02 Sep 1904
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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1904
Page
1
A poetic piece praises generous rain renewing earth and crops. It depicts clouds over mountains, grain scattering, thirsty land drinking deeply, and grass revived as people rejoice. The verse ends with a chorus of praise for divine blessing.
The Alpine Public School opened Monday with about 140 pupils despite bad weather. The school uses nine grades, with staff including Mrs. Cawthon in first and second, Mrs Cawthon and Mrs Baines in third, Mrs Baines in fourth and fifth, Mr. Allen in sixth and seventh, and Mr. Fowler in eighth and ninth. Demand for desks and books is high as supplies are limited. regular attendance and prompt book procurement are urged to keep classes from losing.
Local notes report imminent rain across Pecos and Crockett counties with reports of ongoing showers since Friday, blamed for improving county moisture. Sheffield hosts a multi-day barbecue and roping event for county candidates, with several local officials named as hoped for offices.
The Lochausen ranch has been broken up with lands divided among neighbors. W D Jene takes 10 sections for 400 dollars and J G takes cert sections for 800 dollars. Combs Cattle Co holds a 20 section option and A B Gage may take all south of the railroad. Other notes mention yearling sales and shipments by Pecos area firms.
The Pittsburg Gazette notes a 1730s colonial edict from Windsor Hartford and Wethersfield prohibiting tobacco chewing by anyone under 21 and by others without physician certified license. It bans public use in streets or open places with sixpence penalties per offense and requires constables to report offenders to the court.
Washington Post notes a lack of guidance for men facing marriage and offers lighthearted observations on groom behavior. The piece contrasts brides’ ready-made etiquette with groom nerves and suggests practical hints to appear sincerely eager without seeming ridiculous.
Surveyor W M Harman returns from the lower Maravillas and San Francisco country to lay off lands where parties plan to build cement and dirt tanks. Builders include Tom Heath with a Mexican supplier and Louis Granger supplying multiple tanks for several owners. Roy and Charley Stairwell plan three tanks near Black Peaks in a water starved, unoccupied region praised by Capt Arthur Stiles for its grass and potential cattle ranges if water were found.
Officials announce that candidates must file written applications in the County Clerk's office to have their names printed on the official ballot. The deadline is September 25, 1904. M. A. Bean, County Clerk, Brewster County, Texas.
The Eagle Pass Guide lauds Judge Thomas as well known and highly praised for his court conduct and intellect. The paper endorses him as Democratic nominee for Judge of the Sixty third Judicial District, likening him to a worthy epistle read by all.
Carrie defends Mr Aweetser against her papa who doubts his schemes. The exchange centers on trust in Mr Aweetser and the challenges he faces in pursuing his plans. The dialogue hints at family dynamics and high hopes clashing with practicality.
Mrs. Fuller, a Kiowa, was arrested on perjury charges in Lawton and Caddo counties while attempting to board a Frisco train for Old Mexico. She had returned to draw an annuity of 800 to 1000 dollars and had previously charged Major Randlett with illegal dealings, an accusation that led to an Interior Department investigation. Randlett was exonerated, and Mrs. Fuller was indicted by a U S grand jury. The case is described as sensational and highly notable for the Territory.
The New Era is questioned for implying the majority did rule at the Alpine convention. It notes the Thomas faction carried five counties with 1486 votes for Lanham versus two counties with 1223 votes against, suggesting the paper may be unaware of these totals and overstate the majority.
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