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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1907
Page
6
A brief notice states second class matter status for Seward Alaska dated August 21st under the 1870 act. It mentions amounts of 3.00 and 31.50 likely fees or dues.
The year ends with hopeful New Year greetings as Seward and Southern Alaska see mineral progress. Copper fields around Prince William Sound attract trade and exploration, while Yortua and upper Sesitra districts emerge as productive gem and mineral areas, signaling potential expansion before spring.
Gov Hog Gatt’s quoted defense of Alaskan order cites strong respect for the federal judiciary and argues opposition to territorial government from saloon interests and demagogic claims. The Seattle Post-Intelligencer printed his exact language on December 12.
The Seattle Trade Register notes Portland may gain a regular Alaska steamship line, while Seattle would hold the big share if proper business practices are followed. The Tacoma Ledger urges Tacoma to compete for Alaska trade. The Kodiak orphanage newsletter loses second class status, raising mailing costs. Seattle’s Carnegie library donation is mentioned amid questions about rebates and armor plate quality.
A noisy press report claims the president greeted 8500 people at a New Year reception. the Portland Telegram runs a stern editorial about poor service at the bar as the writer jokes about mixed drinks and tired servers. Dowie accuses Voliva of taking money.
M J Honey, rail contractor, backs governor’s claim that solid business interests oppose territorial government, but cites no names. The governor’s claim triggers curiosity over who benefits, with a list of Alaska newspapers including Fairbanks Northern Light and Nome Nugget signaling broad media sentiment in favor of the status quo.
A fragmentary editorial urges consulting Alaska residents and their delegates for territory information while noting tensions between Alaska allies and advisers. It references past campaigns, personalities, and a proposed shift in allegiance as the president weighs appointing missions to territorial figures.
The piece questions why President turned Delegate Waskey’s Alaska information to Gov. Hoggatt for blue-penciling while Waskey’s view was sidelined. It cites perceived bias toward the governor, notes Standard Oil’s market drop, and mentions plans for Sitka hospital, the territorial capital shift, and other topical references in a broad critique of policy and media.
The article critiques Culberson’s stance during a Texas political episode, accusing him of funding an expensive extra session as governor while ignoring racial violence. It references Hearst in a New York mayoralty case and recalls Swift Hopkins court questions about mayoral status, noting odd legal outcomes.
Missouri detective Bill Stone appeared on the Twenty-fifth regiment episode and stated that the president was right. He admitted ignorance of the facts yet implied it is proper to harshly criticize a Black person, and suggested Carnegie donate to the conscience fund to cover the armor plate issued to the navy in the Cleveland era.
Seattle reports Frank Youngs of the Seward chamber of commerce is promoting the Yentna and Susitna tributaries. He opened headquarters at the Hotel Northern and drew numerous inquiries, with many promising winter and spring travel to the Yentna. He notes Alaska needs rail links before mass movement and highlights Alaska resources. Seattle papers feature his interviews and outlook as ports and land offices pursue title for Skagway area. A copper shipment from Maple Bay continues to Hadley, and a Seattle phone-robbery incident nets 75 cents.
To the traveling public Campbell Restaurant remains open in Girdwood offering first class meals at all hours and comfortable connected rooms. Prices are reasonable. Call and be convinced. John S. Campbell.
A compilation of thrift advice and advertisements urges saving habits to avoid debt. It cites Bank of Seward and dentist C. T. Daggett, plus rooms at A. B. Drug Blog, and promotes a free sample of Mining Topics, a mining journal from 64 Fulton Street New York, claiming authentic unbiased news.
The text questions curbing brutal whaling captains by amending navigation laws and asks why not legalize delaying pins for sailors defense. Douglas hosts a town hall. The city council once met in the News office, but candor and publicity were awkward, leading the council to seek a room of its own.
The piece notes refined copper near 23 in the market with no sure trend. It highlights Nevada challenging California as a prize fighting garden and digging gold to cover freight. Also mentions Alaska Monthly Magazine Juneau Christmas issue with illustrated content and Alaska topics including George Jamme on coal fields and B D Mills on The Great Tanana.
Weather record covers the week ending January 5 with daily observations and summaries of temperatures, precipitation, and notable climatic events. Data include highs and lows, rainfall amounts, and notable weather patterns observed during the period.
Seaward steamers include Jeanie leaving Seattle on the 20th and Pennsylvania on the 4th. Santa Clara sails from Seattle the 8th while Bertha departs on the 10th. Portland heads to Seattle the 31st and Saratoga sails toward Seattle on the first. Dora sails for Unalasks on the 15th.
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