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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1914
Page
2
A short note in the Alpine Post asks whether the cruiser Emden belongs to the German navy and wonders if there are other ships of its type. The item reflects early 20th century interest in naval matters and foreign warships.
West Texas asserts abundance of water for a new swimming effort, claiming sufficient supplies for a handsome plan. Local officials debate how best to use the water as drought concerns linger.
After incorporation under a commission plan residents praise waterworks fire protection public health and sidewalks as many blessings to the community in the wake of the change.
Towns under the commission plan push cement sidewalks to speed growth. Residents advocate better derwalke and grade crossings over Alpine to improve safety and mobility.
The President issues a Thanksgiving proclamation while West Texas governors echo the tradition with annual messages expressing gratitude for various local and national factors. The remarks reflect regional pride and common holiday themes.
The writer notes West Texas farmers favor cotton and overlook other crops. A farmer who grows food is less affected by wars in Europe and contributes to westward stockraising and clover fields, highlighting agricultural diversity beyond cotton.
The speaker asks which nations seek national extinction by their own hand and notes plans by empires to seize American cities and overwhelm U S forces with small detachments. The remark questions wartime ambitions and cautions about motives in the European struggle.
A report states Congressman Slayden was arrested in his hometown of San Antonio for jay walking a non serious offense. The incident is described as a normal act of crossing streets directly rather than step by step.
The governor laments the legislature’s failure to follow his directives, calling the chief executive overbearing. He argues a sovereign people and a representative body cannot be mere puppets of the administration.
The Lonoke Democrat commends Rev W W Nelson and his wife as they accept a call to the Alpine Texas Methodist church. Nelson built up Lonoke’s church from Pine Bluff origin, known for generosity and service to the poor. Health reasons drive the departure. well wishes follow them to Alpine with hope they may return.
Miss Myrtle McFarland hosted a postponed Halloween party Monday night at her home in Alpine. Rain delayed the event but sixty young guests enjoyed games pumpkin pie and whipped cream. The hostess and her mother Mrs McFarland were lauded for the evening's perfection. Dr Benjamin F Berkeley announced the forthcoming marriage of Myrtle McFarland to Russell Wilson son of Rev J C Wilson.
W. E. Caldwell, a produce merchant, proposes setting aside substantial money awards next season for top alfalfa maize and related crops. The idea envisions cooperative effort among apple growers, stockmen, farmers, gardeners and business people to form a Brewster County Fair Association and designate Alpine Apple Day next year.
The Alpine Public School announces top October grades across grades nine to eleven. Notable high scores include Mabel Newton and Harbart Anderson, with multiple 90s and a few perfect marks, reflecting strong effort across English history science and language studies.
In heavy rain the Methodist church in Alpine hosted Miss Enon Smith and Mr. G. W. Haas for a formal ceremony officiated by Rev. Hubert M. Smith. Maid of honor Miss Sarah Stroud. best man Mr. Floyd Nichols. couple to reside in Fabens where Haas works as G. H. S. A. agent.
City citizens urged to support public officers by prioritizing common welfare over personal gain. Emphasis on serving the public good rather than enticing ads that favor private owners.
Study Club met at Mrs F E Gillett on Friday afternoon October 30 with Mrs Hancock as chair. Members led discussion on current events and the war while Mesdames Baines Hancock McCool Gentry and Martin assisted. Reporter pro tem. See Dr Aronson at the St Charles Hotel November 6 for three days.
Classified notice advertises a new map of Breswster County showing the Orient Ry and Alpine routes with Turner's Land Office as the selling point. The ad is dated in the October to November range.
A. J. Tippit offers a reward for the return of a 30-30 Winchester rifle lost in Alpine this week. Notify Avalanche office or Advt. 10-22tf.
Elsinore Cattle Co warns that trespassers in the E L pastures will be prosecuted. Public notice printed in the Sept Advt on 10 20 12 31.
Postings warn that the pasture owned by A T Emison is closed to hunting and trespassers will be prosecuted under Advt.43-41.
Sunday School at 10 a.m. Preaching at 1 a.m. and 8 p.m. Junior League at 4 p.m. Prayer meeting at 8 p.m. Wednesday. A cordial welcome to all. W. W. Nelson, Pastor.
Bishop Howden and Rev. R C Gildas Taylor completed a general visitation among the flock. Services will be held at Woonmen's Hall Sunday night at 7 30 o clock. The public is invited.
The notice lists worship and study times at the Church of Christ auditorium with a 10 am song service and a 10 15 am Bible study session followed by communion.
Bible school at 10 a m. Preaching at 1 a m and 7 30 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p m. Everybody invited. H M Bandy Minister.
Classified ad notes two and a half lots in Block 39 with a fence a dug well and a small barn in Elgin Texas for details contact FE L Gerhardt. Also promotes Dickey's Old Reliable Eye Water with a brief sales line and date indicating placement on Ad 8 20 1t and 5-27 4m.
A local ad urges readers to judge a man by his clothes and promotes Sandifer as the sole Alpine provider of a sanitary steam press. He will call for and deliver all orders, promising fresh cleaning and pressing of garments.
For sale 320 acre pasture located 3.5 miles northwest of Alpine Texas. Address inquiries to J B Loughridge 1222 S Jennings Ave Fort Worth Texas. Contact by mail or phone for details and terms.
Notice forbids hunting fishing camping or trespassing on the property of Jason W. James under penalty of law.
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