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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
2
Public notice from the Fairbanks Daily News confirms mailing and post office handling as second class matter for distribution and archival purposes.
Rates for advertising space in The News will be made known on application. Charges will be found reasonable for the service given.
In Alaska the contest for the delegate seat shapes up with candidates Ronan and Carson vying in Ketchikan and Valdez. John Clum from Tanana emerges as the leading favorite, endorsed by diverse supporters. Call for unity grows to elect a representative who can span all factions and regions.
The News endorses the council effort to keep municipal costs low and urges immediate action to contract a coat of paint for the new city schoolhouse. The imposing building stands as a shared investment and pride for all residents.
Reports from Fairbanks describe a new strike on Murphy creek and indicate paystreaks extend through streams feeding the Chatanika flats. Prospectors rush to acquire properties as creek riches become widely known, with anticipated growth in Tanana producers.
John E. Ballaine drives a bid to finish the first 100 miles of the Alaska Central railway, aiming to advance construction amid challenges and funding questions.
The planned road to the Matanuska coal fields may require receiver's certificates to continue, as bonds totaling 30 million dollars secure the project, with about 6.9 million issued and only partial rail laid. Central Trust Co of Chicago holds the first mortgage, prompting a house cleaning to determine equity before further financing.
A recent push to provide our school with a library earns commendation and calls for public encouragement from all citizens.
Philip Shuh reports selling an eighth interest in the Moonlight association on Murphy creek to John Sesson for 5000 dollars cash. The price marks the highest paid for Murphy creek ground and implies the eight claim association could fetch 40000 dollars if valued as an eighth stake.
The Arctic Brotherhood plans a Saturday evening excursion described as a top summer event in the Tanana valley. A barge feature, moderate price, and a picnic on the water with a midnight daylight lunch are advertised, with departure at 9 PM and return by 4 AM.
The celebration executive committee meeting set for Saturday night will be held in the chairman’s office tomorrow Friday evening due to the A B excursion. All members are urged to attend for urgent business. Leroy Tozier, Chairman.
Municipal Clerk Taylor reports steady dog tax receipts with more licenses paid today than yesterday and a higher overall percentage of paid dog licenses this year compared with last year.
Fishermen from up river towns expected in the city by 8 pm with greyling whitefish pickerel and pike. The past week yielded a small catch due to river rises and falls from recent rains. Names like Dorsey Brown Petersen Jensen and Happy Hooligan are listed among the Big Chena contingents.
Frank Struthers of the Tanana Trading Co. in Chena is in the city for a brief visit, staying only a short time.
Fairbanks police report a quiet week with only one light offense. Chief Miller, and assistants Pat O Connor Ed Kelly and Roy Stevens, say they are vigilant for upcoming large crowds from outside the city.
The notice reports that the P.O. Department shows very little activity in relation to wire transfers. It notes delays and irregularities in processing communications between offices and customers. Authorities urge timely reporting of issues and seek updated contact methods for affected parties.
Officials in the capital await a wire from the department on establishing the regular mail route between Fairbanks and Valdez Creek country via McKinley post office. A temporary service via Mail Carrier Arthur Cruger is in effect, with miners in Susitna ready to honor the man who secured permanent service when approved. If notified soon, service could start in early August and run for two years.
In Fairbanks the courteous poll tax collector Hunsacker earns laughs and money with good humor. He notes how people seem cheerful after paying, and he remains ready to hear a fresh joke about himself in this line of work.
City residents voice frustration over spring mail delays affecting Dawson area. Frank Monroe urges direct Lake LaBerge to Dawson routes for perishables and invoices. Postmaster John P. Clum and Agent Joe Heacock discuss potential bids to improve service, including using Lake LaBerge boats and alternative routes to Fairbanks.
The article uses size comparisons to explain geography, likening Greece to Vermont and Palestine to one fourth of New York. It contrasts Hindustan with Palestine, Africa's desert with the United States, and seas with U S landmarks. It notes equivalents among seas and lakes and provides scale relations for major regions.
Arrivals at hotels include W. H. Passage and P. F. Yerguson with others such as Harry Mudge L. C. Carryaline Cleary W. J. Ogden Ester Jack Lucy D. W. Kennedy among city guests. The list features both city residents and visiting individuals confirming hotel records.
