Iditarod Pioneer Publishes Saturday Parod in Alaska
A historical notice announces a Saturday edition in Parod, Alaska, highlighting the 35th issue of the paper and noting its departure from usual publication days.
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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1911
Page
8
A historical notice announces a Saturday edition in Parod, Alaska, highlighting the 35th issue of the paper and noting its departure from usual publication days.
A historical critique of Alaska liquor law post passage, arguing the new policy drives honest drinkers to blind pigs. It notes licensing bias where deputies reside, and claims officials neglect ordinary workers’ rights, pushing people toward illegal outlets.
Debate over appointing an assessor shows councilors divided on qualifications and pay. Some favor 10 dollars per day, others 15, arguing a better rate speeds work. A lump sum offer is proposed as a compromise.
The Fairbanks city council may buy the land of the new city hall if terms satisfy. Current lease costs 40 per month for two more years, or outright purchase at 1000 dollars. An option to buy at today’s price within eight months is being negotiated.
The Pioneer argues that trusted liquor access under responsible supervision could reduce illegal drinking. It contends that allowing a well-regulated saloon at Otter Creek would improve morals and undermine the blind pig trade more effectively than prolonged law enforcement.
District Attorney Crossley issues a solemn warning to Iditarod city officials about rampant gambling. He vows federal action unless the chief of police and officials suppress the vice, threatening enforcement and a strong crackdown.
The Iditarod mayor, Frank Miller, tendered his resignation on Wednesday night but the council refused to consider it. The resignation was placed on file and will be acted upon only in dire necessity due to his business and family ties in Fairbanks.
They guarantee freight delivery from Dikeman within three days after receiving expense bill at any stage of water. If you want clothing cleaned or pressed, ring up the tailor by phone 68.
Public notice that by writ of execution issued from the U S District Court Fourth Division Alaska a judgment in favor of Charles L Kemp and George Taylor against Abe Wallace leads to the sale of real estate in Iditarod Alaska. The one story frame building on lots 11 and adjacent street land will be sold at public vendue for cash on September 16 1911 at 10 30 o clock A M at the Marshal's office front door Iditarod Alaska. HK Lov Marshal Fourth Division Alaska John J Donovan Deputy U S Marshal Attorney:
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