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The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THEY SCRAP

NEW ORLEANS. Sept. i. The city elections which were held in this city today were the most dis orderly in recent years There were many shooting affrays throughout the city, and frequent attempts were made to rush the polling booths. which were guarded by armed citi- hens. On several occasions the guardians of the ballot boxes were forced to use their guns. and a num- her of men were seriously wounded. Upwards of fifty arrests were made during the day.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
GOING SOM E.

NACO, Ariz., Sept. ,. Another international episode occurred on ranch near here today when party of Mexican rebels sWooped down upon the place, fired upon the COW boys until they were driven away, and escaped Nith 70 horses off the ranch.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
SENATOR DIXON DELIGHTED

SALT LAKE. Sept 1. Senator IiNon. manager for Colonel Roose- welt, is jubilant over the victory ot the Progressiyes in the Green Mountain state. and believes that the iafSe Progressive vote cast will be sufficiently increased by November to insure majority for Roosevelt in the pres csiiential contest.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
MOUNTED POLICE.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. !. - Ma jor George II. McManus of the coast artillery returned today from an inspection of the army posts in Alaska. He strongly favors the pro posed than2r in. the military of Alaska, wh:,h Hi,l replace the sol diers there by a force of men mod eled after the Royal Northwest mounted police of the Northwest territories of Canada. He believes that such force would be superior to the present sJstem. and at the same time be more economical.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
T. R. PRAISES r R

JANFSTOWN. $. D.. Sept. Tn his speech here last night Theo- dore Roosevelt said that this country is divided into two classes. political. ly - those who are with the Pro Gressives and those who are against them. The enemies to Progress sion. he said. are conspicuously the allies Of Wall street.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
OH, THOSE JUDGESl

WASHINGTON. Sept ,. - An in novation in the line of trust inEesti- gation has been instituted in Massa- chusctts by Circuit Court Judges l.e Baron E. Colt and William l.. Put nam. who have ruled that the shot machinery trust probe shall be held behind closed doors Even news paper men are to be excluded from the hearings. and none of the de tails are to be made public until the investigation has been concluded.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THEY QUIT COLD.

SAN FRANCISCO. Sept. :. - IL is probable that no further effort will be made 10 get the Taft electors of California on the official ballot. Secretary Forbes of the Republican committee today said that he con- siders it useless to make an effort 10 obtain the necessary 1l.000 sigma lures.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
r. R, IGNORED,

DIES MONIES. Sept ,. Theo dore Roosevelt attended the Progress sive convention here yesterday. and was the guest of honor He address ed the convention. and during his remarks expressed the hope that the standpatters would center upon Woodrow Wilson and throw all their support to Wilson. He also declared for speedy downward revision of ;he tariff.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
FEMALE VACUUM CLEANER.

CHICAGO, Sept, 6, - The coroner who is engaged in eXhuming the bodies of the dead at West Ham mond, Ind, (Abe Isaacs' town, who had been found dead in dives of that place, declares that at least F of them came to their death from poison. The investigation is the result of crusade backed by Vir ginia Brooks, society girl, who is cleaning West Hammond. where she owns considerable property
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THE GREAT "I AM"

ST. PAUL, Sept b. -. Theodore Roosevelt, in an address delivered today before the State Fair attend ance, likened the Democratic party to the offspring of the stricken con- science of the people of this great republic. He declared that he is the only candidate of the people that both Taft and Wilson owe their nomination to the bosses, who ar ranged their nominations, while he owes his nomination to himself.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
INCOMES WE'LL

NFW EORk, Sept 6. - William McCombs, Governor Wilson's cam paign manager, has returned to this city from the ranch where he has been rusticating. and announces that he Is ready to resume the reSpOnSi bilities of the campaign which he was forced to relinquish because of a general breakdown.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WOMEN ON THE JOB.

NEW YORK, Sept, 4. - Over 100 women have announced their inten- ton of attending the Progressive convention which Is 10 be held at Syracuse tomorrow for the purpose of nominating full state ticket. Al though denied the right of full sui fraSe on equal terms with the men. the women of this state, and especi- ally this city, are taking great inter- est in the present campaign. and are strong in their advocacy for the can didacy of Colonel Roosevelt
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
ROOSEVELT KNOCKS.

GRAND FORKS, N. D., Sept G. Colonel Roosevelt has taken Cover nor Wilson to task for his alleged repudiatiOn of the Democratic is sues. The colonel asserts that the Democratic candidate is not follow ing the dictates of his party, and that his campaign speeches brand him as a deserter of the cause he professes to represent.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
N E EBRASkA!

