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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1917
Page
2
A historical fragment discusses Alpine Publishing Company and The Avalanche, with editor C. W. Livingston and E. R. Bentley amid World War era rhetoric. It blends political commentary against IWW influence and local notes from Hovey, Texas, including bakery ads and community notices.
The State of Texas Brewster County issues an order of sale via the sheriff or constable. The writ references an August date, a deed record, interest at eight percent per year, and a sale to satisfy a judgment. The notice names the clerk and deputy in Brewster County and mentions cattle market notes from a bank listing.
The writ commands the sheriff to sell real estate described as Survey No 3k in Brewster Pecos counties to satisfy a $1 600 debt with 10 percent interest from August and costs. If sale does not cover the sums, excess proceeds or deficient balance will be handled. Return in sixty days.
The notice outlines weekly church events including sermons and communion at 9:45 and 11 AM on Sundays, Wednesday prayer meetings at 7:80 PM, choir rehearsals on Saturdays, and a Friday Ladies Aid at 4 PM. Also listed are a 10 AM Sunday school, evangelistic groups, and an election of officers for the coming term.
Compressed block salt advertised by W. E. Caldwell for dairy use. Portland Lands Co promotes advertising in Texas papers. A petition of Senator La Follette circulating this week and signed by many. Prices for selling ideas and hides noted. References to Geo R Shannon and Maria, Texas with several car mentions.
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