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Newspaper
Iditarod Pioneer
Location
Iditarod, Alaska, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1912
Page
1
Fairbanks May 17 Attorney General Wickersham exonerates Judge Peter D Overfield from last years charges raised by Fairbanks residents He requests transfer to Valdez saying he is tired of the knockers of Fairbanks.
Fairbanks May 17 The Tetlin will leave for the Koyukuk tomorrow to relieve a grub shortage in that district. She will carry several passengers.
Wagers place the Little Delta on a Yukon run from Fairbanks May 11 aiming for Iditarod by Monday night as it dodges ice. The vessel last reported taking shelter in a slough ten miles below Kaltag at 10 30 Thursday night.
Fairbanks May 18. Dr S Hal Young, whose whereabouts have attracted inquiry, arrived from Seward on April 16. He reports being in good health.
A fire burned in the dry moss on the right side of the tram near Summit roadhouse with the moss extremely dry and warning of spread. Witnesses observed heavy smoke rising at the head of Boulder Creek as fire crews monitored the scene. Ice cream soda flavors advertised for tomorrow at the Red X Drug Store.
Mrs. Char Miller returned home last Monday from a visit with Mrs. Jonas Brewis on Flat creek. Dr C Douglas Carter enjoyed metropolitan life a couple of days in the city the first of the week. Mrs James Chronister visited in the city during the early days of the week. Attorney J C Murphy of Flat City spent most of the week in iditarod.
Joe Taisoff has been in hospital for a week after surgery for an inflamed gland. He remains the sole patient. Joe Mikuta, long rheumatism sufferer, is back on the streets, much improved. Star Ballard, discharged, rides the tram between Summit road house and Flat, and between Iditarod and the roadhouse, gaining strength.
The summer sun accelerates garden growth as beds fill fast and many households plant vegetables. Some pose for ambitious plans with tomatoes and cucumbers, while others admire thriving flower beds and ornamental plantings in a broad residential area.
Yukon Gold Company, called the Guggenheim locally, now largely controls Flat Creek from Glen Association’s lower end to the creek head. Ground secured by purchase and lease, with some former owners’ interests still unsettled. Operators and attorney R G Lewis completed deals by May 15, some options to May 20 remain. No local action yet on Otter Creek. outside negotiations cited. Dredge from Dawson expected. company pledges rapid work rollout in Discovery area and surrounding associations including Bonanza, Fox, Sourdough, Lynx, Wildcat, and Marietta.
Richard Burnette, longtime California native and Center Creek operator, was killed last Saturday when a caisson dredge on skids at the Snake River mouth lowered into the water crushing him in the mud. His body was recovered four hours later as the Odd Fellows conducted his funeral. He left a widow and daughter.
William Gray and William Schnierla arrived from old diggings yesterday traveling from Gaines Creek to Discovery Otter in three days. They report 80 miles must be done with snowshoes and note heavy activity at Ophir outfits Backstrom Sutherland Reick Steigler anderson Johnson. Gray mentions good spring cleanup at the old diggings and potential profits while Morrow plans European travel.
The steamer Pup departs at 2 o clock for Ruby and nearby waters with Captain Green aboard prospecting for light draft routes. Dr. F W Herms and Dr. Z J Loussac sail. Herms will return after scouting the new camp while Loussac stays for several months.
The launch Standard skippered by Captain Billy Peterson will carry an excursion party to Otter City tomorrow. The 60 foot vessel will depart at 11 a.m. and return in the evening after passengers enjoy a picnic and rustic outing. This marks the first excursion beat ever to run from Iditarod.
Letters from Outside suggest the Alaska Steamship Company may dispatch the new steamer Cordova to Nome after Atlantic arrival, likely in June, marking a notable expansion of Nome maritime service this season. The report notes optimism from a reader about improved schedules and regional trade potential.
The A B series dance at A J hall drew about 25 couples last Wednesday night. Music was fine and the event closed the long running series of A B dances.
Washington April 15 Representative Oscar Underwood leader of the House has announced that the time for bringing to close the present session of congress is drawing near and a program has been decided for the balance of the term. He said the balance of the session will be devoted to appropriations for carrying on the affairs of the nation supply bills and such needed legislation. All other measures will have to go over to next session. The Republicans as well as the Democrats are anxious for an early adjournment in order that they may go home and look after their political fences. Ice cream Soda all flavors To
A Seward Gateway editorial criticizes frequent federal regulations on Alaska timber and public domain access, lamenting the maze of rules from Washington clerks that hinder local progress. It notes the growing burden of department dictates and mocks the difficulty of navigating them while noting a food aside of choice mackerel and salmon bellies from Sunder bruch's.
