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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1913
Page
5
London dispatch reports the fortress of Janina bombarded by Allied forces on Wednesday until surrender. Over 32,000 Turks were captured, marking a decisive tied outcome with heavy casualties and a major shift in the campaign.
Los Angeles march 7 the Darrow case is closing and closing arguments are underway the case will go to the jury tonight potential verdict awaited as proceedings wrap up in court.
Washington March 7 Just before Congress adjourned Mr Taft vetoed sundry civil bills which the house passed promptly over the veto The Senate refused to follow the lead set by the house Ex President W H Taft left for Augusta Ga this afternoon for a brief vacation
Nome on February 28 reports the Nome Kennel Club arranging a Kermis festival to raise funds for the All Alaska Sweepstakes. The event aims to support the sweepstakes through community activities and donations.
Denver March 6 Fay King Nelson the cartoonist sues Battling Nelson for divorce claiming she lived with him three days and married him under duress after he threatened suicide Savannah March 7 Battling Nelson denies any trouble between them
Billy Bevins and Al Walsh have made a promising strike on the Kuskokwim isatalik river area which may prove important. They brought up 2 and 3 cent dirt in gravel and have not yet reached bedrock. The Kisaralik flows toward Cripple Creek, a tributary of the Aniak.
Bayles Bros displays a rustic window promotion for the Kennel cubs barn dance. One pane shows Unacle Reuben amid new-mown hay, smoking a pipe and listening to a city seller peddling an encyclopedia. The opposite pane features a life-size Mrs Reuben.
Alabam Labouteau returns from Ruby aching and tired with burning feet but finds immediate relief at The Crosby Bath Parlors as patrons report soothing therapies.
Washington reports that on March 4 1904 Woodrow Wilson was sworn in by Chief Justice White as the 28th president. He delivered a forceful hopeful address urging a broad constructive policy to empower the people. Vice President Marshall was sworn in, and a record parade followed with Bryan receiving special cheers.
Juneau observers report both houses of the First Alaska Legislature convened in the Elks hall on Monday, March 38, with a large crowd including visitors from Alaska and beyond. Officers were elected, Governor Clark’s message outlined proposals, and joint resolutions urged railroad construction and Alaskan-only appointments. Delegates and committee chairs were announced and Delegate James Wickersham arrived to address the bodies. The session is expected to run the full 60 days with contentious issues anticipated and broad public interest.
Major J. F. A. Strong proprietor of the Alaska Daily Empire and gubernatorial candidate left Juneau on the steamer for Seattle en route to Washington, D. C., to attend urgent business. He praised his Iditarod friends and noted Lane's Interior appointment as favorable to Alaska's prospects.
The city council met with minimal business passing a few small bills and rereferring others to the finance committee. The clerk was instructed to arrange for the municipal election on April 8. Deputy Marshal Harry P. Sheppard left for Cripple Wednesday to pursue an arrest. George Mutchler visited Iditarod. From Quinhagak, W. M. Loiselle notes the district is sparse with only eight men this winter. Mail service from Iditarod to the Kuskokwim remains poor. Dave Stranberg returns from Bear Creek after a deal with Pete Jensen on the Upgrade association. It is said G. F. Kilroy was racing toward Bear for the same aim, but Stranberg led with an earlier start. Power of Attorney blanks—Pioneer.
A compact note lists a night basketball game between Flat and Iditarod at A B Hall amid tensions from Mexico and Sonora troop buildups. It notes Huerta mobilizing 10 000 troops, 15 000 from Sonora, and U S troops on border. Truxton may join Iditarod. fans from creeks expected. embassy diplomat Wilson resigns. Beattie reports nuggets from Hammond creek. end with a bathhouse tease.
Washington reports that a 10 000 strong suffragette parade through the national capital Monday ended in riot and disorder as jeering crowds and roughs confronted the demonstrators before police actions. Congress will probe the affair with four entries already promised for the St Patrick's Day dog race including teams from the Grand Hotel and Summit Road House. Jim Conway returns from Ruby.
London reports Sir Thomas Lipton has sent another challenge for the America cup proposing the race be held in 1914.
Seattle dispatch reports five travelers left for the Iditarod via Seward during the week. The party includes Dr. C. D. Carter, H. Fothergill, Co. Coleman, George Hamilton, and Harold Seddon, moving toward Alaska's famed dog sled route.
Washington report notes a necessary majority of states has voted in favor of the income tax amendment to the constitution, making it effective at once. The development reflects broad regional support for the tax measure across the states.
Fairbanks reports low voter turnout with only 28 registrants so far for the forthcoming municipal election.
Chicago March 7. The Frost Alaska coal cases have commenced after a long delay.
Dr. H. Bebla, a popular Flat City dentist, left for the Outside over the Seward trail last Monday on urgent business in the States. He regrets leaving his numerous patrons but plans to resume practice at the earliest possible date after navigation opens, having built a large local clientele.
Commissioner G W Albrecht received a telegram from C E Taylor stating he would leave Seattle that night for Fairbanks and reach March 20. It is not stated if he will proceed to Iditarod without delay, but that is presumed.
Local notes report H H Porter leaving for the Outside via Seward and Harry Johnson arriving from Ruby. Cripple Creek pay reported across Cripple City while Capewell’s ground shows rich spots. Mrs Otto Moses returns to Diska ket with stampede travel. Chas Larson’s baby swallowed a coin. Tiffany and partner build boiler house on Oregon association Colorado creek. F E Cleveland returns from Moore creek. Sid Ensor back from Mud river post Takoma with six feet snow beyond the divide. Crosby Baths report lumbago treatment.
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