30 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1915
Page
1
Washington reports that President Wilson vetoed the immigration bill via a special message to the house, saying the literacy test would close the open door for immigrants. The veto followed committee actions and ongoing debates over immigration policy and funding.
Fragmentary report states a pioneer financier from Whatcom County was posthumously vindicated in a court decision. The case involved alleged aid in receipt of funds from the Bank of La Conner, which was later found insolvent. Furth is named in the IOC proceedings and the court reportedly aborted further action after findings of innocence.
Washington January 25 Several members of the house territorial committee will ask President Wilson to reject JP Morgan's bid to buy the Copper River railroad Alaska fearing Morgan's moves could jeopardize the $5 million appropriation needed to begin work this session.
Berlin reports the kaiser pardoned all soldiers imprisoned in the past six months and those arrested for offenses before the call to service, as a birthday gesture. The measure signals clemency toward military personnel and related defendants.
San Diego reports an explosion on a cruiser with a fatality among the casualties. An official inquiry is ordered from Washington to determine causes and responsibility.
The Hague January 27 Premier Van der Inden told parliament a call of arms may be required at any moment. Washington January 2 the Army appropriation bill carrying 101000.00 dollars passed the House with a roll call vote.
London readers report food prices have risen sharply with a 25 percent increase since the war started. The notice highlights widespread impact on households as essentials grow costlier and procurement becomes harder amid wartime conditions.
The U S Supreme Court has granted an appeal in the Leo Frantz case, who is under death sentence in Atlanta for murder. The state supreme court refused a writ of error, allowing federal review. Frantz's attorneys then pursued habeas corpus proceedings.
A Fairbanks petition signed by about 300 residents asks Delegate Wickersham to secure better police protection for Alaska. It proposes a mounted police system similar to Canada’s, funded by the government, to curb crimes in remote areas and deter adventurers. Dr William Goode will set up in Flat for two weeks to provide dental work. Mrs Minnie Lang visits Discovery for the weekend. Harry Watson left for Dikeman recently.
A running naval clash off Helgoland saw four German battle cruisers engage a British squadron. The German cruiser Blucher was sunk with 760 crew lost. British ships Lion and Meteor were badly damaged but reached port. German claims of British losses were disputed. Two hundred Blucher survivors reported German cruisers on fire after escaping mined waters. Preparations for further fighting along Ypres to Countrai and Vosges offensives were noted, with British vessels hampering German moves along the Belgian coast.
Chronicle of World War I era dispatches from January detailing Russian retreats in the Caucasus and Prussia, Austro-German maneuvers around Kiel and Belgrade, British Suez activity, Turkish advances near the Suez Canal, mutiny among southern Slavs, aerial bombardment near Belgrade, and heavy fighting across Hungary, Egypt, and Suez with multiple cities named and dates cited.
Reported actions include the Russian Black Sea squadron sinking the Turkish steamer George with aircraft aboard, Austrian cruiser strikes mine near Brioni islands, and German forces sighted off Aaland islands believed to be mining the Gulf of Bothnia. The Gazelle cruiser was torpedoed near Reguer aged by an unknown submarine and reached Sassonitz.
Paris January 23 The allies report advantages in several battlefront sections including Ypres Arras and a decisive check on German forces at Argonne The reports emphasize Allied gains and near-term momentum in ongoing exchanges with German troops.
Reports from London and Paris describe German air raids on Dunkerque and Zebrugge with casualties and damage. British and American figures are noted, while sightings over Dover precede non damaging returns. Zeppelin losses and Kaiser's birthday raid preparations are cited amid war time tension.
Secretary Redfield announced a practicably navigable channel at the Kus kokwim river mouth enabling larger ocean vessels to reach Bethel. Duke E Stubbs, US commissioner, warned the channel was once seen as a slough but now promises development and rail links to open Southwestern Alaska commerce.
