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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1912
Page
2
The Alpine Avalanche announces subscription price of 1.00 in advance and notes its posting date October 17 in Alpine Texas. The item records a mall matter of second class mail status under the Alpine Publishing Company and editor W. J. Yarm Bat or.
A Texas newspaper column argues against frequent changes in public school textbooks, praising free or cooperative schoolbooks as affordable and efficient. It cites Richmond Virginia’s $10,000 program and notes benefits like reduced parent costs, stable classroom resources, and broader enrollment. The piece also mentions Col A Gordon French joining the Marfa New Era to invigorate local journalism.
At the Baptist Church the morning service will focus on Faith in the Midst of Storm with Col. Mose Harris and an evangelistic evening. A good warm house and a hearty welcome awaits all who attend Sunday School and other services. H. C. Bass, Pastor.
The Alpine Commercial Club is hailed as a paying asset with broad local support. Founders J L Crawford F E Gillett Ven F Berkley J D Jackson Jim P Wilson W C Easterling Paul Vogt and others receive warm thanks for building and nurturing its growth, while urging all loyal citizens to join and uphold its future work.
Notice to army posts states officers and enlisted men absent due to disability from drunkenness will forfeit pay for the period of absence. Daily sick reports to note if disability results from line of duty or discreditable cause. Decisions by company commanders and surgeons become final when in agreement. Discussion of Congress approving the measure and suggestions for navy and private employers. Judge Turney raises funds for Mr Wilson’s campaign and Alpine’s generosity noted. speculation that Wilson could win in November with ample electoral votes.
The fragment hints that after November 5th the subject centers on President Wilson. The readable text suggests a political framing around that date, implying leadership or identification with Wilson in the post election context.
C W Keenum arrives after receiving a state land grant to lease and operate film shows this winter. His plan includes showing Sarah Bernhardt in Tosca and a four reel feature. The project involves the Texas Film Exchange supplying films at high cost as he builds a windmill service adjoins.
At a meeting of the directors of the Alpine State Bank held last week H W Ferguson was promoted from assistant cashier to the position of cashier. Ferguson is an Alpine boy and the honor is deserved and pleasing to his friends.
Mr Ray Turner has accepted the local agency for the Gulf Petroleum Oil Co He plans to handle this agency along with his duties at the Power Co and asks the public for a share of their business.
Mr Jno Webb returns from Portaley New Mexico after attending his dying mother aged 74 a longtime Cumberland Presbyterian. Sympathy extended to Mr Webb in irreparable loss. Alpine Presbyterian Church meeting to start October 23 with Rev J H Burmah and Rev Bloys assisting described as a speaker of great ability and entertaining audiences from start to finish.
Notice is given that the taxes due the State of Texas and Brewster County for 1912 are due at the court house in Alpine. Taxes must be paid by January 1, 1913, or a ten percent penalty will be added. Due to receipt issuance rules, payment should be made promptly to receive a receipt before the penalty. Signed J.A. Walton Tax Collector.
Public auction set for November 5 1912 between 10 am and 4 pm at Alpine Texas courthouse door to satisfy a secured debt of 1329 dollars on Abstract No 821 Survey 9 Block 158 Texas Central Gas Company land comprising 640 acres with interest at 8 percent from May 23 1911. Trustee W H Lease signs.
Two milch cows available for sale both with calves one Jersey the other Durham. Inquire for price at Four dollars. Durham cow has a calf. Also Ice cream and cold drinks at the Candy Kitchen with fresh candy and invitation for trade.
Alamo machine and 6 horsepower Stickney engine offered for sale. Capacity 800 feet. Bargain price. For details contact F N Qualls Fe tochton Texas September 26 1941.
Ter Sele advertises an Ansco No 4 folding Kodak described as good as new and a bargain if taken at once. Call at this office for details.
A brief sales note invites customers to pay with cash to secure savings on purchases. It highlights cash transactions as the preferred method for lower prices and quicker service.
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