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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1917
Page
2
The Alpine Avalanche notes Ohio remains in the wet column by 1724 as the state previously voted net by 345 to 5408, while Cuba and German Zeppelins are referenced amid wartime shortages. The piece critiques sugar rationing affecting candy makers and discusses Prohibition era camps and restrictions affecting soldiers and civilians.
Amid global shortages, American aid and leadership are urged to sustain civilization. The passage argues that Holland tulip growers, markets in England Germany and the U S are strained, and that U S support is vital for freedom and progress. It notes churches in America uniting across denominations to back humanitarian aims and warns of long term supply and price impacts from shipping conditions and agricultural surpluses in Manchuria.
Alpine residents plan a community Christmas tree week with a Monday meeting, committee appointments for finance and arrangements, and wide organizational participation. The Cordova Concert Company performs Friday at eight, with Lyceum acts featuring Miss Day violinist and others, promising a notable musical evening.
A conservation column shares economical recipes using dried beans milk and biscuits with notes on seasoning and methods for bread and fried bread pieces. It includes home kitchen tips and mentions Royal Baking Powder and muffin baking times. The column lists names John R Morton Mrs TG Webby Mrs AM Turney and a ranch listing, noting Brewster County Texas properties and a sale intent.
The local production of Don’t Tell My Wife is postponed until after Christmas due to conflict with Oscar Graham. The board has received official notice that only limited calls for mail service will be made during the next sixty days.
Report states that Villistas captured Ojinaga early Wednesday before being repulsed in the afternoon. An ensuing assault killed deserters and machine gun operators who fought alongside the federales. American casualties were limited and Boeing soldiers and civilians were rounded up at the Presidio stockade. Troops from Presidio proceeded to treat the federales at the beacon of the outpost.
Camp Travis Texas reports soldiers of the Ninetieth Division making solid progress under training. General Allen notes disciplined routines, health and welfare emphasis, and strong morale. Local YMCA and Hebrew Association facilities support moral and recreational needs for the troops.
A notice posted on the Nevill ranch prohibits hunting or any trespassing. It warns that violators will be dealt with and requests that anyone finding the sign contact 27 JW. Griffith at Alpine for clarification.
Church notices list events for next Sunday at 4 o clock at the Presbyterian Church. Bishop Eversbodr invites parishioners and others to attend the service and related gatherings.
The church invites all members to Sunday School at 10 a m led by Superintendent Bro Collet. The 11 o clock service features the Woman's Missionary Society. At 7 30 p m the text is The Son of Man is to seek and save that which was lost. A cordial invitation extends to all. Pastor messages mark the day.
Baptist church invites all to services with preaching every Sunday at 11 a.m. and Wednesday Ladies Aid at 4 p.m. Sunday school at 10 a.m. Pastor W. L. Williamson and HM Polsgrove, with visitor welcome to worship.
PAUL Q. MILLS Jeweler and Optician describes a lasting gift that preserves beauty forever. The ad suggests advising on a precious piece, offering affordable options while implying a timeless value from the giver.
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