Another Big Payroll for Juneau Near Future
Alaska-Ebner pipeline of expansion moves toward a 200-stamp mill on Cape Horn Lode near Gold Creek with Angus Mackay in charge. Receivers oversee assets as reorganizing efforts advance, aiming to resume development and operation by early spring for Juneau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juneau
Cape Horn Lode
Gold Creek
Angus Mackay
kn-Ebner Company
Sullivan Smith
A. W. Middleton
New York
Lyons
Hammer
Alaska-Ebner Company
Mackay
Winn
Personal Mention From Sitka to San Diego
A string of notes lists residents and travelers: J. M. Lathrop of Valiez wintering at La Jolla. Mrs. Overfield set to sail on the Dolphin from Seattle. J. H. Cobb leaving Seattle for Juneau aboard the Dolphin. Stimson of Seattle visiting the district. Mr. and Mrs. Rigling of Treadwell heading to Sitka. Geo. J. Busch of Wells Fargo to Sitka on the Georgia. Dick Weber bound for Chicago on the Georgia. the Peysee couple of Douglas taking the Georgia to Sitka. J. D. and J. W. Harrington of Ketchikan registered at the Occidental. W. P. Mills of Sitka visiting Juneau. Alvin Goldstein confined by pneumonia. W. R. Wills ill with threatened pneumonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Stimson
Seattle
Mra. Chas, Rigling
Treadwell
Sitka
Geo. J. Busch
Wells-Pargo & Company
Georgia
Dick Weber
Chicagoff
J. B. Peysee
Douglas
J. D
J. W. Harrington
Ketchikan
Occidental
W. P. Mills
Juneau
Alvin Goldsteins
CANDIDATES FOR FEDERAL POSTS IN ALASKA
Willam J. Bunger of Nome seeks United States Marshal in the Second judicial division. Albert J Lowe ex Nome deputy and Wrangel deputy under Marshals Sutherland is named for a marshal post in Alaska. John T. Reed, former chief deputy clerk in Nome and later a local attorney, aspires to be district attorney of the Second judicial division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willam J. Bunger
Nome
United States
Albert J Lowe
Wrangel
Marshal Sutherland
Alaska
John T. Reed
Gald
Interesting Divorce Suit Between Annie and James Silvester
Annie Silvester sues for divorce from James Silvester with Burton representing the plaintiff seeking attorney fees. Z R Cheney files a cross bill for divorce on grounds of adultery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Silvester
James Silvester
Burton
Z. R. Cheney
Avalanche Kills Nine in Copper River Valley
Cordova dispatch reports a snow slide in the Copper River valley burying the Great Northern Development Co. structures. Nine believed dead include H. John Barto James McCaver and Frank Wahls. Rescue efforts continue as crews search for survivors among the debris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copper River
H. John Barto
James McCaver
Frank Wahls
Great Northern Development Co
Dolphin Sails From Seattle For Juneau And Ports
The Dol phin sails from Seattle at five this evening bound for Juneau and way ports. On board are Col. D. C. Jackling Alaska-Gastineau Mining Co director, H. Blooker F G Waney Milton Winn and wife L P Shackleford and wife Ernest Harris Mrs F E Martin Halgar Berg Miss Vada Davis R Roby R R Rogers Geo C Cantwell Miss M Clifton John G Smith R J Willis and Mrs P D Overfield wife of Judge Overfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Dolphin
Juneau
Col. D. C. Jackling
Alaska-Gastineau Mining Company
H. Blooker
F. G. Waney
Milton Winn
L. P. Shackleford
Ernest Harris
F. E. Martin
Halgar Berg
Vada Davis
R. Roby
Rich Strike Reported in Tunnel Near Town
A rumor claims the Alaska Juneau Company tunnel crew on the beach side found a rich quartz vein. Witnesses say rock samples indicate a value of about $20,000 per ton, though details remain unverified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska Juneau Company
First Visit To States In Ten Years
Postmaster Earl Hutter, returning from a brief vacation largely spent in Portland, Oregon, had not visited the Outside in ten years and noted Portland’s great progress. He found Seattle less impressive, praising Portland as a splendid city in prosperous condition with significant growth and changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Hutter
Portland
Ore
Seattle
Commercial Club Meeting Tonight Reports and Members
A Commercial Club meeting is scheduled for tonight with full attendance urged and several important topics to be discussed. A committee on securing new membership started this morning and a report is expected to be read.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Club
Mrs J V Davis Elocution Pupils Announced
Mrs J V Davis announces she will take a limited number of pupils for elocution lessons. Val valentine cut glass promotes quality purchases. Valentine's Store in Juneau displays new designs unseen in Alanka. W H Case offers souvenir spoons bracelets and novelties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. V. Davis
Valentine's Cut Glass
Alanka
W. H. Case
You Get New Ideas At Holiday Stock Show
A practical demonstration showcases diverse items for Christmas joy at a single venue. E. Valentine’s Jewelry Store in Juneau highlights how gathering under one roof offers options for gifts and festive shopping.
