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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1913
Page
6
The notice lists subscription rates as ten dollars per year and urges careful supervision of advertising copy sent from afar. It cautions publishers cannot assume responsibility for copy, especially for forfeiture notices, and stresses clear writing of names, dates, and places to avoid errors.
The Nome dredge operators urge a Washington lobby to block a territorial mining law they say confiscates dredging claims, raises costs, and threatens future locations. They advocate a memorial to rework the law, patent fees, and support from Alaska districts to protect their investments and the dredging industry. They warn the law could ruin mining activity if enforced and urge consults with surveyors and lawyers to secure title to their claims.
The text appears to reference lobbyists, signatures, and possible approval by a legislature. It mentions a figure named William Knox and a general notion of political action and service. The passage is highly unclear but suggests opposition or caution toward endorsing a lobbyist and discussion of legislative stance.
A reader laments that people only feel their money is worth it when a newspaper reports a horrible tragedy. The Alaska Empire quote criticizes sensationalism and contrasts it with other coins and media references.
A poet muses on a broody old hen guarding fourteen eggs and a forthcoming brood. The scene depicts her vigilance against predators, storms, and care for her chicks. The narrator extends to a critique of thefts of poultry and rails, echoing Walt Mason on crime and punishment.
Knute Roland reports new subscribers to the road fund listing Riley & Co. for 700 dollars and The Northern Commercial Co. for 200 dollars, with Tom Medvi noted among the names, reflecting activity since the last published list.
Reports describe Chief McGovern's return from a winter in the Outside aboard the White S ship. Observers note his calm demeanor as he evaluates local hen industry conditions and whether the hens laid eggs on the voyage, amid discussions with Dikeman Mae and Frank Manley about coop productivity.
Public notice from the Fourth District of Alaska records a court ordered sale of John Oleson’s placer mining claim known as No. 7 near Orrer Creek in the Iditarod region. The District Court for the Fourth District of Alaska orders sale at the front door of the marshal’s office in Iditarod by public auction to the highest bidder for cash. The notice lists defendants CB Chestey, J. Mr Ryu Kehor, and Teves with date and signing officials WMS and MAD TOE.
In Home Alaska United States Land Office notice of application by Joaquin Fowler and Twitchell for 20.61 acres at Bethel on the Nuskokwim River described by U.S. Survey No. 1002. The claim seeks a patent as trading land under the 1898 act with field notes and a detailed metes and bounds description. The notice warns that failure to file timely claims with Nome Alaska will forfeit rights.
Probate judge in Ophir Alaska issues publication requiring all creditors to present claims within four weeks. Public notice specifies administrator Crresttas Bulgien and addresses in Mitazol and Ophir for distribution of estate assets. Publication to appear weekly in Pioneer Newspaper and posted at local post offices.
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