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Newspaper

The Daily Alaska Empire

Location

Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1914

Page

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Knox Agths 10 Free Thaw In Thaw Extradition Case

Philander C Knox acting as counsel for Harry Kendall Thaw appeared before the U S Supreme Court to oppose New York officials extraditing Thaw from New Hampshire. Knox argued that Thaw is a desirable noncriminal, and that New York law offers no remedy. He indicated a fee of 50000 dollars for the first year for handling Thaw’s liberty fight.

Washington Philander Co Knox Valley Forge, Pont. Torimerly Harry Kendall Thaw Supreme Court of the United States Andi Trief New York State Cals Thaw New Hampshire Mattews Mrr. Krox Tina Matus Alana News, Papermen Tha New York Knox O Thor

Tenakee Man Reported Missing Near Juneau

Spattle Alfs aged 67, owner of a restaurant at Tenakee Hot Springs near Juneau, disappeared yesterday from the Wingfeld hotel where he was staying after telling friends he had more than a hundred dollars in his wallet. Relatives and friends fear for his safety and authorities have begun a search for him.

Spattle H. T.alfs Tenakee Hot Springs Juneau Ameria Wingfeld

Villa and Gutierrez Arrive in Mexico City Amid Calm in Capital

Washington dispatches confirm the arrival of Villa and President Gutierrez in Mexico City and that General Zapata's troops maintain order in the capital. El Paso reports the capture of Guaymas, a Western Mexico seaport, by Mexican forces.

Washington Villa Gutierrez Mexico City Zapata el Pano Guaymas Mexico Cerranaiutes

Servian Army Defeated as Prisoner Toll Grows

Berlin reports the Servian army suffers a heavy defeat with 29,000 prisoners taken this week by Austrian forces. The fall of Servia is celebrated in Vienna and Rome amid rumors of further Turkish troop transport and German victories advancing on multiple fronts.

Berlin Servia Viennede Rome Thellitatad Onmi Mohammpiodan Ailie Eist Hohenwollern

Seattle Fur Prices Plummet at First Sale in Coils

Seattle fur sales agency held its first auction with weak demand and lower prices. Quoted ranges show mink, lynx, martens, otter, fisher, coyote, raccoon and other furs priced from a few cents to several dollars, with outlook for improvement if weather turns colder.

Seattle Mave Europa Mink Lynx Marten Coast Fisher Fnland Cress Polar Tees

Yukon musher and miners plan winter camp near Chisana

The Dawson Daily News reports Yukon mushers Hamshaw and colleagues plan a winter camp near No 1 Skodkum after a season closing. About 159 to 200 men may work there with 43 to 46 dollars pay per pan, four feet wide pay lines, and roadhouses along the Dinwoan-Chisana trail to remain open for shelter and supply.

Hilly Wumame Charley Fogels Bers Chinas Williams Olitime Yukon Dawson Daily News Ning Dhase Horace Hamshaw Chisana Dinwaon-Chisana White River

Schiff interview urges restraint amid European war risk

Jacob H. Schiff tells the New York Times America should seek behind the scenes influence to end the Great War and secure a lasting peace. He warns against a total German victory and urges America to press for a cautious understanding before massive damages occur.

Jacob HB. Schiff New York Times America Germany Schiff England United States

Roosevelt Declares He Is A Private Citizen Of The Private Sort

At national headquarters of the Progressives Col Roosevelt said he is a private citizen and has nothing to say about elections in any state. The remark came after Bull Moose leaders met to discuss results. Taft later spoke at Grand Central Terminal delivering lectures.

Attesn Col- Rosuavele Toca Progressive Party Bull Moose Hai Thal George “W. Porkina Frederick M. ‘Davenport Cand Dni Albert Jo Bervéridge Indiana Chauncey J Hamillin Congress Cropley Winds Jnne Addams William Howard ‘Taft Grand Central Chicago Piernoon Col. Roosevelt Taft Gaia Dao

Negotiations to End Strike Ended Without Decision

After two days of talks, the med igtors, chosen from stikers and operators, adjourned in Bellefontainn without reaching a decision. Fifteen thousand and miners have been on strike for the past five months.

