28 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1907
Page
1
William McManus chief clerk of the railway mail service received a telegram noting the next outside mail to reach Nenn left Unalakleet in December 2001. The load weighs 459 pounds and is in charge of Pete Oleson.
Arctic explorer Mikkelsen has arrived from Merseher Island and plans to depart for Nememtia soon. He left Leffingwell and another man at Mersehet Istanal and is confident land discovery will surround the north. He may travel east from Seattle and head toward Beattle, eyeing a portage toward Tonga in March.
A partial OCR record reveals mentions of Nuguet's Special Service and a "RESENTED BILL OF EXCEPTIONS FOR SETTLEMENT" alongside a resignation from P. C. Co by Superintendent Rinder. The readable fragments show names, agencies, and legal notices without a cohesive narrative.
ST PETERSBURG December 2 The czarina is seriously ill with a risky condition. fears arise as the operation on managements of the… remains cancelled. a family event may be affected, with next Tuesday slated for a decision. Georgetown Kentucky December 28 The trial of Cateh Powers for Governor Goodeip murder nears conclusion. defense rests and a jury verdict likely Thursday.
Roane advertises rooms for rent at the corner of Hogan and Third street with optional board. Professor B A Drapean offers French English and Spanish lessons and a pupil residence. A piano drawing is scheduled for January 2 at Simson Bros.
A blaze at the Washington Children's Home in Seattle destroyed the building. Two children Iris Crabtree aged four months and Hazel Thee aged three years died. Matron Mrs Moyers was fatally injured and nurse Agnes Hill seriously injured while rescuing residents. The fire began from clothing near a stove and spread quickly.
M Andrews lost the greater part of the first joint of a thumb while working in his Steadian avenue shop. The circular saw shaved off the top of the thumb and he was taken to Holy Cross hospital. The victim joked to himself as the accident occurred.
The Nome Athletic Association hosts a second big meet at Eagle Hall tonight with more events and close contests expected. Judge Moore granted liquor licenses to Joseph Bosch R W Roberson and H H Fry of Shelton. The Nome district court adjourned until January 4 after a brief session.
Chicago December 27 The court denied the motion to dismiss the charge against Walsh. He is accused of audioassoment of a funded bank where he served as president. The court indicated the case would proceed and Walsh’s prospects at present look bleak.
The Pittsburg Mining and Ditch Co. increases teams to freight large supplies of provisions to Dick Creek. Dick Creek work is staged and a substantial shipment is planned before spring.
The city celebrated Christmas with a large dance while temperatures dropped to 26 below in the region. Copper quotes rise to 13 percent, with New York reporting the same level.
A garbled report alleges a rumor provoked a wreck and mob action near Chinatown. Amid chaotic claims, one version blames a Seattle man and a local committee, while others reference public violence and a suspected killing.
A heated dispute looms in Washington as Congress debates funding for the Alaska Yukon exposition. Lawmakers clash over totals and priorities, with party leaders trading accusations and time running short before key votes.
Washington reports reveal probe into Alaska's Third Judicial Division uncovers extensive corruption involving officials in Copper River and Hina valleys. Prosecutors allege lax oversight allowed bribery and favored outcomes, with key figures ordered to answer questions as part of the inquiry.
Victoria B C December 28 The Pritish cruiser Algerine ordered to leave the Chinese station at once and come to Esquimalt reason given unclear Also Simson Bros advertise crockery glassware and agateware at about half price Seattle December 28 The steamships President and Governor of the Pacific Coast Steamship company withdrawn from the San Francisco run citing dull seas Manager Farrington reportedly in hospital There is a piano contest with a 50 cent purchase prize at Simson Bros
UNION OFFICIALS FLYING TO CANADA. DEPARTURE POSTPONED. The text notes union leaders leaving for Canada to avoid contempt charges related to a injunction and potential interference with a telephone company. Simson Bros advertises Fur Coats Silk Petticoats and a piano prize, with significant discounts and a 80-cent purchase offer.
Nuuget's Special Service faces strong opposition as leaders Wallington Dot 1 Toeymettiyt Chatlet and Bonaparte warn against rising danger. Officials insist no malfeasance taints the administration and defend the current position amid pressure from Hoseisiitte case.
Advertisement notes hardy black walnuts from Missouri with distinct flavor and mental recovery, claims they taste like butter nuts but richer. Promotes almonds, pecans and other nuts sold by Archer Ewing & Co.
Limited readable names and phrases describe a nocturnal scene with a group around a sled and mentions of individuals and places in vague terms. The text is garbled with scattered proper nouns and disrupted sentence structure, offering few coherent facts to form a full news item.
A claimant alleges a woman died after a medical visit linked to a scheme to access her funds. Police report suggestors include a doctor and several suspects named in a court filing, with financial motives and exploitation of the victim.
Damaged OCR mixes party prep notes with disjoint lines about a New Year ball and a train crash. The report references Detroit and a Dec 28 incident, with casualties and a separate note on retaining troops urged by Senator Newlands to Taft.
An old style ad touts Gordon and Dilworth English plum puddings in 2 and 1 pound cans with prices around 1.00 and 0.60, claiming cost savings versus making at home. Mention of Morris English Plum Pudding in 1 pound tins and a sale on ladies fur coats at Simson Bros with 25 percent off.
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