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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1922
Page
2
A 1922 Alpine Texas newspaper column mocks partisan tactics that barred George Weddy and Mayfield from the United States Senate ticket. It laments legal hurdles, calls for reform of primary laws, and notes money and inherited wealth shaping political life.
The article notes wool industry tactics to push virgin wool goods and discuss Capper bill prospects, then covers Alpine Chamber of Commerce talks on water works, city bonds, census population, and park debt. Mayor Berkeley outlines possible actions, Marquis urges tag day to clear park debt as Casner reports tourist car visitors.
A series of court actions over the Texas U S Senate race delays certification of Mayheld and Peddy as nominees. Appeals court moves seek to restrain the secretary of state from certifying county election officers. A federal suit in New Orleans aims to compel certification of Peddy, with state officials and judges cited but not required to appear. Printing of the general election ticket remains on hold pending outcomes.
A 1920s public stance argues for strict enforcement of prohibition while acknowledging repeal could follow if enforcement undermines support. The piece asserts obedience to law as essential and discusses whether continued enforcement will sway national policy.
The article reviews the shift from tariff opposition to protectionism in U S history, noting figures from New Hampshire and Massachusetts, the Era of Good Feeling after the War of 1812, and the influence of the Portney McCumber tariff. It lists proposed duties on cattle, sheep, hogs, bacon, wool, wheat, apples, potatoes, and eggs as examples of agricultural protections.
A New York date line reports Simmons College Abilene Texas received most of a furious father's fortune as his sons wed Edith Hawthorn Crane New York. The mother cut off support and gave $125000 to New York City for a drinking fountain for man and beast. The piece hints the heirs benefited from the parental discord as they moved westward without wealth.
The piece argues marshal law should remain a last resort, cautioning against its use as a tool of tyranny. It notes strikes have driven extra-law enforcement, but insists violence at rail hubs and a governor’s Open Port action in Tyler aim to protect life, property, and commerce while urging nonviolent means to settle industrial disputes.
Classified ad notes a furnished five room brick house with bath in a close-in area for rent. Contact Mrs. McFarland at phone 32 for details. Includes a brief line about subscribing to The Avalanche.
Reeves and Ward counties move toward a large flood control and irrigation plan with a $600000 bond for valley development including 75000 acres under irrigation near Sand Lake. Alpine area may store water to irrigate thousands of acres. Judge Peurifoy in Chester SC sent eighteen bootleggers to the chain gang with fines and road sentences. The New Era notes fat Hereford calves shipped to Adran MI for farm clubs, and the Uvalde Leader reports a $2 million irrigation district plan between Blanco and Dry Fiore rivers with a three day Uvalde Fair upcoming.
A Central Texas district supervisor left a high salary in life insurance to return to teaching and college work. The man, once the region's top school administrator, chose service to youth over money, citing the value of education over broader business gains. The note praises his return to work with boys and girls as the greatest calling, while also noting his past earnings with the insurer. Alpine Hardware 73.
Marathon News from Oct 16 1922 reports Mrs Abe Boyd returning from Mission Texas, visits by Mrs Winston Armstead, church changes with Rev Covington moving to Beeville district and Rev Bickley taking Marathon and Sander con churches, a new two story school building near completion with modern rooms and an auditorium, added courses in commercial domestic science and music, plus town events like a student dance and cattle trade notes and a recent rain.
News reports Peter Shih a Chinese native and PhD student at Peabody College will visit Alpine soon. He is touring Texas colleges promoting evangelical and educational work for the Methodist church and will address students and town residents at forthcoming meetings.
Want a COW. Any cow at my dairy for $75. Also have quantity of practically new lunder for sale. Pirate 145, Measday Dairy. 35-11. Accordion, box and knife plaiting, hemstitching, covered tons and buttonholes made. Mrs. II, BR. Houston, Uvalde, Texas. 13-40t. FOR SALE A base burner in good condition, Apply at The Palace Pharmacy.
The store thanks customers for the successful sale drawing new and old friends, emphasizes building permanent goodwill as part of policy, and invites continued patronage to preview upcoming fall merchandise.
On Sunday October 22 at 7 p m the Bb YPU presents a program titled The Church Its Divine place with Merle Pouncey introducing The discussion covers What is meant by the Church differences in Church government and the first Church established by Jesus Christ Speakers include Miss Margaret Ingerson Eunice Sublett Annie Lee Adams and Everett Westerfield Also featured are Divine laws for Churches and an evangelic appeal with special music and an invitation to Normal students
A LeRoy Elkins evangelist from the Church of Christ begins a series of sermons at the Baptist Church on Thursday October 26 1922 at 730 pm The gospel will be taught in sermon and song inviting all to attend and listen.
A brief notice highlights popular cold drinks and fresh candies at The Pharmacy. It notes a focus on wholesome offerings and appeals to shoppers seeking refreshing beverages and confections.
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