Cleveland C. Bec Arenue Medigtors

Roosevelt Birthplace Sold in Foreclosure Action

The Theodore Roosevelt birthplace at 20th Street in New York was foreclosed on by the Mortgagee Rough Riders Realty Company for failure to meet mortgage payments. The sale follows foreclosure proceedings.

New York Theodore Roosevelt Hust Twentieth Street Dharlifiat Suction Rough Riders” Realty Company

Principal in Lynchings Pardoned in Oregon Case

Special to The Oregon Times reports Governor West pardoned Joseph Cassidy a former deputy sheriff for Grant County who aided in the murder of Oliver Snyder. Snyder, under arrest for Snyder’s murder, was to be turned over to Albert Green. Five men including Hinton, Grey, and the Shisids were convicted and sentenced. Hinton and the Shids were later pardoned in 1915.

Leatter Sslin Orégon West Joseph “Hy Cassidy Aherift Cof Grant County Oliver Snyder Snyder Arthur Green

Rorabaugh Wins Valdez Skate Race

Valdez rink event ends with Ray Rorabaugh defeating Leopold and Ike Beal in a 22 lap roller skating race. Capen and Morris highlighted performances from the Leopold team, while Albert Hickokie beat Charlie Johnson in a two man sprint. The crowd enjoyed a lively program as the band played.

Valdez Tie Ray Rorabaugh Leopold Tient Ike Beal Chri

Man Falls On Street Breaks Leg In Alleged Robbery Crime

In a foggy Sunday incident on Stedian Street near the bridge Pan. Ale Donald was injured when he fell and fractured his ankle. Reports circulated he was robbed during a scuffle. Donald was helped up by a passerby and taken to hospital. Unclear whether any money was missing or spent.

Ketchiran Ale Donald Stedian Street McDonald Mexiginie Cama Andy

Pratt’s Map Spurs Aid to Navigation Push

Washington praised a special Seattle Chamber of Commerce report for highlighting Captain Pratt’s map that shows Alaska’s coast extending into the United States. The note urges improved lighthouses and beacons to protect commerce and mariners on the Pacific Northwest coast from British Columbia to Alaska and California, stressing life and property safety.

Pratt Alaisten Tunean Cuinana Tober Washington United States M Mnipo Alapia Georgia Aleutian Rerla California Ue Takotas Minnasots Wisconsly Rasine Allagouri Saattic Po Seattle Chamber of Commerce slHoe Ir Shipping Columbia Soast

Woman charged in Mann act case in San Francisco

Katdrive Hubbird of Taconia, wife of a Northwestern business owner, and Alfred Archit Levis of Vancouver face charges under the Mann Act after an early morning pickup at a Bush Street hotel. Hubbird arrived with a male companion from the north days ago as police prepared to arraign them.

San Francisco Katdrive Hubbird Taconia Alfred Archit Levis Hubbard

John D loses boat to Bermuda court action

Fragmentary OCR describes a British government action involving John D and a boat case tied to Bermuda. The text references a standard oil company, August dates, and a British arrival, but details are unclear due to damage.

Rate cases tabled by Louis for Interstate Commission

The article notes that rate cases were tabled by Louis amid discussions of the applicant’s alignment with river traffic forms and potential interstate commission actions. It mentions a preliminary decision delaying passage and the likelihood of further hearings and formal submissions.

Fairbanks Couple Weds in Fractured Notice

Fairbanks News Minor reports a wedding between Lars Parndys of Hot Syringe and Mirs Rona Barkleys, officiated by Rev G GiB at Aboomungsetage in the evening. The couple plans to depart for their home at Hot Springs where the groom operates.

