Alpine Avalanche Publication Details and Policies
The Alpine Avalanche weekly is published by The Alpine Publishing Company. It lists officers W E Caldwell C W Livingston John Young and J W Phelps as directors with A S Koonce as managing editor and notes a yearly price and advertising rates on application. The notice pledges correction of errors upon notification to management.
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THE
Alpine Avalanche
Alpine Publishing Company
W. E. Caldwell
C. W. Livingston
John Young
J. W. Phelps
Tax Burden Tied to War Costs Across American History
The piece argues war drives government spending up and taxes higher. From 1812 through World War I and into modern times, military expenses surged, never fully decreasing after conflicts, with World War I and later conflicts causing government outlays to rise dramatically. It warns there is little hope for tax relief while military needs persist.
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Germany
Spain
Chaplin Europe Tour Draws Crowds Despite Mixed Reception
Charlie Chaplin's European tour continues to draw patrons as he travels through major cities. Critics split on his latest performances, yet audiences remain eager to see the silent film icon in person.
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Charlie Chaplin
Europe
Return of the Mustached Hero to His London Roots
A famed figure, now 33 and a millionaire through relentless work, plans to revisit his old London surroundings. Comparisons are drawn with Patty Arbuckle, whose reputation remains divisive. The speaker questions allowing Arbuckle’s images to be shown after a drunken orgy and manslaughter allegations, urging public rejection.
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London
Patty” Arbuckle
Why Money Is Scarce in a High Gold Position
The piece notes United States gold holdings surpass 3.33 billion dollars a record, while Midwest banks offer 4 to 5 percent on state funds. It argues funds parked in New York and Washington hinder credit and employment, suggesting lending could revive business, raise prices, and spur an era of recovery.
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Middle West
New York
Washington
Iito
Prosperity plan urged with gold notes and job programs
The text argues prosperity would exceed past levels if gold notes are issued and circulated. It quotes President Harding urging states to provide employment for millions unemployed, criticizing reluctance to circulate money. It accuses Hull of preferring New York to hold funds, leaving producers, especially in the West, with hard times and withheld credit.
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Harding
Hulls
New York
Kansas hay market growth and rail rate critique
Kansas City reports 20 000 cars of hay moved since January 1 surpassing last year as farmers refuse shipments at low freight. Idaho grain farmers shift to dairy value, alarming rail traffic losses. M R Benedict foresees 25 percent of grain farmers and two thirds of others may quit next year without rate reforms. Critics warn high rates will drive railroads to impending government receivership.
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Kansas City
Idaho
M. RR. Benedict
South Dakota Farm Federation
Army Signal Troop Camp Trav is to Visit Alpine Texas
The 13th Signal Troop will camp in Alpine on November 12 and 13 1921 en route from Camp Travis to Fort Bliss Texas Strength about three officers and 125 enlisted men The 16th Signal troop was organized at Camp Travis on September 24 1921 and proceeds to Fort Bliss for station with the First Cavalry Division Civilians and members of American Legion and Worlds War Veterans are invited to visit the camp Publicity requested by Ist Lieut Garland C Black Signal Corps U S A.
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Signal
United States Regular Army
Camp Travis
Fort Bliss
Texas
Signal Troop
First Cavalry Division
American Legion
Worlds War Veterans
Garland C. Black
Signal Corps
U.S. A
Musings Of Elder Moses and the World’s Quirks
A humorous collection of quips and observations on reformers, Prohibition, politics, and daily life. The piece riffs on foibles and social norms, mentioning Fatty Arbuckle, bootlegging, and global affairs with satirical wit. It includes jokes about bears, fishing, and peculiar neighbors.
County Officials Listed for Sonora Texas Jurisdiction
James Cornell as Judge heads the 8ied Judicial District with N W Graham as District Attorney in Ozona Texas. Other county officers include M S Burke County Judge and Superintendent of Schools Townernd, Sheriff and Tax Collector M T Chastain, County Treasurer J W Phelps, Tax Assessor J J Martin Jr, County Attorney W M Harmon, County Surveyor W H Lease, and clerks Clarence Hord and W A Weakley with four Precinct Commissioners and Peace Justices R L Cartledge and others.
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James Cornell
Sonora
Texas
N. W. Graham
Ozona
M. S. Burke
M. T. Chastain
J. W. Phelps
J. J. Martin
W. M. Harmon
W. H. Lease
Clarence Hord
Court calendar notes for local precinct and courts
Justice Court Precinct No 1 meets the fourth Monday each month. County Court convenes on the third Monday in February May August and November. Commissioners Court meets the second Monday in February May August and November. Probate Court meets Wednesday of the first week of County Court. District Court 63rd meets the sixth Monday after the first Monday in January and July.
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Justice Court
Commissioners’ Court
District Court
63Rd Judicial District
City Commission Meets First Monday Each Month
The City Commission presided by Mayor Benj. F. Berkeley and Commissioners F. F Gillett Geo. W. Baines Jr. The meeting is held on the first Monday of each month at the Masonic Building with City Marshal Nay Bowles.
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Benj. F. Berkeley
F. F Gillett
Geo. W. Baines, Jr
Nay Bowles
Masonic Building
Tax Exempt Securities Help Rich Avoid Tax Burden
A historical essay argues that tax exempt securities deprive government of revenue, aiding millionaires while hurting five million unemployed. It notes a drop from 81 to 25 millionaires paying income tax in New York between 1917 and 1919 and calls for taxing all incomes and securities. Also includes a classified notice for room and board rates at Normal Hill.
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New York State
Rooms to Let Near High School
Rooms to let available near the high school, contact by phone at 171 37 4 for details.
Sheriff Sale Notice in Brewster County Texas
The sheriff of Brewster County Texas announces a public sale of real estate to satisfy a judgment of sixteen thousand dollars plus costs in the case A M Turney vs K W Landrum. Sale set for the first Tuesday in November 1921 at the Brewster County Courthouse Alpine between 10 am and 4 pm. Property includes multiple sections of land totaling 2880 acres in Green Valley near Terlingua Creek.
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State OF
Texas
Brewster
District Court
Brewster County
W. H. Lease
A. M. Turney
K. W. Landrum
Townsend
Texas & St. Louis Ry. Company
East Onehalf
Texas & St. Louis Ry
Green Valley
Terlingua Creek
B. W. Landrum
Court House
Alpine
Alpine Avalanche
E. E. Townsend
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Congress
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Culberson
Terrell
A.M. Turney Realty Company
Lackey Bldg
Alpine, Texas
Alpine Steam Laundry
Travis
Kula Burnett
Dalton
Cardus
Moses
Chisos Mountains
Satan
Labrador
Russia
Jesus
Prohibition Enforcement
Liberty
la Follett
Borah
OUR County Government
City Commission
Middlebrook & Turney
Physicians and Surgeons Office
Lackey Building
I. FF. Cook
Normal Hill
Sheriff's Sale
Reese's Market and Grocery
G. K. Lange
B. E. Braden
Sutton & Montague
Attorneys-at-Law
Lackey
Geo. H. Candlin, M. D
J. M. Gallego
W. van Sickle
Lewis’ Steam Bakery
Big Bend Auto Electric Shop
Sullivan & McKinney
Prop’s
Palace
Walter Garnett
E. B. Chandler & CO
East Crockett,St
San Antonio, Texas
Sam
Pearce
Alpine and
Pecos, Texas
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