Democratic State Stand Shown By Texas Letter
A fragmented political missive lists directors and officials and attacks the state Democratic committee. It references J D Jackson Finn P Wilson CW Livingston and others while claiming law defiance and urging the party to unite before the upcoming primary. It alleges coercion of ballots and criticizes the railroad commissioner appointment and governor candidate selection.
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Clarence Gil
Texas Toerate Senate
Sander
Texas
Senate
Pri
Women Meet Saturday at Court House for Registration and Voting
City women gather Saturday night at the Court House to register and vote in a nonpartisan election. Miss Isabelle Smith, daughter of Presiding Elder Smith, and Miss Nita Cox attend. Smith travels from the University of Texas campus as she returns home to EL Vou, where her relative died this year.
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Isabelle Smith
Oaf
Jackson Files Brief on Orient Rail and War Efforts
Fragmented notes describe plans around the Orient Railroad toward Sierra Blanca and Brewster County. Mentions half of Quicksilver production, a forthcoming smelter, rail spur construction, feed shortages, and local calls to hold lines for war support and Liberty Bond purchases.
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Yeeos
Big Bend
Sierra Blanca
United States
Brewster County
Orient
Orient Railroad
Stockton
Texas
Brewsters Privilege and Alpine Women’s Civic Role
A fragmentary note praises Alpine women for their civic work and influence in public affairs. It references primaries and July elections, urging thoughtful participation and noting men in county offices like Sheriff and Tax Collector as positions of interest.
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Alpine
Mara
Drewster
Allen Watton
Cardui Medicine Claims Relief From Nervous Health Woes
A patient describes severe nervous exhaustion and insomnia improved after taking Cardui, with husband recommending it. The account claims the remedy is plant based, non habit forming, and has helped thousands of women, urging others to try it for troubles related to health and vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathleen
Dallas Pring
Tela
Commissioners Court Meeting Dispatches Valuation Protests
The Commissioners Court held a two day session discussing equalization and pensions for Thos arrasco and Henito Salasar. County attorney L L Martin received a $40 monthly salary, and a mining company protest raised the valuation from 50 000 to 200 000 or higher with a future hearing planned in July. Taxpayers express sentiment that a million dollar business be valued on a smaller basis.
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Thosarrasco
Henito Salasar
Countyney L.L Martin
Chisos Mining Co.p
Anbasis
Red Cross Rooms Improved and Reopened
Work resumed Monday after a week of rest and the Red Cross rooms were improved with new lockers and fixtures. The ladies have entered with a new spirit, and they ask that refugees donate to the rooms.
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RED Cross
Meeting of Board of Equalization in Brewster County Texas
Notice is given that the commissioners court will meet as a Board of Equalization on a July day in 1918 to hear all evidence of parties notified to appear before the board. County Clerk W H Lease. Deputy M S Burk.
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Ammissioners’ Court
National Thrift Stamp Day Observance Noted
A June 28 observance is highlighted with a talk at schoolhouses about thrift stamps. The notice notes proclamations by officials and calls for community discussion on the event.
Alpine May Have Union Depot
Messrs. Mel GM and O'Brien of the Orient Railways were here Tuesday conferring regarding the convenience and potential establishment of a union depot at Alpine. Local officials discussed site and funding options.
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Alpine
UNION
Messrs
Mel Gmnd O'Brien
Orient Railways
Register Receipts and Early Vote Preparations Noted
A fragmented report describes registrar actions for upcoming elections. It mentions women expected to vote, receipt processes, and possible early ordering of voting blanks, with a reference to Jim Burk in Texas.
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Texas Ording
Jim Burk
Philip Hudgins Wins Commission in Field Artillery
Philip Hudgins, recently assigned as a shine gran wey in the field artillery, has won a commission. The ex service member, now stationed in the South, gains recognition for top performance and leadership during his tenure.
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F. Hudgins
Speth Here Tuesday for Congress Candidacy
Jumbled notes state Hudspeth would speak at the courthouse about his candidacy for Congress from the district. Messrs Furney Hobby and Cole planned trips to Alpine to hear W. W. for governor. J.D. Jackson A.M. and Ashford attended, with Jackson conferring about Langhorne and reserving soldiers to handle the sit.
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Furney
Hobby
Cole
Alpine
J.D. Jackson
A.M. Nd Ashford
W. W
Gove
County Ticket Completion Report Highlights Certified Candidates
The Avalanche notes that a county ticket is completed with certified candidates for most offices and precinct executive positions. As of now, all offices except precinct executive have confirmed names. The verification process has finalized results for the listed races.
For Sale Old 11pt Type Avalanches in stock
For sale about 200 pounds of this 11 point type. Notice set from run of cases and shows condition. Buy may include remaining cases and sorting materials. Suitable for small printer or job shop upgrading inventory. Located locally for pickup.
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Conditio
Telephone girls go on strike at Alpine and Maria
The Alpine and Maria telephone girls plan a strike beginning Saturday over a $40 monthly pay request. Trainers probe paths this week as workers push for higher wages amid ongoing negotiations.
City Commission Officials Listed in Local Meeting
The city commissions names include Renr. F. Berkeley as mayor with FE. Gillett Geo. W. Baines and Miss Flora J. Daugherty serving in clerk and related posts along with U.S. Justice and City Marshal as city officials.
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Renr. F. Berkeley
FE. Gillett
Geo. W. Baines
Flora J. Daugherty
U.S. Justice
Card of Thanks to Alpine Friends and Family
We express heartfelt thanks to friends and the people of Alpine for kindness and assistance during our dear daughter and sister’s last illness. Mr and Mrs CS family thank you for the beautiful floral offerings and support.
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Alpine
Government to Operate Orient Road Contract Ordered
President Kemptner writes Mr Jackson that Judge Payne has ordered road officials to reach an agreement on a contract. The government will run the Orient road, crediting the success of a delegation sent to Washington.
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Jackson
Kemptner
The
Orient 1
Payne Hi
Ation
Washington
Over the Top Auto Pop Offer from Yates Saddlery
An advertisement announces a new Pop for autos produced by GML and offered by Yates Saddlery. It promises proper fitting and suggests customers can have accessories installed with expert care, aimed at vehicle owners seeking enhancements.
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Joneth
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Doe
Alpine Lumber Co
Cohar Society
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Edison
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Jackson Files
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Cardus
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Speth
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Congress
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Head Dairy
U.S. Navy
Marta
Tex
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Jackson St
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Borderland Auto CO
U.S. Fuel Administration
Alamo Lumber Co
Our Dress Goods Department
Mitchell-Gillett Co
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