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Newspaper
Alpine Avalanche
Location
Alpine, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1929
Page
2
Brewster County paper in Alpine chronicles local and state news. Society editor and correspondents report on residents, events, and notices with a focus on upbuilding and community life in Texas.
In a terse call to taxpayers, officials urge payment of city taxes today or Saturday to avoid delays Monday. The warning notes limited time and assistants’ capacity to handle crowds, with emphasis on timely payment.
News dispatches report Congressman C Hudspeth will not seek reelection. Four candidates are considering entering the race including Mayor R E Thomason and John F Sutton of San Angelo T A Kincaid of Drona and C C Belcher of Del Rio. Thomason is well known in Alpine and the district.
An unclear passage notes swift progress across towns on the Oriel line and population growth within six years. It mentions a territory rich in resources and lacking transport facilities. The ALP promises development extending toward the west coast and across West Texas, with broader implications for the region.
The piece argues that roads are improving and railroads show prosperity benefiting citizens and industry. It cites delays and car shortages as past dangers and praises modern railroads for public service, efficiency, and management amid tough conditions.
Avalde Leader-News reports two deaths from cigarette caused fires in bed as a warning against smoking. The incidents detail the victims sleeping with lighted cigarettes, the resulting flames, and the ensuing fatalities. The piece condemns cigarettes as wasteful and dangerous, urging readers to save money instead.
The article notes the school organized pep leaders and a pep squad with many students out to support the Bucks. Football team captains Clarence Hord Jr and Truett John are highlighted as leaders as preparations begin for upcoming games.
The article urges pep squad participation at Alpine High, criticizing lack of attendance at yell practice while praising football players and school leaders. It notes officers for the Anna Doc Phelps era and mentions students leaving for Sam Antonio and Harlingen High, with junior candidate Ernestin Behrns for football.
An improvised report from Seattle discusses a Negro Congressman challenging a White Senator, with remarks about political pressure, party lines, and requests for support. The piece mentions connections to Alabama and a prompt about funds and influence, citing reactions from local figures and a request for money.
An item describes a woman forced to sleep in a chair amid claims about a system and medicine. The notice mentions Adlertica and Alpine Drug Store in a dubious health gimmick. The fragment hints at a promotional stunt or coercive sales tactic tied to stomach and bowels remedies.
Sandy MacNarrow rode a train as guest of Sautt ville for thriftiest Seatchman. A stranger approached, asked for a watch, and forcibly took a mateh from him as he smoked. The incident ended without further detail.
A drummer lights a cigarette, compliments a box of safety matches, and offers a $20 gold piece for every box as he departs. Sandy, after awkward exchanges, clutches his box and resists the earnest plea.
Senator Benjamin F. Berkeley was in El Paso early this week serving as a member of the state senators boundary commission.
Pupils enthusiastic as voters elect a football queen sponsor. Monday each grade met separately and nominated candidates. Nominations include 10th grade Ernestine Beher, 9th grade Virginia Leaverton, 8th grade Lorena Crawford, and 7th grade Melba Stack.Election results to be announced Wednesday afternoon.
Orthodox Jews in New York protest British policy in Palestine while praising England for guiding relief efforts. They argue England guards Jewish residents and saves soldiers despite pressures, and urge continued support for London's approach amid tensions over regional violence and protection measures.
A committee investigated the Rio Grande boundary between New Mexico and Texas. Senators and representatives from Galveston El Paso and other regions were named in the inquiry. The action followed a decree from the U S Supreme Court era around 1928, addressing land titles and state claims.
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