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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1907
Page
6
Notice lists Gateway Publishing Co as second class matter at the post office in Seward Alaska under the act of Congress of March 3 1879. Rates shown include 3.00 and 1.50 for postage and service.
Captain Richmond Hobson denounces Japan as plotting to erase the United States while critics push fusion tales and panic over jiu jitsu fears. The piece argues Japan seeks peace after wartime debts, notes Russia’s stamina, and dismisses rabble views as irrelevant to strategic power.
Joe Gans declares he is in the same class as the old timers among lightweights. He claims any critic is free to challenge him. The piece notes era politics and references a historical phrase "America for Americans" tied to earlier debates.
The Portland earns a reputation for resilience as the hard luck steamer, wrecked half a dozen times and always rebuilt to endure 83 power.
A collection of clipped items notes Seattle closing saloons on Sunday and hints at limiting real estate growth seven days a week. Mentions political shifts, Jeanie boat practice, Mrs. Thaw, and Alaska railroad features with quotes from the Juneau Record Miner and Douglas Island News.
The Seattle Times editorial lauds Major John Ji Ballaine heading a Seward smelter project as a boost for Alaska. He is praised for a versatile career from farm boy to editor, congressional writer, governor’s secretary, Philippine War officer, railroad promoter, banker, and publisher, highlighting his role in founding Alaska Central and city growth.
Text outlines annual labor requirements for mining claims, deadlines for affidavits, penalties for perjury, and that surveys by a licensed engineer or surveyor may count as labor. It specifies forfeiture if affidavits are not filed within thirty days after the year, and opens the claim for location as if never located.
Weather data overview for the week ending February 23 with daily observations across the region. Entries include low and high temperatures, precipitation amounts, and notable weather events observed by local stations.
The SEWARD STEAMERS list reports Bertha sailing from Seattle June 13 and Juneau June 22 aboard Northwestern Wh Jeanie leaves Seattle June 20 Santa Clara sails from Seattle June 24 Saratoga sails toward Seattle June 18 Dora sails toward Unalaska June 10.
The speaker asserts none of the Alaska interests are aligned with any railroad power and vows to judge policy independently. He warns that Alaska is too large to fall under a single financial system and aims to serve Alaska’s interests over special interests. A call is made to Mining Topics for a free sample copy.
Seward features two dental parlors equipped with modern appliances and staffed by east trained graduates with years of experience and strong reputations. They guarantee the finest workmanship and materials at prices equal to comparable work by reputable men elsewhere.
A thrift oriented message urges readers to form habits of saving. It emphasizes persistent saving as a foundation for fortune and advises holding on to a portion of every dollar earned, attributed to Bank of Seward.
Engineers face a tough challenge as New Orleans plans a Mississippi River bridge with piers resting on timber caissons 60 by 126 feet and 140 feet high. The caissons extend 170 feet below river surface, with foundations built in soft mud and sand. Local mood improves after a severe winter storm.
United States Commissioner's Court for Alaska District Kenai Division Three issues a summons to Geo E Dickinson to appear within thirty days after publication to answer a 274 65 debt claim from T D Cohen plus costs. Publication dates start January 12 1907 and end February 23 1907. Court official L H Howlett signs with Crom H Clean as attorney.
Co-owners George Burchey and Victor Simons notify E. B. Rudolph and heirs that in 1908 they spent over 600 on labor and improvements for six lode claims near Spring Creek head, Resurrection Bay, Kenai precinct. Rudolph’s one third share valued at 135.85 with 200 labor share. remaining 64.45 due within 90 days to avoid forfeiture per federal statute. Address Seward, Alaska. Date of last publication April 18, 1907.
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