Native rights claim dominates Methodist convention
Miss Benedict I, champion of natives, declares before the Methodist convention that natives have been wronged, urging redress and recognition from church authorities.
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1908
Page
1
Ministers Form Committee to Seek Government Protection
Miss Mabel Benedict, newly arrived from Unalaska, told Seattle Methodist ministers that native Unalaska residents faced robbery and wife theft by sailors from visiting cutters and gunboats. She said Jesse Lee home teachers often stood guard with guns to protect inmates. Ministers named a committee to take the issue to the government immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Benedict
Unalaska
Jesse Lee
Train Hold Up Near Vilna Sparks Socialist Funds Theory
Thirty men believed to be Vilna Socialists halted an express train on the government railway near Vilna. They looted a safe in the express car and fetched about $100,000 in cash. Authorities think the raid aimed to raise funds for the society rather than simple robbery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vilna
Socialist Party
Daily trips on upper Yukon River
Steamers now depart Dawson daily for Waitehorse carrying 100 to 150 passengers. Many operators plan to sail this week as navigation likely lasts two weeks longer. Temperature has moderated and the river remains free of ice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
Waitehorse
Scaffold Erected for Dawson Murderer Ned Elfors
Dawson Sept 28 A scaffold rises for Ned Elfors who killed David Bergman in June and attempted to murder Emil Anderson. The hanging is set for October 6. Elfors remains calm reading his Bible and smoking cigarettes with no visible nerves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
Ned Elfors
David Bergman
Emil Anderson
Elfors
Stewart of Missouri Gets a Promotion
Joseph Stewart of Missouri is appointed second assistant postmaster general to replace James T. McCleary who resigned after being nominated for Congress from Wisconsin’s second district. Stewart previously led railway adjustments and now receives a promotion in the Post Office Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Joseph Stewart
Missouri
James T. McCleary
Congress
Wisconsin
Green Bay
McCleary
Stewart
Vilna Train Held Up by Russian Mob
A government train of thirty men was stopped and robbed by a Russian mob in Vilna. The incident disrupted transport and raised security concerns amid rising tensions in the region. Police launched an investigation and sought to identify suspects involved in the derailment and theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vilna
Free for All Fight Ends Lax Mix in New Westminster Vancouver
A chaotic finish saw New Westminster and Vancouver lacrosse teams clash in a free for all. No injuries or official suspensions reported as players dispersed after the melee.
Trainer Dispute Clouds Vancouver Race Scene
A heated argument erupted between Captain Gifford of New Westminster and trainer Green of Vancouver Nego. The trainer defended Green as tensions rose during the dispute.
Riot Ends Vancouver New Westminster Lacrosse Championship
A Canadian lacrosse match between Vancouver and New Westminster erupted into a free for all. Captain Gifford and Vernon Green clashed, Green hid in a dressing room, and trainer Henry Paris drew a gun at the door to prevent an entrance. The incident spurred anti Negro fury and alarms across British Columbia, threatening amateur lacrosse for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gifford
New Westminster
Vernon Green
Vancouver
Green
Henry Paris
British Columbia
Quiet wedding at Presbyterian Church unites Hal Bailey and Annie Adams
Hal Bailey a well known old timer and Miss Annie Adams formerly of San Francisco were quietly married last evening at the Presbyterian parsonage by Rev Condit. The wedding supper was given at Mrs Woodward's home. The couple became engaged ten years ago on the outside and Miss Adams had just arrived from San Francisco making the romance timely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hal Bailey
Annie Adams
San Francisco
Presbyterian Parsonage
Condit
Woodward
Miss Adams
Roosevelt Responds to Kell Accusation as Bryan Debates
Lacking full context, the fragment indicates Theodore Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan in contention over accusations tied to Kell. The wording suggests a political clash with public figures addressing charges and replies to the president.