Lars Parndys Mirs Rona Barkleys Wall Amors G. Gib Aboomungsetage Hot Springs Tts Pairbanks News

Ble Roller Skate Masquerade Night Event

A chaotic fragment mentions a Ble Roller Skate Masquerade tied to a Christ mag night and a phrase Tell it to vovarhody. Details are limited but indicate a local event with costume elements and a festive atmosphere.

Germans Drown in Canal Report From Berlin

London December 4 Two hundred Germans were drowned in the canal attempting to cross by motor boat wires as per a Daily News correspondent Berlin official statement says French troops in Flanders are attacking Germans but the counter reports claim Allied forces have occupied border forts Belfort fortress new German plan is being issued as a result of the engagement

London Yuor Canal Daily News Berlin Flandory Germinolihe Cialme Diesmen le Toto D'Anz Foyih Honliomtic Alwiitian Belfort

Kalter Return Reported From Poland In Indefinite Prey

Berlin bulletin from war offices states the Kalter has returned from Poland for an indefinite period. The Kaiser's palace is being put in order and the publication notes the value of the from Berlin for several weeks and months.

Berlin Poland

Russia orders steel gages for pontoon bridges in the zone

New York December 4 an agent of the Russian government placed an order for steel gages used in pontoon bridge construction in the overseas zone, according to a statement issued by the maker.

New York Russia Fallon Ovar

Johnson Outlaw Signs With Chicago Federals For Two Seasons

Walter Johnson of the Washington Nationals declined a contract with the Chicago Federals for the next two seasons. He will receive 17 500 per century and a 5 000 signing bonus. The Giants contract was also reported for next season.

ST. Louis Walter Johnson Atar Hurler Washington Nationals Nignad Jou ‘Tinker Chicago Feder Leagie Cen Htm Johnson

Taft Urges Economy In Federal Affairs Debate

A Detroit report notes Taft urging a stronger economy and restraint in federal government administration. The fragment references former president Taft and economic policy discussions.

Detroit Mich Anon

PL rebuilding its wharf in Seattle

The Grand Trunk Railway Company is constructing a new wharf in Seattle after the old structure was destroyed by a storm. Local authorities report ongoing work to restore access and safety at the port facilities.

Seattle Die Grand Trunk Railway Company i

Fire devastates dining area and apartments in town

A Sunday blaze at Anyex dining room near the smelter in Pringe Rupert destroyed several sleeping quarters. Eight residents were affected, with personal belongings saved. Cause under investigation. no injuries reported. Humboldt sailing tonight with passengers including Mrs Henry Olson and others boarding at Shattle for Tacoma and Alaska.

Rupert

Notables Gather On Battlefront in World War Dispatch

London reports enthusiasms among allied troops as King George may extend his stay in France. A Times dispatch notes a battlefield meeting with King Albert of Belgium King George President Poincare Joffre Kitchener and Abbe Lamaire. The Prince of Wales is mustered into active service with the British army under General Sir John French.

London Liam George England Mall France Albert Belgium M. Raymond Prince of Wales Theritigh Sir John French

Karlshrue Sails South in Atlantic Search for Slips

Reports from New York say the German cruiser Karlshrue was sighted off the Florida coast while a steamship Zacapa, arriving from Damien, investigates slips and lifeboats in the North Atlantic. Officals caution credence amid unrelated wartime sightings and misinformation.

New York Dec Avdols North Atlantic Ocean Uie-alllos Zacapa Damien Zackpa Karlshrue Florida Karlehrad

Saxon state seeks 50 million loan to ease war distress

Amsterdam dispatch reports Dresden Unnpatch stating Saxon government will request a state loan of 50,000,000 to relieve distress in Saxony caused by the war. The proposal aims to fund relief efforts and stabilize finances amid postwar hardship.

