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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1912
Page
1
A Texas-wide appeal argues for legal protection of married women's property rights and savings. An intellig ent Texas woman contends current laws let husbands control wives funds and assets, urging lawmakers to shield women and their children from financial abuse, citing sub irrigation advantages as a broader progressive reform.
The Lexas Dry Farming Congress reaffirmed Dr Berkelay of Alpine as president amid praise for his leadership. Described as a leading West Texas figure, he is noted as a dynamic activist within the farming community.
A proposed constitutional amendment to article 16 would add a six year term for board members of state universities and other state boards, with staggered elections to reduce political influence. The measure aims to promote fitness and qualifications, reducing gubernatorial ability to overhaul boards.
Fresh and tender meat of all kinds at Terry's market. Phone or send in orders. We make prompt delivery.
In New York after the Rosenthal murder papers alleged uniformed officers cleared the Metropole corner to aid killers. A fatigued man leaning on an awning on Forty third Street recalls a patrolman ordering him to move and asks in a blunt civil query who they intend to shoot next.
A veteran New York actor with a digestive ailment suffered a severe attack after a heavy meal while at the Lambs Club. Songwriter Ben Hapgood Burt, who overheard the distress, declared with urgency that the man was haunted as the episode climaxed with a dramatic confession.
An English actress known for yearly engagements entertains two newspaper men in her New York hotel suite. A middle aged theatrical admirer, described as serious though tiresome in conversation, calls during tea. She tells the men to leave, then sighs that her headache is sick as she dismisses the caller. W. F. McGaughy is noted for selling land and cattle.
Announcements list candidates for county judge A M Tursey county attorney J C Brooke district and county clerk W H Lease sheriff and tax collector J A Warrew tax assessor J W Pacers county treasurer D D York county surveyor vacant Moss commissioner precinct No 1 Ww F McGavony commissioner precinct No 9 H T Fuerenan and constable precinct W E Paeurs continuous names indicate a party slate
Jno A Deer ing & Co of Houston buy Moody ranch near Toyah comprising 12 000 acres for 60 000 dollars. Purchasers say the property will be colonized by Germans.
A Pittsburgh public school teacher tests students by asking where Denver is. A towheaded pupil answers Western League, prompting a humorous moment. The teacher’s brother, a rising lawyer, remarks Denver is in second place, revealing a light family exchange.
One secton owned and seven section leased. Good running water. Four hundred head high grade cattle horses and mules. This is a bargain. Don’t wait. Apply to W. F. McGaughy.
Border Rubber Co states rumors that it will not buy Guayule shrub are unfounded. It declares it remains able and eager to purchase all Guayule in Texas and will pay cash, regardless of factory operation status.
Independent candidate Jon G Kurt Lange announces relocation from A Williams and Co saddle store to a room beside R B Slight and Co drug store. He offers to fill orders for Sheriff and Tax Collector or boots and repair services for Brewster County voters, soliciting patronage for the November election.
Notice to creditors of Huddleston & Company Alpine Wonder and W O Moore Successor in Brewster County. On August 7 1912 the assignor deed conveyed all property for creditors consent. Assignee invites creditors to consent writings and to file claims within six months at Alpine Texas. Witness dated August 19 1912. L B Canuritens
Notice is given that all parties are forbidden under penalty of law to hunt shoot or trespass on my property. Jason W. Tastes.
Under present conditions we are compelled to sell for strictly cash of 30 days. All accounts that have run over 30 are now due and must be paid. Guy Crawrono & Co.
Job advertisement from JO. K. PALL announcing readiness to provide all kinds of hauling and urging public patronage. Requests orders by phone number 186 and promises prompt attention.
A $500.00 reward is offered by J B Lavine for the arrest and conviction of any person illegally handling cattle owned by the signer. The notice seeks to deter cattle theft and secure restitution.
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