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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1908
Page
1
A project to dig the northwestward canal toward St Michael is described as a major undertaking financed by government support. About 100 men, plus additional tradesmen, will work northward to prepare a worksite, hire boats, and plan for a permanent facility.
Fragmentary report shows Taft receiving 702 votes on the first ballot with Roosevelt vowing momentum. Other totals cited include Mag 67, Knox 68, Lafiterie 23, and Foraker 16. Indiana resisted Taft, Pennsylvania split for Win, while Roosevelt supporters pressure Congress as stances shift nationally.
W V Matlock arrives in town to push a ditch construction plan for the Solomon district. The proposal centers on creating an intake and shovel access to facilitate drainage this summer.
In New York a nomination arose with Timothy Woodrull led by Joseph Cannon, as Governor Guild and Murphy of Delaware received their votes. He secured 16 ahead of rivals, while a presidental outcome remained unsettled amid partial tallies and regional support.
Passengers from the Northwestern walked to visit the Ohio while both boats rode ice. W. L. Goodwin, superintendent for the road, accompanied by Mrs. Goodwin and their child, went north. Mrs. D. E. Campbell slipped on board the Victoria and sprained her ankle but joined the southbound trip.
John Rosene Jr, recently resident of Nome, is appointed cashier of the Alaska Mercantile Company. The change designates him to handle cashier duties going forward. Blatz Private Stock at the Bank accompanies the announcement.
John Coply of the Board of Trade reports a car load of Lemp's extra pale draught beer from St. Louis has arrived and is now on tap on the Northwestern.
Nugget's Special Service reports Taft notified of nomination by telephone. Celebrations by local travellers and dignitaries mark the arrival with photography and handshakes. Committee of arrange intends to direct efforts toward welcoming travelers and dignitaries from Victoria, Yucatan, and Northwestern groups.
Judge C D Murane returns to Nome after chairing the Republican convention at Ketchikan. Chechako dance is planned for tomorrow night at Eagle Hall along with events at Yorky’s featuring Edgeworth Tobacco and High Grade Imported and Domestic Sugars at the Board of Trade. Chechako Ball invites all to attend.
Reports describe severe bubonic outbreak in inland regions with thousands dying daily. The text mixes garbled phrases and appears to reference public fear and spiking mortality rates amid uncertain health responses.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Reid ruling out celebration or support for a parade event. It references a venue and possible slogans but lacks clear facts, dates, or concrete details to form a complete news item. The readable bits point to a political or civic stance without verifiable context.
A noisy, fragmented OCR text lists various names and odd phrases but centers on a plan to bring water to Coff ee Creek. It mentions experts and a formal review, with references to beer on tap and a public meeting at a local board, while dozens of personal names appear as a garbled inclusion.
Eufaula Alabama June 1 Cone Kressman Clayton chairman of the house caucus announced that John Sharp Williams will retire soon from the leadership of the minority in the house. Cause is assigned for his resignation.
Victoria reports a tidal wave struck near Cape Morn causing the Wake Struck to list and sweep the houses from the dock. A crewman was swept overboard and drowned in the incident aboard Lor Shaftsbury.
Next Sunday Gafney's Colts face Fort Davis on the city diamond. The Red Sox meet the Federal Labor Union, with Blatz Weiner Beer available at the Bank.
Nick Spiritas and a man named Pa Jas were found guilty of gambling in municipal court and fined. Spiritas paid 160 dollars while Pa Jas faced a 50 dollar fine after being caught in Spiritas house by the chief of police. Lemp's Extra Pale Imported Draft Beer at the Board of Trade.
Quigley, previously arrested outside, pleaded not guilty today to charges of obtaining money under false pretenses. The event at Eagle Hall promises a lively night with beer, mining candles advertised as the best at the Board of Trade.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Cedric Ditch Company undertaking extensive work. Several garbled phrases mention water, property, and potential management actions. No clear dates, places, or named individuals are legible enough to confirm specifics.
A British cruiser engages Afghan fighters in a marked sea and air confrontation. Reports describe intense exchanges near an unspecified location with casualties and strategic implications for the mission.
Fragmentary OCR text reports plans to open a district around Casadepaga with unclear details and numerous garbled phrases. The readable parts suggest discussions of bids, locations, and development steps, but key names, dates, and outcomes are missing or distorted.
Shelby June 1 a major blaze destroyed Shelby Steel Works in an event described as among the history’s greatest fires. Estimated damage set at about 4000 dollars as workers and fire crews battled flames that engulfed the plant area near the United Steel Trust owned facilities. Fire officials were unable to determine the cause, with several theories under consideration.
AL Nordstrom, ex-owner associate of 4 Nikkula gulch property, returns from Seward saying the town is quiet now but holds promise. He meets Nome residents and hears from Billie Sherman in Cordova that Major Strong plans to start a newspaper in Nome. Lemp's Extra Pale Imported Draft and Blatz Private Stock mentioned at the Bank.
J S Kimball has returned to Nome and is already in harness. Asked about plans to build wharves he said he did not yet know. Chechako Ball tomorrow night at Eagle Hall on Board of Trade tonight.
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