Boundary question moves after Red River ruling
The Supreme Court has ruled the Red River south bank as the Texas Oklahoma boundary. The editorial notes the court may soon decide which river edge qualifies as the bank and questions how shifting water lines affect boundaries. It argues farm prices are down while costs and rates stay high, delaying normal conditions and better times.
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United States Supreme Court
Red River
Texas
Oklahoma
Alan
Editorial gratitude from the county paper’s editor
In a brief note J. H. Ritchie thanks local business men and readers for cooperation and support during the sub editor’s brief tenure. He praises everyone’s readiness to contribute and Promises continued effort to provide news and promote the paper’s interests.
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J. H. Ritchie
Overproduction Not Sole Cause of Low Farm Prices
The piece argues that farm price declines are not mainly due to overproduction since much of the world suffers hunger. It cites transportation difficulties and high freight rates as the primary barrier to moving livestock and farm products to starving Europe, explaining why demand is hampered despite shortages.
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Europe
Local Auto and Electrical Shop Ad Promises Prompt Service
Bring all your electrical troubles to the Big Bend Auto and electrical shop. If your car gives trouble phone 168 and ask for Murray or Neill prompt service.
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Big Bend Auto and Electrical Shop
Murray Or Neill
Big Bend Auto Electric Shop
Peary Cook Arctic Pole Rivalry Recalled in Memoir
A reminiscence recalls Admiral Peary’s North Pole claim and the Cook controversy. It notes Cook’s Fort Worth residence, Amundsen’s South Pole feat in 1911, and hints at Einstein’s 12 years later arrival in America exploring time theories.
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Admiral Peary
North Pole
Fredrick Cook
Peary
Cook
Fort Wort
Ronald Amundson
South Pole
Mt Everest
Asia
Bert Einstein
America
Notices in Brewster County Court and Mohair Market Report
Public legal notice from Brewster County Texas requests publication of an estate sale by administratrix Lucille Mattie French listing multiple parcels in Marathon Alpine and other areas with a court date in May 1921. Mohair sale report notes nearly 0.5 million pounds sold at 18 cents a pound in Del Rio, comments on prices, rail rates, and Alpine advertising strength by local Avalanche supporters.
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Brewster County
Burnam
Hess
Shipman
Alpine
Texas
Hidalgo County
Zavalla County
Crystal City
County Court
A. D
del Rio
Notable Figures Draw Crowded Attention Worldwide
The article compares René Viviana and Sarah Bernhardt with Napoleon and Shakespeare, noting Viviana’s warm reception in this country and Bernhardt’s immense fame. It emphasizes that Shakespeare’s plays attract crowds and are read globally, underscoring enduring cultural reach.
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René Viviana
Sarah Bernhardt
Napoleon
Shakespeare
Sul Ross State Normal School Catalogue Highlighted
The Summer Quarter catalogue from Sul Ross State Normal School in Alpine is a 33 page booklet praised for its educational value and for spotlighting the city and the state’s notable institution.
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Sul Ross State Normal School
Meatless Nation Looms As Prices Squeeze Consumers
OCR notes widespread concern over postwar markets and soaring transportation costs. It argues meat and lard consumption fell to 154 pounds per person annually, with wages 40 million workers affected, predicting a shift toward reduced meat intake and potential industry bankruptcy without price relief.
Texas Senate Joint Resolution proposes voting changes 1921
The document outlines a constitutional amendment to Section 2 of Article 6, Texas, restricting electors to United States citizens. It allows either spouse to pay the other's poll tax, authorizes absentee voting, and sets the July 4th 1921 election date. It calls for Governor’s proclamation and a $5000 appropriation for publication and election costs. S. L. Staples secretary of state signs as true copy.
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State of
Texas
United States
State of Texas
Wage earners spread and Ford debt defied
Mr McCoy cites 40 million wage earners with top earners at 5 and 4 million and a mean of about 1200. Ford recently paid off 24 million owed, ensuring no car shortage. A Paris school displays brain molds of great Frenchmen to teach children smart brains may be shown someday.
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McCoy
Congress
Henry Ford
Ford
Paris
Government forecast cuts aim for four billion FY end
It is believed further expense reductions will keep government outlays under four billion dollars for the fiscal year ending in June. Taxpayers may gain some consolation from the projected savings.
Five room house and lot south of railway tract Alpine Texas
Classified ad for a five room house and one lot and a half located south of the railway tract in Alpine Texas. The listing mentions contact person Martin Jr.
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Alpine
Texas
Martin,Jr
For Sale or Trade Hambletonian Mare and Harness Gear
Four year old Hambletonian racing mare with shop made saddle and chaps offered for sale or trade. Mare is same age and size as a listed mare and can be broken to match with harness for team work. Trade options include dairy cows or a Ford vehicle. terms available. Located 1% miles west of Mt. Signal store Calexico California. 12-41.
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Ford
Leo Jeffus
Calexico
Calif
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