LINCOLN. Sept. i. Governor Aldrich and Congressman Norris, straight Republican candidates, and six Roosevelt electors have been en- dorsed by the Progressive Republi- can state convention. which is in session in this city today.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THE DASO AGAIN.

ROME, Sept. :. Efforts are be ing made to force Italy to protest 10 Washington against the imprisor- ment of Ettor and Niovanitti.. who are held at Lawrence. Mass. on the charge of murder. alleged to have been committed during the recent textile strike there
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
EMPEROR BILLS REVIEWS.

BERLIN. Sept 3 -- Emperor Will liam this morning reviewed the Ger man army. The procession was headed by eight aeroplanes and two dirigible balloons. and was most imposing affair.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
AFTER THE COIN,

NOME, Sept. 7 The Miocene Ditch company has entered suit against the Wild Goose Mining com pany for $1.5O000O damages. for use 3f the water of the Nome river for the past six years. Fink is the at torney for Miocene company. asso- eiated with Attorney Lomen. and w. A Gilmore is the attorney for the defense. The case will be hot ly contested involving as it does so much money,
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
COMMITTEE CALLS

WASHINGTON, Sept: 3. .- The senate committee appointed to in vestigate the amounts received and expended by the various campaign committees of 1904, has summoned William Loeb, George Cortelyou. Will jam Hearst and John Archbold to ap- pear at the hearing which will be held late this month.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
VERMONT ELECTS,

WHITE PLAINS JUNCTION, Sept 1. - The returns from the state election which was held throughout Vermont yesterday show that Fetch CT, Republican. is the choice of the people for governor. He received more than 23,0O0 votes, while the Democratic candidate had only 1S,- 900. The Progressive candidate came third with 14,OOO.
 The Progressives were more for tunate in the contest for legislative offices. having elected sufficient number of their candidates to i'm sure the control of the next legis-
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
HI,lES Pl BASED ALSO

NEW YORK. Sept. 4.- Campaign Mauagor Hilies. who is directing the presidential fight for President Taft. IS well satisfied with the showing made by the Republicans in Yer mont. despite the fact that the vote Df l!n> Nas reduced hy almost half
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
BUSTS UP IN ROW,

GREAT FALLS. Mont, Sept. D. The state convention of the Pro gressives. which began it's delibera- tions here this week. has broken up in TOW, and each of the two factions now is trying to put a ticket in the field Despite the split however. it is thought Harry Wilson will be the unanimous choice as the candidate for governor
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
r, R, PLAYING OUT.

TERRE HAUTE, Sept. 3-Colonel Roosevelt arrived here late this af- ternoon, and addressed crowd briefly this evening. His voice is giving way under the great strain of frequent speaking in the open air. and he will be unable to visit many of the towns which were laid down Dn his list
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
JUDGE LYONS O. K

NOME. Sept. :. - Judge Lyons. who has been holding court here leaves on the Victoria today for his home in Juneau. The Nome Bar association held a meeting last night and endorsed the work of Judge Lyons. who finished so many cases turing his stay here,
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
BEAT THEM,

JACKSON, Mich, Sept. 6. In censed over the punishment inflicted upon the prisoners of the state pen itentay who took part in the recent mutiny, the people of this city have petititOned Governor Osborne to take action on behalf of the unfortunates, who, it is alleged, have been flogged unmerciIully by the prison authori ties,
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WESTERN PA, STORM

PFTTSBURG, Sept. 3. - Forty are drowned and may are missing as resul, of the Foods in Western Pennsylvania. Eastern Ohio and Western West Virginia. The prop erty loss will exceed S2.000, ,00l
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
HORSE BEATS TEDDY.

ST. PAUL, Sept. ,. - While Col onel Roosevelt was making speech here this afternoon, a runaway horse dashed into the crowd. injuring 5a of the audience. and causing such excitement that it was impossible for the colonel to proceed with the meeting. Several of those struck by the frightened animal were quite seriously injured
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
SOFT AND LOW.