Charley Knell Eddie McArdle and Walter Hunter expect to begin work on Moore Creek the week after the show closes. The creek is too deep for further ab present. OOFFEE unsu r aroma noted in the fragment.
We notify all persons we own and claim one third interest in lay and option on Pack Mule association Otter Creek held by D. S. McDowell C Krutsinger Ray Clarke Iditarod Alaska May 17 1912 Jerry Ford spoke of Ruby trip but will stay on the creek longer New shoes bargains Paulsons Flat
Aberdeen reports two conventions as state Republicans dispute Roosevelt and Taft. California results show Roosevelt winning by a large margin with Taft second and La Follette third. Democrats split with Wilson defeated by Clark Cleveland. Taft predicts Ohio primary success. Roosevelt urges national support. Debs likely nominated by Socialists. Senate bills propose six year presidential term and direct election of senators.
In Escalon Gen. Orozcoias with a large rebel force was defeated. about one thousand killed and many wounded. He retreated to Jiminez awaiting federals. Heat was extreme, troops suffering. Provisional President Gomez vanished after the retreat and blamed lack of support. At Chihuahua El Enrill, rebel financier, was fatally stabbed, a blow to rebel efforts.
Fairbanks report: the Spaulding mill at the head of Dome creek yields $92 ore but insufficient water to run steadily. The Rhoads mill remains productive at about $1,000 per day and steady. The Lemons dredge on Fairbanks creek plans to start within a week after extensive repairs.
On May 17 in Fairbanks the body of Red McCarty was found by J B Parkin on the Harrington fork of Birch creek in the Circle district. The body was found without clothing and McCarty had been reported missing since last fall. The search was organized and carried out by Circle miners with no government involvement.
J E Beattie, citing a Hammond river report, sees potential for rich pay along Hammond river with discoveries above a limestone dike and a possible big camp if ore continues from discovery to the dike. Report notes high pan and shaft yields, slow overall development due to deep ground and rock hurdles, and cautious optimism about Hammond river turning into a major producer.
wire brief reports King Frederick of Denmark dies in Hamburg and Copenhagen proclaims Prince Christian king. Vice President Ismay welcomed in Liverpool to fund Titanic relief. Darrow trial near jury. grand jury probes Industrial Workers of the World. Ben Reitman tarred and feathered by IWW. All roads lead to Boas Clothier.
Melbourne Langford defeats Jin Barry as the referee stops the contest in the eleventh round. The undercard sees San Francisco Wolgast laboring to a four-round decision over Willie Ritchie. Fans question Wolgast's form after the bout.
Valdez on May 17 elected ten delegates to the Independent Republican convention to be held in the city May 29. Delegates favor Wickersham for delegate and plan a large convention and active campaign. Wickersham’s Democratic supporters in Valdez remain for him.
Fairbanks May 17 reports dry weather with water shortages in all creeks. Unprecedented winds scour the Tanana valley as fires rage across many hillside locations.
May 15. In the commissioner’s court Doc Chambers was found guilty of libeling William A. Gilmore and sentenced to four months in the federal jail. He gave notice of appeal and was released on 1000 bail.
Nome May 17 The schooner Yorkey sailed on her annual trading trip to Siberia last Sunday the earliest date on record.
Iditarod attorney E Coke Hill, who mushed the Seward Trail with Nat Lyons last January, is aboard the steamer Little Delta and expected to reach port early next week.
The pontoon bridge behind the city lake is unsafe after rails were torn away and hogging has occurred due to a low lake level. Since city funds cannot cover repairs, public subscription is proposed to fund fixes and maintain access for wireless station patrons and creek travelers. A photo caption last summer sparked wider attention to the bridge’s condition.
Mrs L C Thornton will give a color exhibit at the Iditarod hotel starting Sunday May 19 and continuing for one week. Mrs Thornton's pupils will also exhibit ice cream soda flavors at the event, showing variety and creativity.
Most people garden in sunny days while Tom NcSmadt claims to have distanced all competitors in flower production. Nasturtiums and pansies bloomed last Tuesday with Ice-cream Soda flavors advertised for tomorrow at the Red X Orus Store. A local paint store sign read Drink more and talk less. W. Taylor, Flas., offers cut glass and jewelry.
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