Bryan Defends Actions in Speech on Haskell and Trusts
In Milwaukee Bryan counters Roosevelt on Haskell’s ties to Standard Oil. He accuses the president of improper use of office to aid a candidate and attacks party insincerity toward trusts, while praising Republicans seeking anti trust reform though conceding their minority status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haskell
Standard Oil Company
Bryan
House of Representatives
Senate
Photographers Visit Valdez Road For Commission Report
H. M. Henning and W. M. Wise returned from a several day trip on the Valdez road reaching a point about forty miles from Fairbanks. They examined sites and took views to include with the road commissioner report to the department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Henning
W. M. Wise
Valdez
Fairbanks
Tanana Club Moves To New Quarters In Fairbanks
The Tanana clubs prepares to move into its new rooms in the Fairbanks block within three days and aims to be fully settled by October 4. Interior work features wholesome reds and greens, with finishers, carpet layers, plumbers and painters still completing the space. The club anticipates a cheerful winter season in its upgraded home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tanana Club
Fairbanks
John Thomas Confesses Wife Murder In Self Defense Claim
John Thomas admits killing his wife claiming she drew a gun on him and he shot in self defense. The confession centers on a domestic dispute and alleges immediate danger prior to the shooting.
Man Confesses to Wife Murder After Body Exhumation in Washington
James Thomas, arrested on a murder charge in Bellingham Washington, admits the killing claiming self-defense after his wife allegedly drew a gun. The decomposed body was unearthed in an orchard and wrapped in a blanket from the house. Thomas refused to identify the remains at the morgue before his confession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellingham
Wash
James Thomas
Thomas
Alaska Yukon Boundary Reported on Location
Boundary news places the Alaska Yukon line at the head of White River and notes the position is now well established with clear markers and official measurements guiding the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska-Yukon
White River
Copper mine borders split by Alaska Yukon line reach
G C Bald win and A J Brabazon arrive from White river with first definite permanent location of the Alaska Yukon boundary on the 141st meridian. They report most White river copper claims lie on the Canadian side though several promising sites and major firms like the Guggenheims have inspected properties on the American side. Boundary line lies a few miles south of White river and will be extended to the Alaska Alps next year. Monuments mark the line with bronze pillars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
G. ¢. Baldwin
A. J. Brabazon
International Boundary Survey
White River
Alaska
Yukon Territory
White River District
Guggenheims
Alaskan Alps
Brabazon
Baldwin
Administrator Named for Tompkins Estate
Frank E. Barbour was yesterday appointed administrator of the estate of Robert W. Tompkins who was buried last Friday afternoon. The estate is valued at about 3 000 dollars with bonds of double that amount filed, W. H. Parsons acting as bondsman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank E. Barbour
Robert W. Tompkins
W. H. Parsons
Bryan Is Soured by President's Reply
A discord over policy provokes sharp reaction as supporters and critics clash after the president's response. Tensions flare with party lines drawn and public sentiment heated by the exchange.
Deeds More Than Words in Trusts Debate
The piece argues Democrats filed four anti trust cases under the prior administration and won two. One government victory was ruled by Judge Taft. It contrasts Taft’s stance with Bryan Haskell and Mack’s pressure, accusing Democrats of promises to special interests while asserting the Republican candidate Taft has broad support among workers and business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Haskell
Mack
Taft
Harmonie Society Ball Draws Large Crowd in Town
The Harmonie society ball last Saturday drew about 150 couples to Gordon's rink with Durand's orchestra delivering lively music. The crowd packed the new floor until after 3 am and enjoyed a popular beer bower and lemonade for ladies. Society president Henry Roden, secretary George Wise, and treasurer Martin Sickinger lead plans for more winter entertainments in 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durand
Gordon
Harmonie Society
Henry Roden
George Wise
Martin Sickinger
White Seal Nearing Fairbanks Reported Progress
The White Seal passed Minto at 3 o clock yesterday afternoon and should reach Fairbanks by noon today. She is expected to leave for downstream around 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minto
Fairbanks
Bark Peters Brings Salmon Cargo To Seattle
Bark Peters endures foul weather while arriving at Seattle Prom Uyak Bay with a cargo of salmon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prom Uyak Bay
Desperate Sea Voyage Saved by Oil Prolonged voyage tells of Peters crew reliance on oil
The Bark Peters arrived in Seattle after 21 days at sea from Orca Prince William Sound. A salmon cargo from Ayak Bay Kodiak island accompanied a harrowing voyage where storms battered the ship and crew, who credit lasting luck and frequent oil use for surviving the waves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Peters
Ayak Bay
Kodiak Island
Orca
Prince William Sound
Rain Ends Drought in the Eastern States
Heavy seasonal rains stretch across the eastern states ending long drought conditions. Officials report improved water reserves and farmers anticipate healthier crops as rainfall brings relief to multiple counties and municipalities.
