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Newspaper
Seward Weekly Gateway
Location
Seward, Alaska, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1908
Page
6
An Alaska Cordova Civic Club announces a plan to end labor strife through a communal system that shortens toil hours and distributes labor products. It envisions equal opportunities, powers like hydro and electric devices serving the people, not capitalists, and invites details of the plan.
A Sunday afternoon baseball match between Dora and Northern teams was announced for Branch park at 3 o clock. The grounds were prepared for athletic events and crowds arrived by horse and wagon. The day featured cheering spectators, muffed plays, and enthusiasm for local sport as Seward plans to add two strong teams to enliven evenings and holidays.
The Prospector notes rival Alaska factions at Juneau conventions naming national delegates for Perkins Bryan Johnston Heid White Wulff of Katalla antis and Staford Burkhart Shea Johns ton Reid Bion Dodge of Fairbanks with Corson as ye delegate and Cale as antis nominee Carson favored in the south Third division. The platform agrees with minor antis’ demand that Alaska men only appointive officials be chosen. Remaining details to be decided.
The Hoggatt faction will name Shackelford and it is probable the antis will name J G Heid of Juneau, who holds the post currently.
The article notes Alaska’s many railroad schemes, with government aid scrutiny. It highlights the Alaska Central as the only coast railroad showing strong progress, running to Seward and toward Fairbanks, tapping Matanuska coal and linking to Bonanza copper mines, suggesting it as the most practical interior route.
In a storm near Busby reef Prince William Sound the Saratoga ran onto rocks as Captain Sehage followed his six minute late course guidance by running time. Marine men in Seattle blame the master while praising the navigational skill of captains Nehaye Moo and others along the Alaska coast.
The article discusses the glacier stream in Seward and how it behaves seasonally. It notes winter dryness due to low water flow and spring avalanches from mountain snow that melt under sun and rain, though the Seward stream is fed from sources other than glaciers.
Heavy winter snow in the mountains melted slowly this spring raising flood risk. Officials note that thawed snow above the town could dam the stream if not properly managed. Plans to grade and stabilize the area aim to keep the river in its channel and protect the town from overflow.
Governor Hughes asserts the country upholds high moral business standards and vows to curb abuses. He praises honesty among business leaders while condemning corruption, infidelity to trust, and unfair practices, advocating free, honorable competition benefiting stockholders, employees, and the public.
Victoria Week columnist Charles Hr Gibbons argues New Zealand fixes wages by hours, stifling skilled work and private enterprise. He contrasts New Zealand’s low consumer comforts with America's pursuit of wealth, saying collective leveling dampens growth and investment.
The 11 o clock service will study Psalms with Sunday school at 12 15. An evening long service at 8 features a talk on Proverbs 26. All are welcome to attend. L H Pedersen pastor.
Alaska prospector A J Stone and partner anticipate a rush into the Mt McKinley region as placer and quartz finds attract development. He cites recent summer discovery near the Mt McKinley country and expects capital to finance dredge ground and machinery installation to unlock rich gold deposits.
Chicago authorities report on the estate of founder John Alexander Dowie shows Mrs Dowie received about one third of the personal property valued at 400. The up risers filed the report noting the wealth and indicating continued focus on remaining real estate assets.
Washington hints at a radical bill granting Alaska courts power to end labor strikes. Government seeks to protect north gold production and ensure fair play while avoiding unpunished work stoppages.
In the Territory of Alaska Kenai Precinct, In Probate, the estate of George West, deceased. TL. HL Hildreth as administrator will present the final accounting on July 16 at 10 a.m. in the Alaska court house for settlement of the estate. First publication May 16, 1908. Last publication July 4, 2008.
Notice to J. D. Sheldon that $800 in 1907 assessment work on the Ohio placer group of 10 acres near Cache Creek in the Kahiltna River district is required to hold the claim for 1907. Co-owner T. R. Wilson performed the work. If Sheldon does not contribute his share of $50 within 90 days after publication, his interest will be forfeited to Wilson. First publication May 23, 1908.
Miss Della Borst left for Boston after fatigue in Seldovia and traveled to Seward. She recovered during a stay there and decided to return to her teaching post to complete the term’s work. She resumed travel on the Northwestern to Seldovia.
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