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The Daily Alaska Empire

Location

Juneau, Alaska, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1914

Page

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Villa Rejects Maas Over Infidelity Charge

Gen Villa refuses Gen Maas request to join Federals and avenge the Mexican occupation, stating Maas aided the February 1913 treason that removed Madero and led to his death. Rebel sharpshooters on P idras Island Mazatlan fire on the Fed gumboat Morelos as it runs aground. Federal artillery fails to dislodge them.

Torreon, Mex Villa Maas Mexico Madero Washington Admiral Howard Pacific Fleet United States Navy Navy Department Pidras Island Mazatlan Morelos

Messerschmidt Building Under Heavy Concrete Pour

Construction began today on the Messerschmidt building on Second Street between Main and Seward. The three story plus basement structure will be fireproof with steel and concrete, metal doors, and wire glass windows. Concrete pouring started shortly after the mixer was set up as materials had been staged and steel deliveries completed.

Messerschmidt Second Street Main Seward

Personal mentions of Alaska travelers and arrivals

Judge J R Winn returns from Ketchikan aboard the Dolphin. J L Carlson heads cannery business in Juneau while A H Joy arrives in Juneau for several days of legal work. Capt R E Davis and Mrs Davis guests of Hotel Cairn after arriving in Juneau. Miss Ida Crenshaw sails to Seattle for month long visit before returning. Mrs George Max Esterly travels via Alameda to the States. Frank Parish reports back on the Alameda. Harry Warren sails to the States aboard the Alameda from Fairbanks and Chisana trip. William Bayless departs for Seattle on Spokane. Rev Father Sergius Kostrometinoff sails on Spokane to New York. Mrs H H Davis of Sheep creek sails to Seattle on Spokane tonight.

J. R. Winn Ketchikan J. L. Carlson Taku Harbor Juneau A. H. Joy Jureau Capt R. E. Davis Tee Harbor Ida Crenshaw Alameda Manady Seattle George Max Esterly Copper River Alameda Frank Parish Harry Warren Fairbanks Chisana William Bayless Shackleford & Bayless Spokane Sergius Kostrometinoff New York H. H. Davis Sheep Creek Spo Kane

Fishermen anticipate strong season at Tee Harbor

Captain R E Davis announced readiness for the fishing season at Tee Harbor. The team has driven trap piles and prepared cans, awaiting the salmon run. Davis and his family, after a few days in Juneau, departed on the cannery tender for Tee Harbor.

Tee Harbor R. E. Davis Capt. Davis Juneau

Little Boy Undergoes Double Operation At Home

Morgan Evans, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Evans, underwent a double operation yesterday morning at his parents home. He endured the procedure manfully and is resting comfortably today. Dr. L. O. Egginton assisted by Dr. H. C. DeVighne performed the operation.

Rugs for sale by Waldron Co Seattle at 1322 Fourth Ave

Waldron Co Seattle offers a large assortment of rugs including odd sizes. They ship on approval to responsible people and specialize in rugs at Henry Building, 1322 Fourth Avenue. All inquiries answered and cuts sent.

Waldron Co Seattle Fourth Avenue Henry Building

Dorang Prescription Pharmacy Ad Claims Pure Drugs

An advertisement from Dorang Prescription Pharmacy proclaims absolutely pure and undiluted medicines. It emphasizes the store’s reliability and reputation for supplying only the best medicines and questions any notion of selling lower quality products. Phone 3. 5-o-tf.

Dorang Prescription Pharmacy

Gus Winckler Fined for Annoying Girls in Municipal Court

Gus Winckler was found guilty of annoy ing girls and young women and fined 25 dollars by City Magistrate E W Pettit in the municipal court this afternoon.

Gus Winckler E. W. Pettit

Weather Summary for Today

Twenty four hours ending at 3 p m. maximum four degrees minimum thirty three degrees. Clear skies prevailed with no precipitation reported.

Baseball season opens here Sunday in Juneau

Ju neau manager P E Jackson announces the first game of the season will be at Recreation park Last Chance basin Juneau next Sunday against Treadwell. The return of good weather and new grounds boost fan anticipation as the squad shapes up with Dugan Fori Reid Mullen Len Hurlbutt Callan Hester Molloy McNimins. Positions are tentative with Callan away on duties and others shifting roles for the coming season.

