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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1930
Page
5
Census figures show Brewster County population increasing to 6619 in 1930 from 4822 in 1920, a gain of about one third. No precinct-level release yet. county totals reflect substantial growth since 1920.
W. 8 Dunbar announces his candidacy for constable of precinct No 1. Alpine resident most of the last 80 years, returning recently from another location. He has served as a peace officer for 12 to 18 years and plans to reside permanently in the city and enforce the law if elected.
W I Pratt assistant district manager says Hassen Company quarters will be completely remodeled soon. A sale began yesterday to prepare for the remodel with a rush on opening day and extra sales staff hired to handle customers.
City of Alpine Texas votes to issue bonds totaling 121000 for refunds of warrants and to fund interest and principal. Election set for May 1930 with serial bonds up to 40 years, interest not above 5.5 percent, and tax levy to cover interest and sinking fund.
The document records Alpine Texas officials approving a bond election for 11 Permanent Improvement Bonds to fund city projects with notices to be posted and published in Alpine Avalanche. It includes certification by City Clerk M H Moorman and Mayor G W Baines. It ends with a fatal accident: Walter F Honesty struck by a gas jet after dropping his watch, causing a skull fracture.
The piece argues for patronizing home merchants in Alpine to preserve local individuality, civic growth, and town finances. It contrasts independent merchants with chain stores, noting local spending circulates within the town, funds the college, and sustains employment, while chain stores drain capital and reduce community contribution. It urges students to back independent local merchants.
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