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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
6
Entry shows Second Class matter status dated August month 1804 at Seward post office under Act of March 1879. It lists monetary amounts 33.00 and 31.50 likely fees or charges.
Governor Hoggatt challenges Alaska policy opposing territorial control of mineral discoveries. He argues court rulings favor that indicating mineral presence warrants further work and locator good faith should govern. Alaska holds vast mineral bearing areas open to discovery and locations, urging fewer barriers to prospectors.
The Wise syndicate plans to place Capt. Jarvis at its Alaska operations head to control federal business and steer Alaska governance. It argues governors and senators will enact their demands, while elected delegates allegedly lack public knowledge, pushing Alaska to a Wall Street controlled private preserve.
The article profiles Mrs Bradley a middle aged widow accused of pursuing Ex-Senator Arthur Brown after he deserted his family. It details allegations she spent his money defied his wife lived on his Idaho ranch and was driven off with her children. It also notes a coal shortage conspiracy claim against railroads tied to a railroad rate bill.
The Vancouver chamber of commerce and sailors union raise funds to give Mrs. Patterson a Christmas present for heroic action. Seattle steamboat men join in generosity, recommending her for Andy Carnegie's medal factory recognition.
A Nelson writer counsels the Canadian government to own coal mines and operate them only during strikes to avert coal famines harming consumers. He also proposes government run canteens offering free meals to women and children, allowing strikers and operators to clash without affecting others.
The discussion centers on Governor Hoggatt denying a saloon backed theory of territorial government support. The piece notes his right to hold or reveal opinions, reflecting on information gaps and broader Alaska political dynamics including railroad coal demand and transport shortcomings.
The United States Mint purchased 100.00 ounces of silver in November at TLSU7 cents per ounce. Around the same period the Seattle assay office approved a fraction over 4. The text questions whether this corrosion of 7 cents was chemically produced by the Seattle spirit.
The Chicago school board launches a campaign to suppress what the Chicago Chron icle calls hoodlum clubs. Frats are described as a nuisance that adult society seeks to abate.
The senate has ordered presidential messages printed in reformed orthography be reprinted in English. This may provide David Graham Phillips material for another chapter on the treason of the senate.
The Republican Campaign Committee claimed 222 members from the next House, asserting wins before election. The result showed the party achieved 222 seats, while Democrats likely carried other nonconfirmed districts for the remaining seats.
The writer notes railroads move coal cars about a mile daily and asks if executive orders could affect Alaska via these cars to give the territory a chance.
W. R. Hearst reports his combined expenses amount to 256 370 dollars. The Brooklyn Eagle analyzed the figures and arrived at a suggestive total.
The latest dispatch notes the Swedish king's heart condition remains unclear after a prior report of illness. the cable provides no new details on his health status or subsequent events.
A note states that if Jeffries collides with John Arthur Johnson another colored trooper will be taken out of service.
Weather record summarizes conditions for the week ending December 22, noting daily highs and lows, precipitation, and notable temperature trends. Data includes dates, temperature ranges, rainfall amounts, and any recorded extreme values.
The steam er Portland departed Juneau for the west yesterday morning around o clock and did not go to Sitka. A revised mail contract was noted, with Seward operator McGuire confirming no Sitka stop. Predicted arrival in Seward could affect local events, possibly reaching Valdez by Christmas Eve.
A Christmas night firemen's ball in Seward features extensive attractions to top local social events. ticket buyers enter a drawing for donated presents from businesses and citizens including silverware, a Keystone fire extinguisher, clothes, and cash prizes. Three top ticket sellers win gifts like a rifle, sled, and sweater.
Editorial notes Portland has raised about two thirds of the needed capital for a direct steamship line to Alaska. It argues previous schemes failed for lack of financial support despite growing interest from Alaska and local business, and says a decisive financial plan now appears near. The piece also highlights Alaska’s potential in gold, coal, and oil as trade drivers.
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