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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1912
Page
1
An editorial voice recalls Colonel Watterson praising civil discourse despite sharp jabs. The piece notes a growing trend of dynamiting holes to plant trees, arguing the method loosens soil for root growth. It ends with a promotional line urging cash purchases from Caldwell.
Los Angeles reports Mexican capitalists backing the Kansas City Mexico and Orient Railway to link the Pacific coast at Topolobampo with Kansas City. Albert Madero, uncle of President Francisco, visits Los Angeles with confirmation that the Mederos will back the road. The line would run 1695 miles, mostly through level terrain, boosting cattle, mining and hardwood lumber sectors in northern Mexico, with harbor improvements planned at Topolobampo.
The Border Rubber Co. of Marathon Texas states it remains able and eager to buy all Guayule shrub in Texas for cash, regardless of whether the Guayule factory continues to operate, addressing rumors spread by The Avalanche.
An independent candidate announces run for Brewster County Sheriff and Tax Collector. The notice lists party nominees for county judge and attorney, district clerk, tax assessor, treasurer, surveyor, and commissioners, and states candidacy subject to November election by voters.
Local market list shows Mexican band at the picture Pears selling factory style fruit for canning. Prices include Grapes 1.50 and 1.25 per crate, Elberta Peaches 60 cents per four basket crate, and pears at 1.50 and 1.25. W. F. McGaughy advertises land or cattle, while Aurine Mio Co advertises tender meat and prompt delivery.
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