Beery Named Pastor at Pine Al Pine First Methodist
The late pastor of Alamo Heights Methodist Church in San Antonio is to succeed Rev. H. M. Smith as pastor of the First Methodist church of Al pine. Beery earned a bachelor degree from Central College Missouri and a B D from Vanderbilt University and is expected to arrive by overland from San Antonio on Friday November 2.
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Alamo Heights Methodist Church
San Antonio
H. M. Smith
First Methodist Church
Alpine
Beery
Central College
Vanderbilt University
Annual Red Cross Roll Call in Brewster County
The Avalanche notes the approaching Red Cross Roll Call and urges Brewster County residents to assist in a quick canvass. It cites the Red Cross mission, low cost memberships, and local precedent in relief efforts plus a call to organized support for the county unit. Last Minute News reports Governor Walton’s impeachment proceedings in Oklahoma.
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Red Cross
Brewster
Brewster County
Japan
Walton
Oklahoma House of Representatives
State Senate
Ofice
Apples Prove Popular at Farwest Markets and Political Tempest
A Texas editor reports strong apple sales from Victoria, Fort Davis and other coast towns, praising Arkansas apples and urging local effort. The piece also notes a rumor that Ewing Thomason may run for Texas governor, and details an incident in Columbus where an editor was jailed briefly during a plane dropping alleged klan literature, later released.
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A. J. Tippit
Victoria
Cr. Bird
W. S. Crow
Fort Davis
Tippit
Arkansas
Texas
Alpine admired in Texas letters from Hon. Chas G Jester
The letter from Corsicana banker Chas G Jester praises Alpine Texas and its climate and comments on Southwestern University and Row Garden school. He notes his Georgetown education and strong state business ties. He suggests teachers visiting Alpine during summer would boost enrollments and make Alpine a premium classroom setting.
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Texas
Alpine
Chas. G. Jester
Cors Cana
Tna
Southwestern University of Georgetown
Row Garden School of Texas
Sul
Careful with words and charity in daily life
A businessman warns that harsh words and unguarded judgments harm others and poison hearts. The piece argues for empathy, self restraint, and gentle speech to avoid driving people toward despair and destructive outcomes.
Sheriff Detains Colorado Editor Over Odd Incident Report
Colorado County sheriff in Texas jailed the editor of the Colorado Columbus edition after a disputed incident report by the victim. The case centers on claims of an unbalanced judgment and alleged antichu kkux spirit referenced in the report.
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Colorado
Light wine and beer as doorway to repeal
A San Francisco folder from the Association Against The Prohibition Amendment argues prohibition remains law but warns that legalizing light wine and beer would open the door for the saloon to return. The text endorses no discussion of timing and emphasizes prohibition as the land’s rule.
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Association Against the Prohibition
Habitat
San Fransisco
Salooms Tver
Neal's A School Man Neal Matthews Sees Sul Ross Growth
Neal Matthews editor of the Liberty Hill Independent promotes Sul Ross Teacher College in Texas. He notes an increase in attendance and defends the college against prior unfounded criticisms. The piece urges teachers from Williamson County to attend summer sessions at Sul Ross for better service in schools.
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Neal Matthews
Liberty Hill
Williamson Co
Neal
Iiwe
Sul Ross
Williamson County
Old Settlers
Western College For
German Dishonesty Is a Debt That Must Be Paid
A concise note argues that German dishonesty, framed as a moral or political debt, must be acknowledged and repaid. The claim links past actions to present accountability and demands reparative measures.
Ford sales rise as lighter cars dominate three quarters
Ford Motor Company reports a surge in sales for the first nine months, totaling 1,354,020 vehicles in the United States, a rise of 466,433 from the previous year. September deliveries reached 141,467 vehicles, with trucks up 15,947 for the month. production hit No. 8,500,000 on October 4 at Highland Park and says No. 8,000,000 emerged July 1.
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Detroit
Mich
Ford Motor Company
Ford
United States
Ford Motor No
Highland Park
Border town debate and Fort Stockton crop report
The Sanderson Times criticizes a border transfer paragraph about a Methodist preacher in Terrell County. It contrasts border life with Texas cities, noting strong law enforcement and low crime. Fort Stockton Pioneer reports 1923 alfalfa crop totals and values, plus ongoing grain and cotton sales and west Texas hay needs.
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Sanderson Times
Terrell County
Mexico
Bill
The
Times
Bro
Kell
Border
Waco
Fort Worth
Texas
Fort Stockton
West Texas
Hedger Faces Year’s Balance With January Day
Armistice Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas pass and January first looms for balancing the year’s business. The hedger considers order, accounts and planning as the new year opens.
