The Ketchikan miner., 1908-05-16
men showed good knowledge'o of the game and another match should draw a crowd.
(From Wednesday s Daily)

l bell, A. lewald, r. Peterson nd John Olson, all of Seattle.
 The large gasoline launch Baldv ar rived in port his morning. towing the gasoline stern wheeler Coldfoot, and seow, enroute for Katalla. After reaching the end of the long journey. the boats will go into service on the Copper River.
 The combined effects of politics, merry sunshine and the gentle Spring produced such aa exuberance of good spirits in two of Ketchkan's leading citizens yesterday that challenge from one of them for foot race was promptly taken up, and a linn ited audience got more than their II oney's worth, the Alaska Steamship Compa- ny winning from the ketchikan can nery ny half fathom, the course be- ing covered at a twenty three knot clip. It is reported that the winner lost his watch charm and his breath for half an hour, and the loser, his anxiety for any further speed trials. The Jefferson arrived from tn south this morning with the usual big cargo ! and large passenger list. For Ket- chkan were the following; w. F. Smith of the Boundary Commission Survey, Herman Ohl, K. c. Hill, Hiram Grassy, Mrs. Chas. Deppe, Mrs. Fremont King, H. J. Garness, P. NJ. Boothroyd, H. W. Smith, J. c. Starkey, 0. Huffman, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Patching of Loring, r. Camp bell, Geo. H. Butzer, and thirteen second class passengers including sev- eral Japs. The Jefferson also carried big lists for Juneau and Skagway. She carried freight for the local can- nery which she discharged and pro- ceeded on her way northward.
 The reception and ball given last night in honor of the guests of Ketch- ikan proved the successful and enjoy able affair that was assured by the willing cooperation of as many as were asked to help. The hall was tastfully decorated and the visitors, who were met and introduced by May or Pittenger, ex-Mayor Hunt and others of the regular entertainment committee, were made to feel that ketchikan felt honored in honoring them. The time was spent in becom- ing better acquainted until about half past ten, when the music commenced.
 The Grand March was led by Col. Perkins of Nome and Mrs. Pittenger, dancing continuing to late hour. The ladies of the refreshment con- mittee received many we'll deserved compliments on the quickness with which they served the guests, as well as for the excellence of the good things provided
 The Carita returned at two o'clock this n orning from her special trip in quest of Joseph Auriol. who this morn- ing positively identified the body found in the water near the Newtown walk as that of his son Alfred AurioI. It will be remembered that the Auriol boy left his home on the evening of March 18th, but failed to return and was never again seen alive. The father today stated positively that the boy wore watch and ring when last seen, but nothing whatever was found in his pockets today, giving rise to belief that he met with foul play. This, however, is douhted by many, as his possessions were not valuable. The young man was nearly blind and somewhat feeble, and it is generally thought that he fell off of one of the docks and was drowned. The family and friends searched for him for seve- ral weeks. The funeral was held this afternon.
 A telegram was received this after noon announcing the death Of Mrs. w. s. Smith of Ketchikan, in q hospital in Seattle, the end coming at four o'clock yesterday afternoon. The news will be great shock to many people in Ketchikan who knew and loved M".. Su ith, and who expected to see her return soon in good health. Mir. and Mrs. Smith left Ketchikan lit- tie more than two weeks ago for Se- attle and though Mrs. Smith had been ill for long time, it was be- lieved that rest and recuperation would soon restore her.
 City of Seattle is due from the north at eight o'clock tomorrow morning. w. F.. Smith, of the Boundary Sur- vey Commission which is to operate this season from headquarters on the Unuk River. arri ved this morning on he Jefferson, accompanied by a party of thirteen men who are to assist him. The Teddy has been chartered for the seasons work, aud the party imme- diately went aboard, taking a big shipment of supplies.
 The new confectionery and fruit store on the dock, which will be ope- rated by tho Misses Kubley is today receiving the finishing touches at tho