Prospecting on Eva Gulch Payst Claim Prospects
Lawrence Ratous and Charles F. Gerhart report promising prospects on the Payst claim at Eva Gulch near Otter Creek. They drilled 43 feet but were drowned out by water. a second hole was sunk but water blocked progress toward Ramus. They theorize an old Flat channel may carry a paystreak and plan to continue hopeful exploration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Ratous
Charles F. Gerhart
Payst
Eva Gulch
Flat
Ramus
Gerhart
Rich as Glengulch: Claim to Get 25 HP Boiler Pump
Two men work for the outfit and prepare to install a 25 horsepower boiler pump on the claim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rich
Glengulch
Reindeer Herd Arrives For Sam Appelbaum Market
A herd of 34 reindeer arrives for Sam Appelbaum the Iditarod commission merchant. Peter Bals trekked from Unalakleet via Kaltag, two weeks on the trail. The herd was halted three miles below town and is being dressed for sale with meat sold by the side.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Appelbaum
Iditarod Commission
Peter Bals
Unalakleet
Kaltag
Appelbaum
Alaska
United States
Temperature Table At Budweiser Observatory Week Ending Noon
Temperatures for the week ending Saturday noon December 14 from Budweiser Observatory at Second and Richmond show readings for Sunday through Thursday. Midnight values include 4 on Sunday and 12 on Monday with notes of nitre spirits sale at the Postoffice Candy Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Budweiser Observatory
Corner Second
Richmond
Spirits of Nitre
Postoffice Candy Store
Great Doings Christmas Eve at A. B. hall
The Iditarod Christmas Eve gala under J D Barnes with a big toy and gift tree, seations and singing by children, music by Professor Frank Hudson, and a late dance. Decorations by a committee, stages for visitors from Discovery and Flat, and refreshments during the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Hall
Iditarod
North
J.D. Barnes
Jos. H Smith
H. H. Weir
Albert Wile
Frank Hudson
Mesdames Clifton
Claude Baker
Jos H. Smith
Miss Wolfe
Iditarod town council acts as board of equalization
This week the Iditarod town council sits as the board of equalization to adjust assessor figures. Increases totaling about 40,000 were made in private sessions. most protests resulted in reductions, with several properties rising despite protest absence. Diamonds were exempt. Major Albrecht properties added to the tax roll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iditarod Town
Alfred Boas
H. Boas
Chris Anthonieson
J. I. Sale
Mr. Anthonieson
Ira F. Wood
Paul le Plante
Nancy Bell
Jesse Rogers
J. J. Smith
Iditarod
A.B. Rome
Major Albrecht
Rubyews Wedding Anniversary and Alaska Doppelganger News
Mr and Mrs Fred Carter purchase a quarter interest in Keystone association Long Creek becoming owners of three eighths of the association. Igloo No 5 Pioneers of Alaska established in Ruby with Charley Hoxie president Seward Baglerly vice president. First big dance held at Long Ty with about 20 Ruby visitors. Commissioner Phil Gallacher reports liquor cases at Long City. Linn Pierce Nelson begin ground work at Long Creek. Brice Capewell Trail Creek fraction yields 28 70. December 4 marks the first anniversary of Mr and Mrs Jonas Brewis of Flat Creek dinner with seven courses hosted by Harry Harris. Guests listed. Chas E Miller of Iditarod unable to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Carter
Keystone Association
Long Creek
Alaska
Ruby
Charley Hoxie
Seward Baggerly
Long Ty
Phil Gallacher
Long City
Linn, Pierce & Nelson
Brice & Capewell
Trail Creek
Flat Creek
Bonanza
Tamarac Creek
Jonas Brewis
Harry Harris
Monkman
Brooks
Cahill
J. J. Rivers
Harry Johnson
John Holmes
Chas E. Miller
Iditarod
Golddust Arrives From Aniak With Bear Creek Expected
About 50 pounds of golddust was brought in by Manager W. H. Golder of the N. C. post at Kolmakofsky. The material came from the Aniak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Golder
N.C
Kolmakofsky
Aniak
Bear Creek
Dunc Council Adopts Stricter Meeting Rules
Mayor J D Barnes urged formal procedures at the Dunc council meeting and proposed stricter rules. Debates over fire protection and water supply finances dominated the session with Acheson Bayles and Smith weighing costs and safety, while a fire committee was tasked to act. Jack McDonald returned from Georgetown for dental care with Dr. Behla.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.D Barnes
Robe
Smith
Acheson
Ben Howland
Barnes
Stith
Bayles
Iditarod
Albrecht
Jack McDonald
Georgetown
Behla
Christmas Toys for the Children in Iditarod District
The article notes two Iditarod stores stocking holiday toys to delight children this season. The Northern Commercial Company showcases dolls, blocks, toys, stuffed animals, and kids’ picture books, while William Ans lay’s Richmond Street shop emphasizes mechanics toys and unique gadgets. Candy makers Hurst Bros and Mrs T L Thurston also offer festive sweets with early orders urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iditarod
William Anslay
Richmond Street
Imperial Cigar Store
T. L. Thurston
Postofice
Man Charged With Illegal Liquor Selling on Otter
Peter Michels of Discovery faces charges for selling liquor without a license. He pled not guilty before Commissioner George W. Albrecht and trial is set for Monday next, December 16, at ? o'clock. Michels released on his own recognizance as witnesses are named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Michels
Discovery
George W. Albrecht
Michels
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Wetal
the Clothier
Mamas
Redman Jeates
Simmelssey
Sams Applebaum
Chesley, Ryan & Kehoe
EVA
Yukon
Condh and Willow
Olympia
Iditarod Meat Co
Pioneer Office
Ansley’s Book Store
Board OF Equalization
A. J. Weiss
Flat City
Loeh Clothi
Hurst Bros
Ruby Ews
Golddust
Saags. Bros
Otter
Jack Baird
ED Anderson
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