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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
1
A fragment notes a Yukon river section reaching 480 feet deep with a survey report. It mentions the river’s width and distance from the bank, describing the river area opposite Russian Mission and the depth near the arc or creek.
The United States team won the national trophy at Camp Perga yesterday as teams from other countries competed. The prize was offered by Congress and awarded for shooting excellence at the event.
An arrival mentions a freight cargo bound for St. Mien with a list of individuals including Tillie Rosenblatt Jonn Sundback J Kracower Li dia WH Wilkins Boe Tantelek Sing Lee Chas Ross ER Dunn P Rebinvon Mea Ross and J Kinney in a fragmented historical note. The text records a harbor or train arrival with names attached to the cargo manifest.
Captain Tom Ross of the Life Saving Station has secured a contract to carry mail to ships from the post office. Shipping companies deliver the mail to the station office for dispatch.
General Latenler of Russia visits Siberian posts aboard the Ka ship arranged by the czarist government. The vessel, chartered from a Norwegian operator, carries mail and trade goods to various Siberian points on official business.
Albert Wilson and Spar work a copper ledge near the Portage roadhouse. The outcropping juts 75 feet from the cliff with a creek running beside it. They have tunneled from the creek to strike the ledge at depth. Wilson brought 100 pounds of rock to town and says the ore averages 56 a ton in gold, silver, and copper. He departs with eastern capital men inspecting the site for purchase.
Fire at a mine last night killed twenty eight workers and left many missing or injured. Rescue efforts continue as officials assess the extent of the disaster and the impact on the mining community.
In a puzzling report from an aged fragment, a Siberian incident involves a woman and four nephews or relatives. The text is corrupted but hints at a domestic incident with inquiries or legal questions and distant references to burial or punishment and a possible witness named Jamin.
Sultzer forecasts Bryan’s win citing strategic advantage and public support as the race enters its final stretch. Analysts note shifting polling and campaign momentum favoring Sultzer’s opponent.
Several deaths are reported as floodwaters inundate plains in Georgia. Disturbing scenes of wreckage and rising water threaten homes and communities along the affected areas.
A garbled early report notes the Cripple River Hydraulic Mining Company delivering five feet of pay and hints at earnings prospects. The piece, though damaged, references river workings, production expectations, and the sensational phrase five feet of pay. The text preserves names and places as detected while omitting unclear segments.
A fragmented report notes an event involving Lane's Way, a dog, and an unspecified military figure. The text then references Thuydes tied up Blatz Private Stock at a bank, but details are incoherent and many names and actions are garbled.
A fragmentary notice describes Nome welcoming new members to a fraternity. It notes the group awaiting initiation and references senior members and ongoing session activities. The readable lines hint at a campus setting and social onboarding events.
A murky notice mentions larceny in a house linked to Pisoni and a meeting of Ke s Meaeting Heobay of foes wea seal shared. It notes Coburger draft beer on top at Board of Trade and praises Granite Mining Candia and Lemp's Extra Pale Imported Draft Beer. Edgeworth Tobacca at Yorky.
This fragment outlines a city clerk report detailing warrant totals, fund expenditures, and related administrative actions. It references Irvine and Cherk, with figures around 185 dollars and other ledger items, mentioning a treasurer and magistrate in a formal, dated filing.
A city files a civil action against Rice City alleging legal violations. The document lists involved parties and seeks remedies, with details on the court and case initiation. Specifics on claims and dates are not clearly readable from the fragmented text.
Report on St Michael to Yur ken canal shows unsatisfactory progress. Only 600 feet of 12000 needed completed amid unexpected difficulties. Delays blamed on lack of rocky bottom and adverse conditions. Board of Equalization to meet September 7 for three days. An appropriation of 250,000 mentioned for the work. Edgeworth Tobacco advertised in Yorky’s.
Smattle on August 27 debated the debt convention adopting a report advocating reversals in appeal cases be decided on merit rather than technicalities. Arguments noted that civilized nations take long to conclude trials yet justice is served when merits prevail in both criminal and civil matters.
Jerry and Johnson were bound over by Judge Fullero after a hearing on the Osborne creek sluice box robbery involving the Julian brothers. The judge reserved his decision, awaiting action by the grand jury. The article also includes an unrelated note about maraschino cherries dipped in chocolate at Kappelman’s.
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