Driest of Twenty Years Ends as Rain Falls in Midwest
Heavy showers swept Wisconsin to the Atlantic yesterday, breaking a drought not seen in twenty years. Forecast calls for more rain today, easing fire danger across Michigan and Wisconsin. Agricultural records tallying fire losses will likely exceed expectations, with large impacts on lumber firms and wealthy magnates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Wisconsin
Atlantic Ocean
Michigan
Department of Agriculture
Martha Clow Reemerges as Hot Springs Carrier on River Run
The Martha Clow, now known as the Hot Springs boat, sails regular trips to Hot Springs if the season lasts. Returning from that port she loaded lumber and will haul boilers next, despite a low slough water forcing discharging at Noble's Landing about 11 miles upriver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha
Hot Springs
Noble's Landing
Clerks Office Files Three Cases Saturday and One More
Three cases were filed in the clerk's office last Saturday and one yesterday but no attachments were served by close of office hours. Names of interested parties could not be ascertained.
Trunk Line Takes Over Rail Way and Yukon Steamboats
A trunk line consolidates control over railroad and river transport on the Yukon, signaling a major shift in regional transit. The merger expands operations across rail and steamship routes, unifying two historic carriers under a single management.
Canadian Pacific to acquire White Pass route and absorb Chicago Great Western
Vancouver B C Sept 24 Word reaches Vancouver that the White Pass Yukon route will be taken over by Canadian Pacific and merged into its system. The plan aims to counter Grand Trunk Pacific expansion and to purchase Chicago Great Western to blunt southern Canadian railway competition. Whyte of CP inspected the White Pass line this summer in preparation for the purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Pacific
Grand Trunk Pacifi Railway
Hill Railway
Canada
Chicago Great Western Railway
Chicago
Kansas City
White Pass
Whyte
Canadian Pacific Railway
Winnipeg
Survivors From Star of Bengal Reach Seattle After Wreck
The Humboldt arrived from Skagway with Captain Wagner and survivors of the Star of Bengal wrecked on Coronation Island with heavy loss of life. Captain Warner proceeds to San Francisco following a marine commission summons at headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Humboldt
Skagway
Wagner
Star of Bengal
Coronation Island
Fort Wrangell
Warner
San Francisco
The
Marine Commission
Olympia and Mackinaw Sail for Nome Natives
Seattle brief reports steamers Olympia and Mackinaw departed for Nome this morning carrying passengers and cargo. The voyage signals the start of the northern run from Seattle on September 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Olympia
Mackinaw
Nome
Question of Number of People in Town
A Fairbanks resident claims the town has more people this fall than any prior fall since its founding. Real estate agent Ron Crawford says it is early to judge population size but notes rising housing demand and net in-migration this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairbanks
Ron Crawford
Crawford @ James
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Government
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Government of
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Times Special Service
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Seri
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Ing To Lynch
Presbyterian Church
Roosevelt
Trum Bryan
Kell
Milwaukee
Wis
Valdez Way
John Thomas
Tompkins Estate
Bryan IS
Times
the Harmonie Society
Bark Peters
TIRE
NOR
Thern
Terday
Wiscon
Pires
Martha Clow
Yukon
Chicago Great Western
Whitehorse
Steam
Gawner
Tnto Port
North
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