08 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1915
Page
1
Berlin admits critical Polish situation as Hindenburg’s forces stall Russian advances. Reports from Petrograd Berlin and Vienna describe brutal battles with thousands killed. Russian air activity rises while Austro German efforts press in Transylvania and the Bosphorus remain contested.
President Wilson plans a political tour through the Northwest visiting Seattle and other coast cities. The start date is not announced. speeches will defend his administration and counter Republican gains shown in recent elections.
Jan 8 report says James Sillman company of New York bankers offered to sell the Alaska Northern railroad at its physical valuation. The Alaska railroad commission conferring with Secretary Lane all day. if accepted, the line would serve as the deep water terminal for the government road at Seward. The Alaska Northern runs toward Turnagain Arm and aimed to supply the Matanuska fields. Interest runs high among Alaskan leaders awaiting the decision.
El Paso dispatch reports Mexican General Villa claiming he could drive Carranza forces from Naco within eight hours and promise no further shots after that period. US government response pending, potentially aligning with keeping Americans across the line safe from cross-border fire. Vera Cruz item notes Carraway agents stirring an uprising in Mexico. Nugget urges subscription for more details.
Market brief notes another uptick in Chicago wheat prices as May delivery contracts show gains amid the rapid move. Investors monitor supply signals and weather outlook as activity heightens volatility in the grain pit.
The Arizona alien employment law, passed to restrict hiring of noncitizens, was declared unconstitutional by a federal court. The decision notes the state cannot enforce the measure as crafted, and landetures regarding immigrant workers and employment rights were debated in the ruling.
The president again declines to urge Congress to pass the suffrage bill. The delegation in Washington remains undeterred and plans to push for a favorable vote when the measure reaches the floor.
Seattle dated story notes Mrs Nicoline Arsten aged eighty one dies shortly after her husband Robert age eighty six. The obituary claims her death occurred in answer to prayers that she not outlive him.
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