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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1921
Page
2
Exploration reports potash in sand pumpings from three wells in Dawson Midland and Ward counties Texas experts caution the find remains uncertain due to depth and core drilling limits. Promoters plan continued testing while market talk reflects conditions for cattle and local industry.
Persons taking wood water or prass from or hunting or fishing on the Hord Ranch lands will be prosecuted to the extent of the law. Clarence Hord owner.
NO STRIKE ON HAND. 4. O Cashen, president of the switchmen's organization says Henry Ford escaped the strike. The Detroit Toledo & Ironton Railroad owned by Ford would be the only road not affected by the strike. He claims Ford's treatment of his workers made organization unnecessary on that line. He suggests other roads could follow Ford's policy to avoid threats or strikes.
After a strike order freight trains run on the Southern Pacific with unusually high traffic. Shippers rush to move goods in anticipation of the disruptions and potential work stoppages.
Used car dealer Casner Motor Company at 42-16 advertises Dodge Buick Ford Overland and Oakland models priced from 150 to 1250 dollars. Some vehicles are newly painted and rebuilt. the ad promises reliable descriptions and typical favorable terms.
Fort Stockton records show James Coneys bought and received 2 100 feeding lambs from the Sherbine Brothers near Girvin this week while 1 200 head came from J M Corder.
No trespass notice issued restricting entry for hunting fishing or other activity on the Wo TL Terry lands. The notice warns all persons to refrain from entering the property to protect the land and its use by the owners.
A chaotic scene unfolds as a large crowd of female shoppers overruns a store. The Peer Man is said to eject items from stock while the crowd enjoys a long, aimless browsing session. Clerks reportedly grow stressed as the situation spirals.
An American Legion post secretary in Des Moines explains homestead entry rules for western lands. Applicants must verify land quality, prove habitability, and meet residence requirements, with military service credit reducing time needed. Open lands noted in Arizona and western states. costs include fees and improvements.
The article notes thriving markets in Glenn Springs Texas with home grown vegetables and apples of high quality. It argues irrigation demonstrates what can be done in the Alpine valley, aided by fine soil climate and ample water for profitable trucking and fruit production.
The report details slow progress at Wilsonwell Neo 2 due to water, while Hovey and Wortland wells show limestone and Austin chalk readings. Portland and Mexia fields are examined for chalk and Woodbine sands with fault structures guiding oil prospects. Fort Stockton and Bone Springs fields see steady activity and new leases, with several wells drilling or casing off water as operators push to begin operations.
The Sul Ross Nermal Freshman class met on Friday October 7 to elect officers for the coming year. Elected were Wilboon McKay president Maurice Denman vice president Sasybell Dunton secretary and treasurer Day Baker representative of the Student Loan Fund Elizabeth Fennell faculty representative Tommie Simpson class reporter Miss Anna Cecil Evans faculty advisor Social Committee George Livingston chairman Elizabeth Fennell Della Mc Spadden. Mrs Joe Moss completed installation of an automatic electric light and power plant at her home just outside the city.
Bible school at 9 45 a m preaching at 11 a m and 7 30 p m all are invited. H M Bandy is the minister.
The scramble for oil grows rapidly with Del Rio developing shallow wells near the city limits producing one to seven barrels daily of high gravity oil. A likely large pool is indicated miles away east. Missouri Monett and Mexia see drilling and a Mexia gusher reports 13 000 barrels daily as 14 producers 67 wells and 41 derricks mark expanding activity.
Bechtel at Berkeley Building promotes lending to finance a cosy line with monthly installments at 3 percent annual interest. Includes protection in case of sickness or misfortune. framed as an alternative to paying rent.
Two nicely furnished rooms for rent near a public school. Contact Ray Hays for details. Rental includes quiet surroundings and easy access to transportation and local amenities. Ideal for students or professionals seeking a clean, comfortable living space.
Fred Clark as trustee announces a public sale of 1000 head of sheep including 20 bucks and 980 ewes valued under a trust note held by Southern Trust and Commerce Bank of San Diego. Sale set for November 8, 1921 at the Alpine courthouse with bids received between 10 am and 4 pm. The property is on the N. Pierson ranch north of Hammond, Brewster County Texas.
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