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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1913
Page
6
Subscription rates are listed as 810.00 with one month at 5.00 and single copy advertising rates available on application. Mentions Governor of Alaska J. Fa Strone in connection with the campaign.
Residents urge a strong protest against recurring mail failures in Interior Alaska, citing a miserable railroad blockade and chronic underweight deliveries. They demand a fixed weekly mail weight, accountability from officials, and a marked improvement next season, urging inspections with Inspector Flavin and timely delivery of all overdue mail.
Berlin reports a meat famine response with dog flesh to ease shortages. Dog snatchers raid the city and butchers buy captured dogs. Youths increasingly engage in dog catching for small cash, while society women abandon certain outings as conditions worsen.
In a grim city plea, volunteers search for lost dogs while authorities consider sending found animals to the butcher. Rumors claim dog meat could fetch ten cents a pound, highlighting a desperate landscape of hunger and fear.
A humorous reflection by Walt Mason on the telephone’s double edged nature. The poem recalls modern marvels, busy lines, and the urge to disconnect while acknowledging its convenience. It laments misdials, central operators, and the paradox of a device that both blesses and vexes daily life.
The San Francisco Call urges the chamber of commerce to pursue Alaska trade, arguing San Francisco can compete with Seattle. It notes climate favors SF and distance is not a barrier, but stresses the need for direct Alaska shipping. Currently SF has only three direct sailings a year, forcing shipments via Seattle and adding costs.
The Place to Eat in Flat City has been completely remodeled and redecorated. Curly Robinson, the proprietor, thanks customers and invites new patrons to try the updated restaurant at a moderate price. Also notes steamship pool breakup will cut steerage rates from Europe to the U S to ten dollars, prompting expected emigration rise. Candy sale prices listed. power of attorney blanks available at Pioneer office.
The second game of the series between Iditarod and Flat ends in a Flat victory 26 to 6 before a large crowd. Flat's players dominated, Hanson starred with accurate shooting and teamplay. Iditarod showed early promise but failed to keep pace as Crosby K. D. Hanna umpired and officials oversaw the match. Lineups featured Iditarod captains Donnelly LaBelle and players Wood Truston Wolfe Byers Hanson Bidwell Cameron Thornton versus Flat.
Anselm Rantio files in district court a suit against Matti Matson Ella Jarvi and Jos Lahderfern seeking 1124.25 for wood delivery at 8 percent interest from 1912 plus costs. Plaintiff alleges delivery of 3812 cords at 359 per cord for Otter creek, with 620 paid and 514.25 remaining.
A copied act from Congress amends Alaska mining law restricting placer claims to 46 acres per location and requiring annual labor of at least Stu worth per 20 acres until patent. It limits powers of attorney to two claimants and caps monthly locations, with penalties for violations and rule on claim area and patentability.
The Fairbanks News-Min er notes Copper River railroad tieups hurt Ichaket roadhouse trade along the Fairbanks Valdez trail with months of inactivity. It suggests residents may favor Valdez or Chitina Cordova routes next winter while keeping options open. Jay Johnson and family are traveling the trail.
Public notice outlines mail handling times and schedules for four monthly round trips. Inbound mail due by five p.m. on Wednesdays, outbound mail closes at three p.m. Tuesdays. Parcel post options and rates referenced. postmaster Roby signs the notice.
Olof Olson listed as co owner in a February filing and a May update, with first and last publication entries noted in the public record. The fragment shows dates February 1 and May 3 and refers to a first on last publication sequence.
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