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Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
THE BOYS IN BLUE.
The Grand Ball Given by Co. II, I4th Infantry in Honor of MT. and Mrs. Mckinnon
 Grand Success.

Week before last some of the ladies of Fort Wrangel headed by Mrs. Me Kinnon gave a dance and whist party in honor of Capt. Eldridge and the members of Co. II. who are now sta toned in this city. a report of which was given in our last weeks issue. The boys in blue were highly pleased over the manner in which they were enter tained. They spoke of the matter in the most complimentary terms. but ev- en that did not seem to satisfy them so they concluded to return the compli- ment ill a more substantial manner A meeting of the boys resulted i'll the se- lection of committees, as follows:
 Floor managers-J. A. Hunter, F.. McCollum and F. P. Collins.
 Reception ommittee-Charles Mer- Till. A. B. Cream and J. D. Walton.
 The time chosen for the entertain ment was last Friday evening and re- suited in the coming together of nearly 200 invited guests in the new Mckinnon hall. The room on the west, which was used for dancing, was nicely decorated with flags. The room on the east furo- ished seats for tired dancers and five tables and chairs for those who wished to engage in less active amusement-a game of cards.
 Dancing commenced about 10 o'clock and was led by fine orchestra. The calling act was gracefully performed by Mr. Charles Merrill. This was dis pensed with in the round dances. The people danced and danced At about 12 o'clock the grand march, headed by Capt. Eldridge and Mrs. Mckinnon was formed and continued for some time, after which, away they went to the dining hall above where an elegant lunch was served The dancers had danced hard-they ate hard, too. Af- ter this part of the program had been completed there was more dancing and whist playing. We heard one fellow talk about seven-up, so we judge other games were indulged in besides the 'gentlemen's game" of whist. The party did not break up until late hour-in fact, they were having such a good time no one really wanted to go home
 It was very nice entertainment The party was select, but so free from reserve that it made it very pleasant for all. Walton and Cream did most of the hard work in getting up the dance and they ought to feel proud ov- CT their effort, for it was success ill every respect.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
THE ALASKA MOSQUITO.
A High Grade Fiirt With an Offensive
 JaNeIin.

The mosquito has made his appear ance. In size, he compares with the Washington product, but in conduct is somewhat different. He or she. which ever it may be. is of darker color too than his southern cousin. They don't make the same kind of a landing as the good old fashioned .skeeter." which is always preceded with divers and sun dry flirtations. They are cautious. ve- " cautious in lighting and do so unob- served by their victims. The javelin that nature has provided them pene- trateS with marvellous speed and depth that has a very awakening proclivity. An attack by three or four able bodied Alaska mosquitoes upon q good. sound !, snoring sleeper will make him dream of combat between two war vessels. Unlike their foreign brothers, they car " on their nefarious business in broad day light.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
THE GLENoRA-LAKE TESLIN RAILWAY.
Will It Be Constructed? Is the Query Most Ere
 quently Asked.

We have no desire to deceive the public concerning the status of the pro jected Glenora and Lake TeSliu railway and at the present the outlook for the construction of that line this season is far from favorable. The Ca nadian senate. for some reason that must be very unsatisfactory to the peo- pie, has seen fit to annul the contract entered into by the contractors and the Canadian ministry, and the provincial attempts to forward this much desired improvement has also apparently fail ed. Mckenzie, Mann X Go. have taken their stock and implements to the east and our people are led to inquire, what next?
 It seems to be the general belief that because Mckenzie, Mann & Go. have re- fused to accept and sign the contract, that its construction is utterly doomed. We do not view the situation in that light and believe there are plenty of others who will build the road if fair contract is offered. But suppose the railroad is not built this season, the Canadians are not so stupid as to abandon the Stikeen river route by any means. This is the recognized Canadi- an route-named by them the All-Ca- nadian Route, and they will not let the matter rest as it now stands A few thousand dollars will construct good trail across from the river to the lake and we doubt not this much will be done, and then with reasonable rates much of the Yukon travel will go up the Stikeen. Nothing will be gained by becoming inpatient These matters necessarily move slow, and we believe that few weeks hence will shape mat ters so that the future outlook will ap- pear much brighter We hope for the best. It is said that "Everything comes to those who are willing to wait"
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
The Clans Frightened.

