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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1921
Page
6
A 1921 editorial argues crime is rarely spontaneous, tracing it to long patterns of thought and evil influence. It explores how apparent acts of passion result from preexisting mental preparation and misperceived motives, urging careful judgment of so called model citizens.
The piece argues that true murder is never unpremeditated and criticizes a man Mey for contemplating and planning the act in cooler moments. It contrasts self defense with deliberate intent and condemns premeditated crime by a trusted citizen, urging pure thoughts.
A persuasive argument extols church attendance for pleasure and instruction. The Bible is praised as the source of inspiration, poetry, science, and revelation, offering comfort after death and guidance for bold actions regardless of belief. It presents the Bible as all-encompassing and foundational to wisdom and greatness.
Voice from Houston S L Moore writes to congratulate on the March 10 Avalanche issue. He says the copy is full of good news and urges continued good work to build a strong subscription, noting strong interest in Brewster County and hoping to join the readership soon.
The new congress faces one of modern times great opportunities and its actions will be watched by millions. The piece condemns exploiting boards of trade by pirates who enrich themselves at the public's expense and calls for government to curb such speculation.
A collection of humorous observations on virtue news stories fashion prices and everyday life. It jokes about prohibition Sweden Alpine drivers and a range of quirky anecdotes from a soft voiced telephone girl to a bald headed barber and a Iowa romance suit.
The piece rails against speculators who swing prices of wheat and corn for personal gain. It argues for a strong elastic law to curb leeches, asserting supply and demand should set prices and any excess is robbery. It asks if Congress will seize this century’s golden opportunity.
A reader responds with strong praise and criticism of the Avalanche editorials on what defines a Christian nation. The letter argues that Christian should mean follower of Christ and condemns self-proclaimed Christians engaging in evil deeds. It also suggests the concept sometimes becomes a matter of geography.
A Marathon Texas reader cites a March 19 1921 editorial arguing the United States is not a Christian nation. The remark challenges the idea and triggers discussion on national identity and religion in public life.
A columnist argues men and women face similar moral judgments but women bear harsher scrutiny. The piece notes gender bias and calls attention to social norms shaping behavior and expectations. An Oklahoma enforcement officer was arrested for drunkenness, hinting at personal strain amid public duty.
A dye that does not stiffen straw hats restores a worn hat to a fresh appearance. Fidelity Straw Hat Dye is available in standard colors and sold by druggists and outlets including Alpine Drug Store and Palace Pharmacy in Alpine.
A playful local sketch traces Hector from a mischievous pup in a town tale to a grown man running a live business. He drives a sports model Speedboy, cashes Liberty Bond coupons, and pays for the paper two years ahead.
Buick five passenger sale advertised for 250 dollars. View at Joe Carr's garage as listed by H Nail. The brief notice notes the price and location for the public sale of the vehicle.
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