Birth of a Nation sparks racial tension in Philadelphia riot report
Local newspaper notes controversy over The Birth of a Nation as Rev. Thos Dixon’s film plays in Philadelphia and Charleston, reporting police roughing of Black audiences amid demonstrations. It also covers county news in Brewster Texas including a murder case, land-forfeiture notices, property ads, and electric service changes.
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Thos. Dixon
Graham
Alphia
Philadelphia
The German American Question Revisited
A tense debate frames the German American question for the ninth time as seasonal reminders urge stove flue cleaning to prevent vented fires in buildings and avoid destructive blaze risks.
Alpine Citizens Call for Calm Amid Border Violence
A local speaker urges restraint after cross border killings and disturbing acts near the boundary. The appeal emphasizes duty and unity for Alpine residents in addressing rising tensions.
For Sale Breswster County Map of Orient Ry and Alpine
Advertisement lists Turner's Land Office selling a map of Breswster County showing the Orient Railroad and Alpine locations. Bidirectional sale details appear in the October 1544 notice.
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Breswster County
Orient Ry
Alpine
Turner's Land Office
House for Rent Notice in Avalanche Advertisement
Classic town notice offering a two room house for rent. Mentions yard space and a tor unit, with reference to the Avalanche office and subscription prompt for readers.
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Tor
W. J. Avalanche Office
Cattle Dehorner Promotes Herd in Auoise Texas
W. T. Henderson offers dehorning services for cattle herds in Auoise Texas, claiming reliable results and steady demand from local ranchers. The note indicates an up to now successful routine.
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Dehorner
W. T. Henderson
Auoise
Texas
Appeal to the Public in Alpine for G. E. Floyd Aid
Alpine residents appeal to Brewster County officials and the public on behalf of G. E. Floyd a self supporting local for two years suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis and unable to support himself for several months Lula Cline invites charitable contributions by mail at P O Box 151 Alpine Texas for Mr Floyd
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Apeal
Brewster County
G. E. Floyd
Alpine
Floyd
Lula Cline
P.O
Heaviest Marfa Hailstorm Leaves Destruction
The New Era reports a Wednesday night hail storm in Marfa as the town's heaviest on record. Windows shattered trees stripped, roofs leaking, and water flooding. Hail piles reached feet in places with a wind and water-spout, damaging part of the courthouse. Coal ad note.
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Marfa
Arragon
Notice of Hearing to Appropriate Public Waters No. 121
W T Henderson of Alpine Texas filed in 1915 an application to appropriate 120 acre feet annually for stock water from Musquis Creek, Pecos River basin Brewster County. A hearing before the Texas Board of Water Engineers is set for October 25 1915 in Austin to determine approval.
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State OF Texas
W. T Henderson
Alpine
Texas
Board of Water
State of
Pecos River
Brewster County
G. H. & S.A. Railway Company
Jeff Davis
Brewster
Varas
Jef Davis County
First Stock
G. H. & S. A. Railway Company
Isand
H&s. A. Railway Company
Varas S
Musquis Creek
G. H.& S.A. Railway Company
W. T. Henderson
Board of Water Engineers
Austin
Travis
A. D
Board of Water, Engineers of
Joux Wusox
B. Gore
W.T. Potter
Cement Work Bid Honest Guarantee by Local Builder
A local cement contractor offers full service cement work with a guarantee. He lives in the area and seeks to discuss projects with potential customers. The note is dated 1930 and signed by J B Carter, urging subscriptions for the Avalanche.
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J.B. Carter
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W. J. Yatts
Mall
Marathon
Hustler
Jake
E Douglas
Belcher
Inet
Newsam
Skaggs
Lajitas
Weville
Jun P. Wilton
County Clerks
Stess
A. B. Sandifer
J. P. Mack
Ft. Davis
Alpine Light & Lee Co
Mexico
Alpine AY
Genuine McAlester Coal
Caldwell’s
Advt
A McCallum
F.O.B
Murphy & McGaughy
Agents
Jason W. Antes
R. L. Nevill
Caldwell
San Francisco
Measday & Co
Holland Hotel
Weel
Hinson Exas
G. Kurt Lange
Bradly Knitting Co
Snapes
Mitchell-Gillett Co
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