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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1918
Page
6
A heartfelt tribute to American mothers as their sons go to war. The piece traces a mother’s joy at birth to the tragedy of a son lost at sea, urging readers to endure hardship to save lives and honor mothers. It calls for collective sacrifice and remembrance of those who lose sons to conflict.
The item notes Uncle seeks to borrow money to help a friend, with a townsfolk tone about a reckoning and a final shot. It mentions Amy Kay Miner from Flat City bidding farewell to his brother G Campbell Kay, a member of Tdit arod's first contingent, at the landing last Monday.
A narrator recounts German war crimes as witnessed by Allied observers. He describes a German doctor savagely harming a French nurse, the Red Cross disrespected by Germans, and Belgian suffering under Kultur. The account condemns Kaiserism and pledges lasting memory of German deeds.
Paris reports extended horse meat sales as a wartime relief for provisions. In 1914 to 1916 period, Vaugirard slaughterhouses killed 34 384 horses while supply from the British army grew to over 12 000 horses. Prices rose from 28 to 40 cents per pound for ordinary cuts and 35 to 50 cents for choice bits. The Red Cross appeals for support.
The Lutheran consistory for Pamnia reports circulating claims that Mormon missionaries from America try to corrupt German soldiers and tempt them to desert. A circular asks district clergy to monitor and report signs of antiwar sects, including groups calling themselves New Adventists or War Adventists. Meanwhile Mr. G Wadarod of Nippon unveils a new bath room installation at his Second Street business.
In the District Court for the Territory of Alaska Fourth Division a special term is called at the United States Court House in Flat Alaska beginning June 24 1918 at 11 o clock a.m. to transact all business that may come before the court. Clerk J. Clark implements the seal and deputy A M Kitcore signs.
Letters of administration issued to Clara Baker as administrator for the estate of Joseph I Riley deceased in the Fourth Division Territory Alaska before Commissioner A M Egore. Creditors must present verified claims with vouchers to Geo W Albrecht attorney at Iditarod within six months of the notice dated May 6 1918.
Classified notice announces a 21 horsepower gray stationary gasoline engine for sale. Listing notes location at Pioneer Print Shop with basic condition details and contact for purchase.
An item notes bath facilities described as tub and steam baths available at all hours at Snyder House in Flat. The sparse entry signals a lodging or boarding house offering around the clock spa-style amenities.
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