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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1908
Page
2
Classified postnote indicates Fairbanks publication entered at the Fairbanks Postoffice as second class matter under standard postal rules. No additional specifics or dates provided in readable text.
At a Fairbanks mass meeting citizens evaluated candidates for Alaska's congressional delegateship. John P. Clum, the independent candidate, impressed with an earnest address and clear platform, while incumb ent Cale received criticism for lacking effectiveness. Corson faced opposition tied to Guggenheim ties and Governor Hoggatt's endorsement. The gathering fostered unity and strong voter confidence in Clum's qualifications and honesty.
The Red Devil driven by Stanley Scearce arrived in Dawson last evening bringing about $50,000 in gold consignments. Beelzebub and gold stories from the Daw son News are noted.
Pilot Carl Liliesternin ferried a vast quartz claim treasure to town from Quartz. The load, valued at around $100000 in virgin gold, was moved in heavy grips with a strong man needed for each haul. The gold came from Gwinn and Cummings rich claim on Quartz.
C W Joynt writes to set the record straight about grave markers at the cemetery. He notes two graves for Col J H McLaughlin and two for Charles Miles, describes a cross shaped headboard for McLaughlin, and mentions a pencil marked rough headboard for Miles. He asserts burial details while apologizing for prior prints.
In a Times report dated June 20 Mr Burns claims Dr Young named Arthur Phelan as miners representative. The account is denied as false and biased, with Dr Young saying he welcomed all, Phelan denying miners representation, and Phelan aligning with Mr Clum’s platform as miners’ backing.
A Norway exhibition highlights current positions within the shipping industry, outlining roles held by key players and the sector's evolving structure. Officials emphasize trade connections, port activity, and maritime services shaping economic outlooks.
In July and August Trondhjem will host an exhibition detailing the fishing trade in Scandinavia and the Faroe Islands. The event opens July 1 and highlights Norway’s 1906 fishery and whaling exports valued at about 66.7 million kroner.
A quick quip notes a preference for steady partners, then pivots to humor about change. The speaker jokes that only a $100 bill brings flexibility, turning on the idea that value drives tolerance for shifts in love.
Steamers Tanana and Delta edge toward Tanana and Gibbon to collect mail bound for Koyukuk and St Michael. Insane detainees from Fort Gibbon and Eagle bound for Sarah, with Marshal Perry supervising, include Agnes Tate and several others. One forgery convict, F Hartigan, travels with a mixed crew and many named passengers on the Tanana and Delta.
The Continent’s Sunday shopping ban spreads to Italy with the riposo settimanale effective February 8. The measure orders a minimum twenty four hour weekly rest for workers, with many exceptions for transport, public utilities, and certain trades. It aims to boost the working class while preserving public recreation and essential services.
A wide survey of William Howard Taft tracing his lineage, early career, and rise to national prominence. The piece notes his family background, Yale education, early political posts, and pivotal roles in the Philippines and the Roosevelt administration. It argues against overrating him as either a colossal figure or mere figurehead.
The Echo reports Dr Hudgin as the preferred choice for commissioner over Rampart precinct beyond the Boston New York divide. It notes his education and long stay in Alaska, the potential revenue, and references past salaries. It also covers related politics including marshalship talk, Perry’s possible appointment, and Manley’s intervention aiding Sullivan county workers.
London records report Margaret Hamilton aged 70, key witness in the Druce case, sentenced to 18 months for perjury after an appeal by her counsel was denied. She bowed her head as sentence was read, drawing tears from onlookers. efforts may seek a pardon.
A Concise note notes that a substantial portion of money men marry is counterfeit. The remark links social trends to fake cash circulating in markets of marriage and financial dealings.
Badger and Woodward offer a turnkey chicken ranch featuring two buildings, residence, and incubator for 200 birds. Listed as a rare bargain with contact via 65A phone, located at 1st National Bank Building.
Filed for record entries show numerous 1907 1908 real estate transfers and mortgages. Names include Nels Olness Honore Gauthier Carl Zien EB Lindig Laura Foster Lorenz Thimme A Benson D Benson Parker Fairbanks Lumber Co Marie Ruppa Astrid Magnussen Cornelius Landaas Frank McLain Joe Braugh Carl I Carlsen Charles Best Spruce Creek Cushman Creek Engineer Creek Pedro Second and Third avenues Fourth Fifth Avenues and related lots. Also a satisfaction mortgage and an agreement to build a dance hall with Scribner funding.
A sequence of claims and affidavits for labor and association rights on various creeks including Little Eldorado, Engineer, St Patrick's, and Melba creeks. Names listed include P. H. Ald, John Worgan, Howard Joseph Macauley, R. E. Noe, Stella Reed, Gustav Scharf and others with dates in 1907 and 1908.
London reports Miss Jean Reid will marry Hon John Ward brother of the Earl of Dudley on June 23 in the chapel royal of St James palace. Bridesmaids include Lady Gladys Ward Lady Morvyth Ward and Miss Beatrice Mills. A wedding breakfast will be hosted at Dorchester House by the bride’s parents the American ambassador and Mrs Whiteland.
An exchange notes a professor’s offhand remark during roll call. He jokes that those present will answer present while those absent will answer no, highlighting a playful moment in a classroom.
The quote explores our longing to live beyond death as a hint that humanity may aspire to transcend mortality. It frames immortality as a driving motive shaping culture and knowledge across generations.
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