Mrs Turney Hosts Bible Class Party at Turney Home
The Dr M L Turney residence hosted a party for the Sunday school class with guests. Mrs Turney presented a cameo brooch to Mrs H M Smith and Key Smith as they prepare to leave Alpine after the West Texas M E Conference. Refreshments and a tour of the Turney Hospital followed the parlor entertainment.
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Turney Hospital
Woman's Missionary Society Meeting Reported
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist church met at the parsonage on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. W. E. Anderson presiding and Mrs. Jones as secretary. Reports were given by Mrs. Van Sickle Hancock Webb and Cotter. Mrs. Anderson read the Bible lesson and led a social service program with papers by Mrs. Swift and an update on the district meeting in Marfa. Plans were announced to redecorate the parsonage interior.
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Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
W. E. Anderson
Jones
van Sickle
Hancock
Webb
Cotter
Anderson
A. H. Swift
Entertaining Bridge Party by Mr. and Mrs. Newell
Mr and Mrs A A Newell hosted a Saturday evening bridge party with Halloween decorations. After the eighth game the hostess served refreshments to guests including Mr and Mrs C D Woorf, Mr and Mrs Clay Holland, Mr and Mrs Joe Burgess, Capt and Mrs McD Williams, Misses Bess Rosquet and Lucille Rives, and Messrs George Davenport and Leighton Knipe.
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A. A. Newell
C, DD. Woorf
Clay Holland
Joe Burgess
McD. Williams
Bess Rosquet
Lucille Rives
George Davenport
Leighton Knipe
Nevill Ranch Reporter Warns Against Trespass
Nevill Ranch owner Mrs Kate Nevill warns that persons taking wood water or grass from the lands or engaging in hunting or fishing will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
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Nevill Ranch
Kate Nevill
Guardianship Notice No 162 Brewster County Texas
State of Texas commands Brewster County sheriff to publish weekly for three weeks a notice that guardian L F Buttrill seeks leave to resign guardianship of minors Camilla Henderson James Henderson Dollie Henderson Stanley Henderson Thomas Henderson Narcissus Henderson and to contest the final account. A hearing is set for November 19 1923 in Alpine County Court.
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State OF Texas
Brewster County
Rome
Brewster
Camilla Henderson
James Henderson
Dollie Henderson
Stanley Henderson
Thomas Henderson
Narcissus Henderson
L. F. Buttrill
Texas
Alpine
A. D
W. H. Lease
Texa
Bank Seeks Land Auction in Pecos County Case
First State Bank of Fort Stockton seeks sale of parcels in Alpine Brewster County Texas arising from a 1923 judgment against Mrs M L Hanson J O Hanson and Mrs F W Measday The sale will occur December 4 1923 at the Brewster County courthouse door between 10 am and 4 pm for cash to satisfy the court ordered levy
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Bank OF
Alpine
Texas
Brewster County
M. L. Hanson
J. O. Hanson
F. W. Measday
Furnished Rooms Near Business District at Presbyterian Church
Rooms offered with hot and cold water in a residence two blocks from the business district. Next to the Presbyterian church, advertised by Mrs. Maggie Sheen. No contact details provided.
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Presbyterian Church
Maggie Sheen
Forty Two Club Meets At Mrs Middlebrook Home
The Forty-Two Club gathered at Mrs Middlebrook's home on Monday afternoon for games and refreshments of salad hot buns and tea. Attendees included Mrs RA McMillian Mrs Jim Casner Mrs H Morelock Mrs John Gentry Mrs John Young Jr Mrs Joe Hori Mrs Homer Ferguson Mrs Palmer Haynes Mrs A F Robertson Mrs Roy Spence and Mrs A B Sandifer. The club will meet next with Mrs Roy Spence.
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Middlebrook
For Sale Jersey Bull Calf From Prize Lineage
Three months old Jersey bull calf for sale. Sired by a grandson of a top American dairy bull. Possible discount for unregistered sales. $1 without papers, $15 with registration. Shipped from Georgetown in July. View mother at A H Swift home. Contact W W Jenkins at Avalanche office.
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Jersey
America
Georgetown
A. HH
Swift
W W. Jenkins
Avalanche Office
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Kev
Joan K. Beery
Alpine Avalanche
Alpine Publishing Company
W. W. Jenkins
Eer
Congress
Ewing Thomason
el Paso
Theresiacion
Columbus
Vendercraft
John Young Land Co
Normal Hill
Mr L. Turney
Woman's Missionary Society
Jas. A. Burke
Sheriff's Sales
TLAA
Goodyear
Doster
Hinson
W. A. Oatman
Rane
Fairbanks-Morse
R. A. McMurry
Kohler Automatic
W. L. Caldwell
O. K
West Texas Motor CO
Alpine, Texas
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