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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1929
Page
2
Society editor reports a Fort Davis correspondence and Marathon notes under the Act of Congress of 1879. The piece reflects on social commentary, public manners, and shared ethos as readers are invited to view themselves in the mirror of public life. The tone is reflective and aims to entertain while noting local personalities.
The article contemplates the word armistice and the big war, recalling towns, ceremonies, and the people who served or perished in 1918. It notes the day November 11 as a memorial, urging remembrance of individual sacrifices while reflecting on the broader war impact and the Kaiser's figures. A stray line references a bizarre incident about a woman biting her husband with a ukulele.
A fragmented report notes that county lands designated for union purposes in seventeen West Texas counties yield no tax revenue and contribute no improvements or services within city borders, leaving county officers with limited revenue tools.
A fragment reflects Armistice Day optimism as leaders like MacDonald speak for peace and international amity. The note calls for gratitude for the fallen and the bright prospect of lasting harmony worldwide through continued efforts and cooperation.
A defensive, strongly worded editorial warns that careless driving destroys lives and property. It condemns reckless, incompetent, and ignorant behavior, urging strict observance of traffic laws and both written and unwritten rules to prevent avoidable accidents.
In England and America the text argues the supreme aim is service to family and society. It stresses personal duty, developing individuality, and serving the masses. It contrasts European views of Americans as dollar-chasers, asserting wealth follows principled service and that millionaires are often humble, plain people.
The Lobo El Paso Mines played a rugged match last Saturday in which both teams showcased new combinations. Coach Graves aims to use a 44 punter to pin the opposition back, while the Mines seek to improve backfield play and defense as they prepare for upcoming games.
The Sheriff of Brewster County Texas greets A Ament administrator of the estate of J T Weaver and notifies all heirs and others claiming an interest to file objections to the account and partition within the November term of 1929 of the Brewster County Court in Alpine Texas. The clerk J W Frazer presides and the notice is issued under authority of the county court.
The regular chamber of commerce session Monday noon discussed an Armistice Day program for next Monday. Speakers included Rev. Maren Sparks J H Head and HW Moretock with John Perkins reporting on the West Texas chamber convention. The program featured music by Sul Ross talent and was well received by a pleased crowd.
Roxy's Gang performed at Sul Ross College in the auditorium last Saturday, delivering a versatile program that mixed popular tunes, jazz delivery, and Negro spirituals. The quartet showcased range from tenor to bass, with solo numbers by Clowe and a featured "Rigoletto Quartet" piece eliciting sustained laughter and applause. Miriam Deering, the pianist and female member, briefly joined a scheduled number, highlighting the ensemble's engaging dynamics and stage presence.
Dr J Wright president of the Highland Poultry Show reports his Australorp hen laid 320 eggs in 365 days, a record for large sized birds. He values the hen at 200 dollars and says he has orders for more birds of this breed.
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