Market for Alaska Coal Sees Rapid Shifts in Demand
The Alaska railroad commission reports low current coal use in Alaska due to high import costs from British Columbia. If Bering River coal opens and development resumes, local demand could rise to 150000 tons and expand with smelters in Cordova and Valdez needing fuel for steamers and water transport.
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Alaska
Alaska Railroad Commission
British Columbia
Bering River
Pringe Willem
Cordova
Valdez
Victoria Steamer Sails for Nome with Dated Schedules
The steamer Victoria will sail to Nome on June, with further departures on July 1, July 30, August 22, September 17 and October 15 as announced by Alaska Steamship Co. The final Nome voyage will not call at St Michael, while the return trip will stop at St Michael to pick up passengers.
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Victoria
Nome
Alaska Steamship Co
St. Michael
Miwestern
Bourne's Wife Granted Divorce in Portland
Mrs. Senator Jona Bourne of Oregon received a divorce after months of trouble that began while they lived at the national capital. She left for the West and filed suit, with petitions and statements on record in May.
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Portland
Ore
Jona Bourne
Than Bourne
Oregon
National
Erwin Named Marshal for Fourth Division Alaska
Lewis T. Erwin of Fairbanks nominated for marshal of Alaska’s Fourth division with little opposition. John Y. Ostrander of Valdez appointed judge of the Third judicial division succeeding Overfield. Mrs Swineford, widow of ex Governor Swineford, confirmed as post mistress at Wetchikan. Governor Strong confirmed and to be honored in Seattle before heading to Juneau. National Committeeman Cheney completes work in the capital and travels to Juneau.
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Lewis T. Erwin
Fuirbanks
Alaska
Washington
Senate
J. P. A. Strong
Chamber of Commerce of
Seattle
Juneau
J. Cheney
Californias alien land bill sparks war talk with Japan
A Sacramento mass meeting denounces California's alien land bill with calls for war against the United States if passed. Japanese compradores who own or buy land threaten legal action. President Wilson says he will not interfere with treaty rights. The issue alarms Hawaii and Japan, who fear a broader restriction wave.
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Calif of
Sacramento
Cal
le¢ Bryan
Wilson
Tokio
United States
California
Panama
Richard Roediger Named Surveyor General
Richard Roediger of Tacoma, Washington, is named surveyor general. He founded the Dawson Daily News and later the Tacoma Tribune, investing over $40,000 in his ventures and serving as a prominent local newspaper figure before his recent departure.
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Richard Roediger
Taco
Washington
S'S
Dawson Daily N
Tacoma Daily News
Franklin K. Lane
Secretary of the Interior
Dawson
Roediger
Tacoma Tribune
News
Luther McGartly Outfights Moran in Alaska Rail Bill Run
The report notes Luther McGartly defeated Moran in a recent bout. In other dispatches Johnny Kilbane and Johnny Dandee fought 20 rounds in Los Angeles, ending in a draw per the referee. A Senate committee in Washington adjourned for lack of a quorum, leaving the Alaska railroad bill unreported at the special session.
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Luther Mgartly
Moran
Alaska Railroad Bill
Los Angeles
Johnny Kilbane
Johnny Dandee
Danily
Dee
Ase
Senate
Washington
Committee On
Territories
Pitman
Age Saves Banker From Prison Sentence in Irregularities
Seattle resident Jacob Furth, former president of Puget Sound National Bank, was fined 10000 for LaConner bank irregularities. The report notes his advanced age spared him from jail. The item ends with a local food ad and roast chicken notice.
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Seattle
Jacob Furth
Puget Sound National Bank
LaConner
Furth
Advertised Letters Uncalled for in the Philippines
The Manila post office lists uncalled letters on May 1 1913 with readers urged to ask for advertised items. The notice notes unrest in the Philippines as 16 000 Moros hold the province and have killed American troops. Soldiers are dispatched and sharp fighting is anticipated.
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Iditarod
Alaska
T. 1
Tauron
Washington
Philippines
History of Alaska by Delegate Wickersham
Delegate James Wickersham is writing a comprehensive history of Alaska. He has gathered material for years and, with the help of two assistants since taking office, expects it to take many years more to complete.
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Alaska
Wickersham
Cordova Daily
Alaska Government Reports For Wick Cited In Case
In a disputed matter, Sham prepared a full set of government reports on Alaska and an exhaustive list of all individuals who have held territorial office. The records aim to detail official holdings and personnel history relevant to the dispute.
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Sham
Wick
Alaska
Motchler Bros Wins Wood Contract From Yuson Gold Co
Motchler Bros secured a contract with Yuson Gold Co to cut and deliver 5 000 cords of 4 foot wood. The pile will be near the power house on Flat Creek and cut from the upper end of Over Creek about seven miles above Discovery this summer.
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Mittehler Bros
Yuson Gold Co
Flat Creek
Over Creek
Court Term Arranged for Iditarod District Court
Deputy Marshal Harry P Shepard received a telegram from Marshal Love to secure quarters for a district court term at Iditarod starting July 7. He must arrange a court room jury room judge clerk of court district attorney and report estimated cost. Juror lists expected by wire soon. Otter visitors urged to call atDu Rand's Disco Car Watch repairs in Flat City by Wa Taylor.
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Harry P Sheppard
Marshal Love
Iditarod
Mules Sold and Ranching Moves in California
J. D. Barnes sold his mules early. A. Cleveland turned them over to D. Van of Flat City. Barnes plans cultivation in Fresno County this week and prepares for a California venture with oranges as main activity and Rocky Mountain canaries as a side line.
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J. D. Barnes
Cleveland
Tod
Van
Flat City
Mratch
Fresno Co
Cale
Barnes
California
Rocky Mountain
Cook threat underscored polar fame as entertainer says fakir
The North Pole explorer Dr. Cook faced public dispute after a Pasadena commenter challenged his pole claim. Cook dismissed the remark and warned of a physical challenge, arguing his entertaining skills surpass any doubt about his feats. The incident drew attention amid Cook’s winter lecture circuit.
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Cosis
North Pole
Honeer
Dr. Cook
Cook
Pole
Pasadena
Cal
San Isalom
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