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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1923
Page
4
The Alpine Avalanche is a weekly newspaper published by The Alpine Publishing Company with a yearly subscription and a six month rate of two dollars. It is entered as second class matter at the Alpine Texas Post Office under the 1879 Act.
A 1923 Thur May report laments revenue drives and state tax talk while detailing a heated scene in Brewster County. It covers Lt. Gov Davieon and the Texas Senate clash over klan march allegations, sugar tariff anger, and party-political tensions impacting public costs.
The letter argues Brewster County has soil climate and water for beet growing. It endorses starting small without large-scale plans and notes rock farming and fruit raising as established possibilities. It suggests the cowar beet can be grown there in sufficient quantities to form a permanent industry.
The town of Sierra Blanca enjoys a revival as new silver mines open and a rich deposit is found. Reports say ore shipments head to the smelter at EI world as output grows in the county and surrounding districts.
The Bryan Eagle editorial discusses Buchanan’s three decades in advertising at Eagle’s Eyrie and weighs whether he should continue in business. It reflects on his impact in the Bryan community, noting questions about his future and the potential for continued enterprise despite uncertainties.
The article notes rising confidence in 1920s business, citing wage gains and strong industries. It mentions Secretary Mellon and states Treasury policies, income taxes, and buyer power in sugar and clothing, arguing optimism with higher wages and living costs.
Reflections praise the Williamson County Sun as a steadfast community newspaper. It highlights its role in shaping moral progress and educational growth while noting its long-standing influence and dedication to local readers.
The article honors centenaries of two veteran masons, noting their status as enduring members of the old guard who shaped the local lodge and the frontier spirit of fraternity. Their lifelong example guided younger members as they met on the Jewel and parted on the square, embodying the brotherhood.
Preparations are under way for the Eight Weeks Gas Engine Automobile and Tractor course beginning June 20 at A M College of Texas. The program targets power farming and aims to boost practical knowledge of engines and machinery.
A brief verse from the Mineral Wells Index and Bryan Eagle extols friendship as enduring and selfless. It proclaims true friendship in the kingdom of God never asks for pay and seeks only to serve as life’s troubles crowd in. Also notes a sale listing for a four horse power Fairbanks Morse gasoline engine at Murray's Garage and Avalache office.
The Christian Courier notes Fort Worth and Dallas elected Christian men as mayors last Tuesday. Fort Worth Mayor E R Cockrell is a preacher and professor who opposed bootleggers and graft. Dallas Mayor-elect Louis Blaylock publishes the Texas Christian Advocate and is a leading Methodist layman in Dallas.
A. H. Swift offers a good six room house with garage, large barn, other outbuildings, and a small orchid on 14 lots. Property located at de on 16-19-1f.
Following Mr. Hancocks address the meeting adjourned to the spacious reception hall where an hour or more was spent in social intercourse. Tea sandwiches fruit salad and olives were served. Miss Newton and Mr Agbill entertained with music during the social hour. Mr Hancock is described as a real pioneer in Alpine identified with its material and social life for more than a third of a century.
The Bible Study Class discussed Paul the Statesman and The Unknown Apostolate led by Mrs. W. Van Sickle. Mrs. J. H. Derrick reviewed the Albuquerque Council, filled three officer roles, and urged greater giving and cheerfulness. Delegates praised hospitality and sighted needs for Alpine Clovis and Deming churches.
Editorial from El Paso Herald questions society's role in crime and the murder of detective Burns. It contrasts law enforcers with bootleggers and narcotics traffickers, urging readers to consider the impact on families and property and to reflect on supporting criminal activity.
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