The Tees, with her big hearted cap port last Wednesday evening. The captain was seen on his arrival by the News man and reported cargo of over 80 tons of freight for this place and a number of passengers. The Tees and her captain have many friends in the city-there is only one kick register ed-that horrid whistle on the boat. it is so terribly awful that it scares the clans every time she comes into the bay and clam diggers really complain.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
THE CITY AS A HEALTH RESORT.
Shall It's Good Reputation be MaIntaineda

A reporter for the News, fully armed with the latest improved spring clothes pins, made tour of some of the streets and alleys in the eastern part of the city for the purpose of ascertaining its sanitaty condition, and he was not at all surprised that East Front street smells worse than dead dog on a hot summer day. The stench in places is terrible and something should be done to abate the terrible nuisance that pre- vails in that part of the city There is an alley back of the Fort Wrangel Brewery, running east, that is inhabit ed by some Indians that are surround ed by stench and filth that are simp- ly indescribable.
 The News man called on Dr. Camp bell, chairman of the sanitary commis- sion, and enquired as to what action it was prepared to take to protect the health of the city, and he informed the writer that notice had been given to the settlers to clean up and notice had also been published to the same effect and some had complied with the order but others had not The Doctor also stated that there Is no law by which the board is empowered to compel obe- dience to its orders.
 The News man suggested that main taining nuisance was criminal of fense and good fine or jail sentence would have a wholesome effect on these people who, by their filth persist in endangering the health and lives of others, but the chairman of the sanitary commission thought that it would not be advisable for the board to initiate such proceedings, which therefor leaves the people without the proper protection.
 Something should be done in this matter, and done at once. The hot weather has commenced and we trust that the people will insist on protec- tion by the courts if it can be secured in no other manner. Fort Wrangel is no doubt one of the healthiest places on earth. While surrounding towns have suffered from courageous diseases, the inhabitants of this city have enjoy ed the best of health and it will not be long until many will come among us in search of health and it would be wrong. the grossest injustice to our selves to permit a few filthy natives to destroy that good name. We hope the sanitary commission will take the in itiative in this matter and all good peo- pie will call them blessed.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
We Thank You.

Words fail to express our thanks to the people of Fort Wrangel for the many kind words spoken in behalf of the first number of the News. The standard of the initial number will be kept up and we intend to show the peo- pie of Alaska that live. progressive newspaper can survive in this far-off country The character of job work which we have turned out seems also to have given satisfaction for We have been unable to fill our orders.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
MAY BE 4 SECOND KLOND|KE
Very Rich Placer Discoveries Re-
 ported Near Dees Lake.
S.3Oo A DAY TOTHE MAN
0ienora-Lake TesIin Railroad. Speculation Com corning Its Construction. Acoustic Properties of the Fountain Above Wrangel. The Tourist Travel. On a Vacation.

The long tedious journey to the Klondike country and the hardships that must be endured under the most favorable circumstances are gradually driving the miner and prospector to other and more easily accessible local ities. The rich strikes of the prospect or are reported every few days and in all directions from Fort Wrangel. con cerning the truth of which there Is lit tie doubt For some reason, best known to the prospector, the new dis coyeries are kept profound secret as long as it k possible to do so, but of course in the end thc matter is given to the public.
 The latest strike. and one of great interest to the people of Fort Wrangel. WAS made near DeeS lake. about sixty miles from Glenora Mr NJ. II. Sannd- CTS, merchant and hotel man of Glen. ora. arrived in the city last Saturday. and News man looked him up and in tervicwed him.
 Well. what is the best and most i'm portant rews from your country" ask ed the reporter.
 If you have not heard of the new gold strike up our way, that is the best" said Mir. Saunders. Last week prospecting party made a strike near DeeS lake. about Go miles from Gleuora. and the men have taken out as high as 5}00O0 q day per man. These lucky men were dead broke last April, and feeling desperate, they struck out for gold and their search resulted most fla vorably. One of the interested parties went down to Vancouver for stock of supplies and the new fields are to be worked for all there is in it. Others, are going in and we expect good camp up there"
 When asked if there was any doubt concerning the truth of this reported strike, Mr Saunders assured Us that there was no doubt whatever.
 "How about Glenora, and is it all there?n asked the News man.
 "Oh yes. Glenora iS all right: little dull just now, but Il good town all the same. The recent railroad news was depressing. but force of thirty men was put to work on the trail by the pro vincial government at Victoria. and it will not be long before good trail or road will be put across to Lake Teslin. The order for the men to go to work was signed by Bullock Webster, a prominent official, am informed"
 What do you know of Telegraph creek?" was asked.
 Not much. Only few boats have gone past our place The rapids be tween Glenora and that place keep most of the boats from going up there" "
 MT. Saunders iS from Vancouver and went to Glenora last September. He likes the place and has d good stock of general merchandise in his store. His family is with him and he is finishing a good hotel that no doubt will become a profitable investment. The News man thanked MT. Saunders for the inter view, and after giving him a copy of the best paper in Alaska bade him good bye.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
On a Vacation.