KEOKUK. la, Sept. i. - Colonel Roosevelt delivered a brief address here this morning on the issues of the campaign. The colonel's voice is so badly strained by constant talking that he could scarcely be heard by his local hearers. He snoke confidently on his chances of cleo tion and warned his audiench to beware of the tricks of the old party tardiiatpS
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09

Booth. and the new mead of the salvation Army, plans the erection of Salvation Army college as memorial to his father The cost of the new college of knowledge. which will he for the especial en- joyment of the poor, will be approx. imatclv S5O.O0O.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
OCTOBER 8 IS DATE.

CINCINNATI, O., Sept. 6. The date of the worlds championship baseball series between the teams at the head of the American and the National leagues at the end of the season has been set for October 8.
 At the present time, the New York Nationals and the Boston Americans are leading, the former by 40 points over the Chicago team, and the latter by nearly 100 points over the Washingtons
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
MEXICAN T, R.

FL PASO, Sept. i. General OroZco is directing the movements of the remnants of the rebel forces from some distance away, The last guard of the rebels are gaIhered in Sonora state. while OroZco is direct ing them from Ascension.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
LOST OUT HERE.

COLUMBUS, O., Sept. 4. The special election held yesterday throughout the state to ascertain the wishes of the voters on several lro- posed amendments. resulted m Iae defeat of the amendment proposing the granting of equal suffrage to the women. The amendment lost by a small margin, while the other amend ments providing for the initiative and referendum and other reforms were carried,
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THEY FUSE.

LINCOLN. Sept. g. - The Pro. gressve wing of the Republican party has consented to join forces with the standpatters in the state convention, and no effort will be made to put Bull Moose ticket in the field
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
STANDPAT1ERS
TAFT LETS FOOT SLIP.

WASHINGTON, Sept. f. - Presi- dent Taft had the misfortune today to injure his ankle while stepping from an auto. and has decided to re- turn home. where he will remain un- iii the injured member recovers. He will start for Beverly tomorrow.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
OI STRhUSS-

SYRACUSE. Sept. :. Oscar solomon Strauss. minister to Fur. key in lSS1. member of the perma. u,nt court of arbitration al The Hague. secretary of commerce and labor in President Roosevelt's cab inet. was today nominated for gov. crnor of New York state by. the Progressive Republicans in conven. ton assembled in this city.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WILSON. HATS ALL.

SEA GlRT, Sept. |. - Woodrow Wilson today commended the RoOse- welt party fer nominating o. Strauss for governor of New York. He said; Tt is an admirable ticket in every way, and will put us good democrats on our mettle."
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
HE IS DYING.

TRENTON, x. J., Sept 6. - Pat rick Gallagher, who shot Mayor Gay nor, of New York city, on the deck of the Kaiser Wilhelm der Crosse, two years ago. is said to be dying i'll the s,ate prison here. A report from the hospital physician says that he is ill an advanced state of paresis and likely not to have long to live
 Gallagher, who is serving a 12-year sentence for his crime. was removed from the state prison owing to his weakened physical condition.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WlL SON AGAIN.

NEW YORK. Sept. ; Wood TON Wilson spoke here last evening hcfor" the Workingmen's league. He spoke Of immigration and said that restriction thereof should admit voluntary immigrants of good char, acter and attachments and exclude those induced to immigrate by the steamship lines and other industrial and commercial agencies
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
PlAYINC HE GAME

TOPEKA. sept :. Federal Judge Sanford has denied the in junction asked for by the support CTS of President Taft to prohibit the placing of the Roosevelt electors upon the general ballot of Kansas under the Republican emblem.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THEY PLOTTED.

NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 4. - J. C. Long, all American, who has just arrived in this city; from Mexico, Sd! $ that the secret service police of Mexico have discovered a plot of the Zapatistas to attack the City of Mexico on September .15.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
CHAPTERS CAUGHT.

CLINT ON, Ia, Sept, 6. - Thirty one indictments have been returned against former members of the off cialdom of this county, as well as some against present officials. They are charged with graft in connection with the building of the county courthouse, which cost the county more money than it should have cost.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
ALASKAN PINCHED.

SAN FiANNISNO, Cal. - Septem- Der ]. - Charlotte iara, an 1S-year- old girl, said that Thomas Beau mont, an old time merchant of Fort Yukon, lured her away from her home and drugged her. Therefore the authorities arrested Beaumont on the charge of being a white shaver
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WILL BE HEARD HERE.

