26 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1913
Page
1
Pittsburg April 25 A major coal mine explosion at Finleyville yesterday killed more than 15 miners. Rescue efforts aim to recover bodies amid assurances none survived due to deadly gas.
Ortie MManigal receives a promised reward after testimony implicating the McNamaras and labor leaders in dynamiting the Times. He is set for release from custody within 30 days in recognition of his services to the state.
Chicago April 25 It is official that charges against persons accused of fraud in Alaska coal locations will not be withdrawn. Government believed Frost had undermined the case but that belief did not prevail.
Chicago on April 23 Champion Tack Jack Johnson was fined $1000 and costs for smuggling a diamond necklace into the United States.
Representative Gallagher of Illinois introduced a resolution calling for an investigation into the alleged baseball trust. The movement signals congressional scrutiny of governance and competition practices in professional baseball.
Rome reports the pope’s health is slowly improving and he is able to sit up in bed. The latest bulletin notes gradual recovery with no immediate complications and cautious optimism from Vatican doctors.
The Mutchler Bros operate the Iditarod to Summit tramway with sled transfer beyond Summit until the Flat City end clears. Service leaves Iditarod daily at 8 am with rates: Flat to Flat merchandise 2c lb, baggage 3c lb, furniture 1c lb. Discovery rates higher with 4c lb for baggage. Passenger service is suspended due to trail conditions. $3 per person charged when used. Dr W F Green, US commissioner at Takoma, takes six months leave to summer in Discovery practicing medicine. Tom Aitken arrived yesterday.
Washington reports Japan protests California land bill aimed at excluding Orientals from land ownership. The measure, tied to treaty rights, prompts fears of Asiatic colonies gaining power and potential conflict with the United States. Secretary Bryan dispatched to assist in framing alien legislation while Japan and Seattle cable systems react to the broader tensions.
MEAU April 24 Gov Clark signed Senator Roden eight hour act for quartz miners to take effect in 90 days. Laborers gain, while big corporations fought the bill. Senate killed Senator Sutherland's fish trap bill in Alaska waters amid cannery opposition. A mass meeting protests. Several bills await the governor's signature including high grading prohibition and juvenile court, vital statistics, and grubstake law.
The Belgian government grants universal suffrage and about half a million striking workers return to their jobs in Brussels. The concession ends a nationwide industrial action and expands voting rights.
Fire swept Manley’s Hot Springs hotel in Alaska on April 24 about 5 50 pm. The four story log structure with luxury amenities burned quickly after a faulty roof flue ignited over the dining room. Local residents saved first and second floor furnishings but the top floor was lost. the bar and back area were ruined as heat forced removal of belongings. Manley estimates losses near 100 000 with no sleep lost.
Universal satisfaction spread through the First division as Major J. F P A Strong was named Alaska governor. Senator Roden lauded the choice predicting a successful administration. Davidson named surveyor general for Alaska, succeeding Distin, with Strong expected to depart for duties after commission.
Last Wednesday Al Chapin and Vic Spaghetti arrived in Iditarod from Diskaket bringing two black bear cubs about one month old. The cubs were bought from an Indian for $3. The Indian said he found the mother in a hollow tree and shot her, then felled the tree to reach the cubs near Dissuket.
A girl is named Alice in honor of her mother and a boy will be known as Innoko, marking the infant’s given names. The report notes the naming choice reflects family tradition and cultural influences.
Dr. Charles V. D. Carter announces he has resumed dentistry in Dr. Behla’s office on Gold Street, Flat City, available for daily consultations. Non resident patients may make appointments by telephone. Also Ansley’s Book Store advertises discounted paper-back novels.
A wireless message from Nulato reports river ice breakup predicted between May 18 and May 25. Last year Tanana river breakup occurred earlier, while this year Tanana melts later. Nulato breakup typically follows Tanana by at least two weeks.
Albany April 25. The breach between Governor Sulzer and Tammany Hall widens as the governor stops speaking terms with Charles Murphy. It is believed this moves Sulzer closer to the administration. Also an Eastman Kodak complete with accessories and extra supplies listed among a cluttered ad fragment.
Scutari capitulated after desperate fighting as Montenegrin troops entered the city in triumph. The fall is seen as critical to breaking Turkish resistance. London reports indicate allied pressure on Montenegro to surrender Scutari.
Washington April 25 The Alaska railroads bill moving through committee faces opposition led by the White Pass railroad which contends government operated lines with low rates would harm private business. It argues private lines cannot compete when government rates do not aim for profit for years.
Washington reports the Roden bill creating a home for aged and indigent Alaskan prospectors prompts the federal government to convert the old marine barracks at Si into a facility. The building, vacated as navy headquarters two years ago, is deemed well suited for the purpose.
Albany reports New York states it has dropped all charges against Gen. Daniel Sickles, the civil war veteran, who faced allegations of carelessness related to funds of the state monument committee.
A party representing the United States Navy Department departed Seattle on April 25 to select suitable locations in Alaska for coal storage to be used by the Navy.
Waino Puntila was found guilty by Commissioner G V Albrecht and a 12 man jury of taking three cords of wood from Chronister and Ellingen’s Granite creek claim. He was fined $100 and costs after admitting cutting twelve cords but claiming public domain.
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