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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
6
The Methodist church pastor Rev Pedersen opened a second sermon on challenging scriptures. He argued that translations can misrepresent intent and that Jesus did not teach followers to hate their own flesh or family.
A reflective obituary-like passage honors Abraham Lincoln on his memory and influence. It contrasts Lincoln with Washington, praising Lincoln’s humble roots, honesty, and humanitarian impact as the heart of the American republic. The piece closes with a whimsical aside on royalty and snoring.
Washington reports Guggenheims employ many well paid lobbyists to block Alaska home rule legislation. Prominent Alaskans associated with the Guggenheim interests are named as able to aid their corporate backers by virtue of territory knowledge.
Fragments describe the origin of Valentine’s Day and its link to St Valentine of Rome. The article notes the bishop’s death around February 1 and a festival created to balance Lupercalia, with churches and the Porta del Popolo tied to Valentine lore. It mentions modern commercial valentines as a merchant pull in stores.
From Oregon City a tale reports a deceased man, after burial, rolling onto his back and drawing his legs up, prompting humorous speculation that local graves accommodate space for post burial gymnastics before final departure with Charon on the Styx.
A brief quip notes debts among the Chinese being mild during the new year and suggests a timely aid to keep compliance from ruining a person permanently, framing it as a communal custom and caution.
John Kelly of Buttington Indiana was a truck farmer now runs a cement block business near the Illinois Steel Company plant. Cement dust from the $3,000,000 Portland cement works blows over his home and garden, prompting him to erect a large shield to protect greens and fence. He recycles the escaped dust into blocks for sale.
The text states the creation of an institution where people can deposit money with utmost confidence and safety, emphasizing trust and security as core principles. The phrase suggests a formal financial establishment aimed at safeguarding deposits.
Land and mineral law terms define burden of proof and rights in mining claims reservations and residence. The piece notes proceedings in mining law, townsite issues, and a dissolution where Dr Burton of Valdez acts as receiver to liquidate A B Drug Co stock.
A promotional notice offers a free sample copy of Profit and Loss Magazine, touting independent financial journalism for mining stock investors. It urges readers to mail a postal card with their name to obtain a free sample and mentions clubbing offers and subscription premiums.
Mrs Watson formerly of Hope opens her Girdwood restaurant inviting old friends to enjoy the best market offerings. Sleeping accommodations for guests and a place for sleds and dogs are provided.
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