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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1941
Page
6
The Alpine Avalanche imprint lists Brews ter County Alpine and Davis Mountains coverage with notices policy. It notes corrections, resolutions, cards of thanks and reading notices priced at ten cents per line for first insertion and six cents thereafter, plus special rates for longer runs.
The Los Angeles Times notes rising martial spirit as the United States expands naval power under Roosevelt and Wilson era doctrine. It discusses freedom of the seas, aggression toward German submarines, and potential entry into global conflict with a strengthened Atlantic fleet and new battleships.
In wartime America government and private industry drive the national effort. Private enterprise fuels the military machine with metals coal oil and electric power, supporting factories and ships across cities and countryside. The nation fights for liberty against dictatorship, defending the democratic world through its industrial might.
In a Labor Day address President Roosevelt warned U S military output remains below needs and called on Americans to labor unstintingly for defense. Basil Manly of the Federal Power Commission said prolonged economic restraint is inevitable as the nation shifts to meet wartime demands and maintain essential industries.
A short verse by Ruth Smeltxer counsels staying home and facing duties with courage. The piece contrasts local work life with distant trips and ends noting Defense Savings Bonds Series E offer an 83 1 3 percent increase over ten years.
A collage of humorous vignettes and oddities from public life. Jokes about bachelors at sea, officership banter, a cross eyed court scene, a poker tale, farmer Ade’s hay brag, and a New York secretary school offer. Names and places reflect a bustling era’s humor.
A letter from Victoria dated September 20 reports that the mission at Refugio was attacked at daybreak on the 18th by Mexicans. After a brief skirmish, a Mexican was killed and the townspeople surrendered except women who were freed. Capt. Neil, Mr. McFarllane, and Mr. Tally escaped to Victoria with the news. The rest were taken to Matamoros, stirring alarm across the West. The attack may have been unauthorized and tied to retaliation for a Rancho assault near Padre Island, possibly linked to the band of Sarriego. Further details expected by next mail.
Huntsville hosts the Texas Prison Rodeo each October drawing visitors from across Texas and beyond. The event fills grandstands, attracts over 100000 fans yearly, and features a dramatic blend of Wild West imagery with inmates performing in a spectacle praised for suspense and excitement.
Question and answer overview on Defense Savings Stamps noting redemption for face value or exchange for Defense Savings Bonds. Example shows 75 stamps totaling 18.75 can become a 10 year bond worth 25 dollars. Retail sale began in Michigan on July 10 and aims for nationwide expansion with purchase via post or bank.
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