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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1913
Page
3
Edward W Exum is mentioned in connection with a recent appointment within the Third division of Alaska. The note places him at Chitina and names him as a member of the Democratic divisional committee with a role as marshal.
A resident agent of the Chitina Townsite Company described as about 38 years old with a solid reputation and loyal party ties. The piece argues his appointment as U.S. marshal for the division is a compromise despite editorial attacks labeling him a Guggenheim ally due to prior railways employment.
In a violent clash at Fort Mohave three years ago the outlaw Quehy the Wallbreed Pinte killed six miners and homesteaders, including John Gilbert, a Klondike mine watchman. A $5,000 reward for his capture dead or alive was noted as authorities intensified efforts to locate him amid scattered desert prospector deaths and ongoing danger to victims’ families.
A mother in Dallas Wisconsin seeks Rod Starke known as Bud Starke a 65 year old, left handed prospector last heard from in 1903 while mining in Alaska. Clarence O Flanagan and Mrs DD O F Dallas listed as involved. Du Rand's Discovery Cafe is noted for meals.
A Pioneer report outlines ongoing talks on federal funds for road construction from Iditarod to the Copper Center area. It notes a $100,000 appropriation for Alaska road main, remarks by Lt. Edgerton and Colonel Richardson, and urges timely action to utilize funds and proceed with Otter Street and Willow route plans.
A letter delivered before the Presbyterian Theological Seminary criticizes depictions of Alaska by Jack London Rex Beach and other writers. It argues Alaskans are portrayed with manliness and resilience despite political tensions and crowded mining interests. The speaker notes extreme winters a strong weather awareness and a hardy population amid coal and copper interests.
Owing to a water shortage and dry spell many ditch operators face trouble. Cleanups have been slow this past week, with the total raised reaching about 115,000 dollars and some dirt left to be processed. Despite the modest showing, it is considered good under the circumstances.
The Ruby Record notes the steamer Gertrude departed Novi last Sunday night carrying stampeders to Red Mountain. Passengers included Peter Johnson M J Brown Gus Astergard Phil Mayhan Harry Harris H Chips Henderson and others. Stampede spurred by rumors of pay though extent not stated. Neustager pros Marshall-Wells Hardware Co. and the Daugherty Shoe Co. expect to reach Iditarod around June 26.
Notice lists several claimants and coowners for placer mining in Alaska. It states expenditures of one hundred dollars for annual labor on multiple claims, including Moore Creek and Sayles Littlecreek, with a ninety day window after final publication to contribute or lose rights to the claims.
Notice to all parties owing the arm of Fred Webber and Co to pay amounts to Claude Baker only. This notice cancels prior collection notices authorized by Wm. B. Thomas. The partnership between Fred E. Webber and M. J. McDermott, existing before August 21, 1912, was dissolved by mutual consent. Call at Crosby baths when you come in from the creeks.
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