Surge of Northbound travel to Southeastern Alaska breaks records
Since February 1, nine thousand people have left this port for Southeastern Alaska, with two lines carrying 8,539 passengers northward. The Portland and other vessels ferried additional travelers, while army caterpillars swarmed the Canadian Pacific right of way near Mission, halting a train for about thirty minutes before clearing the rails.
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Funeral Lesson From A Dead Cat Tale
Billy Martin aged four begged to attend a funeral after Louise and Carberry found a dead cat. He asked his mother for permission, went along, and returned to report the funeral did not occur because the cat was too dead. The tale appears in Success Magazine.
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Henry and Abe show fight in courtroom scene
In San Francisco a preliminary examination of Abe Ruef on bribery charges led to a heated exchange with District Attorney Heney. Tempers flared and officers separated them to avoid a physical clash. Eugene ordinance bans home possession of intoxicants under penalty. circuit judge upholds its validity and enforcements begin.
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Value of Food Fishes in Alaska Waters Exports
The Alaska Yukon Magazine notes the value of food fishes taken from Alaska waters since 1868 and exported nears 100 million dollars. This excludes by products. Most values secured in the last decade. The salmon product averaged over 8 million dollars annually in recent years.
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Alaska
Alaska- Yukon Magazine
Ana River Springs Oregon Puzzle of a Mighty Water Source
In southern Oregon the northern Summer Lake valley hosts three to four large springs that unite to form Ana River the lake’s main southern feeder. The semi arid region yields about 100000 gallons per minute with year round flow making the springs a constant puzzle for Geologists and explorers.
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Summer Lake
No More Japs for Haw Shifts Japanese Emigration Policy
Honolulu reports the Japanese Consul General announces no emigrants will be allowed to leave Japan for Hawaii except certain family-related cases. The planters warn labor shortages as Oriental labor stops and the contract labor laws block European recruitment, pushing needs to the U.S. mainland.
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United States
Snakes Hear Without External Ears Says St Nicholas
The article notes snakes lack external ears and have crude ear bones inside the head. They detect sound by vibrations through their bodies and by using a highly sensitive tongue rich in nerves. It adds that snakes have keen sight for motion.
Dentist Daggett Plans Return to Seward Office
Dr. C. T. Daggett, a dentist, will return to Seward for a short stay on the first boat after July 1 and establish an office above the drug store.
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Seward
Pouch Found Near City After Missing Mail Case
A registered mail pouch carrying 50 000 in currency and 100 000 in jewelry, sent from Los Angeles to New York, was reported stolen on June 6. It has been found in nearby bushes but all the money and nearly all the jewelry are missing.
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New Congress and the Welcoming Hand in Old and New Lands
Containing a quotation from Con man Quinn in Success Magazine. He contrasts a frontier spirit that welcomes newcomers with Washington’s doubt driven reception. He notes new citizens prove themselves after entry while Washington expects proof before acceptance. The passage critiques attitudes toward newcomers and ambition in the capital.
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Loeb
Perry
Conman Quinn
Success Magazine
Plague Strikes Caracas Amid Panic Across Social Levels
In Caracas the bubonic plague roils society as the president appeals for regional aid. Fear grips wealthy districts and cafes alike, with daily new cases surging and business and social life grinding to a halt, signaling a potential desolation.
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Caracas
Venezuela
Laguaire
Japanese Servant Breakage Ruse Ends with Comic Confession
A Japanese servant in a household vows to tell his mistress when he breaks any dish. During a entertaining parlor visit he suddenly appears, grins, and proclaims in a childlike tone that he will tell when he breaks something, adding a humorous line about breaking his pants.
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Success Magazine
Ophir Creek Riches Highlight New Town Boom
In a letter to John T. Reed, Mrs. Ramps Petersen reports Ophir Creek as fabulously rich with boom town prospects. She notes the richest pay on Nos. 8, 10, and LR above, good Nos. 4 and 2 below, and No. 3 below sold for 75000 though no holes have been sunk. No. 2 below bought by Vinal. Nome Nugget.
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Ramps Petersen
Ophir Creek
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