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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1913
Page
4
Rumor says the Viking Gold Company may build a large power plant at Iditarod to tap water sourced wood supplies from Otter Bonanz and Iditarod creeks. If installed it would provide substantial energy, with wood rafted during high water and reasonable rates at Da Rand.
The World Almanac for 1913 declares New York City the world’s largest port, surpassing London after years in top rank. In 1912 London’s trade reached about $1.79 billion, while New York’s total was sizable though not as large, with New Orleans as the next U S port at roughly $224 million. six British ports also outranked others. Liverpool is listed among the world’s leading ports in the era.
Property owners on Front street are graveling the road in front of their premises as seasonal improvements. Notable participants include Manuel Galarte Sam Hayles and others. Nearby, Jesse Rogers will run the Golden Eagle hotel this summer and the ground floor will house a poolroom. Also: Iditarod river ice breach and road condition changes impact teamsters.
Reports say eee TAT CREEK and Manley will open on Willow Creek this summer if water permits. Harold Seddon plans a fall test of two miles of ground he controls. About 1,200 men are said to be near Flat and Otter creeks awaiting activity. Dredge work causes injuries but crews press on with preparations and new facilities.
A new company named Koyukuk Trading and Transportation Company plans to operate boats on the Yukon up the Koyukuk to the river’s limit. Capt Lian Kinney Eo J Hackett and J W Mesford are named as incorporators. Two vessels will begin on the Diamond and Pen Haws with light draft fit for Koyukuk service and Martha Crow will join later. Several parties plan to head for Koyu in the coming summer seeking new facilities in the remote district. The Kayakuk’s fame as a world market is noted, and the new service is expected to spark development in the camp during the mining season.
Reno dispatch reports Judge De Witt Turner asked Col. Roosevelt by letter what to do with the Bull Moose before the 1916 election. Roosevelt replied to perfect precinct organization in every county and prepare the union for the next fight, urging nationwide unity and readiness.
The regular meeting of the red town council followed with Mayor Baker presiding and full attendance aside from Acheson and Mutebler. Discussion covered the city hall site, fire hall relocation, a proposed mail route change, graveling front street, private subscriptions for street work, and various bills and salaries before adjournment. The new Albrecht residence on Otter street is completed and ready for occupancy.
Sealed bids for the City Hall building on Willow Street between First and Second are invited. Bids due by 5 p.m. May 31, 1913. Street improvements to be paid in cash on bid acceptance. Bids may be accepted or rejected by the street improvements council. Hecil B. A. Meyers, Clerk.
Last Monday at A B Hall in Iditarod, Past Arctic Chief Cynl P Wood received a gold and diamond charm as a souvenir of his term. Arctic Chief Sam Ba ne delivered a presentation praising Wood for his services to Camp Iditarod No 27 A B The gift arrived from Fairbanks too late for installation night and Wood expressed gratitude and a pledge to remember the lodge’s kindness.
The World Almanac for 1912 lists US battleships 49 and other vessels 188 totaling 237, versus Japan with 12 battleships and 173 other vessels totaling 185. The US holds a first class battleship lead, while overall totals are close. Ernest Gove arrives in town from the Kroshy baths.
Harry McWhorter, former Fiat Creek operator, has purchased the Midas quartz claim in Mayo district Yukon Territory for 40,000, with 5,000 paid down. He has resided in the upper Yukon district since leaving Iditarod.
Teno March 31 All Nevada is stirred by the Rochester mining camp near this city. A vast ore vein has been opened with a 200 ounce vein of silver and $400 in gold per ton. The discovery is said to be the largest in Nevada in recent years, with leases operating three shifts daily.
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