25 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1911
Page
1
Nugget's Special Service reports Pekin faces a bubonic plague surge imperiling millions. City residents flee as thousands die. provinces report hospitals overwhelmed. fear spreads nationwide and depopulation looms unless containment improves.
Washington January 21 President Taft urged rapid action on the Nelson coal bill amid senate commttee debate. The administration backed immediate submission with sliding scale payments and republic support while opponents warned of costs and political risk.
In Nome readers seek updates on black sand shipments to the Selby Smelting Works at Sand, noting ore returns and gold dust yields. A reader reports £15 worth of gold dust and expresses belief in the proper extraction method, while others discuss separating gold from black sand for future shipments.
A local report outlines a canal fortification plan and amendments discussed by officials. The item references Pontattia Sabal and Forestenie, with a focus on ongoing adjustments and procedural steps as the month starts. The Daly Nugget subscription offer is also mentioned as a separate note.
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