Mrs Thwing, wife of our missionary Dr. Thwing, left the city last Saturday on the Seattle for Sound points. She will Visit friends in number of the coast cities and intends to remain away for several months. The doctor accompanied her as far as Seattle. Mrs. Thwing has been great assistance to the doctor in his labors here. Her many friends will wish her safe jour ney, pleasant visit, but an earlier re- turn than is contemplated.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY OF ALASKA.
FOLLOWING Is.THE OFFICIAL DIRECTORY FOR
 THE DISTRICT OF ALASKA.

FOLLOWING is-THE OFFICIAL DIRECTORY FOR
 THE DISTRICT OF ALASKA.
 Governor ohn G. Brady; private secre- tary Mrs. Gertrude Knapp.
 U. $. Judge c. S. Johnson.
 U. $. Attorney Burton k. Bennett; Assistant District Attorney Alfred .Dnly District Clerk Albert D. Elliott.
 Deputy Clerk alton D. McNair. |. <. Marshnl-J. NJ. Shoup.
 Surveyor Generally. l.. Distin.
 Register-John W. Dudley.
 Receiver-Roswell.S shelly.
 Court Interpreter George K kostrometinotf Commissioners W. Futile, Sitka; John Y. Ostrander, Juneau: K. M: Jackson, Fort Wrangel: l.. R. Woodward, Unalaska; Phil lip Gallagher, kadialI: John U. smith, Dyea; W J. Jones, Circlescity; Charles Il. lsham' Deputy Mnrshnls W. A. McNair, Sitlsa; Edward $. Staley, Juneau; ". D. Grant Fort Wrangel ]. Mcdonald. Douglass: Ed ward C. Hasey. Kadiak: Lewis l.. Bowers. Unga; ]. C. Blaine unalaska; II. ]. Mclnnis. Skaguay; ]. J. Rutledge. Circle City: A. A. Deputy Internal Revenue Collector. ". C. Pedlar.
 Educational Agent sheldon Jackson. Assistant Agent William Hamilton. Superintendent of schools ". A. Kelly. postmistress. Sitka Mrs. Arehangelsly.
 CUSTOMS OFFICERS.
 Collector-J. W. Ivey.
 Special Deputy W. r. McBrde.,, Deputy and lnspeetor-N m. Millmore and C. l.. Andrews, Sitka.
 Deputy Collectors Joseph Arment. Fort wrangel E. M. yanSlyck, Mary Island: ". G. Thomas Kodiak; G. W. Caton. Cook Inlet: T. E. Holmes, Karlul1; ]. r. Sinnot, unga: John P. Word, Unalaska; l.. T. Hatch. St. Michael: Chas. smith, Circle City, John C. Tenny. Juneau.
 Inspectors at Juneau Loring K. Adams Harry Mnto and John R. Auldiu.
 Inspectors at Fort Wraugel- Edwrd Hof- sted =. l.. Adams. Geo. j. smith. E. l.. Hum ter. Vim. Denny.
 Inspectors Afloat ] S Slater s. F. Hodges l.. II. Lovejoy, Edgar Grim.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15

If the soldiers were sent here to sup press disorder, they have had an easy time in doing it. They have suppressed more time than anything else. We would like, however, to see their stay extended indefinitely, for they are true ly nice lot of fellows and are we'll liked by our people.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15
In Running Order.

That broken shaft at the saw mill that nearly scared man to death has been replaced by new one, and the box factory is running again to it's full capacity. It is not generally known, but fact nevertheless, that Wilson x Sylvester turn out about 100000 boxes every year. They are used principally by the canneries.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15

The high tides for the month of June are over, and in the absence of extreme wind storms have left the beach quite free of drift wood The next extreme high tides will occur in December and will be higher than those of the present month
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15

River steamer Victoria, Lewis captain, went up the Stikeen last Friday with some sixty tons of freight. She came from above the day before.
Fort Wrangel news., 1898-06-15

The Cottage City, Thomas captain, headed for the sound last Friday from this part and if she kept in the water reached Seattle last Monday
Omaha daily bee., 1898-04-21
THE ULTf!MATUM.

