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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1922
Page
3
Bishop W. Th. Manning of the New York Episcopal diocese argues that moderate wine drinking is not a sin and cites army observations suggesting prohibition improves health and morality. He adds the central issue is respect for law rather than personal opinion on prohibition.
The Avalanche states it published The Dallas News editorial at regular advertising rates to avoid implying staff endorsement. It clarifies the piece reflects no individual Avalanche sentiment and distinguishes paid advertising from staff views.
A reflective critique of religious intolerance in political writing. The author condemns name calling against opponents and urges living by the Golden Rule, arguing diverse religions arise from one source and should lead to mutual respect rather than vilification. The piece invokes Stevenson and stresses fortitude, delicacy, and keeping faith with one’s creed.
Church column submissions must reach the office by Wednesday noon each week or be omitted.
The Church of Christ holds Sunday worship at 10 oclock and Bible study at Mrs. M. E. Shelton residence. Thursday night Bible study sessions invite all to attend.
The notice lists a 9:45 Sunday School, 11:00 preaching, 3:00 junior and 4:00 intermediate youth services, 6:30 youth service, 7:30 evening preaching, and Thursday W M U at 3:00 pm with an invitation to all. Signed W P Ray.
Methodist church calendar lists 10 aim Sunday School led by T Beard with Supt Haan and topic The Chariot of Fire at 745 pan. Leonard Stone chairing 8:30 pam session on The Last Church with Pastor H M Smith.
The Big Bend Post No. 79 American Legion warns the public that many canvassers solicit funds for various groups and publications. Members must present a letter from the Post Commander or Adjutant before hearing any solicitor to guard against frauds and protect citizens. Also notes Roy Ground of Buena Vista visiting Alpine with cat-claw honey and promotes his bees and honey source.
Bible School begins promptly at 9 45 am this Sunday with preaching at 11 15 am and 8 15 pm The day includes junior endeavors at 3 pm and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 15 pm Everyone is invited The minister H Bandy and superintendent J F Yates are noted Also mentions L C Ritchie and Rev H M Smith visiting Alpine and Marathon respectively.
In Brewster County Texas J H Rector guardian has filed final account for Lena May and Minnie Pearl Rector minors and seeks discharge from guardianship He urges interested parties to appear at the County Court in Alpine on August 21 1922 to contest the account and discharge The notice is dated June 29 1922 and signed by Clerk W H Lease seal on file.
An Alpine Drug Store promotes Martin's Screw Worm Killer in handy squirt top containers. The ad claims it kills worms heals wounds and keeps flies away. It offers a money back guarantee and lists Avalanche at $2.00 per year.
Ohio report to the Biological Survey notes skunks raid beehives at night, scratching the hive until bees emerge, then eating them. The survey recommends fencing hives with chicken wire at least three feet high to deter the pests.
An advertisement claims Martins Blue Bug Remedy treats blue bugs and other blood sucking insects on poultry. It promises satisfaction with a money back offer and directs readers to ask Alpine Drug for purchase.
An advertisement touts Adler-i-ka like medicine containing buckthorn bark and glycerine as a cure for long standing stomach trouble. It claims action on both bowels and removal of foul matter, aiding gas and constipation while allegedly preventing appendicitis. It also notes a local drug store endorsement and mentions visitors Dr. George W. Baines and family from Fort Worth touring Alpine and Pecos.
In Brewster County Texas guardian Eva Ruth Winder files final account and asks discharge from guardianship for minor Eva Ruth Winder. Court in Alpine sets hearing for the 3rd Monday in August 1922 Jr 17 1922 W H Lease Clerk.
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