Senatorial Muddle and Park Plans Highlight Alpine Editorials
The Alpine Avalanche argues Geo Peddy cannot be a U S Senate candidate under current law and critiques the primary system. It urges support for Sul Ross Normal College and calls for dormitories and homes on Normal Hill. The paper notes the Near East crisis, praises Judge Merrill’s park plan, and urges swift recognition of Obregon’s Mexican government.
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Mainere
Sul Ross
Lune
Alpine
Woman 47 to Become Senator From Georgia
A Georgia woman Mer Fort Felton of Cartersville was appointed by Gov. Thomas W Hardwick to succeed the late Sen. Thomas E. Watson. Felton, 47, long active in state politics and suffrage circles, accepted the appointment and said it would thrill the nation to see a woman in the United States Senate. She was born in Kalb County and is prominent in The Daughters of the American Revolution and other groups.
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Atinta
Georgia
United States Senate
Mer W Ft. Felton
Cartersville
Ore
United States
Felton
Hardwick
Ratinal
Thomas BE. Watson
Watson
Kalb County
South
Daughters of the American Revolution
Colonial Dames of America
Atlanta
Vote for Brewster County road bond tax
Brewster County residents are urged to support the tax election to authorize a tax levy for interest payments and a sinking fund for the roads bond issue. The notice appeals to voters to trade at home and back local merchants and road improvements for the county’s progress.
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Brewster County
Texas
Commissioners Court
Chamber of Commerce Directors Hold Session
The Alpine Chamber of Commerce board met with Vice President Perkins presiding due to President Baines absence. They discussed improving state press service for Alpine and plans to entertain visiting State Normal regents, including a Port Davis trip and barbecue luncheon at Limpia Canyon, with a reception for regents and citizens at the Normal building.
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The
Chamber of Commerce
Perkins
G. W. Baines, Jr
Alpine
Marquis of
Sub Ross Normal
Diretos
State Normal Regeants
Port Davis
Limpia Canyon
Regeants
Normal
Mayfield Ballot-Placement Enjoined by Court Ruling
Corsicana district court granted a temporary injunction preventing Secretary Staples from placing Parle Mayfield's name on the official ballot for the November general election. The petition cites improper campaign expense reporting and alleged spending over the $10 000 limit. Final hearing set for October 16.
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Corsicana
Dol
Staples
Parle
Mayfield
United States
Hawkins Scarborough
Lath District Court
Might
Thes
Burglar Breaks in Alpine Hardware. Safe Opened
Last Monday night a burglar forced a rear transom at Alpine Hardware Company and opened the safe with a flashlight. No merchandise was taken except the flash light. Officers are investigating with no arrests as of now.
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Alpine Hardware Company
Sul Ross Normal College enrolls 75 percent higher than last year
The Sul Ross Normal College reports a strong enrollment rise in the second week of the year with a 75 percent increase over the total for the 1921 22 session by midweek. President Marquis plans to address the State Board of Control and the State Board of Normal Regents in Austin to seek continued support and recognition for Sul Ross in Alpine Texas.
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J. W. Merrill
Fort Davis
The
Post
Texas
San Angelo
the Fair Association
Sul Ross Normal College
Marquis
Alwwell
Alpine
Board of Normal Regents
Austin
State Board of Control
State Board of Normal Regents
State Normal Colleges
Allpine
Sul Ross Normal
Claine
State Normal College
La Societe Nationale des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux Officers Elected
A fragment from the constitution outlines the groups aims including loyalty to the American Legion and honoring veterans. At a recent meeting La Societe elected John Perkins as Chef de Gare and F M Johnson as Chef de Train with a slate for the executive committee and by law draft tasks assigned to Simpson Montague and Randolph. Local Voiture Locale formed by Carroll Farmer Post No 81 and Big Bend Post No 79 with Marfa and Alpine hosting meetings, next on Oct 27 in Marfa Texas.
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American Legion
United States of America
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
la Societe
Folowing
Chef de Gare
John Perkins
Chef de Train
F. M. Johnson
Commissiare Intendent
Ben Avant
Brian Montague
Gardes de Prisonnier
Dod
Arch Allen
Karstendick
Kegerice
Garde de la Porte
Kent
Garde Aux Chevaux
Hopson
Cheminot
J. J. Mien
Preddy
Randolph
Simpson
Montague
Carroll Farmer Post
Marfa
Big Bend Post
Alpine
Texas
BAPTISTS CALL PASTOR FOR ALPINE CHURCH
A meeting of the First Baptist church of Alpine voted to call Rev Bowles pastor of the church. Bowles, currently with Central Baptist in Port Arthur, preached here over the weekend and accepted the call. He departed for Port Arthur to arrange his move and family relocation, with a November 1 start date anticipated. Bowles is described as energetic with effective leadership and eight years in ministry.