WASHINGTON, Sept. f The senate committee which is conduct ing the campaign contribution in yestieation has notified Colonel ROosr- welt that he will be given the oppor- tunity to testify early in October.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
BAD W RICK,

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 6. - One of the worse accidents ever experienced by the Mexican Central railway oc- cured today when a passenger train travelling at full speed ahead ran in- to the rear of heavy freight train. Twelve people were instantly killed. including Division Superintendent Chrietzberg. an American. his wife and five children.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
l he pri2" winners were:
 TURAl EXHIBIT.

Wheat, grain and sheaf First James Woist; second, l.. J. Brick sou.
 Barley. grain and shraf - First Fairbanks Garden; second, Sunny. side Gardens.
 Goats, grain a.d ah,af --- First, Sunnysidc Gardens; second, Vincent Matetich.
 Potatoes First, Dan Hcr&er; second, Sunuyslde Gardens,
 Best General Exhibit of Farm Products - First. Fairbanks Garden; second. Suunyside Gardens; special mention, Arctic Greenhouse,
 Tomatoes Arctic Greenhouse. . Cabba9e-.iohn Scharlc.
 Turnips Alfonso Zchnder.
 Strawberries John Scharlc.
 Celery Arctic Greenhouse.
 Rhubarb C, W. Porter
 Cauliflower Sunnysde Gardens, Cantaloupe - Fairbanks Gardens Cucumbcrs Sunnyside Gardens Ladies' Fancy Work First and second prizes as special exhibits, Floral, fur mineral and taxidermy exhibits, special mention.
 LIVE STOCK,
 White Pckin Ducks - First, Mrs. George Anderson Indian Runner Ducks-First. Mrs, lIinclley.
 Turkeys - First. Mrs. George Ai, derson.
 Homing Pigeons - First, Fred Douse
 Native Chickens = First, Fred Douse; second, F. G. Zwicker
 Outside-reared Brahmas, Asiatic class, weight 91a pounds First, G. F. Beraud
 White Wyandottc - (mother and brood)-Second. C. F. Beraud
 Barred Hrahmas Second. F. G. Zwicker,
 SoWs and Pigs - First and second prizes, Mrs A. Bjerremark.
 Pigs-First, w. H. Ormsbee.
 Best Team of Draft Horses-First, Mike Vidich.
 Best Native Cow - First and sec ond. Hinckley's Dairy.
 Best Cow and Calf - First, Hinck ley's dairy; second, Mel Sabin.
 The report of the judges was signed by Judge J. F. Dillon, Henry T. Ray and H. B. parkin.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
CAN'T SHOW IH EM.

ST. LOTIS, Sept. 5. - There Ia no chance of fusion among the Missouri Progressiyes here who havn split over the issues of ihe cam JaieE. One of the factions will support Roosevelt and the other probably will go over to Wilson.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
ROOSEVELT KNOCKS.

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 4. In his speech here, Theodore Roosevelt as sailed Woodrow Wilson, Democratic candidate for president, upon his tariff beliefs. Said Roosevelt: If the free trade policy of the Demo crats should be followed out by them in good faith, widespread dis aster would follow as a result"
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
FOUGHT FOR FREEDOM

JACKSON, Mich, Sept. i. - Yes terday the convicts at the state pen itentiary (which is within the city limits) mutinied and liberated - "refractories" from the bull pen The militia was called out and drove the conyicts to their cells.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
MINERS CLEAREJ,

NOME. Sept, :. Three miners. aho were prosecuted by the Pioneer Mining company for alleged misde- meaHors, and who were defended by w. A. Gilmore. were acquitted in Judge Lyons court this week.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
M R. MORGAN,

WASHINGTON. Sept. 6. -. Seaa- tor Clapp states that J. Pieryont Morgan will be summoned to trsti fy before the senate committee as to his knowledge of contributions to Roosevelts campaign funds.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
LOWER RATES,

SEATTLE. Sept 6. - The Alaska Steamship company. whih recently announced reduction of $- per ton in freight rates to most Alaska points today extended the reduction to cover rate upon all freight to southeastern Alaska points
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
ANNUAL FAIR
 WAS SUCCESS

With the strains of Home, Sweet Home" still ringing in their ears, over two hundred couples filed out of Gordon's Rink on Tuesday night
 and the doors closed on the third all nual Panama Valley Fair. The fair, suffering in the attendance iron, bad weather. was q huge success. The many exhibits on view were of the highest oraer, and the judges had no little difficulty in deciding to whom they should award the priz-
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
IiEI OIIARANTINE

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2. - It was announced here today that the quar- antine against passengers arriving from Cuba has been lifted, the plague scare in-that country having subsid- ed.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
SAME FOR JOHNSON.

