Alaska railroad bill delayed until next Wednesday vote
In Congress the Alaska railroad bill faced friendly amendments and was set over for further consideration on February 18. President Wilson hosted a large congressional reception with an estimated 3,000 attendees. lawmakers examined Alaska coal lands lease proposals and future toll exemptions on Panama canal routes drew comment. Lincoln's Birthday was observed with public buildings closed and memorial services across churches.
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Attempted assassination of Lt. Arthur Cook in Vera Cruz
In Vera Cruz on February 13, Arthur Cook, flag lieutenant of the battleship Connecticut, was fired upon from ambush while walking with his wife and daughter. He was only slightly injured. He and his party escaped with the help of confederates as authorities tighten security around the area.
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Alaska seeks funds for San Francisco exhibit
In Juneau on February 13 Governor Poe urged all Alaskans and business groups to back a special appropriation of 250 000 to finance a creditable Alaska exhibit at the San Francisco exposition next year. Congress previously allocated little for Alaska, jeopardizing the territory’s presence.
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Smallpox Scourge Strikes Hankow Amid Quarantine
Wireless from Hankow reports a severe smallpox outbreak with many deaths. A large section of the city is under quarantine and authorities believe the situation is now under fairly good control.
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China
England's Monarch Speaks His Little Piece
London reports King George addressed the throne and opened parliament amid regret over Ulster troubles sparked by the Irish home rule bill. He urged calm as opposition and discontent surfaced in the week.
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Alaska Pioneer Miner Dies in Seattle City
John Highes, a well known Alaska miner, died in Seattle last Monday. The colony of Northerners newly arrived in the city was affected by the death.
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Billy Porter Crosses Over In 1912 Mystery
Word arrived in the city that William H. Porter died at Morningside asylum. Porter, a resident of Rampary and Fair, was adjudged insane earlier in 1912 and taken from the same year. he had lived in this town during the winter of 1910.
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Handicap Dog Race Set For Next Week At Local Track
The annual handicap dog race is scheduled for next Saturday on the usual course from Flat Cry to finish, with a purse of 1 and three prizes. The club governs the event and will appoint the officials at a meeting tonight at the telephone office. Local mail deliveries were disrupted by heavy snow and shipwreck incidents, delaying consignments including 300 pounds of mail due from the Yukon.
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Timaster Thurston
Yukon
Congress Panels Hearings On Miner Discontent In Midwest
Wireless report notes congressional committees probing coal miner dissatisfaction in Trinidad Colorado and Calumet Michigan with sessions scheduled in multiple Colorado cities. In Minnesota cold, three deaths from exposure reported amid severe winter weather.
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Riots in Tokyo Driven by Navy Graft Scandal
Wireless dispatch from Tokio reports violent disorder as anger over a graft scandal broadens. Mobs chase parliament members through streets amid political crisis. riots surge as public fury targets officials connected to alleged navy department thefts. The unrest mirrors deep mistrust in government amid graft revelations.
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Titanic disaster ruled due to negligence by White Star Line
London February 12 The court decision in the case against the White Star Line over the Titanic sinking on April 14 1912 finds the tragedy caused by negligence of company officers prompting further litigation.
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Archie Mitchell Enjoys Leisures of City Life
Archie Mitchell, a former miner who recently arrived in the city after traveling north, is enjoying time with old friends. He was taken for his first automobile ride yesterday by Mr. and Mrs. George F. Silzo, wintering on Puget Sound.
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Chisuna
Army Aviator Henry Post Dies In San Diego Crash
lieutenant Henry Post of the United States Army aviation corps was killed in San Diego while piloting an aircraft that spun out of control. The crash occurred during a flight, ending a promising career for the air service officer.
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Ex Champion Wolgast to Meet Ritchie in 20 Round Title Shot
Reports from San Francisco and Los Angeles confirm Willie Ritchie will defend against former champion Ad Wel and Sailor Pet in a 20 round match next month. The Vernon arena crowd witnessed Jimmy Crabb defeat Sailor Pet in Concord as a related boxing note.
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Sweden's Cabinet Resigns Under Public Pressure
Stockholm report indicates the Swedish cabinet faced strong public demands for better border defense and facilities. The upheaval followed widespread clamor from citizens urging government action this week.
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Garfield to Run for Ohio Governor in 1880
Lima dispatch reports former interior secretary James A Garfield entering the Ohio governor race. The entry marks Garfield as a potential Republican candidate while party leaders weigh his prospects and the anticipated campaign tactics.
Earthquake Felt in New York and Nearby Jetties
New York City experienced a severe earthquake tremor on February 12, reported to have been felt across the city and at several jetties along the coast, indicating widespread seismic activity in the area.
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Mournful death of Mrs. Alta Auten in Iditarod area
The community mourns Mrs. Alta Auten wife of George M Auten of Iditarod district. She died of heart failure shortly before 10 o clock Thursday night February 12 at the Ek lodging house where she had lived recently. Her funeral will be held Sunday at A B hall and interment is planned for Iditarod cemetery. She leaves husband and a son Lawrence aged nearly 19 in Seattle business college.
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Temperature table from Budweiser corner readings
Readings taken daily at the Budweiser corner of First and Richmond. Entries list weather conditions and times along with a note on February readings. The page ends with a claim about average yearly egg consumption by French English and Italian people.
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Richmond
Senate Moves to Open Alaska Coal Lands to Homesteads
The Senate passed a bill to open withdrawn Alaska coal lands to homestead entry while reserving titles to the coal for the national government. Secretary Redfield urged passage of the Alaska railway bill before a large audience of lawmakers. Groundbreaking for a Lincoln memorial monument marked the 105th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth.
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Abraham Lincoln
Oklahoma's Blind Senator Faces Slander Suit
Mrs. Minnie Bond sues United States Senator Thomas F. Gore in Oklahoma City district court claiming defamation of character and attempted assault in March 1912. Gore's defense alleges political enemies seek to drive him from office through blackmail. strong legal teams on both sides.
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Minnie Bond
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Thomas F. Gore
Oklahoma
Hans Schmidt Sentenced to Sing Sing Electrocuted in March
New York Feb 12 Hans Schmidt the former priest convicted of murdering Anna Aumuller was sentenced to die by electric chair at Sing Sing during the week of March 23 Insanity runs in his family with several relatives committing suicide or drowning and neighbors once called him the little chaplain a German schoolmate testified he had been infirm-minded for 12 years.
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Progressive party plans Roosevelt for New York governor
The New York state Progressive committee after a two day conference announced a full ticket for state offices this fall. Colonel Roosevelt is being urged by the committee for the governorship.
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Taft Sees Socialism as Main Political Issue
Ex-President Taft argues in the Saturday Evening Post that socialism is the central and most vital political issue facing the United States, stating the Republican party remains alert to this fact in the current national scene.
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Masquerade Ball at Flat Next Saturday Evening
Arrangements for Washington birthday ball and banquet progress with many guests expected. Display of costly presents in Sule's show window and at a Flat City drug store. hall event offers prizes for character makeups and transportation aid for distant guests.
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