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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1924
Page
2
A brief postal notice states the item is entered as second class matter at the Alpine Texas post office under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879.
A congressman was censured on charges of conspiracy to laud the Government in alleged quid pro quo dealings, while another congressman was freed of a charge of immoral conduct. The report notes ongoing investigations and political fallout.
Dr Butler head of Columbia reports enforcement failure while Dr Eliot emeritus head of a major university denies Yor. Butler concludes certain findings but Dr Viet does not share the political framing as does the Columbia president.
The Alpine High School community honors the 1923 24 graduating class and encourages continued persistence and school spirit as students prepare to line the alma mater and respond to future invitations.
Midday heat persists as thundershowers rumble around the area with light showers in the afternoon. Residents debate bringing coats and venturing out while scattered rain dampens some locales and dampens student activity amid uncertain forecasts.
A Dallas columnist questions courtesy and ethics of unsigned editorial submissions mailed to papers. The piece argues editorials reflect the paper's stance unless signed and warns that publishing uncredited views risks eroding masthead integrity.
The Rio Grande area considers forming a press association to serve Wahbers Uvalde and points between Sierra Blanca and El Paso. Editors plan an Alpine meeting and aim to delay national travel to Mexico City until late June, inviting editors to join in organizing efforts.
Mr John Marshall of the Marathon based Rubber Company says he will ship about the 18th carload of candelilla wax from Alpine to New York. He treats wax as a sideline to rubber business, noting the idle plant spurred the wax trade, with samples sent to Japan and London. River products worth 80 000 to 90 000 dollars reach markets from the county, with wax the key item.
A letter from Mrs. Ira Neal of San Antonio Texas shares a poem praising Alpine and the view from Normal Hill. She recalls the Hancock mountain winds and the Sul Rose Normal School and describes a verdant valley and a panorama of city fields orchards and distant mountains. The piece ends urging readers to visit Alpine for the grandest view.
Chairman J M Pouncey of the Brewster County Democratic Committee announces assessment against precinct county and state candidates. Fees range from 1.00 for state and district offices to 15.00 for County Surveyor and 7.50 for a precinct constable. Key dates: June 2 announce, June 24 announce county and precinct, June 23 pay fees, June 14 file to place on primary ballot, July 26 election. Absentee ballots allowed July 16 to 23 or by notary July 6 to 16 for out of state voters.
Alpine greets Phoebe K. Warner of Claude as she plans to deliver principal addresses at Alpine High School and Sul Ross State Teachers College commencements. Local groups join in hosting with possible Davis Mountain excursion to highlight state park potential. Warner, a noted writer and editor, is praised for her editorials and articles.
The San Angelo Standard marked its fortieth birthday on May 3 with a special edition lauding its historic content and Civil War era memories. The issue reflects on local legends, Texas Ranger history, and the paper’s role in West Texas journalism and progress.
Members were hosted by Mrs. W. E. Caldwell for a pleasant afternoon. Elected officers include President Mrs. W. W. Jenkins, Vice President Mrs. C. D Wood, Secretary Mrs. John Perkins, Treasurer Mrs. R. A. McMurray, and Reporter Mrs. H. W. Morelock. Refreshments followed.
A thoroughbred Rhode Island cockerel offered for sale or exchange for broiler or frying-size chickens. Contact Mrs. Jenkins by phone 15.
Brewster County invites sealed proposals to improve the Alpine Terlingua road segment known as the Big Hill south of Alpine. Bids due June 9, 1924 at 10 am to Judge James A Burke Alpine with a 500 dollar bid bond. Plans available at County Engineer A L White office. County may reject bids or waive technicalities.
Rev J A McMillan will deliver the baccalaureate sermon for Sanderson High School on Sunday evening marking the third year he has served the Sanderson schools. No Presbyterian church services next Sunday though Sunday school runs at the usual hour inviting all visitors.
The Rio Grande Review advocates forming a Southwest Texas press association, proposing names like Big Bend or Trans-Pecos but arguing the group should cover all of southwest Texas. It calls for input from Alpine and other publishers and favors inclusive representation beyond a single river region.
State Senator Joe Burkett of Estland schedules speaking stops in Fort Stockton Sanderson Alpine and Marfa on May 16 17 including Alpine May 17 at 4 00 p m and Marfa May 17 at 8 00 p m. The piece notes Burkett was previously announced but did not appear and expects a receptive audience similar to prior gubernatorial candidate visits.
Help wanted advertisement for reliable active men to sell nursery stock. Positions available full time part time or temporary permanent. Austin Nursery, F T Ramsey & Son, Austin Texas. 63 years in Texas. 19-8-2
The piece recounts a Mexican festival on May 3 in Ojinaga and Presidio where a cross on the Mountain of the Cross is used to imprison the Devil each year. Villagers light a brush line from the chapel to the river to trap the Devil as the sun sets, then rebuild the cross barrier for another year.
A brief item notes Day and Night Service at Good Cooking and Sanitation Qui Moito and mentions New Deal Cafe located south of the depot with a reference code 19.8-13t.
An advertisement promotes Halls Catarrh Medicine and its ointment for catarrh and deafness caused by catarrh. It asserts the internal medicine acts as a tonic and works through the blood to mucous surfaces, aiding normal conditions. Sold by druggists for over four years by F. J. Cheney & Co.
The Avalanche lists candidates for the July 26 Democratic Primary across district attorney county judge and various county positions. Names include Brian Montague W B Hancock Jas A Burke Turney W N Gourley W A Anja Wilson W H Lease E E Townsend M T Chastain J W Phelps W H Ragin M L Hopson Clarence Hord A Anderson G A Brown and others.
General Order No. 5 announces the 24th Annual Reunion of Mountain Remnant Ltd Brigade Texas Division UCV to be held July 16 17 and 18 in Christoval Texas with cooked rations provided for veterans and families. Attendees are urged to bring bedding and children and spouses are welcome to join the hospitality of local supporters.
Persons taking wood water or grass from or hunting on the Nevill Ranch will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Mrs. Kate Nevill, owner.
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