25 May 1912
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Newspaper
The Nome Daily Nugget
Location
Nome, Alaska, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1912
Page
1
Thomas A Edison announces a forthcoming ore separation system that will split rocks into pure gold copper zinc and other metals in one step. He describes a May demonstration at his West Orange lab and says the invention will be his crowning achievement after decades of work across multiple technologies.
A bill for an international maritime conference to set laws and equip vessels with life saving gear passed the house and aims for swift senate action. The summit, prompted by the Titanic disaster, will invite major powers to discuss mandatory lifeboats rafts and wireless capability for all ships.
Town rumors swirl over a secret meeting alleged to have taken place May 7 at a vacant room above a paint store. The Nugget reports delegates and proxies discussed prewar support for a candidate, with details kept sealed by movement leaders and newspaper contacts.
The gasoline launch Wilhelmina arrived from St Michael via Solomon yesterday after a long hour, carrying fresh meat and supplies for Pacific Cald Storage Co to hold the market until Flihi Thomson’s arrival about June 10. Crew reported quiet on the island, boats not yet launched for similar work, but preparations underway to be shipshape by Coats’ arrival from down river. Judge Murane denied Wild Mining & Trading Co the right to intervene in the Pioneer Mining & Trading Co vs Wild Ove Mining & Trading Co water rights case, with Kempter vs Edmonds et al quieting title on Arctic Creek. Stadie & Hill argue for running a bottling business. license dispute over additional $200, while Japs cited to show cause to revoke pool room license.
The small schooner Now Then owned by JB Ross arrived from Solomon this morning after wintering there. Several passengers are aboard the vessel.
Government wires fail to reach the Seattle desk delaying the Saturday edition. Correspondent Joanne Portwood notes communications hiccups prevent timely placement of stories while editors seek backup lines. Local readers await updates as technicians work to restore service.
The Fairbanks wire reports a late night meeting at the democratic office about a dope matter. Instigators and primary organizers guarded the issue, but details leaked amid the quiet hours.
United States Commissioner B. Stephenson reports Gilmore, Republican nominee of the Second division, will receive about 95 percent of votes cast in St Michael island election. Official counts indicate roughly 150 votes in the area. Also notices include job ad for a camp cook and printing services offered at Nugget office.
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An notice warns against employing children under 16 and holds employers fully responsible for care and protection. It notes compensation must be provided if injuries occur and mentions market items like beef and reindeer products. It promotes City Bath House facilities and up to date services.
A cash register is for sale with terms cash or trade for pencils. For further information contact Bob.
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