Amsterdam Dresden Unnpatch Saxony

Woolens for Men Ordered by Allies in New York

New York dispatch records a French government contract for 2,350,000 woolen sweaters 1,600,100 pairs of woolen gloves 600000 woolen scarfs and 600000 woolen socks. Work to be distributed among several woolen mills.

New York Tven Goverment

Akron Balloon Project Aims for Military Use

Akron reports a 4 A dirigible airship under construction for the United States with machine guns wireless telegraph gear and air instruments. Officials say upon completion the government plans to order larger airships with full wire equipment for military use.

Akron Dee United States

Radio Telegraphy Pinpoints Time Difference Between Washington and Paris

A dated report notes tests by radio to determine the time difference between Washington and Paris with a measured 17 hours 36.608 minutes difference. The lines transmitted covered 175,000 miles, showing the explosive potential of wireline timing for global signals.

New York Washington Paris

Salem relief fund only for charity aid rules clarified

Washington Nov 4 The Controller of the Treasury ruled that the Salem relief fund of 4200 000 given by the government must be used for charity and no part may be applied to rehabilitation or the city.

Washington the Treasury

Unclear OCR fragment hints at cable seizure or capture

The readable text is fragmentary with garbled names and numbers. It mentions a cable state and a seizure or capture involving a large sum, but specifics are unclear. No cohesive event or identifiable entities are extractable from the damaged passage.

Woman Seeks Work By Day Or Week Ad Declares

Readable fragment shows Adidreya seeking employment by day or week through box 386, 355 Tuneit, oF Phons, with contact details and date line 12-13t.

Adidreya

Germans, Trying 10 Cut Center Near Lodz

London dec 4 Petrograd says a major battle grows southeast of Lodz as German forces press to pierce the Russian center. Reports note German prisoners captured at Wieliczka wearing uniforms, and Bartfelt seized with eight officers and 1200 men surrendering to Cossacks. No noon change at Przemysl as Russians attack fortifications. Vienna bulletins claim Russian pressure easing the fortress.

London Petrograd Lodz Pall Mall Gazette Emone Wieliczka Cracow Bartfelt Przemysl Vienna

Portuguese Troops to Engage Germans in Angola and South Africa

The Portuguese prime minister announced that four expeditions were at Angola and that Portuguese possessions in South Africa are reportedly invaded by German troops. The declaration underscores a law-making body's special convocation as the empire mobilizes.

Lishon Duce Thi Portugal Angola Portusa Hava

Peace Movement Paper Passes Censor in Amsterdam

An English summary notes that unofficial suggestions from the Welfare Union in Berlin urge neutral nations and peace advocates to unite and prepare a potential overture through a neutral power, possibly the United States. The German censorship allows mention of the movement as favorable to the government, reflecting cautious acceptance.

Amsterdam Holland Welfare Union Berlin

Unclear Article Fragment Leaves Ambiguous Figures

The readable lines report Germany and Prussia related figures with references to workers in Germany, 2,000,008, and a $76,000,000 estimate. Names and precise context are missing, leaving a fragmentary, uncertain war era snipe with no coherent events or dates to anchor.

Peace placards torn down in Germany London

December 4 report from Copenhagen correspondent in Daily Mall notes placards demanding peace appear nightly in the suburb near Berlin. Authorities remove them, but they reappear next night, suggesting a persistent but unclear organization behind the peace posters.

Germany London Copenhagen Mall Todey Heirs Herlin Suberby Berlin Isar Ras Iif Urthir Huritattora

Alien businessmen to pay the fiddler in London

A December 4 report notes a British House of Commons bill to seize profits from properties held in trust for enemies of the empire. The measure targets dividends and profits belonging to Germany Austria and Turkey, directing these profits to be paid to a public fund.

London Dommngny Germany Austria Turkey

Empire Tops Alaska Paper Circulation With Readership Lead

The Empire reports a larger readership than any other Alaska newspaper, emphasizing its dominant position in the state press landscape.

The Empire Alaska Amas

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