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The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
CITY ESTABLISHES
 CRUSHING PLANT

A new era has set in for Juneau the era of good roads, rock-paved streets to supplant the expensive and plank highways. This was practically decided upon at last nights council meeting. It is said that there is a very fine deposit of good rock on lower Gold creek which can be delivered in town at a minimum cost. It is proposed to establish a rock crushing plant at this location at once or as soon as the necessary engine for operating the crusher can be shipped to Juneau.
 Last night the city council empower ed and authorized the street com mittee to buy an engine for the rock crusher recently donated to the city by B. l.. Thane Reports from several supply houses on the cost of the engine were received and it is possible for the rock crushing plant to be established at a cost of under $5.OOO. With this plant City Engin' ger Blakeslee estimates that the cost of street paving can be reduced 30 per cent. Moreover it is proposed that an enormous saving can be made in the construction of the new con crete school building by the estab lishment of the plant
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
LOOKING TOWARD
 FIRE PROTECTION

In reporting on the matter of fire protection last night Councilman HurI- butt said that the new pumps and the monitor were here for the salt water aids but that the Lone Fisherman could not very we'll be fitted up un- iii relieved by the Amy which was not vet on the ferry run.
 In touching on the ire alarm sys- tem. Mir Hurlbutt said that he was de cidedly in favor of installing the game we'll system rather than becoming in- volyed with the city telephone system.
 Mir Hurlbutt spoke of the central fire station which it was now desired 10 establish. He said that at one time he had succeeded in getting 5000 pleged toward this undertaking on a plan similar to that being successful ly carried out by the school board at the present time. but he did not know whether he could revive the spirit and accomplish the purpose now or not, He would take the matter up as soon as possible and report later Mir. Hurl- butt is in favor of having the depart ment strengthened by the employ ment of at least one competent man on salary to take charge of the de- partment and give his entire atten- tion to the business of fighting and pre- venting fires
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Stranger In Hospital
 Relative of The Kaiser

story to Charles Gunlacht. He came to America many years ago and has a sister living in St, Louis. He ar rived here in the early days and went to the Yukon. While in the Yukon he accumulated enough money to pay off the indebtedness on his fathers es- tate and feels very proud over the ac- complishment.
 He was too weak to go into the carrerr he followed immediately preced- ing his advent in Juneau and the con versation was suspended. It is known however. that he only arrived in Ju. neau about ten days ago. This morn ing Dr. Sloane reports that the pa tient is getting better and it is eX- pected that he will get well.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

WASHINGTON, May 17-Apparent- ly both the United States government and Japan are waiting for Gov. Hiram Johnson of California to sign the an ti.alien land bill before they take any further action. A tentative reply to Japan's protest has been prepared by Assistant Secretary of State John Bas- sett Moore, acting upon the sugges- tions and conclusions of Secretary of State William J. Bryan. Secretary Bryan refused to make public the na- ture of the reply of the United States, and depricated any attempt on the part of the newspaper men to guess at what it would be.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
DEMOCRATS TO INTRODUCE
 CURRENCY LAW SOON

WASHINGTON, May 17.-A Demo- cratic administration bill to reform the banking and currency laws will be introduced before the special ses- sion of Congress adjourns. It will not be passed this summer, but will be the star feature of the winter session.
 This is President Wilson's currency legislative program, it was learned to- day, following a conference of the cur rency experts of the Senate and the House. It was stated that a special message to Congress outlining this policy will soon be made by the Presi- dent this coming week.
 The administration currency bill IS now being polished off by the leaders on the banking committees on both houses. Time for its Introduction will be determined later, but it is said that the plan of introducing a tentative bill late in the present session has been definitely decided upon.
 The main features of the proposed bill, it is said, will be modified clearing house scheme, with absolute control by the Government insured This feature has been submitted to Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo for his approval.
 President Wilson's idea in having tentative bill considered this ses sion. but to await final action until winter, is to give the country several months in which to study and criticise the proposed enactment. Furthermore the President wants to avoid al chance of being accused of nasty con sideration of a subject of such vita importance to the country, to permit business interests to become accus toned to the new tariff, and to show that a reform which the Republicans have been considering for score O years can be put through by Demo cratic administration, with due delib eration, and yet within the space O a few months.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

