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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1924
Page
4
Hon John H Kirby recalls wartime sacrifice and the defense of rights, urging reverence for the Constitution, loyalty to America, and courage in peace. He warns against internal dissent that weakens the republic and calls for steadfast citizenship and readiness to defend liberty.
University of Texas notes high interest in Bible study with 500 students enrolled in Bible classes run by the Association of Religious Teachers. Courses, though housed outside the university, grant degree credit and require sophomore standing. Emphasis is on historical and literary Bible interpretation under Dr. Frank L. Jewett, head of the association.
A high pressure liquid air machine will be installed in the University of Texas chemistry laboratory after about thirty days. The device, a 1 horsepower motor powered pump operating at 200 pounds, will enable experiments at very low temperatures and pressing purposes. Lecturers may visit to demonstrate liquid air usage, potentially lowering meal costs as the cafeteria reports 18 cents on weekdays and higher on Sundays, serving 116 to 1200 patrons with a 25 percent yearly rise. the cafeteria operates as a non profit, funding food purchases and upkeep under home economics supervision led by Miss Anna Janssen.
At the Presbyterian church next Sunday join three services 10 am 11 am and 7 30 pm with a focus on forgiveness of sins. The 11 am discussion asks Do you believe in forgiveness of sins and the 7 30 pm sermon is The Man Who Hides His Talent. Sunday school led by J A McMillan pastor invites all ages to attend.
The Mother Church invites parishioners to Sunday morning Masses at 8 30 in English and 10 in Spanish with sermons. Evening catechism at 3 00 and Rosary in Spanish at 7 30 followed by an 8 30 film. Weekdays offer 7 00 Mass and 7 30 Rosary with Spanish Bible reading.
The calendar lists Sunday School at 9 45 a m preaching at 11 00 a m Sunbeams and Junior B Y P U at 3 00 p m Mexican Mission at 4 00 p m Senior and Intermediate B Y P U at 6 45 p m Prayer Meeting every Wednesday at 7 30 p m W M U every Thursday at 3 o'clock
Sunday School at 9 45 a m and preaching at 11 a m. Junior Epworth League at 3 p m. Preaching at 7 30 p m. A cordial welcome to visitors. John W Chisholm B D pastor.
Evensong and sermon at 7 30 p m with Holy Communion on Monday morning at 7 30 a m presenting a brief parish service timetable for the Episcopal Church.
The next meeting of the State Highway Commission is moved to Monday November 24 from November 17. Chairman Hon. R. M. Hubbard announces the schedule change.
The American Red Cross spent over 21.3 million dollars in the last fiscal year ended June 30, led by 11.6 million for relief in Japan quake aid and 16.5 million disbursed by the National organization for humanitarian work. Domestic operations totaled 737,603.87 in disaster relief across 192 locations, with substantial support to disabled veterans and the Junior Red Cross. The 1921 25 budget is 4.65 million, with Armistice Day membership urged.
Fall chapel program schedule lists events on November 14 18 20 22 25 29 and December 24 with participants including Mr Morelock Junior Class Miss Billingsley Music Training School Mr McKay and Miss Aynesworth. The order places music and training events across November and December with varied presenters.
Public notice commands the Sheriff or Constable to summon Nine Point Oil Company by weekly publication for four weeks before the November 7, 1924 County Court term in Alpine. The suit, Ott Turner v Nine Point Oil Co, seeks $320 rental due January 1, 1923 plus $288.90 due January 1, 1924 with 6 percent interest, plus costs. Lien on drilling equipment is pursued via foreclosure to satisfy the judgment.
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