Congress moves to pass appropriations as probes resume
Washington reports Congress eyeing passage of bills including a 25 million legislative appropriations measure while investigations into money trusts campaign contributions and tariff hearings are planned. In Chicago Colonel Roosevelt addressed Progressive leaders outlining party history and warning Republicans against luring them back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Money Trust
Ways and Means Committee
Congress
House
Legislative Executive and Judicial
Chicago
Roosevelt
England Seeks Hague Ruling on Panama Canal Tolls
The British protest to the United States Senate demands arbitration by the Hague peace tribunal over canal tolls for British vessels in the Panama Canal. It warns that Britain will resist any exclusion of British ships owned or operated by Canadian railroads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Senate
United States
Great Britain
Wilson Has Plenty To Do While Governor Wilson Plans
Hamilton Bermuda December 10 President elect Wilson said he would be busy serving as governor and preparing to be president of a great nation at once. He noted he would make no more upending engagements while abroad or after returning to the United States. It is expected he will leave Bermuda within a few days, though no formal announcement has been made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebner Gold Mining Company
Humboldt
Alaska-Juneau Company
Parrish No
Mackays
Winn and Burton
Ate
Winn
New York
Juneau
Hamilton
Bermuda
Wilson
United States
Senators To Take A First Hand Tariff Side Deal
Washington dispatch reports House and Senate Democrats eye joint tariff duties cooperation. Chairman Underwood hints reforms from agate to fine and senators to shape initial Wilson tariff bill drafts next summer. Acknowledges growing cross chamber collaboration urged by Senator Hoke Smith and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Underwood
House Ways and Menus Committee
Senate Democrats
Wilson
Hoke Smith
Georgia
Senate
Senate Finance Committee
House
Ways and Means Committee
Retired Navy Officer Dies By Own Hand In New York
Richard H. Brownley a retired naval officer and former battleship Nebraska controller died by accidental self inflicted gunshot at his home last night in New York. The report references his collection of gold mounted fountain pens and a jewelry store offering Christmas gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Richard H. Brownley
Nebraska
K. Valentine’s Jewelry Store
Junent
Parker urged for attorney general post in Wilson era
New York reports that many Parker supporters push him as ideal attorney general for the Wilson administration. While praised as a brilliant lawyer, Parker’s appointment seems unlikely due to political disagreement with Bryan and questions about his acceptance of the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Alton B. Parker
Wilson
Parker
Bryan
Tudge Parker
Lane backs opening Alaska coal lands for development
Portland, Ore. Dec. 10. Dr. Harry Lane, who will succeed Senator Bourne in the U S Senate after March 4, says in an interview that Alaska coal lands should be opened up for development in the immediate future. He also favors a thorough congressional investigation into the status of Alaska coal lands and the patent applications by coal land claimants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Harry Lane
Jonathan Bourne
United States Senate
Alaska
Congress
Alaska Coal Lands
Gold Medals For Three Boy Scout Lifesavers
In Hood River Oregon on December 10 Rev Edmund Trew Simpson rector of St Marks Episcopal Church and local Boy Scouts commissioner announced that three scouts Bayard Stone Edmund Sonnicheen and Roger Simpson were awarded gold medals for rescuing a drowning comrade from a slough on the Columbia River. They formed a living chain and reached the victim as cramps threatened his life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood River
Ore
Edmund Trew Simpson
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Boy Scouts
National Commissioners
Columbia
Bayard Stone
Edmund Sonnicheen
Roger Simpson
Valentine’s Store Presents Attract Customers For Christmas
A newspaper reader sees an advertisement inviting shoppers to visit Valentine’s Store for a selection of beautiful presents described as “Just the thing.” The notice claims genuine new attractions for Christmas shopping and urges immediate visit.
