No Land Indicated at Pole, Amundsen Reports
Captain Amundsen telegrams Norway stating no land indication near the North Pole and that depths suggest no land exists in the Norwegian Polar Basin. His observations align with Peary’s findings from the American side. The report notes no land in the mole vicinity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amundsen
North Pole
Government of
Norway
Norwesian
Polar Basin
Aminotsen
Robert E. Peary
Mole
Dividing Alaska Territory for Statehood Debate
The Empire argues for selective division of Alaska to enable earlier statehood where resources and governance are sufficient. Southeastern Alaska may form a state now, while other parts like the Tanana Valley Upper Yukon and Innoko Iditarod Kuskokwim regions could follow. Opponents from the First and Second Divisions resisted moving the capital, aided by Third and Fourth Division lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaska
Copperiver and Northwestern
Tanana Valley
Yukon River
Innoke
Iditarod
Kuskokwim
Alaskan
Anl
Fox Breeding School Opens in East
A new higher education venture enters the United States with the Rusch Fox Breeding School near Northeast, Pa. Founded by Lecihward Rusch, the first class begins a summer eight week session, with a larger first year planned. The program covers fox biology, breeding, and fur industry practices, reflecting a growing $20 million fur farming sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
University of Foxology
Hiusch School of Fox Breeding
Lecihward Rusch
Washington
American Fox Institute
Canada
Alredy
Plasa
Reynard
Cania
Ruseh School
Ameican Fox Institute
Busch
Rusch Fox Breeding Estates
Erie
Br'er Fox
Jackson Hole and elk preservation drive in Jackson Hole
A 1920s era column argues for creating a national park in Jackson Hole to protect elk and big game, urging land purchase and yearly hay crops to sustain wildlife through harsh winters. It notes tourism revenue, strong endorsements from notable figures, and critiques of converting the valley to farming or industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Jackson Tole
America
Izaak Walton League
League
Will H. Dike
Jackson Hole
Chittenden
Yellowstone National Park
Struthers Burt
North America
Theodore Roosevelt
Owen Wister
Burt
Yellowstone
Dainty bearer journey from birth to pelt or breeder status
The passage traces a path from birth to becoming either a pelt for Milday's adornment or a breeder of future pelts and pelt bearers. It covers lab work such as handling sexes, food prep, medical care, and plant operations, plus lectures on pelt value, marketing, shipping, and advertising. It notes Maine officials eyeing discoveries and land claims, with estimates of potential value and a remark on policing Eskimo violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milday
Along Life's Detour and Weather Jokes of the Season
A jumble of light sketches and quips reflecting old fashioned wit and modern flirtations. Observations of an Oldest Inhabitant note frost danger past and women's tea fashion. A monkey and ape banter about evolution while weather bits joke about heat and cold.
News of the Names Club Form in line, fellers don’t shave
A fragmentary row of chatter mentions Lulu Sparkes arriving from Dubois Tennessee and Preda A. Guarsie of Philadelphia, with light humorous asides about marriage, alimony, and porch furniture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Sparkes
Dubois
Tenn
Preda A. Guarsie
Philadelphia
Mt Juneau Lodge Holds Stated Meeting in Odd Fellows Hall
A stated communication of Mt Juneau Lodge No. 147 FP A M is set for Monday evening at 7 20 in Odd Fellows Hall. Work will be in the B A Degree. Visiting Brethren are cordially invited by order of W M and the secretary Naghel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt Juneau Lodge No
Odd Fellows’ Hall
McHas
Wallis Ceorge
Chas, KE. Naghel
Red Pepper Rub Offers Instant Deep Heat Remedy
A promotion for Red Pepper Rub claims rapid, penetrating heat easing rheumatic pains, soreness, and congestion without harm. It asserts tingling warmth in minutes, relief from sinus and chest discomfort, and urges keeping the rub on hand to prevent night pain and delays in treatment.
Tobacco and Criminality Debate In Wichita Beacon
A Wichita Beacon critique ridicules Dr S W Kress vice president of the Anti Cigaret Alliance of America for claiming tobacco makes dope fiends and forces hundreds of youths into crime. The writer mocks the premise and jokes about proving a promising boy harmed by baked potato cravings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Kan
Beacon
S. W. Kress
Mr. Bryan
End of ninth inning as fans react to late game exit
A lone spectator hurries toward the exit in a tense finish with the score 0 to 0 as the ninth ends and a possible late game unfolds. The crowd exchanges quips about onions and supper, while other snippets note wedding notices and humorous exchanges from various papers.
Roving with Flappers and Wives in a Candid Echo
A column sketches marriage and modern love with wry humor. It contrasts old and new roles as it jokes about housework, shopping, and flappers. The piece lightly satirizes gender norms and the allure of wealth versus happiness.
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Alaska Daily Empire
John W. Troy
The
Empire Printing Company
Second and Main Streets
Juneau
Douglas
Treadwell
Thane
Wilhelm
Germany
Macon
Mellon
Louisville Courier- Journal
Washington Dispatches
Coolidge
London
Houghton
Columbus Dispatch
Europe
Indianapolis Star
New York
Cincinnati Enquirer
Detroit Free Press
Balkans
Houston Post-Dispatch
Geneva
Intianapolis News
Atvest
Kelso
By Sam Hill
Ananias Club
California
Drs
Kaser & Freeburger
Goldstein
Charles P. Jenne
Valentine
Gastineau Channel
ELKS
Hal
G. FE. Freeburger
John A. Davis
Brothera
Freemasonry
Walter B. Hbeisel
OC. F. Silver Brow
Ge Lodge
My Odd Fellows’ Hall
J. WW
Start
Noble Grand
P. Brevik
A. W. Stewart
Seward Building
Rowles
Ball Park
Cineiati Ohio Enquirer
Tom Deming
Warren Tribune
Blank
Sheet Metal Works
W. C. Jensen
Winter & Pond Building
W. J. Pigg
Geo L. Barton
D. C
Messerschmidt Apte
I. L. Goddard
H. B. Makino
Front Street P. D
Helene W. L. Albrecht
S. Ff
J. M. Giovanetti
Mary Young
B.m.behrends Bank
Perseverance Rebekah Lodge NO. 2A
Hall
M. Mary Bayard
Mount Juneau
A. M
Order of the Eastern Star
At & O'Clock
I. O. O. F. Hall
Mary Weston
Fanny L. Robinson
Knights OF Columbus Seghers Council
Council Chambers
Fifth Street
Hector McLean
G. Ky
H. J. Turner
American Legion
Alford John Bradford
P. m
Harry Oe Fost
J. H. Bart
Order OF Moose Juneau Lodge
Moose Ifall
George Jorgenson
R. H. Stevena
Women OF
Mooseheart Legion
Moose Jiall
Catherine Helian
Rewzent
A. F. McKinnon
American Legion Regular
Cornclis
City Hall
Mra
E. M. Polley
M. C. Ducey
Pioneers OF
Moose Hall
Edna Radonich
Agnes Griggs
Capital Dye Works
C. Melcner
Juneau Public Library
Main Street
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