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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
3
Alpine Bakery promotes bread and delivery while Hord & Co offers barrel pickles and cotton seed products. The post office expands lock boxes as Alpine real estate firms and shops advertise services from bacon to wedding cards. Local residents arrive from El Paso and Marfa as Rev. Bloys and Rev. Atwood plan visits.
The Young People’s Society presents Accepting and Rejecting the Truth led by Miss Ruth Weakley with two songs and a responsive reading from Psalm 69. Special song by Mr. McKenzie precedes topics on church schools and gospel ministry led by Mrs. W. O. Smith and R. C. Anderson. Mrs. E. O. Abbott speaks on gospel value. Mrs. J. D. Jackson asks if truth can stay pure without following Jesus in practice. Miss Ruth McDonnell titled Wisdom’s Entreaty, and the service closes with a benediction.
Undersigned firms doing business as Livingston Undertaking Company in Alpine Texas announce their plan to incorporate under the name Livingston Undertaking Company C W Livingston N o H Livingston G Youna listed as signatories.
Notice to parties who purchased land from A. M. Turney in the Hancock addition of Alpine to call at The First National Bank, pay off notes, and receive their deeds.
A fierce electric storm Tuesday night around nine o clock caused widespread outages of telephones and electric lights. The Methodist church congregation faced panic as lightning crashes lit the sky, though singer Mr McKenzie calmed the crowd with a solo amid the danger. More rain expected as the area braces for further storms.
Templeton T. 8 and Linnie Franks were married yesterday afternoon at the bride’s Alpine home with Rev. Allison officiating. Only immediate friends and relatives attended. Both are well known in Alpine and Brewster County, and many friends will extend best wishes in The Avalanche.
Mrs S M Jones and Miss Effie Coventon visit Locke ranch. Grace Stewart returns from Prude ranch outing. Anita Young of Shafter and Mary Shannon of Marfa visit town. Carmack Fisher and Hutchins killed two bears and took five cubs on Up ranch after rain. Jim Davis family at Fisher ranch. Pleasant shower Thursday night. Carlton family went to Alpine by auto. Born to Emmett and wife a girl on June 2. Rosamond Hutchins recovered from illness.
The burial followed the arrival of daughter Mrs. Henry Lacey from Carrizozo New Mexico. The funeral was led by Rev. Mr. Felix from Marfa and drew many friends. Survived by mother Mrs. A J Harris and five sisters and three brothers in Oklahoma. Deceased was five years old.
A bold printer's notice declares that the government will print names, businesses and addresses on envelopes or backs with Alpine write-ups. Rates are 500 for two dollars, 1000 for three fifty, plus extras for write-ups. Order early to avoid rush.
Beef is scarce but Measday & Co. maintain the fattest and best stock. Orders are encouraged to secure prime cuts amid tight meat availability.
Readers can subscribe to the Avalanche for 1909 with options totaling 2.50 for a year. Pay via P.O. money order or cash, and receive the Avalanche plus one of several leading newspapers such as Galveston Dallas Semi-Weekly News Houston Post San Antonio Express or Ft. Worth Record. Savings of 50 cents offered.
The Phelps family extends heartfelt gratitude through The Avalanche to friends and neighbors for kindness, sympathy and help shown after the death of their wife and mother. The support has aided them in bearing their great bereavement with greater resignation.
On June 25 a laughter filled performance titled The Deestrick Skule will be staged under the direction of the Episcopal Church ladies. Attendees are urged to see the humorous show.
The Alpine Avalanche praises the Alpine Civic club for urging work toward Alpine advancement and challenges the Timpson Civic club to persevere to achieve the same goal as Timpson Daily Times notes.
Rooms for rent at two dollars per week offered by Mrs W S Bievins. Located conveniently and described as comfortable with a note that sick people are not accepted.
The Tyler Courier-Times reports that an East Texas Press Association is forming and will hold a July meeting in Tyler to perfect the organization with newspaper representatives from across the state attending.
I carry in stock a fine line of Watches Rings Chains Bracelets and Jewelry also a neat line of Silverware Sterling and plated Cut Glass Hand painted China Leather goods Fountain Pens Fancy Back Comics and novelties Quality the highest Prices the lowest. Av er t at the Palace Pharmacy.
Brewster County Commissioners Court in Alpine Texas will meet on June 14 1909 as Board of Equalization at the Court House. They will inspect correct and approve the county assessor’s assessment lists and books. Any person may appear at that time and place. May 18 1909. Fiora L Daneherry County Clerk.
The West Texas News notes a strong baseball fad in Del Rio with local supporters urging collective enthusiasm for the Del Rio team as it challenges Alpine. The piece frames the rivalry as moral and civic pride, inviting community backing.
The Dewees Lumber Company advertises windmills windmill support wagons and all vehicle needs. It also offers lumber piping screen doors wallpaper paints oils builders' hardware and related items and invites customers to recall their wide stock and willingness to serve.
A pioneer dealer explains Buick superiority based on early Glidden tours and Eagle Rock climb demonstrations. He notes Buick victories in races and emphasizes power and speed as proof, arguing racing and hill climbs show a car’s true capability.
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