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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1931
Page
2
A long column reviews lynching trends, noting at least two of twenty one victims last year faced no crime supports. Commission head George Port Mitton cites doubt on guilt in many cases and a drop in mob violence since 1920s, while detailing cases and urging civilized progress.
The article traces Thanksgiving day as an American festival with echoes in Hebraic Tabernacles, Greek Thesmophoria, Roman Cerelia, and English Harvest Home. It cites early observances among colonies after the Pilgrims arrived in 1621, noting observed feasts by Connecticut in 1630s and New Netherlands in 1640s.
Bis cot Mott of Corgi broke free for an 86 yard touchdown sprint, keying a win as New York outgained Georgia 187 rushing yards to 168 in passing while Catfish Smith added reliable kicking in a 7 to 10 victory. The play underscored football’s unpredictable nature.
The Shafter Silver mine near Presidio may reopen only if silver climbs to 48 cents an ounce. M W Hayward of American Metals warns reopening during a lower price would hurt profits. The mine has operated over 40 years and produced about 20 million in ore value.
The Economic Policy Commission of the American Bankers Association reports that about 22,000 banks across the United States quietly and efficiently serve their communities. Despite drought, agricultural hardship, industrial stagnation, and real estate declines, banks protected depositor savings and working capital while supporting customers and communities with steadfast devotion.
Big Lake Wildcat reports a dramatic episode in Upton County where a cowpuncher named Rusty spurred through a fenced pasture to pursue a lone coyote. After his horse tripped into a hole and died, Rusty seized the coyote by the tail as another rider struck the animal, then remounted and rode to camp with the second rider.
Local notices cover a high school drama adaptation The Family Up Stairs by Highland Players and Marathon Dramatic Club under Prof. D M Hopper. Guests include Pryor Lucas and Mr Warren Henderson with hospital updates and club meetings. Deer hunting and ranch activity feature along with a Junior 42 party and social visits across Marathon Texas.
Stephenon Romeo argues for balanced attitudes toward saving and spending to stabilize the economy. He praises advertising’s success in promoting better personal health and habits and urges bankers to stress sound financial practices during prosperity and through downturns to prevent economic illness.
Mr and Mrs A R Davis and several Del Rio residents including Myrtle Ing Onis Vineyard Beulah Leverkuhn C Matthews and Sue Vineyard will enjoy a hunting trip during the Thanksgiving holidays.
Austin Texas reports 25 000 miles of oil pipelines statewide, claimed by R D Parker of the oil and gas division as the nation’s most extensive network. Construction continues, led by the East Texas field, with Humble and W Baker Equipment Co each credited for substantial mileage and a 7 000 mile edge over rail.
Pipeline executives now push for large scale gasoline lines despite earlier doubts. The Phillips Petroleum line reaches 3600 miles from the Panhandle to the Northern States, with more routes planned as profitability of pipelines outpaces production.
Independent service on all maxes electric refrigerators lighting plants cash registrars and scales call for prices used equipment for sale
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