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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1912
Page
5
Washington reports by a joint resolution Congress fixes the inauguration date ceremony for the last Thursday in April to avoid March weather. Taft era blizzard dangers cited. Vice President elect Marshall says date choice no concern to him.
Washington December 6 President Tafts second message to Congress covers a wide field addressing the fiscal situation judiciary and military affairs with several proposals He urges promotion for Col George Goethals builder of the Panama canal advocates a new currency system and the immediate appointment of a monetary commission He opposes Philippine statehood and says Filipinos are not yet ready Democrats plan to oppose Taft appointments except minor ones led by Oscar Underwood who says tariffs will be revised from agate to zinc.
Spokane records report the American Mining Congress closing with shocking orgies at the Old-Time Mining Camp near the city. Gambling ran all night while men and women danced, cross-dressed women were auctioned, and many other repugnant displays drew indignation from local residents. An investigation is expected to fix responsibility.
Calgary hosts an elimination tournament opening December 10 with Jim Flynn facing Tommy McCarthy. Tommy Burns is offered 25000 dollars to fight the winner. Paris reports Billy Papke defeated George Bernard in seven rounds as Bernard failed to respond.
The last Tuesday Camp Flat No. 26 A. B. hosted a smoker that drew good attendance. Songs and stories entertained while athletic events entertained the crowd. The highlight was a wrestling match in which Lawrence Thornton defeated Red Crause. Red Labelle chaired the sports committee.
In Valdez on December 6 the demurrers in the Barnette and Barbour cases were overruled and jury selection has begun. Fresh Olympia Oysters for cocktails. Iditarod Meat Co. Fresh grayling and whitefish. Crowley and Porter.
A report in Flat City claimed Frank B. Stanley planned to close his restaurant. He states he has no intention of going out of business and will keep the restaurant open day and night throughout the winter. Stanley notes his eatery was a pioneer in 1910 and will be the last to leave the camp.
Mrs M Bullions of Ruarangi Man gapai Auckland New Zealand asks help locating her son Henry Bullions believed to be in the Iditarod He left Dawson years ago for Alaska and has not been heard from since Any information should be reported to Mrs Bullions who longs to hear from her son Also note a local notice about drug sundries now available at the Postoffice Candy Store
Fairbanks December 6 L. L. James is en route to Washington to urge his candidacy for director of Alaska exhibits at the Panama Pacific exposition in 1915.
Ketchikan reports John R. Beegle, who has held the deputy collector of customs post since 1898, tendered his resignation. No successor named yet.
Yesterday morning terms of a fourteen day armistice were agreed between Turkish troops and allied Bulgarians Montenegrins Greeks and Servians. An official announcement states a peace conference will be held in London on December 13 with Bulgaria Montenegro and Servia sending emissaries to discuss terms.
Washington December 6 The supreme court ruled the proposed merger of Southern Pacific and Union Pacific railways illegal and unable to proceed The deal was nearly complete Carried out with final steps blocked by the ruling
Fairbanks reports M. C. Duke, a Chatanika barber and one of the North’s old-time residents, collapsed and died of heart failure yesterday while shaving a customer. The incident occurred in the northern Alaska mining region, leaving local residents in shock.
Yokio Japan December 6 Count Terauchi resident general of Korea has been appointed premier of Japan.
Ralph Warburton hauled 1500 pounds of provisions to the Ditna country yesterday for winter prospecting. The consignments were largely shipped by Ed Donnelly, Sterling Dark and others, ensuring meals and essentials for the remote camp.
Fairbanks reports Pete Anderson a Circle miner laid on Mastodon creek in Circle district last summer and hydraulicked. He worked 30 days and netted $1000 daily. His crew included a night shift of four and a day shift of five men.
Jujuie Wada, famed Japanese musher, returns from the Outside to Discovery and Iditarod, arriving Thursday noon after leaving Seward November 9 with three dog teams and two Japanese helpers. He faced a brutal journey with heavy rain, snowstorms, open streams, and rough trails from Seward to Crow Creek pass, noting minus pumps, snowshoe travel, and mostly good roadhouse accommodations along the route.
Jujiio Wada intends to depart for Bear Creek at once to establish a camp and begin prospecting with several men hired on wages. Jobo F. Baird, a business partner in the Bear Creek venture, will visit the district. Hater.
Senator Freeding and Representatives Aldrich Kennedy and Gaffney depart Nome on January 5 for Juneau. They plan ample travel time to reach the capital before the first week in March.
Chicago December 6 Theodore Roosevelt and other Progressive party leaders will convene Monday for a conference to discuss plans for the 1916 campaign.
Chicago December 6 Jack Johnson yesterday wed Lucille Cameron the 18 year old white girl he was accused of kidnapping and detaining The girl's mother had placed her in an asylum to stop the marriage but a court order freed her Johnson remains out on bonds charged with white slavery involving Cameron and other women in his employ in connection with the case
Valdez December 5 court proceedings in bank cases featured hearings on dismissals and demurrers. Indictments against Falcon Joslin and E. L. Webster have been dismissed.
Washington reports that the annual statement by Attorney General George W. Wickersham commends the Sherman antitrust law for fulfilling its goals and functioning effectively.
Washington reports Walter Francis Frear has been reappointed governor of the Hawaii territory. He had faced delays after charges of abuse of power, which the Interior Secretary found unfounded after a Honolulu visit. Confirmation followed the investigation.
Mrs. V Thurston, proprietor, announces limited stock of home made fresh candies for Christmas. Orders should be placed immediately to ensure surplus stock, as only a limited amount will be produced.
Fresh cabbage carrots and turnips are listed alongside cocktails at the House of Quality, with Iditarod Meat Co mentioned among vendors. The brief item suggests a market or event featuring produce, beverages, and meat supplier presence.
Washington December 6 The Senate confirmed Alaska posts and agents including Ward Bower as United States agent in charge of the Alaska salmon fisheries John E Worden of Wrangell reappointed postmaster and Dr Daniel W Figgins reappointed postmaster at Ketaukian
In his annual report to Congress Franklin McVeagh calls for currency system reform and the abolition of all assay offices except New York. The move would centralize gold in New York and strengthen Wall Street dominance, aligning with Aldrich’s central bank vision.
Camp Iditated No 27 A B announces a big smoking concert for Monday December 16 to honor several new members initiated into the order. An active officer body this winter is praised and urged strong member support. The event promises notable talent that should amaze visitors.
The following temperatures for the week ending noon Saturday December 7 are from observations at the Budweiser observatory located at the corner of Second and Richmond.
Wada met many Alaskans outside including A. B. Ferguson in San Francisco and Isadore Goldstein in Seattle. Dr. G C D Carter may settle in Seattle while Hans Olson invested in Eastern Oregon irrigation. Wada plans Juneau expansion as Empire issues circulate and a roadhouse thief steals copies.
Under Camp Iditarod No. 27 A B entertain ment committee a grand Christmas tree and dance will be held at A B hall Iditarod on December 24. The tree will display toys and gifts for children and may include presents for adults. An entertainment program by school children and district talent will precede an informal dance with Mayor J D Barnes as committee chair.
A plan to establish a debating society under the A B.s auspices promises a lively contest soon. Both sides prepare briefs while keeping their opponent and the subject confidential. The public will be notified and invited once readiness is achieved.
A meeting of the Iditarod Kennel Club will be held this evening Saturday December 7 at 8 o clock. Important business will be discussed and all members and others interested in dog racing are invited to attend. By the president White meat grouse and ptarmigan.
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