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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1915
Page
2
The piece argues the nation shows calm over possible war with Germany, citing National City Bank’s view that entry would not cripple general business. It contrasts past war anxiety with current steadiness, and notes ongoing concerns about war’s impact on industry and supplies, while criticizing Democratic office holders.
The piece discusses the Mexican situation and the need for a capable leadership to interpret President Wilson’s notice. It notes blame exchanges between Villa and Carranza, doubt about self settlements, and the US pressure required for a recognizable Mexican government. It also references local gold excitement, Texas Press Association talks, Bryan’s resignation, and phone-rate debates in Alpine.
Confident veterans vow to aid the president beyond ceremonial duties. Though advanced in age, many remain robust and willing to serve in any capacity. The pledge emphasizes active readiness and enduring spirit rather than a mere home guard role.
Texas Ranger Lee Burdette was shot and killed at Fabens, near El Paso, by a Mexican gang while searching for disturbers. Ranger Bell returned fire as the attackers fled, with one wounded and arrested suspects later. The shooting follows a spate of border violence including earlier killings of U.S. officers and a customs inspector. Burdette, 32, was born in Austin. possible relatives are in Houston.
Alpine housewives fear a dust storm epidemic that could arise from daily dust. An ad promotes a Wizard map for cleaning and a Wiz carpet sweep to reduce dust and moth damage, offered by Alpine Hardware Co for 75 cents or 50 cents.
J H Derrick as Substitute Trustee announces a public outcry sale on July 6 1915 at Alpine Brewster County Texas to satisfy a debt secured by a deed of trust on two tracts of land in Alpine including a triangular lot and a block in Henderson Addition with payment of taxes already paid by C Given endorser. The sale is at the Court House door between 10 AM and 4 PM for cash to the highest bidder.
Sunday program notes Christ call to young women based on Luke 10 38 42 read by Mise Eve Callin. Leaders talk Stroud and active speaker Miss To Active S Maratha the Entertainer Mies Use Hickete ry the Learnes Mises Ura O Malor. Meeting at the Presbyterian Church.
The Sheriff of Brewster County Texas will sell on the first Tuesday in July 1915 the real estate of A M Turney in Alpine described as Block 9 Hancock addition at public vendue for cash under a judgment in favor D Hanis Brick and Tile Co. The notice is published in Alpine Avalanche as required by law. The sale is by order of Medina County District Court dated May 10 1915 and levy made June 4 1915. Witness J A Walton Sheriff Brewster County. Also classified ads for sanitary cleaning and a New Studebaker buckboard & harness appear in the same issue.
Notice to contractors from County Judge Brewster outlining bidding procedures and required qualifications for the latest public works project. Includes project name, location, estimated cost, submission deadline, and contact details for the county offices handling the bids.
An advertisement seeks a ranch proposition in exchange for a cash sum between 200000 and 500000 to improve San Antonio business property. Respond with full details to P O Box 260 San Antonio Texas Advt 6 17 16.
An Alpine Furniture Co advertisement promotes an iceless refrigerator that cools from 98 to 57 degrees in 30 minutes and holds it. It lists a 12 gallon model at $6 and a 20 gallon size at 57.
Experienced teacher applies for a role in education. Seeks school or private teaching work and invites consideration from the office. Advertisement note Advt-6-10-4t signals vacancy listing.
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