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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
3
Washington report states Delegate Thomas Cale of Alaska told friends he will not pursue re election and asks that no one contest the seat. He cites lack of value in a fight and says he will not push for a return, calling the position not worth a contest.
Severe blizzard across the middle west stops traffic and blocks train service. Cordova mail basis named for Katalla delivery while Katalla is dropped from route, with special carrier service as conditions permit. John Rector killed in Lowell Creek avalanche. body recovered after tunnel effort. burial in cemetery north of town. Steamer Bertha sails to Seattle and other ports.
A $10,000 bet and a $310,000 wager on Roosevelt’s re election were placed on the New York Stock Exchange shortly after a political dispute between two prominent exchange members. Cash was posted to secure the bets.
Sailed vessels include Seward Steamer Santa Clara from Seattle on the 24th and Northwestern sailing from Seattle on the 1st. Dora departed for Unalaska on the 18th, Saratoga for Seattle on the 26th, and Bertha bound for Seattle on the 29th.
Morning sermon theme Dwarfed Christians at the Methodist church with Sunday school at 12:15 p m and evening service at 7 30 o clock. L H Pedersen is the pastor and all are invited. Also notes shop display of Pipes Tobaccos and Cigarettes and Owl Drug Co announcement of blankets at Claysons.
Fairbanks reports show no disorder as miners and operators hold firm. Some workers arrive daily aiming to return but mining remains limited amid rumors of a potential settlement.
Washington officers must pay 45 cents each for Spanish war bravery medals. The expense is cited as the medal cost by Robert Barr remarks spark debate, while Elbert Hubbard and Thomas W. Lawson provoke opinion on literary greatness and public influence.
Public land law notes discuss residence requirements and settler rights against intervening entries. Relinquishment effects, filing practices, and mining claim eligibility for US citizens are outlined. Coal land entries may be canceled where coal value is lacking. Brown & Hawkins offer Wellington coal and eggs with a guarantee, plus dog salmon for sale.
A new institution announces its aim to accept deposits with the utmost confidence and safety, presenting itself as a trustworthy place for the public to entrust their money. The message emphasizes secure handling and reliability in financial services.
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