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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
2
Public notice announcing the Democratic Primaries for the 117 Legislative District to be held in July. McParland identified as election subject and action by voters is noted. The wording emphasizes voter decision and official designation of the district.
The Pecos county political row centers on Sabia’s death sentence for the murder of Marshall Morehead. Governor Col quitt’s interference drawn as uncalled for against an outraged public, while Sabia’s supporters blame drink.
In Brewster county Texas on June 15 1914 Democratic Executive Committee meets at Alpine court house. Election judges appointed for precincts Alpine Robt Cartledge Terlingua Marathon Me Kinney Springs and more. Candidates assessed by salaries received amid broader discussion of announcements and trust concerns.
Miss Mary Sheehy of Sutherland Springs Texas principal of Falls City public schools arrived Saturday to attend the Normal.
The storm brought the heaviest rain seen in years with one bridge washout on the Orient. Drowning losses include 60 young chickens after Monday’s downpour. Locals discuss visits, ranch activity, and community events at Christian Church, plus cattle movement from Ft. Stockton and Alpine.
No opposition to the regular Democratic ticket in Brewster county by filing day though talk of an independent ticket surfaces. El Paso boosters helped secure the next State Democratic convention amid strong competition. Marfa plans a Fourth of July celebration promising a West Texas welcome to attendees despite cautionary old sayings about gambling and honesty.
The piece critiques a political talk on mood and adjournment, notes Judge Blanton's charges at Alpine post office, urges papers to publish Blanton’s reply to Smith, and predicts Ball as next Texas governor. a Pecos death sentence commutation is questioned as unjust to Pecos citizens.
Miss Magrott Townsend left Wad for San Antonio to visit friends. Mr. Gillet of Alpine shopped here for business. Oto Lochonsen reviewed Sunday visits with his El Paso relatives. Lucian Muttill returned from San Antonio with two daughters. Shackelford left for Lao on an extended visit. Haywood returned from Ft. Worth. Lucille French came back from Sanderson for Normal work. Alice Lemmon arrived from Sanderson to enroll. Eugene Hector among new arrivals. Tests surprised some classes. Turney’s rain predictions held true. Normal sessions occur daily at 10 10 with visitors welcome. Mary Jonas learned of a near relative’s death.
The Avalanche notes an annual meeting at Stallman Grove and announces Skillman Grove campmeeting will start on the night of July 16. Officials say conditions are favorable for a large attendance and a successful gathering. For more information address B Bloys Vat Dene Tex.
Sunday morning features The Song of the Redeemed and evening service titled Good Soli Prof. Alexander Ludwig will sing. Other services as usual. A cordial welcome to all. H. M. Smith, Pastor.
Mr and Mrs W M Peench hosted a dinner in honor of their children studying in San Antonio with roses and ferns adorning rooms and a musical program. Norma Adams hosted a Sunday lunch party and dances followed. Brewster County scholastic census shows a rise: Alpine 517 Marathon 312 Terlingua 372 McKinney Springs 100 total 1301. Episcopal Rev R C Gildas Taylor will lead services at Woodmen hall Sunday 10 30. Public cordially invited.
Rental ad notes two room cottage with running water for five dollars monthly. Apply at Avalanche Caldwell. Buy fuel of the wooden man.
A brief broadcast notes Florence Sublett speaking on Barnabas character. Mr. Watson presents a three minute talk. Amelia Brooks and Mrs. Phelps discuss Barnabas and Paul and their work in Antioch. Ads mention a missionary recital and related notices.
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