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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1913
Page
5
Mexican congress nullified the recent election and ordered a new vote for July. In Tampico a bloody clash left about 1,000 killed or wounded as rebels attacked fortified federal lines. Villa and his forces now occupy Chihuahua after federal forces evacuated. Wells Fargo loaned Huerta $800000.
London December 12 The Ulster situation grows acute as Prime Minister Asquith orders confiscation of Orange societies arms and ammunition. Wholesale sedition arrests expected. Orange groups oppose home rule and threaten armed rebellion if the bill becomes law after Lords’ rejection. News follows months of militarization and insurrection talk.
Washington reports the house committee, after months of hearings and sensational testimony involving members of congress and officers of the American Merchants and Manufacturers' Association, substantiates President Wilson's charges that a persistent lobby exerts undue influence on legislation and presents the mass of evidence.
Ruby Record Citizen reports the Thanksgiving Eve masque ball at the Pavilion attended by Ruby and family. Ed Kelly and Harry Kinnell managed a successful event with fine costumes, prizewinners including Mrs. Dena Ache son and Judge Widman, waltz honors to Miss Beasie Kelly and Oscar Lundine, and a notable German band presence. The evening’s makeup and character acting by the small German band added life, making the affair a grand success.
Rev. Dr. Stanley White, secretary of the Presbyterian board of foreign missions, reported to the Morris and Orange Presbytery that Chinese are wearing garters on the outside of their trousers, adopting American styles with a Chinese twist. He noted widespread use of American sewing machines and other labor-saving devices in China and growing adoption of American clothing.
Chicago December 12 Montgomery Ward head of Montgomery Ward Co died in Chicago of pneumonia. A Montgomery Ward born 1844 Chatham New Jersey was descendant of Captain Israel Montgomery who served in the American Revolution. He founded the mail order firm in 1872 and led it as president. He was self educated and self made.
Washington Dec 12 Senator Borsh of Ilaho told delegates at an 8 convention that securing a constitutional amendment for nationwide prohibition is certain though he did not name a date. He declined to hazard a prophecy on when prohibition would be achieved.
Wireless report from Houston dated December 12 notes 165 people drowned in last week's central Texas floods with property losses estimated at 37 million dollars. Water levels are dropping and refugees are being cared for.
Washington dispatch reports President Wilson is confined to his bed with a severe cold. The illness is not regarded as serious and no apprehension is felt.
Seattle officials on December 12 announced the 1914 Potlatch will be canceled and replaced by a grand watch carnival in 1915 to celebrate the completion of the Lake Washington canal. Gallen Pat ch committee endorses the plan, aiming for a prominent community event.
Territorial governor reports inquiries for James Scofield once of Jefferson Ohio last heard five or six years ago near Peavey Fairbanks Nome Tanana Circle City he is six feet four slender with dark brown hair relatives seek news Bayard Taylor formerly of Winters California vanished June 14 1912 last seen at Ferry Building age 25 he is six feet two inches 210 pounds blue eyes light brown hair walks with free swing has a mole on cheek and a stiff little finger mother anxious for news from Alaska
Denver reports a severe three day blizzard across Colorado halting railroad traffic and causing heavy losses for stockmen. Weather is moderating but conditions disrupted travel and commerce last Saturday through Monday.
Sylvia Pankhurst arrested on arrival under the eat and mouse rule. The hunger strike leader released in jail. Emmeline Pankhurst arrives from the United States and departs for Paris as officials express satisfaction at her departure.
Chicago reports Packey McFarland the prizefighter has entered the race for state legislature and is popular in the Rockyards district with expected election strength. Milwaukee notes a ten round decision for McFarland over Jimmy Britt. San Francisco records a rain postponement of Ritchie versus Murphy and Carpentier stopping Bombardier Wes in the first round.
The Alaska cable system resumes regular rates and message traffic to all points from Cordova to Sitka after a shutdown. The cable ship Burnside is listed at sea with repairs ongoing since December 2, with the vessel expected to finish by tomorrow.