Stork Brings Midget Girl at Trinity Hospital
New Kensington Pa December 10 A baby girl weighing a pound and a half was born at Trinity hospital to Mrs Arthur Bermo of Glassmere Doctors believe the child will live despite its tiny size Her head is well formed and covered with hair
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Kensington
Trinity Hospital
Arthur Bermo
Glassmere
Masons to Hold Ball at Elk's Hall
Mt. Juneau Lodge No. 147 F and A M announces a ball on December 26 at Elk's hall. Invitations will be issued soon and the event is expected to be very enjoyable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Juneau Lodge
Elk’s Hall
Valentine’s Store Seasonal Sale Promises Pleasure and Savings
A holiday promotion from Valentine's Store highlights seasonal bargains for pleasure and economy, emphasizing delight and satisfaction in gifts while promising a merry Christmas and appealing to shoppers seeking value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valentine's Store
Gun Test Explodes Hurling Breech Far Distances
New York December 10. A fourteen inch fifty ton gun being tested at the proving grounds exploded today and hurled the breech a quarter of a mile. No one was hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Proving Grounds
Big Reception for Mrs Wilson by New York club
New York dispatch reports Mrs Woodrow Wilson will receive a reception on December 21 hosted by the Woman's Democratic Club of New York with invitations accepted by a roster including Mesdames Grover Cleveland Adlai Stevenson of Trials John A Dix William Sulzer Judson Harmon of Ohio Eugene Foss Cesar W Underwood William J Gaynor and Thomas F Ryan. Chicago update notes YMCA in Chicago has seen strong church meeting gains with large memberships and further additions expected.
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New York
Woodrow Wilson
Woman's Democratic Club
Grover Cleveland
Adlairb
Stevenson
John A. Dix
William Sulzer
Judson Haron
Ohio
Eugene Foss
Massachusetts
Champ Clark
Cesar W. Underwood
William J. Gaynor
Thomas F. Ryan
Citizenship Granted by Judge Overfield
Sven Johansen Andra Martin Otto Edward Wilde and Youkin Vandberg were admitted to citizenship by Judge Overfield yesterday in a formal ceremony. The action marks the completion of naturalization proceedings for four named individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sven Johansen
Andra Martin
Otto Edward Wilde
Youkin Vandberg
Overfield
John Erwick jailed for selling whiskey to Indians
Douglas man John Erwick was committed to jail in default of bond on the charge of selling whiskey to Indians. C. R. Carroll filed location notices for four lode claims at Berner's Bay and three at Eagle River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Erwick
Douglas
C. R. Carroll
Berner’s Bay
Eagle River
Long-Standing Douglas Case Ends in San Francisco Ruling
Attorney ZH Cheney filed a circuit court of appeals mandate this morning ordering judgment for defendant Boone in Von Arx v Boone. The ruling ends the long drawnout dispute over the Smallwood property in Douglas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ZH. Cheney
Circuit Court of Appeals
San Francisco
Boone
von Arx
Smallwood
Douglas
Diamonds Offer Better Values From I J Sharrick
Diamonds, advertised as a wise investment, are imported under favorable auspices allowing I J Sharrick to offer better values than elsewhere. The brief notice emphasizes emphasized value and import source.
