12 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1908
Page
1
San Francisco July 11 United Press reports Jim Jeffries declared he will not referee prizefights again and will only attend as a spectator. He called the McFarland Welch bout at Los Angeles on July 4 a draw after 25 rounds and blamed critics for the unfavorable reception.
London editorials react to Bryan's Denver nomination with sharp split. One paper calls him Roosevelt’s equal, while another labels him a fool, reflecting deep English misgivings about the Nebraskan's temperament and leadership.
A playful courtly exchange shows Mistress-Bridget asking what to fetch from New York and a reply promising to take whatever Bridget desires, reflecting light humor in a social exchange. The dialogue centers on mutual generosity and good humor.
The late Grover Cleveland left his entire estate to Mrs Cleveland with no conditions or reserve. The probate brief records the disposition as a concise instrument naming the manner of disposal and provides no value or composition details.
Indianapolis July 11 Vice President Fairbanks accepts invitation to deliver the welcome for John Worth Kern at the reception honoring the Democratic vice presidential nominee. The move signals Republican support as Mayor Bockwater a party leader will participate in the ceremonies.
A brief observation from Washington Star on a car ride with vivid sensory imagery of gasoline fumes and a passing landscape in green blur signaling thought of future worlds.
San Francisco July 11 reports at noon the Atlantic fleet 1,500 miles west with an un eventful voyage and perfect weather conditions noted.
The Lusitania arrived yesterday establishing another new record for the transatlantic run. She completed the crossing 31 minutes faster than her previous best, with the ocean liner operating on a schedule as brisk as a New York railway.
The Lavelle Young departed Dawson for Fairbanks carrying nearly 100 passengers, 160 tons of general freight, and 111 head of cattle on a barge with a wireless station tower. Among the travelers are prominent Fairbanks figures and several professionals bound for the Tanana region for the summer.
Official Seattle figures show Alaska residents top all others in purchases. Harbor master records indicate average Alaskan buys more in Seattle per capita than any country or region, highlighting the magnitude of Alaska trade for local merchants.
New York lines adopt a retrenchment plan including a small wage reduction and a tariff increase to shift burdens onto the public. The New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad operates 42 electric locomotives amid satisfaction with results. The 1906 global coal output reached about 1.106 billion short tons, with the United States producing over a third.
Panamanian tensions rise as the United States reinforces its Marine presence in the canal zone. Officials insist on maintaining control amid a country split over upcoming elections, fearing open conflict if measures are not stringent.
Efforts to raise skunks in captivity for their skins have largely failed due to the animals cannibalistic instincts, with adults devouring their young born in captivity.
A four man firm with headquarters near the Illinois river collects about 100000 dollars worth of pelts annually and ships them to Europe.
Mrs Longworth and party were caught in an electrical storm near Colorado Springs on July 11 and held up for seven hours. Members felt frightened but escaped with only shaken nerves and no serious injuries.
Johnson wired congratulations to Bryan and said he will travel through Minnesota to support his election bid.
Prosecution has finished in the case and the defense will present its opening in the Grand Junction trial on Monday. The proceedings concern the ongoing legal action with key figures unnamed in the fragment.
In Grand Junction on July 11 the prosecution concluded its case in the Steve Adams trial. The defense, set to begin Monday, aims to place the case in the hands of the jury by Wednesday. A major point contested was the attempt to admit Adams' confession as evidence, a ruling the court rejected.
A major blaze in Seattle during July 11 threatened the entire tenderloin district. Firefighters battled a long afternoon fight, ultimately confining the flames to two blocks of wooden structures just south of the red light district, preventing wider destruction.
Advices report British ambassador James Brice will visit the Pacific coast for the first time in March, with San Francisco as the launching point for the trip.
Henry Mellen of the Alaskan democratic delegation is named to the committee that will officially notify Bryan of his nomination. The exact date for the notification has not yet been decided.
New York July 11 William Hearst may oppose Bryan in the forthcoming campaign and could even fight him. Hearst has not announced a firm policy, but editorials across his papers since the nomination suggest little enthusiasm for the convention’s outcome.
A husband and wife exchange a terse remark about trouble and fate. She says you always meet trouble half way. he replies not always and notes that she overtook him in a moment of conflict.
Wheat in Canada reaches full maturity after a growing span of ninety to one hundred days. The note highlights the typical timeline for harvest readiness across Canadian fields.
The Alaska Steamship company has contracted to install a wireless system linking ships and land agencies. The rush work will complete the service immediately. The company says it will boost safety and aid in distress signaling, justifying the expense.
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