Major J. F. A. Strong will take the oath of office as Governor of Alaska at high noon next Wednesday. That was agreed upon by the committee that has charge of the inauguration. The ceremony will be simple. After the oath of office shall have been ad- ministered the retiring Governor, Wal ter E. Clark, will introduce the new Governor, J. F. A. Strong, to those assembled, who will make an address. It has not been determined who will administer the oath, but it probably will be Gen. w. l.. Distin, Secretary of the Territory.
 The ceremony will be at the court house-on the portico if the weather
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
MarineNotes

The Curacao arrived from the South at s a. m. today bringing coal, steel rails and cement.
 The Al-Ki will arrive in Juneau to- morrow night and depart for the South Monday.
 The Admiral Sampson left Valdez at three o'clock this morning and should arrive in Juneau Monday morn ing.
 The Jefferson should arrive from Se- attle Monday.
 The City of Seattle left Seattle last night and will arrive Tuesday.
 The Alameda will be dut from the Westward Monday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
eAccALAUREATE SERVICES
 TAKE PLACE TOMORROW

The baccalaureate services for the Juneau high school will take place at the methodist church tomorrow eve ming at o'clock. The Rev, R. C.. Blackwell. pastor of the Methodist church, will preach the baccalaureate sermon. The pastors and members of the congregations of the Episcopal and Presbyterian churches will join those of the Methodist in a union ser vice in honor of the occasion.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Major Strong To Become
 Governor Wednesday

is fine, otherwise in the court room.
 Almost immediately after the inaugur. tion Gov and Mrs. Walter E. Clark will leave on the City of Seattle for the South and East.
 SEATTLE, May 17.-Major and Mrs. J. F. A. Strong, who have had stren. uous six days in Seattle, sailed yes. terday on the City of Seattle for Ju. neau. Major Strong has been almost constantly engaged since his arrival last Saturday in consultation with Alaskans and those interested in the Territory, receiving calls from Alas. kans, residents of Seattle and others, and in attending dinners and meetings in his honor.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
READY
 FOR THE BATTLE

WASHINGTON, May 17.-At a meet ing of the executive committee of the Democratic National Central commit tee the following were selected as a campaign committee:
 A. Mitchell Palmer, of Penn; Clark Howell, of Georgia; Cato Sells, of Tex as; Homer Cummings, of Connecticut; Fred Lynch, of Minnesota.
 Representative A. Mitchell Palmer was chosen chairman of the executive committee and Rolla Wells, of Mis- souri, treasurer
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
HUNT TASKSFOR TROOPS COX REFUSES
Passes
 Two Ordinances

Last night the city councll met Ill regular session and finished up many of the matters that have been contin- ued from adjourned meetings during the past two weeks. There were pres ent Mayor Carter and Councilmen Case, Hurlbutt, Raymond, and Mar shall; Pullen and Geddes being ab- sent. The taxation ordinance amend ed to make the city clerk tax collector was passed. The ordinance condemn ing the necessary property for the strengthening of street lines at the in- tersection of Front and Franklin streets also passed. Both ordinances were adapted unanimously. The building ordinance was put over until the next meeting,
 z. R. Cheney appeared before the body and made an address on the con- dition of some Franklin street prop erty adjoining the plot where he is erecting a new structure. Mir. Chen ey said that the property in question in block "L" was encountered with some old buildings that were consid- cred unsafe and a fire menace. He was investing several thousands of dollars in a new building adjoining and asked that the council investigate the buildings in question and if found as represented to condemn the same. The matter was referred to commit tee
 A communication was received from John G. Held stating that the City of Juneau had not paid him for legal ser vices rendered five years ago although he had presented his claim in due form nor had the city allowed any compen- sation for the use of his property on which fire houses were maintained. He asked that his claim for services be paid and that he be allowed a ground rental of ten dollars per month for the past and fifteen dollars per month in future for the land used by the city. On motion the council ordered an all lowance of $9O for six months rental in advance and an investigation into the matters relating to past claims.
 Routine Matters.
 A petition from Ed. c. Russell to have building removed from the street was referred.
 A petition was received from Tom Stevens for permission to occupy a part of the street between the water front and Courthouse hill was read On motion it was decided to lease the property at a nominal rental.
 A petition was received from Ed. C.. Russell, ct al, for the opening of liar ris street.
 Peter Hanson appeared before the council and asked that Dixon street be opened. He declared that the old winding road which passed over pri- vate property was being closed by the owners and that people on the hill were deprived of ingress to their prop erty. This matter was referred.
 Councilman Hurlbutt reported on the fire alarm and central station sys- tenn but asked for more time.
 A preliminary report was made by Councilman Raymond and City En- gineer Blakeslee on the tide flats bridge. According to rough estimates it will cost from $1O,OOO to $1o,OOO to put in the improvement.
 The street committee was author ized and empowered to buy an engine for the rock crusher.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