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I. J. Sharrick
Beautiful sets for wives at W. TH CASE store
Sully of Douglas offers four rooms for rent near M.G. Rogers' Store for those seeking space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. ¥. Sully
Douglas
Winter furs offered by W. H. Case for Christmas
W. H. Case advertises warm fur sets for Christmas and invites Juneau patrons to contact Hilary McKanna Transfer for prompt service in coal hauling freight baggage and delivery. Phone orders 57 or 55.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Case
Juneau
Hilary McKanna
Cholera Declines in Constantinople As Peace Talks Loom
Paris dispatch notes improved conditions in Constantinople due to foreign aid for the sick and wounded. Cholera remains prevalent among the poor, but deaths and suffering have lessened. Diplomats in London anticipate the Ottoman government conceding points at the peace conference opening December 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Constantinople
London
Austrian Fleet Concentrated at Paola Station
A Paris dispatch to the Daily Chronicle reports the entire Austrian fleet is concentrated at Paola, the main naval station of Austro-Hungary, as tensions rise. The notice notes strategic build up and potential for conflict at sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Paris
Daily Chronicle
Paola
Austro-Hungary
Austro Hungarian War Dept Sees Major Resignations
Vienna reports a wave of changes in the Austro Hungarian war department led by the resignations of Minister of War General Auffenberg and Chief of Staff General Schean, signaling upheaval at the top levels of military leadership.
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Vienna
Austro-Hungary
Auffenberg
Schean
Austrians on Servian Frontier Stir Serbia
News from Belgrade reports a large buildup of Austrian troops on the Servian frontier causing widespread excitement across Serbia. In Athens Greece named three delegates for the London peace conference. An advert invites readers to view Christmas goods in Juneau.
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Belgrade
Dec
Servian
Servia
Athens
Greece
London
Judge Malony Plans Cottage Construction in Juneau
Judge Malony returns from Sound and predicts a housing rush in Juneau as industrial development swells the population. With no available housing, he plans several cottages on land near Chicken Ridge. Construction will start once materials, plats, and surveys are ready and lots will be marketed after completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malony
Sound Cletics
Juneau
Judge Malony
Judge Malony and Associates
Chicken Ridge
More Rooms for Let in Alex Nadeau House
Mrs J W Woodford offers a room to let to a desirable person in the Alex Nadeau house located first north of C F Hooker’s residence. The stock of diamond goods on display at Valentine’s Store in Juneau is extensive, with various quantities, sizes, prices, and mounting styles.
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J. W. Woodford
Alex Nadeau
C. F. Hooker
Valentine's Store
Juneau
Daily Empire Offers Chili Con Carne Plan
Chili con carne served every night at Lockie McKinnon on Second Avenue with Daily Empire delivery in Juneau Douglas and Treadwell for 1.06 dollars per month.
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Lockie McKinnon
Second Avenue
Daily Empire
Juneau
Douglas
Treadwell
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ebner
Ebner Group
Alaska-Ebner Gold Mines Company
Valdemar T. Hammer
United States District Court
Southern District of New York
Alas
J. M. Lathrop
Valiez
la Holla
San Diego
Cal
Mr. Lathrop
Overfleil
Peter D. Overfield
J.H. Cobb
W. R. Wills
Cordova
Whoase
Prank Bach
Douglas Island
Royal Typewriter
Con
Gress
Olly
England
Hague
Agalinat
Panama Canal
Hague Peace Tribunal For Arbitration
Valentine
A. C
Judge Parker
Stork
Mrs. Wilson
Young Men's Christian Association
Commissioner's Court
Austrian War Department
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