Wickersham Loses Support In Alaska Race
In Juneau a meeting led by John G. Heid formed a local committee to back James Wickersham for delegate to Congress after his telegram declaring entry. Supporters who backed his withdrawal shifted away and criticized his vacillating actions and backtracking while others organization efforts were minimal.
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Juneau
John G. Heid
James Wickersham
John F. Maloney
Congress
Wickersham
Fairbanks Population and Tax Rate Reported
The city of Fairbanks, population about 5000 and property assessed at 3,500,000, has a tax rate of 1 percent. Governor Hogatt asked for these figures via telegram. Mayor Garber and the city council provided the data yesterday afternoon.
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Hogtt
Fairbanks
Resent
In the Wrong Place
A dialog riffs on saloon characters and danger with sly wordplay. The talk turns to a man named Billson who exploits patrons, demanding drink money and more, while noting the grim truth that many are paid off by reduced prices.
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Billson
Picture Hat Snafu Captures Kansas City Spotlight
A short note from the Kansas City Journal highlights a picture hat described as pretty and fashionable, noting its concealment beneath a head covering.
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Kansas City Journal
Royal Welcome Planned for Prince of Wales at Quebec
Thousands of Canadians prepare to greet the Prince of Wales and party in Quebec next week as H M S Indomitable shows good time toward the transatlantic arrival. Large crowds are already arriving by train and steamer for the demonstration.
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United Press Service
Quebec
Canada
Prince of Wales
London
Phone 15ix Trial Pair of Crystal Well Water
A notice advertising a trial supply of Crystal Well water labeled cold and pure. The offer invites a trial pairing with the product.
Taft Has His Speech Ready for Nomination Reply
Taft will finish his speech this evening to respond to the Chicago convention address naming him the nominee. He has worked six days on the draft. Senator Bourne is visiting to discuss campaign matters with the nominee.
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Taft
Hot Springs
Chicago
Senator Bourne
Youngs Sizing Up Southwest Alaska Campaign
Seward July 18 Chairman Youngs of the republican central committee returns from three canvasses in southeastern Alaska and says Corso is a strong favorite and will poll the biggest vote ever for a candidate in this region. The only opposition is in Valdez where F M Brown attorney for the Guggenheims and other corporate interests back Wickersham but have little success.
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Valdez
F. M. Brown
Guggenheims
Wickersham
Deetering Buys Rich Dome Claim in Yukon Mineral Field
H J Miller sells his one fourth interest in bench claims 3 and 1 below discovery on Dome creek for 30000 to William Deetering. Ground seen as among the best in camp but tied up in litigation five years. Parties await Judge Gunnison's ruling on a motion for a new trial at Skagway before development resumes.
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H. J. Miller
Dome Creek
William Deetering
Mr. Deetering
Gunnison
Skagway
Klondik ers See Gigantic Mining Expansion
Dawson July 18 The Guggenheim operations in the Klondike have reached peak activity this summer with more than 2 000 men at work across properties. Five of seven dredgers are active and two more await completion. An electrical elevator proves highly successful prompting two more installations. Water shortages halt hydraulics along Bonanza though elevator operations continue. Siphons from Little Twelve Lepine ridge and the Klondike siphon progress toward full setup. Manager Perry predicts completion this summer barring material delays from low Yukon water. Dredging on Stewart River to resume with Casca delivering a large shipment. A Risdon machine will be added this fall as three machines per year target the 100 mile concession.
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Guggenheim
Klondike E
Bonanza
Little Twelve
Lepine Ridge
Klondike
Perry
Yukon
Stewart River
Ogilvie Company
Hitchcock Heads West for Taft Campaign Conference
Frank Hitchcock boarded a morning train bound for Colorado Springs to meet western Republican leaders for a conference with Mr Taft on plans to campaign the West.
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Chicago
Frank Hitchcock
West
Colorado Springs
Springs
Hitchcock
Mr. Taft
Might Have Been Bread Biscuits Stone Exchange
A quip contrasts requests for bread with a remark about early biscuits, implying a poor or ironic answer. The exchange frames a social moment through metaphor and humor rather than reporting a concrete event or outcome.
Where He Had Met Them
A quotation dialogue appears with a remark about despising a bad egg and a line confessing surprise at prior stage experience, suggesting a literary or theatrical context. The excerpt centers on character interaction and implied backstory within a larger work.