The identity of the man stricken with apopleNy aud carried to St. Anns hospital yesterday and referred to as "Dutch Henry" has been cleared up, According to his own statement his name is Henry Mala. He is native of Prussia. Germany, and descend ant of the house of Hohenzollern' which has ruled Germany since the formation of the empire and the king dom of Prussia long before that i'm portaut event. He is also pioneer ot Alaska and the Yukon. Dr. Sloane says that he will recover,
 While very low Mir. Mala, who had regained consciousness yesterday, told very briefly in his native tongue. his
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
CITY OF SEATTLE
 SAILS FOR NORTH

SEATTLE, May 17.-The City of se- attle sailed last night for Juneau, Doug las and other Southeastern Alaska points with the following passengers:
 For Juneau--Major and Mrs. J. F. A. Strong, Amanda Lindsey, T. S. Me Dougal, E. H. Couran, Walter Belle man, Mrs. Belleman, pr. A. c. De- Vigne, E. L. Evalley, Mrs. G. D. Hewitt, Jack Bogovich, L. E. Waldo, John Gotsch. Mrs. Kinnie Gorderer, h. D. Dawes, and five steerage.
 For Douglas-Miss Pearl Storer.
 For Treadwell-Mrs. Kinzie.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
ALL BUT TWO
 PERISH IN ARCTIC

CHRISTIANIA, Norway, May 17. - All save two of the German Arctic eX- ploration and scientific expedition that was commanded by Lieut.. Schroeder Stanza have perished according to re- ports received here. The Norwegian government is sending out search ing party to ascertain the truth of the report and to recover the remains of those that died.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
JOHN MITCHELL
 TAKES OFFICE

ALBANY, N. Y., May 17.-John Nit chell, the great labor leader, yester- day accepted a recess appointment from Gov. William Sulzer to be labor commissioner for the State of New York. The State Senate twice reject ed the appointment of Mitchell. His name will again be sent to the Senate when the Legislature convenes in ex' tra session.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

The Rev. Father Peter Donnelly be- gins series of sermons and lectures in the Catholic church Sunday morn ing at 1O:SO o'clock. The object of these addresses is to arouse Catho- lies to a better practice of their re- ligion and to explain to all Christians the principles of Catholic belief. By this means many prejudices are brushed aside and truth prevails. Fa- ther Donnelly has a world wide repu- tation as a pulpit and platform speak CT, so the people of Juneau are prom ised an intellectual treat during the week. All are cordially welcome. Ser vice begins each evening at 8 p. m.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
TODAY IS NoRWAYs
 NATIONAL HOLIDAY

Today, IT de Mai" is Norway's na- tional holiday. Ninety-nine years ago today, Norway threw off the yoke of Sweden and began an independent ex- istence in all internal matters with a parliament of her own. It was not, however, until 1905 that it became a separate nation.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
KippIEs ATTEND
 THE oRPHEUM MATINEE

The young school children of Jul neau attended matinee performance at the Orpheum show this afternoon. A splendid program goes on tonight for the first time. Texan Twins" with Crane Wilbur doing the twins and appearing double on the stage Is a bit of irresistible comedy. Other good pieces include Making Good" Mistaken Identity" and the Kat zies,"
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
WILL CLOSE THE
 CHARTER ROLL TUESDAY

At next Tuesdays meeting of Igloo No. 6, Pioneers of Alaska, the char ter will be closed. All eligibles desir- ing to have their names on the char ter membership roll should attend to the matter at once.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
NOTED EPISCOPAL
 BISHOP IS DEAD

