22 Mar 1911
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1911
Page
1
Lincoln Neb March 22 Twelve hundred Bryan supporters including Champ Clark gathered at a banquet for his fifty first birthday. Speakers varied from non political remarks to praise of Bryan. A guest toasted Bryan and hinted at another presidential bid amid cheers and speculation.
A letter from an Alaska aviation promoter proposes a Nome Fourth of July air show by Wright brothers pilots, offering to deposit in bank $16,000 per aviator to ensure their visit and promising a possible crossing of the Bering Strait. The plan requires $15,000 per man and full bank guarantees before departure, with public admission and strong local business support.
Special Nugget Service reports a man named Hooker Wahington who attacked a prominent educator, injuring a colored person. Wahington says he will not prosecute the assailant, and the case stalls as officials weigh the incident amid community tension and requests for action.
Chicago March 22 After consultation today the lawyers for the Canadians under British protection in the Matanuska coal land cases say their clients Harry Osborn G Prancis and Francis H Stewart of Toronto cannot be brought to the United States for trial. They argue treaties do not permit extradition and that the charges amount to a conspiracy against the government. They will not permit proceedings until a thorough investigation. Warrants have been sworn and British protectors hope arrests will occur despite protests by the lawyers.
Peterson of the Nugget Roadhouse in Nome arrives with news from across the divide. He reports rail in test class condition, a Pioneer Mining Company trail up Nome River to Santa Clara, and a tunnel under construction. He brings white fish from Salmon Lake and mentions four feet of ice. Dog fond sold at 4 cents per pound.
Nome quartz prospects appear strong as Nome Quartz Development Company forms led by Conrad Preeding and Gustave Bergen. Subscriptions reach 3500 toward 5000 and may rise to 20000, with prominent locals like P A Peterson Butler Mauro Co S N Carman Emile About L Morris Gus Lynell William Stipek Co and Tina Ward contributing. The sign of local buy in echoes Nome's belief in valuable quartz assets. The note also advertises Peoples Laundry and mackerel from Northwestern, tying local business hype to daily life.
A note extols the Reliance Coffee Maker claiming it delivers full strength and flavor by boiling, warning boiling removes tannin and imparts bitterness. The writer cites limited availability of coffee makers and suggests this model as the sole solution for optimal brew.
Warren's dogs delivered a record fast run, besting reindeers under harsh weather at JDipd dogs event. The team led by Rose (Hui) displayed standout performance, with seconds shaved and dominant pacing along Front Street. Officials noted strong conditions and praised the speed, forecasting continued success for Warren's squad.
Local officials urge an armed truce between factions, arguing Limantour’s stance makes sea peace impossible. They warn rioting will continue until a full armed truce is agreed, with penalties looming if peace remains elusive.
Town chatter claims within thirty days many old Nemeites will depart for Unedit aod to join a new camp that may gain attention this summer. Local residents in the camp prepare to join the ground Moor, amid a backdrop of unverified plans and questionable promotion.
A federal court suit claims an insurance firm faced claims of several thousand dollars subscribed by investors. The plaintiffs allege a strong case against the defendant company, alleging deceit and misrepresentation in the disputed policy obligations.
The defendant Wilks Gottschalk was held for the administrative court hearing on a felony charge. He was remanded to the marshals after the proceeding, with witnesses currently out of town to be brought back by April 2 for further testimony.
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