustments to storefront access and hours.
A large turnout of Alpine women gathered yesterday morning and went to the joint house to register. By Monday 98 women had completed registration in preparation for the upcoming vote on the 27th. Registration time ends July 12.
The Marfa New Era honors Reverend H. M. Bandy as he departs for the western frontier. In a heartfelt farewell, congregants praise his honesty, bravery, and service among settlers, cattle rustlers, and frontier challenges, recalling his door always open and aid ready.
A well attended Alpine meeting pledged the president to promote saving stamps. Speakers included J D. Jacks Parney Messer Raines Benth and Mrs Wood. The committee took up and raised funds to buy fifty six thousand forty dollars of War Savings Stamps before December 3.
The report recounts V W Turney accusing Ferguson of financial dealings tied to a Texas bank and state funds. Turney urged voters in Temple to tell the truth about why they support him, citing prior statements by Governor Hobby.
A list of candidates for state wide offices is given with names for Governor Lieutenant Governor Treasurer Attorney General and more. The document notes the July 27 appearance and mentions precincts and local campaigns as Alpine area dental services advertise in the same notice.
Me and Mrs George Hargus Alpine attended the Hovey celebration with Benson family. Misses Ford and Harding of Alpine visited brothers and joined the Hovey meeting. A petition to form the Hovey Red Hobby Club was read urging support for William P Hobby for Governor, with many signers pledging to work.
County Chairman Jim P. Wite announces that voters in Brewster will be required to take a Democratic oath pledging support to the party and its candidates from president to constable. The article notes polling judges and clerks appointments, with precinct details and upcoming election logistics. It also mentions local community events in Hovey and camp-related military plans.
Notice indicates Alpine Publishing Co. will charge fees for notices and announcements. The fragment notes patrons may incur costs per item or per fin, with wording suggesting a pricing policy or service charge.
The women of Alpine gathered at the Presbyterian Church on Wednesday morning and marched to the courthouse to register, led by Mrs Lacy the first registrant.
Fort Worth is the scene as Texas congressmen clash over a plan tied to Veressman and Wilson. The dispute centers on fortifications and policy details raised in the winter session, with Gist taking a leading role in the impasse.
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