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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1922
Page
4
An promotional prospectus asserts adequate acreage water resources and labor at Waldron for a quicksilver venture. It argues self sufficiency, low costs, steady management, and potential for large returns, urging patience and investment while criticizing costly, salaried operations.
A historical notice urges attention to fruit tree health through summer practices. It cautions against borers and blight, recommends mulching near trunks, shallow cultivation for young trees, and avoiding deep cultivation near old trees to protect roots. Regular weed control and early pest management are advised.
Notice to students that there are uncollected name plates from the Avalanche Shoe for those who had cards printed at commencement. Plates will be delivered to the worn con application to this of tied.
In a reflective West Texas News column the author weighs public misery against moral progress. They note fewer saloons and more law enforcement, urge citizen support for officers, and hope for a swing toward courthouse action to curb societal menace. The piece references public figures and governance themes without naming specifics.
Sees Dawn Approching Ft. Stockton Pioneer notes ranchers in Pecos and adjoining counties inching toward recovery after two years of depressed livestock values. Despite the slump and tough conditions, optimism grows as spring brings cautious improvement.
Dallas commentary questions Mr Buseh's letter to Mr Lasker on liquor sales by Shipping Board vessels. The piece links prohibition to government policy and criticizes Lasker for temper and rationale claiming sailors need liquor. It frames the episode as part of a turbulent admin landscape.
A discussion questions whether selling liquor on American ships is legal and whether government action could violate its own laws for profit. The piece argues government overreach undermines national tradition and risks criminalizing citizens while preserving merchant marine life.
In Brewster County Texas original letters testamentary were granted May 18 1922 to Mollie J Holland Executrix of the Estate of J R Holland Deceased of Pine Avenue Brewster County TX All persons with claims against the estate must file within legal time limits at the Executrix address Pine Texas 25 41.
A brief insurance notice from Alpine Texas promoting Hartford Fire Insurance Co. and urging property owners to insure against fire risk. G W Baines Jr is listed as the contact. The message emphasizes the unpredictability of fire and the need for indemnity through insurance.
Mrs. Kate Nevill, owner, warns that persons taking wood water or grass from the Nevill Ranch or lands will be prosecuted to the extent of the law.
The notice promotes a reliable blackleg preventative with no extra charge for serum administration. It cites the O. M. Franklin Aggression’s five year record and requests patronage through the local agent Dr A J Hoffman of Marfa Texas. Other ads mention sewing services by Mrs H B Houston in Uvalde Texas.
Church column material must be in the office by Wednesday noon each week or will be omitted.
Sunday School at 9:00 a.m. led by Supt. T Beard. Morning preaching at 11:00 a.m. Evening service at 7:45 p.m. League at 7:45 p.m. Pastor Hubert M. Smith presides.
The Church of Christ meets Sundays at 10 o’clock for communion and Bible study at Mrs. M. E. Shelton’s residence. Thursday nights are set for Bible study. All are cordially invited to attend.
The church announces 9:45 Sunday School, 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. preaching services, 3 p.m. Sr. B Y P U, 1 p.m. Int B Y P U, 6:30 p.m. Sr. BY PLU, and 3 p.m. W M U Thursday. You are invited to all services by W P Ray.
The Christian Church announces Bible School at 9 45 a m with J E Yates as superintendent. Sunday preaching at 11 a m and 8 15 p m. Junior Endeavors at 3 p m led by Mrs Geo H Candlin. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 15 p m. Minister H M Bandy invites all.
Frank J. Cheney, senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo, swears the firm will pay $100 for every catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. Notarized December 6, 86 by A. W. Gleason. Includes testimonials offer and product details.
Mrs Caldwell and Miss Anne ynesworth hosted a valley reception for Miss Bess Bousquet and faculty returnees Miss Alice Cowan and Miss Lutie Britt at the Caldwell residence. Guests enjoyed daisies and nasturtiums, songs by Grace Walker and Irma Lee Batey, and readings by Mrs Casner. A salad course was served to attendees.
For rent a good four room house with ample water for house and garden. Contact Ge H W Yates by phone at 51.
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