P. E. Jackson Juneau Recreation Park Last Chance Basin Treadwell Mr. Jackson Jackson Dugan Fori Reid Mullen Len Hurlbutt Callan Hester Molloy McNimins Sheep Creek Ford R. W. Walzen

Well Known Juneau Couple Are Married

Mary Van G. Warren Fenton and her husband were united in marriage last evening at the Rectory of Trinity Episcopal church with Rev. George E. Renison officiating. Witnesses were Mrs. A. Williams and Mr. Earl B. Wilson. The bride came to Juneau from Porcupine Ontario and has run the Orpheum hotel, while the groom, a surveyor for the General Land Office, will join government surveys in Alaska’s coal fields and the new railroad.

Mary van G . Warren Fenton Trinity Episcopal Church George E. Renison A. C. Williams Earl B. Wilson Juneau Porcupine Ontario Canada Orpheum Hotel Fenton General Land Office F. W. Williamson Matanuska Government

Hydroplane to Reach Island Patients on Gastineau Channel

Dr H C DeVighne plans rapid hydroplane service to his island patients on Gastineau Channel. The craft nears completion and will begin operation within days after engines arrive aboard the City of Seattle. Capt Waldo States supervised construction and will install the machinery.

H. C. DeVighne Gastineau Channel Seattle Waldo States

New Department Manager Arrives For Juneau Coal Trade

C H Wilbur Jr Alaska sales manager for Pacific Coast Coal and Pacific Coast Steamship arrived in Juneau on the Spokane's last trip and assumes charge of the coal business with Juneau as headquarters. He plans to introduce brunettes as a new fuel product to local consumers, aided by Agent S H Ewing. A Seattle factory recently completed for brunettes production.

C. H. Wilbur, Jr Alaska Pacific Coast Coal Company Pacific Coast Steamship Company Pacific Coast Company Juneau Spokane S. H. Ewing Seattle

Martin J OBrien Retained for Japs in Kaijita Murder Case

Martin J OBrien has been retained by H Yamaguchi and K Yamashita bound over by U S Commissioner J B Marshall to await grand jury action on the murder charge of T Ka jita at Chatham on April 24. Konesaki and H Akanabe, witnesses at the preliminary hearing, are held on $500 bond to appear before the grand jury and are jailed in default of bond money.

Martin J. O'Brien H. Yamaguchi K. Yamashita U. S J. B. Marshall T. Kajita Chatham K Onesaki H. Akanabe

Classified Rent and Notices From Empire Office

List of names including B. J. Guffey H Howard F Green and wife Seattle F W Colwell Vancouver W a Power Seward Mrs E T McBrien Mrs George Mc Gee Skagway F Taylor Portland W J McLeod Seward announces Found Watch and Job Inquire at Empire office 5 2 2 Typewriters for rent See W H Case 2 17 tf

B. J. Guffey H. Howard F. Green Seatle F. W. Colwell Vancouver Wash F. W. Power Seward E. T. McBrien George McGee Skagway F. Taylor Portland W. J. McLeod Watch and Job Empire Office W. H . Case

Jack Dalton Arrives to Buy 100 Horses for Alaska Rail Road

Washington dispatch reports Jack Dalton traveled to Idaho and Washington to purchase 100 horses for the Alaska railroad engineers. Lieutenant Frederick Meara and Thomas Riggs Jr. were in New York buying surveyors instruments for the railroad survey parties. William C. Edes announced Seattle headquarters will be maintained for a time to direct operations from there.

Washington Jack Dalton Idaho Alaska Dalton Frederick Meara Thomas Riggs, Jr New York Seattle William C. Edes Seatle

England Demands Payment At Once From Hayti Sawmill Loss

Port au Prince May 6 Great Britain demands immediate payment of 62000 dollars as compensation to a British subject whose sawmill was destroyed in the recent revolution. An ultimatum expires at six this evening.

Port AU Prince Hayti Great Britain

Yukon navigation update from Dawson to Lower Labarge

May 6 report states navigation should open between Dawson and Lower Labarge within ten days. The Yukon River is currently open from Lower Labarge to 15 miles north of Hootalinqua with small boats following the ice.

Dawson Y. T

McBride Plans Spring Clean-Up Forces Town Exits

Chief William McBride launches a spring clean-up targeting undesirables. Yesterday William Wallace and Fred Strom faced two choices: join the chain gang as common wags or leave the town. Strom plans to go fishing tonight and Wallace says a promised job will keep him moving tonight.

William McBride William Wallace Fred Strom Strom Fushing Wallace

Camp Fire Girls Dance Following Friday Entertainment

A dancing party will follow the Camp Fire Girls entertainment Friday evening in Ellis hall. Prof. J. Sumpf leads the music and a good time is expected for attendees. Proceeds will boost funds for the group’s Sitka summer outing.