The resolutions passed by congress
and which yesterday became law by the
signature OF the president demand that
the government Of Spain at once relin.
qulsh Its authority and government In
the island of Cuba and withdraw Its
land and naval forces from Cuba and
Cuban waters" In the ultimatum sent
to Spain the president allows that gov
ernment three days in which to make
reply, which fully complies with the in
tent Of the resolution. 1t was necessary
to give Spain some time for considera-
tion of the demand Of the United States
and 1t cannot reasonably be thought that
three days are too much although 1t
would have made no difference as to the
result If but one day had been allowed
for a reply.
The rejection Of the demand Is already
assured. The action of the Spanish
minister In asking for his passports,
which were promptly handed to him,
was diplomatic notice to this govern
ment that our demand would be re-.
jected. Further assurance of this is
contained in the address Of the queen
regent at the opening of the Cortes. Her
language, Of course framed by the prime
minister and having the approval Of the
cabinet, shows the intention of Spain to
resist the intervention of the United
States in Cuba. In view of this utter
ance, which it is needless to say will be
approved by the Parliament, it may be
said that war now exists. In effect, rela-
tions between the two countries have
been broken Off and it Is to be expected
that Spain will not wait three days to
notify this government that its demand
Is rejected and to give the American
minister at Madrid his passports. There
is but one reason for delay and that is
that a few more days for prepara ton
may be useful.
Meanwhile our government will con-
tinue to push it's war preparations with
all possible vigor and it seems safe to
predict that before midnight of Saturday
the American fleet will be before
Havana and troops will be moving onto
Cuba. Whether or not Spain has any
new play to make with reference to the
European powers, will soon be devel-
ODed
Omaha daily bee., 1898-04-21
BRITISH FRIENDLiNESS.

The decision OF the British govern
ment to regard coal in her West Indian
possessions as contraband of war, In the
event of hostilities between the United
States and Spain. is viewed as dis
tinctly friendly act toward the United
States. 1t is pointed out that while the
decision Is of course impartial. yet 1t
insureS this country an important ad-
vantage. In referring to it the Phila-
delphia Press says that cut off from re-
coaling on arrival in some neutral port
and the export of coal to Havana from
English ports forbidden, the Spanish
fleet would soon be powerless. No vessel
in the Spanish navy can much more than
cross the ocean and cruise few days
without needing coal. The attempt tC
supply fleet from colliers Is mos,
hazardous proceeding and impossible
without full command Of the sea, In
anticipation Of war Spain has been stor
Omaha daily bee., 1898-04-21
WAR ECHOES.

They are still talking in Havana OF
marching the SpenLh army on Washington.
As prisoners o; war probably.
Among other ri!unc,s to the navy on a
war basis are floating foundrles. Three
nave already been selected. Each fleet is to
have repair ship.
General Lew Wallace. though past II.
thioks thoce Is one more nsnt In him. and
announces his Intention to enter the Cuban
army OF Independence
massive figure of Victory adorns the bow
turret Of the Massachusetts,. between the
two guns. Just now 1t is regarded as SYM
boil OF coming events.
Porto Rico pays to Spain yearly over
siOOOOOO. ard Spain generously spends about
100000 for the benefit OF the natives. The
lemon has been thoroughly squeezed.
Juan Santos. chief OF the pilots OF Cuban
hlibustering expeditions, Is to be attached
to the Key West fleet. He knows every foot
OF the Cuban coast, and has piloted success
fully thirty-five expeditions to the insur-
gents.
Henry c. Lytton, Chicago employer, fol-
, lows the example OF John Wanamaker in
rendering full pay to any employe during
military service, and 200 insurance to his
family In event Of death in the service. He
| employs 200 men.
Theodore Roosevelt. assistant secretary of
the navy, wants to take hand in thrashing
the dons and Is said to have arranged to
Join the stan of General Fitzhugh Lee in
case the latter has a division OF the army
OF invasion. More power to Teddy.
Here is startling news from "the enemys
country" Wall street plutocrat. publisher
of an organ Of plutocrats, offers full pay to
any employe desiring to fight Spain and
special purse of $500 for the scalp Of General
Marote, one of Weylers assistant butchers.
Hollands submarine terror made run CT
mile and three-quarters twelve feet rnder
water in Rarltan bay last Saturday. Every
GucceeCLng test of this wonderful craft in
croases admiration for the genius Of the
! man who designed and superintcndei its con-
struction. Its machinery snd guns surpaGs
the expectations Of the builders.
Eilscn declares that a war ship can be
easily and cheaply protected from torpedo
boat raid by canisters of ca 3ium carbide.
These canisters, being provided with
buoyart chambers and water vents, would
give off acetylene gas, and al.p spontaneously
inianInative phosphoretted hydrogen. which
would serve to ignite continuously the
acetylene gas. The result would be power
full lights in great numbers over an area of
several square miles. Any torpedo boat
coming nearer thar one OF these lights would
be thrown in s'lhoutte, which, to the eye,
would he at least fifty times more powerful
than the small reflection from the light
absorbing surface OF torpedo boat illumi-
mated by the most powerful electric light.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-04-21

