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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1921
Page
4
Reading about Florida floods and hurricanes prompts gratitude for safety. Commentary recalls drug stores selling whiskey for medicinal use in Kansas and notes a strong wave of teetotalism. The piece mentions Congress attempting to modify alcohol laws.
The article suggests the Disarmament Conference will depart from Open Discussion policy and be held privately. It states the Plan of the government will not be public until other nations reveal theirs, with no reduction in naval strength and a possible agreement to limit war armaments in the near future.
A fragmented notice mentions dairy products, a phone contact, and references to a day’s measurements. The readable details focus on descriptions of musk and cream products and a contact line.
The report claims Japan will build a powerful navy by contracting for vast warships and then sending delegates to Washington. It suggests Japan may have about 50 first class battleships, casting doubt on near term world peace and questioning the conference’s credibility.
Mixed grades of pecans offered for sale prepaid 30 cents per pound 25 cents for good mixed grades. Crop short and order taken immediately. Cash with order. James Lee Sherwood Texas.
A Washington conference faces the clash of world power and domestic ideals. The text argues blood ties of nations, dangers of Russianism and selfishness, and the need to enforce or amend prohibition laws to preserve law and order. It links personal homes to civilization and warns against war driven by greed and conquest.
Property owner WD Boreham of Glenn Springs Texas posts a no trespass notice on Chisel Mountain pasture and warns that all trespassers are liable to prosecution.
Clarence Hord owner warns that any person taking wood water or grass or hunting or fishing on the Hord Ranch or surrounding lands will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
A local story describes a strong pipe smell in Town, likened to a mattress warehouse and a rother repeat factory. The smoker fails to notice the odor due to a destroyed sense of smell and risks legal trouble if he ignores the issue.
Custom house trade reports indicate substantial gains as Mexico's stability improves. Analysts note increased confidence for sector growth and cross border commerce with rising shipments and better market access.
Prominent bankers and magazines note strong economic ties as US firms deploy agents to Mexico City. The National City Bank reports rising Mexican imports and exports, with quantities and investments expanding. President Obregon promises security and support for foreign business, while a government department offers direct inquiries and aims for accurate information.
Editor notes 1919 charity efforts in Pine's Baptist church area. The Associated Charities of Alpine faced exhausted funds after initial donations, with volunteers sometimes covering needs from personal funds. A caller sought help to reach Phoenix, Arizona, prompting a small loan from Bro. Bandy to cover travel, while questions arose about church support and future arrangements.
Officials urge tempers on cattle loan foreclosures amid falling livestock values. They warn mass sales may bankrupt borrowers and wreck the industry, urging lenders and borrowers to seek leniency to rescue the cattle sector and avoid widespread disaster.
Readers learn of a cure for catarrh offered by Hall's Catarrh Medicine. The makers promise to pay $100 if it fails to cure any case and invite testimonials. Product is distributed by F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo, Ohio and sold by druggists.
Notice warns that any person connecting or tampering with the lighting circuit without notifying the office will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law for theft by Alpine Light and Tire Company.
O2 pastures enforcement caution signed by manager H T Fletcher warns that any person taking wood water or grass will be prosecuted for trespass.
The timetable lists express and limited trains on the Southern Pacific line with times for north and south bounds. Notable departures and arrivals include No. 110 Express at 6 57 A M and No. 102 Limited at 3 59 A M in the eastbound direction, and No. 109 Express at 9 29 A M and No. 101 Limited at 4 27 A M westbound. Also Kansas City Mexico and Orient service shows No. 25 south bound arriving 1 15 A M and No. 20 north bound departing 3 15 A M.
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