Camp Fire Girls Ellis’ Hall Prof. J. Sumpf Sitka

Grand Theatre Tonight Opens Doors at 7 30

Tonight and through summer the Grand Theatre opens at 7 30 p m with an 8 p m start. Programs include The Bond of Brotherhood Thanhouser drama Her Ladyship's Page Great Events The Ocean Temp est Balkan War scenes An Interrupted Elopement and After Darkness Light a -reel feature for tomorrow.

Grand Theatre Grand France

Reserved Passages for Spokane and Petersburg Listings

The notice lists reserved passages for Spokane tonight including Mrs H H Davis Mrs William Banke Charles Wappler Father George Kostrometinoff H G Verhang William Bayless and for Petersburg Frank Verhang.

Spokane Seattle H. H. Davis William Banke Charles Wappler George Kostrometinoff H. G. Verhang William Bayless Petersburg Frank Verhang

Meeting of the W C T U at Mrs Thompson's home

The W C T U will meet Thursday afternoon May 7 at 2 30 at Mrs Thompson's home. Visitors are welcome. Mrs J C Hyde Recording Secy

Notice to Elks Regular Meeting in Juneau Lodge Tonight

Regular meeting of Juneau Lodge No. 420 B P C E is tonight with important business and initiation planned. G F Forrest E R and B C Jameson, Secy, announce the event.

ELKS Juneau Lodge No G. F .Forrest E.R. B. C. Jameson

Woman's Social Union Meeting Promised by Methodist Church

The Women's Social Union of the Methodist church will meet Friday at 2 p m at the home of Mrs. C H Smith on Distin Avenue. Visitors welcome.

Woman’s Social Union Women's Social Union of The Methodist Church C. H. Smith Distin Avenue

For Sale Small Restaurant Prime Location

For sale small restaurant with good business. Owner retiring, asking bargain price. Contact E Moore General Delivery Juneau for details. Sale notice dated June 1931.

E. Moore Gen Cal Juneau

For Sale 18 ft gasoline launch with Palmer engine

For sale a gasoline launch measuring 18 feet with a 1 6 the Palmer engine. One year old in good condition. Inquire V N Dupuy at Sheep creek G46.

P. Palmer V. N. Dupuy Sheep Creek

Alaska Tax Bill Passed by House to Allow Federal Officers

The House approved H.R. 11740 to let Federal officers in Alaska collect license and other taxes under Territorial laws. The bill addresses poll tax duties, licensing, and duties of court clerks, marshals, and deputies, noting conflicts with the organic act and aiming to empower territorial tax collection by ward officers.

Washington House of Representatives James Wickersham Alaska United States Court United States Empire William C. Houston Committee On Territories Territory of Ilaska United States Marshals J. C. McReynolds John Rustgard Juneau Supreme Court of the United States House Committee On the Territories Congress

Raymond Miller Improving Condition

Reports this morning indicate Raymond Miller is continually improving.

Raymond Miller

Orpheum Show Promises Laughter with Alaska Animal Picture

A review urges audiences to catch a superb animal film at the Orpheum, calling it one of the greatest Alaska has seen. The piece promises nonstop laughs and notes the first show begins at 7:30, urging early arrival.

Orpheum Alaska

Roosevelt Has Successful Trip

Former President Theodore Roosevelt arrived in Brazil, Ma. and declared his voyage a signal success. He described exploration of 1000 miles of previously unraveled river reaches, noting seven canoes started, five lost in rapids, one man drowned, two narrowly escaped, including Kermit, and one man driven mad who murdered a comrade and fled into the wilderness.

Para Brazil Theodore Roosevelt Kermit

Mediation Conference Set for Niagara Falls May 18

Secretary Bryan announced that mediators in the U S Huerta dispute will hold the first conference at Niagara Falls Canada on May 18. The U S government has not named its representatives yet.

Washington William J. Bryan United States Huerta Niagra Falls Canada

Congress May Honor Dead in South America

Washington May 6 The bill by Senator George P Mc Lean Connecticut would appropriate 10000 for a memorial at Valparaiso Chile honoring officers and men killed in the 1814 engagement between the American frigate Essex and British Phoebe and Cherub, and it will be favorably reported.

Washington George P. McLean Connecticut Valparaiso Chile

Waterfront Street Plans Advance in Auk Village

City street committee drafts waterfront road from Pacific Coast company dock to Indian Street. Surveyors to begin work. property owners along the route have donated pilings. Indian landowners oppose widening beyond Auk village boundary despite potential benefits.

Pacific Coast Company Auk Village

Senate May Leave Mileage Allowance In The Law

Washington May 6 Senators inclined to refuse concurrence in the House amendment to the legislative appropriation bill abolishing the 20 cents a mile mileage and allowing traveling expenses for members and dependents. Action by the House causes annoyance to the Senate.