LINCOLN, Sept. 3. Governor Johnson's voice failed him complete ly when he attempted to make a speech here today, and he was com pelled to retire to his hotel after making a few preliminary remarks His strenuous campaigning has greatly exhausted him and it is fear, ed by his friends that he will be unable to fulfill his many engage mentS.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
EVEN uNTO DE AIA

BAR IIARBOR. Sept :. Mrs. John k. Mclean. wife of the edi- 'or and owner of the Cincinnati Enquirer and Washington Post. is at the point of death at their summer home in this city. II is believed that she will not live through the day.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
NOW SHE HAS IT.

KANSAS CITY. Sept. 4 Mrs. Ellen Babcock. motherin-law of Vice President sherman, was today award cd the s5O0.000 estate left by Mrs. Mary S. Dickerson. relative. artcr long contest
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
SHE WOULD JUDGE

SAN FRANCISCO. Sept. i. - For the first time in the history of this state, q seat on the supreme bench has been sought by woman. The name of the fair candidate is Lucy White. a prominent woman lawyer of marked ability.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WARM ]!

JOLIET. Iill., Sept 6. - There is great suffering in this city, and
 hroughtout the state generally, as a result of the heat wave which is passing over the country The registered 100 degrees here today, accompanied by unusual Fully score of prOstra tions have been reported already, and it is feared that fatalities will follow continuance of the eXces- SiVe warmth
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09

interest of the chief executive dur ing the campaign. The matter now Is receiving the attention of the campaign committee. and il is prob able that assignments will he an nounCed within short time.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
FATAL HOTEL FIRE.

BELLEVUE. Idaho, Sept. 4 - Robert l. iIodgin, one of the hest kGown politicians in this state, and three other guests perishcd early this morning In the fire which de- stroFcd the leading hotel of this .ity Their charred remains were recovered this afternoon.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
kARL.E NOMINATED.

MILWAUKEE. Sept. i. Today inc Democratic state convention placed in nomination Judge John C. karlc for governor on the Demo cratic ticket. The remainder of the ticket Will be named this eve ming
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
PROGRESSIVE
CUMMINS WELLS BULL.

DIES MONIES. Sept. 3. - Senator Cummins has announced that he will cast his vote for Roosevelt in the forthcoming election. despite the fact that he can not reconcile him self to the new party which the colonel represents
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
5OURDOUoA MUSHES

OVLN INo hNTL SEATTLE, Wash. Sept. 1. J. D. 1hagard. an old time Alaskan. Wlo amassed his fortune in Nome passed over the last divide here this afternoon.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
AVIATOR KILLED.

LONDON, Sept. G. - Captain Pat rick Hamilton and Lieutenant A. w. Stewart of the army corps of aero nauts fell 1000 feet i'll a monoplane today. and were instantly killed.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
WAR IS HELL

WASHINGTON. Sept. :. The war department is preparing to send two more regiments of soldiers to the Mexican border. President raft has approved the movement and the soldiers have been ordered to pro ceed from Forts Russell and Riley.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
PRETTY LOW.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 6. A submarine under command of Lieu tenant Howell today attained a depth of 2S3 feet. and maintained a speed Of six knots at that depth. brea..in, the worlds records for submarines
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
HE LANDS IT!

GREAT FALLS, Mont, Sept. G. Judge Henry Smith, associate jus lice of the supreme court of Mon tana was today nominated for Unit ed States senator by the Republican party of Montana.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
A DRY ONE.

ADA, O.. Sept. j. Aaron s. Watkins was officially notified today >f his selection as the running mate of Eugen" Chafin on the Prohibit ion ticket, and accepted the honor iii brief speech of acceptance.
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
FRANKIE BURNS IS FAVORITE

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6. - Frankie Burns has been picked for the winner of the match which is scheduled to take place in this city on Monday between the New Jersey boy and One Round" Hogan
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
THE slLvER.ToNGUED ONE.

DENNER. Sept. ]. = William Jen- nings Bryan, who is here in the in terest Of the candidacy of Gov emo" Wilson, has accepted an invi- tation to deliver an address tonight before the American Fisheries so- Cicty
The Alaska citizen., 1912-09-09
so IT GOES,

ST. LOUIS. Sept. :. Mrs. Ott. wife of the reur-to-nature artist who has had such a sensational run, Is today suing him for divorce. on the grounds of cruelty