State Attorney Jerome departed for New York to bring Harry Thaw back for trial on a conspiracy charge. Thaw arrived and was arraigned, a sanity determination was requested, and the court reserved ruling. He pleaded not guilty on January 27, with trial set for February 23 and confinement at the Tombs in the interim.
A cold wave grips the Mississippi valley with temperatures reported from 7 to 88 degrees below zero across several locales, bringing record low readings and freezing conditions in the region. Authorities warn residents to shelter indoors and conserve heat. The weather pattern marks one of the coldest spells for the season.
Galveston reports from January 27 state Carranza plans a 40000 man assault on Monterrey. The dispatch notes Villa’s defeat at Apam with 500 casualties, Garza to establish a new capital, and Obregon’s forces entering Mexico City amid quiet as Garza is held prisoner nearby. An unconfirmed report says Villa may be seriously injured near Mexico City.
VER A CRUZ Jan 29 General Carranza has issued a statement that he will not move his headquarters to Mexico City yet Observations taken at the Budweiser corner of First and Richmond streets at 6 am show the weather as cloudy above below zero Garcia May Be Prisoner EL PASO Jan 29 Advices received in Lane setyth Fred Koltschoff the old timer who recently reached this city from the Outside over the Seward trail departed last Monday for his home on the Yukon river near Holy Cross He may return to this camp before the break up Fine Watch Repairing William Taylor Flat
Madison Wis Jan 20 The state canvassing board certified the election of Paul O Husting as United States senator from Wisconsin A Democratic candidate the contest was close and gave administration strength in the Senate Miss Ellen Anderson a Fairbanks girl now in Juneau will marry A E Nelson a jeweler formerly with J L Sale at Iditarod wedding expected in March or April at Seattle The House of Lords garage created from Budweiser building on Second Street houses Nels Glantz automobile community notes
A baby girl weighing ten pounds was born last night to Mrs. Ronan wife of John Ronan once a Democratic congressional candidate. The mother and infant are reported well by Drs Romig and Baughman who attended the delivery.
Unprecedented Washington report on January 23 states Italy cables the state department that it can care for earthquake victims without requests for contributions from the United States. The message marks a shift in relief expectations and underscores Italian responsibility.
Montgomery January 23 The new law taking effect today bans the sale and manufacture of intoxicating liquors in Alabama after July 1 next. Fresh Olympia Oysters for cocktails priced at $2.
Nome senator Elwood Bruner dies in California leaving a Senate seat vacant in Alaska. Governor sets February 27 for a special election in the Second Division to replace him. Andy Anderson and George James announce candidacies in Seattle. Governor refuses to move Nome election date. international notes cite German ultimatum to Roumania and Austrian victories alarm Romania.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Germany has seized all wheat stocks to safeguard the brew supply until next harvest. Berlin confirms further seizures including corn and flour, with municipalities ordered to set aside suitable preserves.
The German government protested to the U S state department against hydroplane shipments to European belligerents. The United States defended its neutral stance, insisting it will be rigorously enforced while remaining neutral.
Vienna January 20. Emperor Francis Joseph has sent Baron Von Rajeco as Austria minister to Venice. No explanation accompanies the dispatch, which was received by wireless.
Report from Constantinople says an assassination attempt on King Constantine of Greece occurred though not yet confirmed. Other items note Wilhelmina steamship clearance for Germany with foodstuffs, President Wilson congratulating Kaiser Wilhelm, and obituaries for George Baker and William J. Rees with brief biographical details.
Frank Aldrich president of the Grand Igloo Alaska Pioneers organized a women’s auxiliary in Valdez this week. Mrs. C. P. Hubbard was named temporary president with Mrs. J. F. Krumm as vice president and Mrs. William Harrington as secretary. Other officers were chosen provisionally until the charter is closed. Meetings will be held Thursday evenings at Pioneer hall.
Captain A Grant Norton of the Nortonia sails for the Iditarod once Outside magazines arrive. Norton wired for reading matter due to a shortage of the meme in the Interior camp.
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