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First Baptist Church of
Alpine
Bowles
Central Baptist Church of
Port Arthur
Ofirvan
Texas
Vr Bowles
Camphor and Hydrastis Eye Wash Promises Relief
Lavoptik eye wash blends camphor hydrastis and witch hazel to ease sore itchy eyes. A long-standing case with weak watery eyes improved after one use in a single bottle. Free aluminum eye cup offered with purchase at the apothecary.
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Lpine Drug Store
For Rent Nice light housekeeping apartment
Classified item announcing a light housekeeping apartment for rent with contact by phone 206 and an identifier 40-2-t.
Marathon Brewster County News Wanted for The Avalanche
Wanted weekly news from Marathon and all Brewster County communities. All communications should reach The Avalanche by Wednesday.
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Marathon
Brewster County
For Sale Two Heating Stoves in Good Order
W H Funk of Alpine offers two heating stoves for sale at six dollars seventy five cents each.
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W. H. Funk
Alpine
Mrs J W Battles Rites Held In Alpine Cemetery
Mrs J W Battles formerly of this place died at her home in Silver City New Mexico on September 36 Her remains were brought here Tuesday morning attended by Mr Battles and two daughters Funeral services were held at the First Baptist church at three o clock Tuesday afternoon conducted by Rev D L E Davis with interment in Alpine cemetery She was born in Izard county Arkansas aged 59 years 10 months and 25 days Survived by husband three daughters Mrs Mattie Watson Mrs Myrtle Clark and Miss Florence Settles all of Silver City three sons Phineas of Anna and James of Wisconsin A member of the Baptist church she lived a devout Christian life The bereaved family have the sympathy of many friends in their sorrow
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J. W. Battles
Silver City
New Mexico
Me. Battles
First Baptist Church
DL .E.davis
Alpine
Battles
Nee Jackson
Izzard County
Arkansas
Mattie Watson
Myrtlhe Clark
Florence Settles
Phineas
Anna
James
Wisconsin
Baptist Church
Christian District Convention at Marfa Closes Plans Next Year
The Christian churches of Texas district met in Marfa with sessions ending Monday and adjournment planned for Pecos City next year. H. M. Bandy, district missionary based in El Paso, was elected president and J. D. Jackson of Alpine named first vice president. Notable addresses came from Sul Ross Normal College president R. L. Marquis and leaders Arthur W. Jones and Paul G. Preston of El Paso. Mrs Casner of Alpine led the choir and the exercises were conducted by Dr. M.
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The
Christian Churches of
Best
Texas
Marfa
Pecos City
H. M. Bandy
Paso
J. D. Jackson
Alpine
R. L. Marquis
Sul Ross Normal College
Arthur W. Jones
Paul G. Preston
el Paso
A Casner
Old Soldier Returns Home From Grand G R Camp Event
Capt Bennett came back Monday from Des Moines after attending the annual G R meeting. He saw few old comrades at the gathering, though about 20 000 joined in the grand march. Four veterans died from the fatigue during the march.
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C. Bennett
Des Moines
Iowa
G. R
Bennett
Used Car Cheap Touring Car For Sale
Five passenger touring car in good repair offered for sale by W. B. Caldwell. Contact phone 40 for electrical supplies listing appearing in the ad.
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W. Be. Caldwell
Christian Church Events Schedule and Services
Friday evening October 6 choir rehearsal all singers invited. Sunday morning Sunday school 4s and Communion and preaching at 11. Afternoon Juniors of Christian and Presbyterian churches meet at Presbyterian church at 4. Evening 6 30 young people unite to organize a Christian Endeavor Society at the Christian church. 7 30 preaching service.
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Christian and
Presbyterian
Presbyterian Church
Christian
Christian Endeavor Society
Christian Church
For Sale or Trade Farms and City Property in Texas
For Sale or Trade $25,000 worth of farms and city property in Cooke Clay and Haskell counties to exchange for ranch city property or merchandise in Alpine and Fort Davis or vicinity. Give full description and price. Address Box 351 Haskell Texas 40 4-1.
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Cooke, Clay
Haskell
Alpine
Fort Davis
Texas
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Alpine Publishing Company
W W. Jenkins
Congress
Geo Peddy
Hhove
Lince Peddy
Earl B. Mayfield
United
Will Imiake
Near East
Kemel
Lictian
Juarez
Mexico
Obregon
HORD
LA Societe Nationale Des 40 Hommes ET
Chevaux
W. L. Matthews
D. E.i Adams
Baptists
Christian District Convention
John Young Land
Fancher & McCutcheon
Alpine Light & Ice Company
J. D. Hix
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