Washington

Prophet predicts 18 year peace after August 21

New York May 6 Professor William Probasco Francis alias the Long Island Prophet declares after August 21 this year wars volcanic outbreaks and pestilence will end for eighteen years He asks Rockefeller to pay a million dollars James J Hill fifty thousand and the farmer one dollar for the information

New York William Probasco Francis Long Island Rockefeller James J. Hill

City of Seattle Sailing Passengers Listed for Juneau

Seattle May 6 The City of Seattle sailed last night with the following named passengers for Juneau 8 Guyot Mrs Guyot Mrs P D Turner Oscar Duber F C Hall Miss H Hunter J Hilliard and two steerage.

Seattle Juneau Guyot Mrs. Guyot Mra P. D. Turner Oscar Duber F. C. Hall Misa H. Hunter J. Hilliard

Choice shipment of hair goods offered for inspection

I have received a small but choice shipment of hair goods containing very fine long hair shades for switches. Those waiting are urged to inspect at once. Mrs. Albert Berry, the Vogue Shop, opposite Orpheum Mount Washington & P.

Albert Berry Vogue Shop Orpheung M.w.&p

For Sale Seabright Dory Boat with Detroit Engine

Bargain highteen foot Seabright Dory model clinker bulk copper fastened engine Schebler carburetor bronze shafting Connecticut special marine collaries batteries and plug ten gal galy tank ready to run 150 dollars. Send reply to P O Box 7 Douglas.

Seabright Dory H. P. Detroit Marine Schebler Connecticut Special Marine P. O. Box Douglas

For Sale Lot 5 Block 214 Casey-Shattuck Addition

Andrew Erickson of Prince Rupert B C offers Lot 5 Block 214 Casey Shattuck addition in Juneau for sale. He invites offers by mail to Box 61 Prince Rupert expressing interest in a dry, level parcel.

Casey-Shattuck Juneau Andrew Erickson Prince Rupert B.C

For Sale Bargain Six Room House Elkland Inquiry

For sale a six room house described as a bargain located on Elkland in the Casey Shattuck Addition. Interested buyers should inquire for details.

Elkland Grey House Casey-Shattuck

Galvanizing by G Roene at Sans Souce Building

G Roene completed galvanizing work on the Sans Souce Building in Douglas. The project proceeded as scheduled with standard procedures observed and no incidents reported. Materials, worker names, and precise dates are not specified in the fragment.

G. Roene Sans Souce Bldg Douglas

Col Lockett Takes Command of Federal Troops in Colorado

Denver dispatch reports the disarming process continues as arms embargo is enforced amid strike turmoil. Legislatures debate mining legislation likely to result. In Trinidad Col Lockett of the eleventh cavalry assumed command of federal troops in Colorado today.

Denver Colo Thin City Col. Lockett Trinidad Eleventh Cavalry Colorado

Defiance to be Launched in Bath Amid Cup Contention

The Defiance contender for the America's cup will be launched in Bath next Monday. Built for the treaty syndicate of Boston New York and Philadelphia capitalists, it costs 75000 dollars and is the largest of the three. Designer Geo Owen voices the project alongside the Resolute by Herreshoffs, costing 150000 dollars and already launched. The Vanitie by William Gardner for Alexander Smith Cochran awaits a launch date.

Bath Defiance Treaty Syndicate Boston New York Philadelphia Geo. Owen Resolute Hereshoffs Flag Officers Syndicate Vanitie William Gardner Alexander Smith Cochran

Edison Employees May Be Shareholders

New York Edison Co plans to form a company of employees to buy Edison stock. Deductions will be withheld from weekly salaries and invested, with directors setting aside the stock for employees.

New York New York Edison Co United States Steel Corporation Edison

Paris Financial Conditions Weak

Paris cable reports a weak Bourse with several causes noted. Factors include the Mexican situation, the health of the Austrian Emperor, renewed Albanian difficulties, upcoming legislative elections, and poor success of the Turkish loan.

New York Paris Albania

New York Sun borrows big sum for new building

The New York Sun has placed a mortgage of 565000 on its Nassau and Franklin Street property with Mutual Life Insurance Co. The loan finances a new building on the corner, signaling a major expansion.

THE NEW York Sun New York Nassau and Frankfort Streets Mutual Life Insurance Co

August Belmont's Son Wins Divorce Suit

New York May 6 Ethel Torraine Belmont won her separation suit against Raymond Belmont. She was allowed $100 a month alimony.

