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Newspaper

The Daily Alaska Empire

Location

Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1925

Page

8

Knights of Columbus Visit Entertained in Juneau Tonight

A 150 member Knights of Columbus party from San Francisco arrives aboard the Princess Louise in Juneau and is greeted by local leaders. They tour Mendenhall Glacier, attend lodge ceremonies, and are hosted by the Altar Society with a dance and reception at Parish Hall before sailing on the Princess Leonvise later tonight.

Knights of Columbus San Francisco Juneau K. of Ladies of the Altar Society Princess Louise Pacific Steamship Company Seghers Council Mendenhall Glacier Parish Hall Leonvise Thuid Fo Supple Dan TP Mater Thomas Ho Ppont Nicholas Flatley California Comeil Knights of Columbus Alaska

Berry's Cadillac Rebuilt Appears in Juneau Streets

The seven passenger Cadillac of Berry Taxi Service returns to Juneau after a March fire nearly destroyed it. Rebuilt by Seattle Re-Build Company and assembled by Juneau Motor Company, the car debuts fully restored. An Oakland car damaged on the Thane road will need a new top before it can operate in about two weeks.

Herry Taxi Serrie Juneau Seattle Juneau Motor Company Oakland Thane Road

Eagle Boat Crew A Dashing Juneau Dance At Hall

A large crowd filled A. Bo Hall in Juneau for the Eagle boat fleet annual cruise night. Dances opened at 30 dollars with a nine piece orchestra from the Eagle Boat hand. by 10:30 the floor was packed as ships crews and locals enjoyed a lively evening in a red white and blue decorated hall.

Eagle Boat Alaska Juneau A. Bo Hall Hand of the Eagle Jinean

Rev McQueen to Preach Tomorrow at Jupeau Church

Rev J T McQueen, longtime local Methodist pastor now district superintendent, visits Jupeau on official business and will lead both services tomorrow. He is scheduled to speak at 11:00 AM and again in the evening.

J.T. McQueen Jupeau

Missionary Couple Travel on Northwestern to Ketchikan

Dr W D Forbes of the Presbyterian Church Missions and Mrs Forbes were passengers aboard the steamer Northwestern bound for Ketchikan. They will stop over in the First City for several days then proceed to the States. The Forbes have recently visited the westward and interior where Forbes pursued church mission business and they called on friends in Juneau during the steamer's port visit.

W. D. Forbes Presbyterian Church Missions Forbes Northwestern Ketchikan Juneau

New Store Ads Spotlight Fresh Arrivals Today

Local shops unveil first appearance of new items in ads. Highlights include latest electronics, apparel, and household goods showcased with introductory prices. Shoppers encouraged to visit for early access and exclusive launch offers.

Feature Dance At A. R. Pall Tonight

A dance night at A. R. Pall promises two acts with mushie acts and combined orchestras including the Alnuskans the Princess Lenise Orchestra and the Bugte boats orchestra. The beauty contest features the California radios aboard the Princess Louise Knights of Columbus party, about 100 focal belles, with a keen contest between delegations. Special selections begin promptly at 8 o clock.

A. RB. Pall California Knights of Columbus

New Gill Net Order Prohibits Salmon Fishing by Gill Nets

The Bureau announces new fishery rules affecting gill nets in the Sopper River and Bering River areas. The order prohibits fishing for salmon by gill nets attached to anchored boats or floating equipment in both areas. The Pacific Steamship Company vessel Admiral Rogers is due in Juneau at 7 tomorrow morning from the south with 50 tons of freight, then to Skagway, Haines and Sitka.

Sopper River Bering River Department of Commerce Admiral Rogers Pacific Steamship Company Juneau Tere Skagway Haines Sitka

Elks Prepare Annual Picnic on Marmion Island Tomorrow

Weather predicts fair skies as Elks plan a large turnout at Marmion Island with busy commissary teams sourcing hot dogs buns ham and coffee. Chairman Rice reports ample supplies including ice cream sherbet punch and two Alma ferry trips to transport attendees and equipment.

Mize U. S. Weather Bureau Elks Marmion Island Rice Wenries Juneau Plense Grounds Alma Loopoom Cray

Local Man Arrested and Boat Seized at Sitka Booze Charge

Fred McGill, a noted Sitka gas boat man, was arrested Thursday evening after a gashoat Iowa search by JR W DeArmond of the Customs Service and Deputy Marshal Stanley Thomas. A small quantity of whiskey and beer was found aboard. He was bound over to the federal grand jury on charges of possessing and transporting intoxicating liquor. The boat is reportedly being held.

Fred McGill Sitka Gashoat Iowa U. S. Attorney JR. W. DeArmond Customs Service Stanley Thomas McGill Peteral Wrand Bem

Empire Ad Reads Old Papers For Sale In Store

A listing from The Empire advertises old papers for sale at the store. The notice highlights archival issues and invites collectors to inquire in person.

the Empire

Miracle Revival After Nine Days Restores Brooklyn Girl

In Brooklyn a 15 year old girl named Roberta Wagner rose from her bed nine days after prayers for a speedy painless death, crediting Saint Theresa for the recovery as churches nationwide joined in prayer.

Brooklyn Roberta Wagner St. Theresa

Jury finds Masci not owner of liquor

Pete Masri was acquitted after a quick jury verdict in the W U S Commissioner's Court. He testified he had no knowledge of whiskey found buried under a cabin he occupied and claimed he had told prohibition agents to search there without a warrant.

Pete Masri W U. S V. A Masei Prohibition

Robinson seeks early retirement after navy career

Washington June 20 Rear Admiral J K Robinson, twice denied promotion while serving as Chief of Navy Engineering and tied to approving oil leases for Sinclair and Doheny, has applied for early retirement. The Navy Department and President Coolidge reportedly favor retirement. Sinclair securities rise on Cheyenne ruling. Doheny gains on paper. Albert Fall offers no comment beyond faith in courts after Kennedy's Teapot Dome decision.

Washington J. K. Robinson Navy Engineering Sinclair and Doheny Navy Department Coolidge Robinson Fall Three Rivers Kennedy Teapot Dome Albert FB

Fire Destroys Western Mattress Plant in Seattle

Fire believed started in a silk picking machine caused $78,000 in damage to the Western Mattress factory plant in Seattle last night. The blaze surged spectacularly as mattresses burned, drawing emergency crews and onlookers to the scene.

Seattle Western Mattress Factory

Spokanis Pioneer John PMackett Dies at 99

Spokanis Washington resident John PMackett aged 99, a pioneer of the Couer Alene district, was informed today.

Spokanis Wash John Pmackett Couer Alene

Heir Inherits $3 Million from Venezuelan Brother Pat

Portrait notes Pat of Venezuela left $3,000,000 to his sister who died at 104. John, a Civil War veteran, is credited with making and losing several fortunes and plays a central role in the inheritance tale.

Pat Venezuela John

Also Mentioned on This Page

Caseys Berry Cadillac McQueen Mrs. Forbes Mae Murray Robert Z. Leonard Paris Rogers Aca Miracle Masci Ayada Hotel Outalie Rooms Rexall Front St L. C. Smith J. B. Burford & CO The Eagle Boats Orchestra Princess Louise Orchestra Alaskans A. B. Hall Puzzle Police Mary Bowers Luther Bowers Detroit Bower Prevel Field and Robert Simpson Skaeffer Borden’s Happy Home Hart Schaffner & Marx Hart Schaffner & Marx Coats Goldstein’s Emporium
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