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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1908
Page
1
The Senate passes a bill increasing army pay by four to twenty percent depending on rank. The measure widens benefits for officers and enlisted across both arms, with improved conditions and overall compensation. Washington reports indicate quick passage and broad support for the reform.
A severe storm in Chicago causes ship damage and widespread window smashing. Basements flood and merchandise losses reported as vessels wrecked and stores damaged along the lakeshore.
Obituary notice reports the death of Lon Cooper a well known Nome resident who passed away this winter. The item mentions his past as a leading figure and references local names Archie Mitchell Karl Hyde and Weld Ih 8. It notes he held a tease with Archie Mitchell on November 3 and mentions a heist involving taking out a large sum of money.
In Stroudsburg Pa Marek 7 Jee Hoonshilt of Scranton was accidentally killed today by his eight year old son while the mother Mrs Hoonshilt visiting her father Samuel Edinger spoke on the telephone. The boy had been shooting at a mark with a dobert rifle and pulled the trigger striking his mother.
Six prizes for the Sons of the North Masquerade are shown at Segerstrom and Hagen's Jewelry. Granite Mining Candles are named the best Nome Nugget. The club offers memberships at $15 per year.
Secretary Taft wires Tacoma Republicans his appreciation for endorsing him as their nominee for the presidency. The note comes amid campaign activity as the party gathers support.
In Pittsburg Pa on March 7 Miss Varmena Mondieu a 53 year old janitress sacrificed her life to save occupants and property in a Fourth Avenue building housing W G Negle. She alarmed doors as she crossed a fire escape, attempted to shut off a gas stop, the floor gave way, and she perished in flames. Firemen recovered her body.
H. M. S. Bolander directs Captain Brand to buy three drills at once amid uncertain motives. Brand intends to follow orders though the purpose is unclear. High-Grade Imported and Domestic Cigars are mentioned at the Board of IF.
A man described as 82 years old was killed in Knoxville in a case linked to his son. Police report a violent domestic incident ending in the father's death. the son faces arrest as investigators pursue details of the motive and sequence of events.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a bowling event with Hole, Mor, and Brats at a venue named Hondy. Names and details are unclear. no full facts available to confirm teams, scores, or location.
Readable fragments note plans for a large work on Coarse Gold Creek near Kougarok in Alaska. Mentions equipment like pipes and a tee, water management, and crew actions led by Terry Tate with local assistants.
A speech in Washington presents Depew defending Wall Street interests amid political debate. The garbled text references financial policy discussions and notable figures, with hints of legislative or public policy context and reactions from supporters and critics.
Frantic Britain confronts suspected German plots to recruit traitors. Reports describe covert activities, countermeasures, and public anxiety as authorities warn of espionage and subversion affecting security and daily life.
An unclear report mentions REUF making accusations against prosecutors for breaking promises. The text references a confession obtained by false pretenses and questions of fairness in legal procedures.
Homer Wisner makes his Nome debut as Harry Prendergast in The Snowball at the Nome Kennel Club production. Expect a polished performance as he introduces his talent to local audiences. Also noted: largest billiard and pool room in Alaska at the Board of Trade and Blatz Weiner Beer advertised at the Bank.
Bargain list shows hundreds of low priced goods with strict guarantees. Items include Pickled Pork Oats Bear preserves Kraut peaches corn beef soap and spiced pickles with prices per can jar or pound. Archers Ewing & Co promotes the sale as the lowest prices yet.
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