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Iditarod Pioneer

Location

Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1913

Page

2

Christmas Spirit Across Faiths Embraces World

The season is celebrated around the world with religious services and acts of goodwill. People of all creeds honor Jesus of Nazareth and share kindness, joy, and hope for a better world. Children receive cherished memories as the season echoes with tenderness and the promise of peace. The Pioneer wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Peace Jesus of Nazareth Childr Kingdom of Heaven

Shortest Day Confusion Among Authorities

The article contrasts claims on the yearly shortest day by Atlas and Webster type references. It cites June 21 22 and December 21 22 as possible dates, notes errors from miscalculations, and explains solstice definitions. It shows Standard Encyclopedia using about 21 December, while others vary and caution that exact dates require astronomical tables.

Mvaia Emecnl Asan Encyclopaedic Dictionary Webster's International Dictionary American Encyclopedia Johnson's Encyclopaedia Webster

Shortest Day Reflections and Tax Facts Across Years

The article recalls the shortest day observations and calendar changes projecting into 4099, mentions leap year adjustments, and notes historical events from 1775 through 1913 including embargoes, annexations, Sherman’s march, and the 1914 income tax thresholds. It also covers a community gathering by the A B smoker and local Christmas offerings at the Post Office candy store and local egg sales.

Testimonial to General Distin in Alaska fund drive

A December 15 1918 letter from Flat City to editor of the Pioneer outlines a loving cup tribute for retiring Alaska official General William L Distin. The plan names Charles Estmere as sponsor and lists donors and bank deposits, with Juneau as the organizing hub and Miners and Merchants Bank handling funds. Distin’s long service across Alaska is described and a future trip home to Illinois noted.

Titarod Alaska Inelose General Distin Loving Cup Fund Murdock Mr. Murdock Iditarod Wiliam L. Distin Territory of Abeka General Distia Will Gooticu Alysubus San Fran Larry B.D. Stewart Loving Con Juneau Arbuckle Grant Murdock Charles Fetmere Miners and Merchants Bank of Killered Duin Loving Merchants Bank Publc Kinely Faye Charles Estmere Will Slaska William McKinley United States Senate McKinley Aloka Roosevelt Senate Evevelt Fin Presi Taft Thoritory Aska General Distin Ilentifio Alok Terry Distin Illinois Union Antorcavile Ulaois Ilinois Ation Maska Diotit Gener Uliavis

Smoxer Fun Night At Local Brotherhood Festivities

A crowded gathering of about 63 members and visitors attended a bitterly cold but lively event hosted by Litarod s Brotherhood. Alfred Boas Thomas L Thurs no and Frank Gularte led a committee that organized entertainment from gymnastic stunts to boxing and chess style contests.

Litarod ¢S Brotherhood Alfred Boas Thomas L. Thurs No Frank Gularte Saunders Elevers Oral Bois Ron Peterson Dick Button Peterson Ramos Earl Byers Joe Kerman Victor Wolfe Ronald Frost Ned Maltby Sam Bayles Jrast A.B Bayles

For Sale Birch and Spruce Cord Wood

Birch and spruce wood available sold at 10 dollars per cord delivered. The ad mentions blanks for bill of sale and transfer of value, with references to local names and offices.

Or Greer Sprace Dan Hart Omer Lddarod Bhittks Toby Anstey Idinirod Harry, Bonnelley Otter Dra

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