Congress Pressed on Alaska Coal Bill Amid Monopoly Fears
Reports from Washington say strong pressure pushes congress to pass legislation aiding Alaska coal fields. The Senate has approved a coal bill with a clause banning monopolistic control of lands, while the House moves on a broad deficiency appropriation totaling 17 million dollars.
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Pooling coal land claims to spur Alaska mines
The Interior Secretary James R Garfield supports pooling coal land claims in Alaska to speed mine development. President Roosevelt pushes for speedy passage of a ship subsidy bill before adjournment. In San Francisco the jury in the Abe Ruef bribery case is discharged after thirteen ballots with no verdict. Prosecutor Heney vows to continue the case.
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Railroad freight rates to rise possibly in coming months
Washington reports indicate a likely increase in railroad freight rates within three to four months unless conditions improve. An interstate commerce commission member said carriers may raise rates or cut wages, marking the first major food price rise in years. Congress debates creating commissions and bureaus, with opposition noting wasted efforts.
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Seattle seeks Atlantic fleet move to northern waters
Seattle chamber leaders petition Secretary of the Navy Metcalf to order part of the Atlantic fleet to northern waters this summer. Metcalf replies that action must await his arrival in Seattle.
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Clam Hunting Party Plans More Fishing Trip
Mr. L. H. Pedersen and E. R. Gray with families went bay hunting yesterday. They carried two shot guns two rifles a revolver and two shovels. They had a good time and gathered about a peck of fine clams. They plan another outing for a string of fish. Alaska Cafe invites orders for special dinners.
Arbitration Pact With Japan Signed By U S Leaders
A general arbitration treaty between the United States and Japan has been signed by Secretary Root and Ambassador Takahashi. The agreement mirrors European patterns and follows Hague conference ideas, allowing The Hague arbitration for nearly all disputes between the signatory nations.
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Shipbuilders' Lockout Looms Over Glasgow Clyde Yards
Glasgow Clyde shipyards lock out 6,000 wood workers amid ongoing wage dispute between the Shipbuilding Employers' Federation and northeast coast ship workers who refused wage cuts. A total stoppage threatened, potentially impacting up to 250,000 men industrywide.
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Nome Sluicing Output Sees Record Thaw Boosts Gold
News notes a thaw and rain on Nome's gold belt spurring activity. Leading operators predict output this year will top last year with tundra wealth around 3,500,000 dollars and new submarine beach works yielding about 300,000 dollars. Water runs freely as ice breaks early and more gravel is hoisted than ever.
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Bank of Seward Opens With Confidence and Safety
We have founded an institution in which the people can deposit their money with a feeling of the utmost confidence and safety. Bank of Seward.
Northern mines push modernizations new electric conveyors
Reports from Alaska and the Klondike describe a spring cleanup with twenty hydraulic plants and eighteen dredges in Klondike Forty Mile and Stewart river districts. Guggenheims operate eight dredges and start three electric conveyors to bed rock, promising a revolution in northern mining. Meanwhile Cape Prince of Wales awaits the Corwin and Nome receives the first January mail and fresh food.
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Charity tale at Toledo dinner sparks grim question
Cyrus Townsend Brady, noted author and clergyman, recounted a Toledo dinner tale about a dying millionaire who asks if leaving about $100,000 to the church will secure salvation. The minister replies that it is well worth trying, a cautious nod to faith and philanthropy.
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