Equestrienne parades are held nightly in Fairbanks with many riders showing promise. Rain has kept roads in good condition and the mosquito nuisance is down from prior years. A Fourth of July parade is suggested with riders, and Captain Langley is urged to perform mule stunts if present.
A Louisville Courier Journal quotation notes that a young woman should avoid letting a suitor call if she has no intention of proposing. The line frames courtship etiquette and time-wasting in polite social exchange.
A psychological look suggests a selfish person is defined by memory lapses affecting consideration for others. Researchers note memory constraints can hinder social awareness and impulse control, shaping self-centered actions in everyday decisions.
Eugene Larose a pumpman on bench claim No 4 below Ester creek crushed his right hand while repairing a pump for Arthur Mc Neer. The index finger joint was amputated to save the hand and he will be out of work for several weeks.
A fragmented list shows Floyd J. Gibbons C. E B. Nelson Walter Smith J.R. Wilson Ester A. Torgeson Goldstream H. F. Melcuius L. Munger mentioned alongside unclear notes, suggesting entries in a regional ledger or notice column.
In Cleveland a terse note recalls Bobby-Sister’s habit of instructing others to answer calls. Now she herself orders the phone, breaking the old routine as she handles calls directly.
A list of individuals including D. H. Sweet Charles Kefferstein Angus Sutherland Innoke Harry Jordan William James Robert Chamberlain Ben Anderson Mrs. Hall Cleary H. G. Huston Ester L. Marymont Dome Creek H. W. Attwood Gold Stream.
James McSweeney, John Henry, and M. H. McMullen are listed in a brief notice or notice-like item referencing a location on Third Avenue.
Joe Neville hospitalized at St Josephs after head injuries from hammer blows. Carpenter R Simmons of Dome charged in the attack and released on bond pending further proceedings.
Badger and Woodward list a turnkey poultry operation featuring a residence two buildings and incubator. The sale includes 200 chickens and a fully equipped ranch at a bargain price. Contact via phone 65A at 1st National Bank Building.
A sequence of recorded conveyances and a mortgage from June 15 to June 16 1908. Francois Luigi to Joseph Cacchi for 55 dollars, Golden Gate hotel sale to Ida Sampson and Hilda Nelson for 8000, Laiti to Sampson and Nelson for 6800, Doty to Schumacher for 100, Isaac Boman to Shipler with dissection of discoveries along Murphy creek, Kleinberg to Stier for 3000 on leasehold and Red Cross building, Ida Sampson and Hilda Nelson to Laili for 1680 with Golden Gate property.
A collection of mortgage dates and property claims from 1907 to 1908. Entries include satisfaction mortgages dated June 17 1908, loans and security interests on properties in First Avenue and Cushman Street, stock in shops, and several Mas cot gulch claims. Names include J A Slippern E T Barnette George D Horton F M Dunham John Connors John F Baird Edward P Drake and Igag.
WANTED Girl for general house work. Apply 314 First avenue. FOR SALE Ryan half way house Pedro creek cheap for cash. Leave in the near future for trip to outside. FOR SALE One GSton platform scales. Apply Fairbanks Hardware Co. 246 SITUATION WANTED if made known through these columns will find ready answer. and HELP advertised for in columns will get all you re.
Tanana Masonic Lodge LL D regular communications first and third Wednesdays at Masonic Hall. Pairbanks Lodge No 3 Lo oF meets each Thursday at 8 pm at Odd Fellows Hall. Fraternal Order of Fairbanks Aerie No 1637 meets Mondays at 8 pm at Eagle Hall. Details include officers and secretaries for each group.
Camp Fairbanks No. 16 A B meets every Tuesday in the auditorium at 8 30 p m. Hill A C Charles E avin recorder.
Fairbanks Lodge of the Yukon Order of Pioneers meets Thursdays at Odd Fellows Hall. Harry Crise secretary. Gesang Verein Harmonie meets Sundays at 8 p m. at Odd Fellows Hall 1st Ave Henry Roden president Leo Wile secretary M Sickinger treasurer.
A fragmented timetable shows departures and arrivals for No. 6 Mixed service with morning and evening times. Locations include Gilmore Ridgetop and Olnes Chatanika, with notes on leave and arrive windows and right of way references.
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