August Belmont NEW Ork Ethel Torraine Belmont Raymond Belmont

Hamburg America orders two 16000-ton steamers for Panama Canal service

Berlin May 6 The Hamburg American line has ordered two new steamers each of 16000 tons displacement for the Panama canal service.

Berlin Hamburg- American Line

Mighty Hunter and Land of Dead Things At Local Theaters

Wednesday and Thursday the bill offers The Mighty Hunter a bear chase tale The Land of Dead Things an Indian fighting story In between Mrs Falkenstein performs Peg O My Heart The show features two reels and a heroic Girl Spy's Atonement Admission 25 cents children 10 cents Two nightly shows at 7 30 and 9 o'clock.

Emperor Francis Joseph Nears End Of Life

VIENNA May 6 Emper or Francis Joseph of Austria Hungary is very ill and gradually growing weaker. It is feared he cannot live much longer.

Vienna Francis Joseph Austria-Hungary

President Wilson Divides Peanuts With Elephants

President Woodrow Wilson visited a circus in Washington and spent time in the menagerie. He shared peanuts with the elephants, drawing attention for his lighthearted engagement during the outing.

Wilson Washington Woodrow Wilson

Canadian steel may compete with American rails

May 6 report states Canadian steel mills plan to invade the United States market with steel rails, signaling a drive to secure a share of American demand from Ottawa.

Canadian Steel Ottawa Canadian Steel Mills United States

Funston urged to extend lines toward Mexico City

Washington reports Gen. Funston may move inland from Vera Cruz if judged necessary as War Secretary Garrison authorizes the move. Mexican Federals mine Vera Cruz roads, half mile apart, while Mexicans fortify positions daily. Mayo at Tampico says he can seize Tampico easily with his ships. War Department stays active, drafting plans for further emergencies in Mexico.

Washington Lindley M. Garrison Gen. Funston Vera Cruz Funston Mayo Admiral Mayo Tampico Navy Department War Department Mexico

National Militia Mobilization Instructions Sent Nationwide

Washington May 6 instructions mailed to militia organizations warning of potential mobilization of the National Guards of the various states.

Washington

Two More Bluejackets Die in Vera Cruz Fighting

Badger reports two more Bluejackets killed yesterday as they died from wounds suffered in the Vera Cruz fighting. The casualties add to the tally from the Veracruz action involving U.S. sailors.

Washington Badger Vera Cruz

Official Report on Casualties at Vera Cruz

The United States confirms 19 American dead from the Vera Cruz fighting with about 71 wounded. Day by day tally shows four killed and 20 wounded first day, eight killed and 30 wounded second day, three killed and 24 wounded third day. one marine killed by a sentry’s accidental shot. About 20 wounded discharged to active service. The hospital ship Solace is ordered to bring the wounded to a cooler climate in the north for quicker recovery.

Washington Vera Cruz Solace

Wilson to Attend Funeral in Vera Cruz Deaths

Woodrow Wilson and Navy Secretary Josephus Daniels will leave Washington Sunday to take part in funeral services for those killed at Vera Cruz. Other officials will join the delegation to honor the sailors and marines who died in the engagement.

President to Voice Grief Over Vera Cruz Dead

Washington May 6 the President will speak for the nation as it mourns the Vera Cruz casualties including a district captain and his nurse Miss Abbie through formal ceremonies and official remarks marking the tragedy and loss suffered by the country.

Washington Vera Cruz Abbie

Government May Want Steamers

London reports that 28 steamships operating from Boston have been notified the government may requisition them for transport service.

London Boston Transport Service

London Wants the Money and Mexican Bonds

London Morning Post argues that customs duties pledged to Mexico's foreign creditors should be paid to bondholders via the National Bank of Mexico for holders mainly in England. In New York, a bank leader says bankers would buy $100,000,000 of one year 3.9 percent treasury certificates to finance a Mexican campaign if the government opts for such funding.

London The London Morning Post Mexico Vera Cruz National Bank of Mexico England New York

Atlin Mining Man Weds His Nurse in Chicago

Chicago May 6 Capt James Alexander formerly a British army officer now an operator in the Atlin B Brooklyn navy yard Williams were married here this morning.

Chicago James Alexander Atlin Brooklyn Navy Yard Williams

Former Seattle merchant kills self at Frisco

In San Francisco on May 6 J. D. Galehouse a former Seattle merchant shot himself amid estrangement from his wife. He is dying from a pistol wound as despondency grew.

Seattle Kills Self Frisco San Francisco J. D. Galehouse

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Messerschmidt Bldg DR. Devighne Yukon McBride HOUSE Royal Typewriters W. H. Case Roosevelt Durazzo Harmova Kodra Mediators America Senate Panama Canal Juneau Theatre
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