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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1923
Page
2
Brewster county publication profile notes this weekly paper led by manager editor W W Jenkins. It lists subscription pricing and printing details including year, six months and post office status in Maine Texas under federal act.
The column recalls Greece’s tense relations with Turkey and Italy amid fears of a new European war. It questions League of Nations diplomacy with England’s support and notes local curiosities about Texas Siftings and impressions of regional growth and school location debates in Lubbock and nearby towns.
A few Western newspapers critique the site of the West Texas Technological school using distance comparisons. They argue Lubbock is farther from Houston than from Flagstaff Arizona and question whether Western centers closer to Lubbock were adequately considered.
The squib lists W Davidson Lynch Davidson W KE Pope and George B Terrell as potential gubernatorial contenders. It notes Pope seeks an opening Terrell seeks campaign funding Lon Smith Contingency Comptroller is suspected of office designs and Adjutant General Horton is a tentative candidate.
The article describes Japan's catastrophic earthquakes and volcanic threats, fires consuming cities including the capital, and tsunamis leaving widespread destruction. It notes the empire mourns about 250000 dead while nations and organizations mobilize to provide assistance to the stricken people.
Maggie Sheen offers neat furnished rooms with hot and cold water in a residence two blocks from the business district next to the Presbyterian church. Rooms advertised for dry single occupancy.
Public school teachers from Terrell Pecos Jeff Davis Presidio and Brewster counties gather in Alpine for a five day institute led by IW A Stigler head of education at Sul Ross State Teachers College. Presidents Morelock and J D Jackson address attendees urging stronger teacher training and longer required courses.
The article urges teachers and society to endure the preparation path, arguing education and Christian faith are essential together. It lists educators, institutes in Alpine and Big Bend, and names numerous teachers visiting and teaching across towns like Marathon, Fort Stockton, Presidio, Sanderson, and San Antonio. The piece honors readings by Mrs Casner and Miss Jenkins while inviting continued regional educational meetings.
The United States and Mexico announce the renewal of diplomatic relations after a three year breach. They will appoint charges d Affaires while awaiting ambassadors, with extradition treaties to follow and closer cooperation on commerce and security between the two nations.
The revival meetings go on through Sunday with potential extension based on interest. Loyal members are urged to fill all roles, and visitors from other churches are welcomed. Juniors meet 2:30 p m Sunday, with a 7:45 p m session followed by preaching at 8:30 p m. Mrs Mulenix to sing. weekday services start 8 p m with sermon at 8:30 p m. H M Smith pastor.
R L Harmon appointed county treasurer for Upton County succeeding Mrs O B Orr after beating sixteen other applicants. Brewster County native praised by friends. note on printer statements and a for sale Jersey cow producing about four gallons daily.
Morning schedule lists 8:30 Holy Mass and Benediction with the Holy Sacrament and an English sermon followed by 10:00 Holy Mass and sermon in Spanish, appealing to students of Spanish. Evening program includes 3:00 Catechetical Instruction and 7:30 Rosary with a Spanish sermon. Weekdays feature 7:00 a.m. Mass and 7:30 p.m. Rosary with Bible readings in Spanish. A 900 moving picture entertainment is planned at the Community Hall.
George Stell administrator of Albert Stell deceased Brewster County Texas notifies all indebted to estate to settle and all claims to be presented within the legal period. Notice posted August 22 1923 at his Alpine Texas residence. Read The Avalanche and Watch Alpine Grow.
The Alpine public schools announce the 9 AM opening next Tuesday Sept 11 with inviting remarks for the community to attend. Faculty all chosen for fit and enthusiasm, signaling high standards. Announcements on schedules and enrollment will be made that morning, including a class in Expression Harmonics and Story Telling by Lucile Rives at $5 per month for two lessons weekly plus 50 cents per extra lesson.
A 1923 notice from Marathon School District trustees applauds W A Oatman for building the schoolhouse, praising workmanship and conduct while noting he underbid rivals by over 2000 dollars. Oatman counters that he beat the next lowest bidder by 2750 dollars and earned board approval.
Local dining venue advertises affordable prices matching competitors. The note promotes Holland Dining Room and Coffee Shop at 34 23 1f as a value option for patrons seeking good service.
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