What constitutes a fraud in old say and tone
An old saying prompts pondering what counts as fraud with the quip that a fraud is defined by the other party’s pretense. The remark captures a skeptical view of deceit and accountability.
Dems Call for Donations in Lincoln Campaign Drive
A public appeal for donations to the general campaign fund was made by the campaign committee in Lincoln yesterday. Corporations are excluded and no single donation may exceed 10,000 dollars.
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Lincoln
Phyllis Teases Charley About Dancing Lessons
A dialogue features Phyllis mocking Charley for his awkward waltz while Maud notes he previously took a correspondence dancing course last winter. The exchange hints at his attempt to improve and the social tone of the moment.
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Phyllis
Charley
Maud
Satisfied Her Love Question Echoes in Quip
A witty exchange questions whether affection rests on the person or the family. The speaker jokes about a relative, suggesting love could be for the aunt or the impish brother, in a quaint conversational tone.
Government to curb dangerous patent medicines sale
United Press report from Washington dated July 18 states the government will launch a crusade against the sale of dangerous patent medicines. A large staff of experts has been employed to secure evidence.
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United Press Service
Washington
Coroner's Inquest Yields Sparse Details in Olson Case
Hedger conducts inquest in Salchaket over L. H. Olson's suicide by rifle shot. Jury verdict says Olson died by a shot from his own hand. Coroner seeks to contact Fairbanks acquaintances J. H. Brewer and Jack Fortman but cannot reach them.
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L. H. Olson
J. H. Brewer
Jack Fortman
Fairbanks
Yukon Council Sets Special Session for Boundaries
Dawson July 18 The Yukon council will convene in a special session on Tuesday, July 21 to determine the boundaries of divisions in the territory for the upcoming council member election.
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Dawson
Yukon Council
Selected groceries at Sickinger's on Second Avenue
A brief grocery notice lists Sickinger's store on Second Avenue offering selected items. No dates or prices provided. The listing includes a contact phone number 44 for inquiries.
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Sickinger’s
Second Avenue
Lurline Wins Final Leg in Los Angeles Yacht Race Series
The Los Angeles yacht Lurline won first place in the final race of the series, finishing ahead of rivals in Honolulu. The event closed an entertaining fleet program with the top boat from Los Angeles securing the victory.
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Lurline
Los Angeles
They Were Hot Ones Fever Case Revealed
A puzzling report centers on a man said to be in a high fever and linked to his own words as the source of his ailment. Authorities weigh dietary causes and public health notes.
Marriage Happiness Tied to Roles of Women Says Proverb
A satirical line argues that few marriages stay happy because young women spend time weaving nets rather than crafting cages, implying a misalignment of domestic duties and romantic expectations in society.
Corson Leads In Nome Peninsula Presidential Race
Nome notes a two party contest with Corson expected to win large plurality. A straw ballot aboard the Northwestern shows Corson 206, Ronan 6, Club 2, while Wickersham lacks strength and Chilberg draws labor support for party adherence.
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Northwestern
Nome
Carson
Ronan
Club
Wickersham
Chilberg
Frustration with Stupidity Revealed in Quip
Witty exchange notes that one irritation is feeling anger toward foolish conduct. The remark ends with a playful jab about exasperation and lacking patience for nonsense.
Slab Crumbles From Side Injures Miner Near Fairbanks
August Wolff, a miner working the open cut for Scott & Spencer near Fairbanks Creek, suffered a broken left leg when a gravel slab slid from the side. He was assisted by nearby workers, recovered consciousness, and was brought to town by buckboard for hospital care.
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Scott & Spencer
Fairbanks
Wolff
Advantage of Credit Dialog Sparks Sibling Showdown
A playful exchange reveals a family priceclerk insight. A girl brags her sister would replace a disliked beau by using their store charge account to change him. The banter highlights how credit power reshapes choices within a domestic scene.
Hidden Strength in Men Like Untapped Gold
A reflective aphorism compares men to soil with latent strength or vein of gold. It suggests people often overlook inner powers and abilities that could emerge when discovered. The phrasing echoes moral insight on self knowledge and potential.
Governor Thomas Mifflin Led Pennsylvania Under 1790 Constitution
Thomas Mifflin served as the first governor of Pennsylvania after adoption of the 1790 state constitution. He led the commonwealth during the early constitutional era, shaping executive governance and state policy.
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Pennsylvania
Thomas Mifflin
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