Historic Events Leading Up 20 Z
Spanish mcricnn Crisis

Historic Events Leading Vp to the
Spnnish-NmcricRn Crisis.
January 2i-Battleship Maine ordered to
Havana.
January 25-Malne enters Havana harbor.
February 15-9;45 9. m.-Mnine destroyed
by explcscn
February 17-victims Of explosion given
public funeral In Havana.
February 19-Unted States decides on ,ep-
arate irluiry.
FEBRUARY 2O-Bcard OF Inquiry ordered ID
Havana.
February 2i-Havana officials pronounce
explosion ar eternal accident
February 22-Stnate posses bill creating
two new regiments of artillery.
February 2S-Cruiser Montgomery ordered
TO Havuna
February 2i-Ensign Powelson discovers
Mines keel bent upward.
February 25-Vizcaya leaves New York for
Havana.
March 1-Vizcaya welcomed In Havana.
Martn S-Rush work beg!nr In navy yards.
March 5-Sran suggests recall Of Consul
General Lee
March 6-Presdent declines to entertain
suggested recall
March s-.s5O.OOo.ooo voted 10y congress for
national defense.
March 11-Redistrlction OF army depart
ments.
March 15-Board OF Inquiry leaves Havana.
March 17--F:ying squadron organized
March 19-Report of Board of lnluiry de-
livered by Admiral Slcard.
March 24-Maine report arrives in Wash
irgton.
Mirch 25-Commodore schley placed in
ccmmar1 OF flying fquadron.
March 26-Maine officers leave Havana.
March 2S-Report OF Board OF Inquiry and
presidents message sent TO congress.
March 2S-Srcn!sh report pronouncing ex-
plosion an accident made public.
March 3l-Unitei States war ships or
dered cleared for action"
April 2-United States ccnsus in Cuba
ordered to Havana.
April 6-Presdents message delayed at
request OF General Lee.
April 7-Reprosentatives of the powers
wait upon the president urging peace.
April 9-Generdl Lee and Americans leave
Havana
April 9-Spain issues an order for an ar
mistice.
April 11-President's message asks con-
greot for authority to intervene and stop
war in Cuba.
April 12-Consul General Lee given a re-
maikable reception in Washington.
April 13-Both committees on foreign af-
fairs report in favor Of Cuban independence
ani immediate Intervention.
April ia scandalous scene on floor OF
house OF representatives; resolution for i'm
mediate Intervention without recognition
passed house OF representatives. 322 to 10;
flying squadron leaveJ Hampton Roads.
April 1-Ssnate talks, Spain prepares.
April 15-SeDate talks some more; United
States troops east OF Rocky mountains or
dered to gulf ports.
April 16-Senate resolution recognizing
independence and ordering intervention
passed, 67 to 81.
April 17-Geueral Coppinger and staff,
Department of Missouri leave for Mobile.
April 1S-House OF representation rejects
and senate insists on recognition clause OF
Cuban resolutions; conference ordered.
m
Cuoan resolution without recognition; vote
in senate. AZ to 80; house, $40 to 6.
April 20-Action of congress approved by
the president and Spain notified.
Omaha daily bee., 1898-04-21

Ing coal at Porto Rico. but her stock
there Is necessarily slender and when
that Is exhausted her situation will be
serious with other sources of supply In
the West Indies closed against her.
This is not the only instance showing
British friendliness in the present june
ture. There are undoubtedly some sym
pathlzers with Spain in England. but
the sentiment favorable to the United
States appears to be overwhelming. The
British government desired the main
tenance of peace, but war being inevita-
BILE Its moral support will be given to
the United States-a fact the Importance
of which cannot easily be overestimated.