23 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1916
Page
1
Citation by publication in Barnsrrn County informs a party of legal action. The notice lists case details and a deadline for response, directing service at the defendant’s last known address and naming court authority and filing requirements.
Public citation commands Sheriff to summon S C Gazaway by weekly publication in a Brewster County newspaper or nearest county newspaper, to appear February 19 1917 in County Court at Alpine to answer a 1916 petition by Oskar Menton and Mrs. Menton. Suit concerns alleged sale of improvements on School land and related note for 278 dollars with partial payments, seeking cancellation and garnishment.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a ceremonial anniversary or celebration tied to a great event, with scattered names and terms. The readable words suggest a community gathering, perhaps in Master or Wetunet, with mentions of intensity and historic achievement. Specific details are unclear.
The piece blends social satire about aging mothers and a stark recap of early 20th century geopolitics. It cites Franklin and the Declaration of Independence, notes European alliances, and hints at wartime fears, juxtaposed with intimate family scenes and a county court notice. The text shifts between memory, social critique, and local notices including a courier and a New Conductor ad.
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