A new Sourdough Club joins UW social life with 35 Alaskan students. The aim is to provide a northern style social rendezvous and the group is expected to become a popular addition to campus activities.
New York December 12 The New York New Haven Hartford railroad suspends dividend payments for the first time in 40 years due to financial distress from mismanagement and recent wrecks. The line faces public criticism and investor concern amid Wall Street pressures.
Welinston Dec 11 The House today adopted the Packett bill to compel the naval militia into service under wartime regulations.
Washington Dec 11 President Wilson speaking to a parade of women suffragists said he will not send a special message to Congress urging passage of a bill granting women the franchise.
Harry Thaw's counsel seeks release on bail as a state court directs that the federal court decide Thaw's sanity question. The decision centers on which court has jurisdiction over the mental competency issue.
Seattle on December 12 reports a deal where Frank C Man ley and associates bought the James brothers Chisana claims for about 500000 dollars. The purchase underscores ongoing mining activity and regional investment in high value properties. The agreement involves a substantial sum and reflects confidence in the Chisana region.
London dec 12 Francis Sayre and bride Jessie Wilson arrived today as guests of Ann Walter Hines Page and Mrs.
Charley Ray arrived in town late last night with a large mail shipment weighing 132 pounds of first class matter. He left Nulato on December 7 and faced heavy trail sections while making a swift trip. Captain Jack Worth piloted the mail from Dikeman.
The Arctic Brotherhood reports progress on its New Year’s Eve grand mask ball. A comic supplement mask ball concept draws public interest with plans for entertaining costumes and lively revelry as the old year ends and the new year begins.
John D. Shoop, a renowned Illinois educator, has been selected to lead the Chicago public schools as superintendent. The decision, announced on December 11, reflects Shoop's recognized expertise and long career in education.
Iditarod Kennel Club will meet at the Telephone office this Saturday at 8 pm to finalize plans for the annual sweepstakes race on January 1, 1914. All members are urged to attend. The article notes Hamburg houses one of the world’s largest church organs, a 13173 pipe electrical instrument with pipes up to 37 feet long.
Fairbanks reports the death of Herman Barthel, a longtime resident since 1905, from a stroke. He founded the Fairbanks Brewing and Malting Company, a major northern brewery, after arriving from Skagway. Barthel, a widely connected local, had recently visited the camp and shipped a large consignment of his brewery’s product.
The Alaska railroad bill, reported to the House by Chairman Houston of the territories committee, is now on the calendar as unfinished business and will come up for daily discussion until disposed of, even as the currency bill advances. The currency bill remains before the House and is expected to pass before the holidays.
Washington dispatch reports the President has seriously considered government ownership of telegraph and telephone lines and is expected to transmit a message to Congress on the subject soon.
A letter from Diskaket reports the Poorman district in the Innoko area shows strong potential with pay for several iles and ongoing cabin building. Cripple camp and Colorado Creek work earn solid prospects as miners take dumps and prepare for activity near Cripple City and Folger Creek tributaries.
William M. Elliott known as Billy the Horse and a premier miner in the Nelchina district writes two letters to J. C. Colman describing a promising placer field. He reports surface gold on multiple rocks, staking claims above Sleigh gulch and Chickamew creek, a 660 foot wide pay streak on No. 5, coarse gold from a penny to ten cents, and predicts a big camp as formations are mainly porphyry. Hildreth and Vick of Seward are noted as present.
Charley Denton custodian of the cold storage barge Trinder in winter quarters at Halfway roadhouse reached town Wednesday. Ed M. Rusk active in Moore creek mining with Joe Smith returned home last Monday. Smith travels to Takota on the Kuskokwim river for business and may arrive later this week. Local residents Dave Strawberg Jim Finnegan Tom Killen Sollibakke Joe Honda and others are listed visiting or prospecting in the region with varied travel plans and remarks on trail conditions.
NAT LYONS writes from New York under date October 16 to The Pioneer. The globe trotter and former staffer says he can no longer rest in London and has crossed the pond to Gotham. He plans to don his mushing clothes in spring if reports are encouraging. Crowley & Porter Location Notices at Pioneer vive.
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