Senators consider Alaska siting bill in senate
Senator Key Pittman of Nevada introduced a bill for a survey of coal lands in Alaska and a land division plan tied to mining and transport. Senator Chamberlain said the bill may pass as debate on the Alaska railroad continues. A separate item notes a terrible disaster from an earthquake destroying the Special Nugget Service with estimates of sixty thousand dead. President Wilson nominated Shelton Williams as controller of the currency. Mrs. Bartlett announces a dancing class every Wednesday and Friday at 3 pm.
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Senator Chamberlain Opens Alaska Debate Warington Transcript
Senator Chamberlain fires up an Alaska debate focusing on federal versus private control of resources and development. He argues government leadership would ride roughshod over private interests while predicting key rail and mining projects would reshape the territory, urging careful balance between public policy and private enterprise.
Notre Dame Cathedral Destroyed in Montreal Fire
A catastrophic blaze consumed Notre Dame Cathedral in Montreal today, shocking residents and drawing rapid attention from national authorities. President Wilson remained briefed in Washington as officials assess the disaster and its impact on the city’s historic landmark.
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Post Office Costs Scrutinized in Washington Debates
A fragment indicates attention to postage costs and federal support during congressional or executive discussions. Mentions the post office appropriation and possible voter or subscriber questions about Nugget. Specific names, dates, or outcomes are unclear due to fragmented text.
Smoot Would Lease Alaska Coal Mines
Senators Chamberlain and Cumming debated a bill by Reed Smoot to permit private leasing of Alaska coal fields up to 3200 acres with a five percent royalty to the government. The measure followed talk that the government should mine the coal itself and sparked questions about motives and ownership.
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Railroad Race Ends in Tragic Death at Station
A fatal railroad race occurred as two rival engines sped parallel for miles and collided near the station. Engineer George, known as Olympian, died after his train's clash and derailment. The accident halted trains and survivors reported the chaotic scene and the dangerous stunt.
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North Coast Limited
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Seattle
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Daveh
England's Queen Denied Admission at Norwich Museum
An unruly scene unfolds as a shabby woman with an umbrella tries to enter Norwich Museum but is barred by a guard who enforces a no umbrella rule. The intruder identifies as England's queen, prompting a local bishop to reveal her identity. A police warning follows and the incident ends with the guard pondering an apology. Also notes upcoming games at A. B. hall Friday.
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Norwich Museum
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Mary
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England
Oliver
Pioneers Host Card Party For Members And Guests
Pioneers invite members and their ladies to a Wednesday evening card party at their igloo with committee planning. If you have not seen a game you cannot afford to miss it. Baseball A B hall Friday night. Placer locations at Nuaget Office.
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