NEW YORK, May F. - The Right Rev. William Croswell Doane, Episco' palian Bishop of Albany, died yester' day in this city. Bishop Doane was the second oldest bishop in point of service in the Episcopal church. He constituted bishop in 1869, and was second only to Bishop Sylvester Tut tie, of St. Louis. He was one of the most famous divines of the Nation.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
SLIGHTLY INJURED IN
 sAWMlLL ACCIDENT

A man named Toward was acciden- tally injured in the Worthen sawmill this afternoon. He was taken to St. Ann's hospital. The injury is slight consisting of light scalp wound.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
PRESBYTERIANS
 HAVE REUNION

ATLANTA, Ga. May 17.-For the first time in their history the four grand divisions of the Presbyterian church in session in general assem. plies in this city joined in commun. ion service last night.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
THEATRE MANS
 DAUGHTER WEDS

SEATTLE, May 17.-Miss Ruth Con- sidine, daughter of John w. Consi- dine, one of the owners of the Sulli' van and Considine circuit of vaude- vile theatres was married in this city today to E. w. MacLean, jr, of Van couver.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
United States and Japan
 Waiting on Gov. Johnson

men on shore are receiving orders to report for sea duty. The torpedo boats and the torpedo.boat destroyers are being put in commission, and the navy is being generally spruced up. The activity is more than normal.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
AUTO FOR HIRE.-Phone S-1-4. t.f.

Complaint has been made to the city authorities that persons are dump ing garbage along the approach to the government road near the Japanese garden and between the garden and the government road. City Marshal Martin announces that in future all such offenders will be prosecuted.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

CINCINNATI, May 17.-Mayor Hen- ry T. Hunt today appealed to Gov James NJ. Cox for the aid of the milit- ia to take charge of the carmen's strike. He says it has got beyond the of the police.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Arizona Has Antl.AIlen Bill.

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 17.-Gov. Hunt today signed the bill making it for aliens, Caucassians or Mongolians, to hold land in Arizona unless they shall have declared their intentions to become citizens in good faith.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
BIRD MAN WINS
 s1O,OOO PRIZE

HAVANA, May 17.-Romingo Rossil- To, a Cuban, today flew from Key West to Havana winning prize of sl0,0OO offered by the government for the first man to make the flight
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Editors Warned By Daniels.

EdItors Warned By UahTeIS'
 WASHINGTON, May 17.-Secretary of Navy Josephus Daniels said today that editors publishing stories that the United States is on the verge of war with Japan should be criminally prosecuted
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
HAPGOOD BUYS
 HARPER'S WEEKLY

NEW YORK, May IF. - Harpers Weekly was old yesterday to the Nor. man Hapgood Company. Norman Hap good head of the new owning coni- pany was formerly editor of Golfers.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
BIG SHIP TAKES
 WATER EASILY

CAMDEN, N. J., May 17.-The Pa cific Coast Steamship Company's steamship Congress was successfully launched this afternoon, She took the water gracefully and without acci- dent.
 The Congress will be the largest coastwise steamship on the Pacific Coast.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
The Modern Self-Made Man.

50 you claim to be self-made man?"
 "Yes," replied Mir. Cassius Chex. "when my parents died they left me nothing but a paltry two million dol. lars"
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Getting Into the Wilds.

Where are you going this sum. merT
 "oh, somewhere close to the heart of nature, where the automobiling is good, the hotel strictly modern and the train service perfectly reliable"
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
Naval Movements Kept Secret.


 WASHINGTON, May 17.-Much se- crecy is being maintained regarding the movements of the American navy. It is known that there is much activ- ity in the navy everywhere, and that
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
"AMY" IS NOW ON
 REGULAR FERRY RUN

The new ferry boat Amy" today commenced the regular ferry run and is giving entire satisfaction to the crew operating the same
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
OAKLAND CITY
 CLERK KILLS SELF;

OAKLAND, Calif., May 17.-Harold Magill, city clerk, committed suicide today by jumping from. the roof Of the city hall.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Yesterdays Scores.

At St. Louis-Boston, 3; St. Louis, 2. At Chicago-Chicago, '; New York. 0. At Detroit-Detroit, 5; Washington, 2. At Philadelphia, s; Cleve-
 land, 5.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
SOME BASEBALL
 TOMORROW SURE

Baseball fans on both sides of the channel are getting euthused over the prospects of exciting games tomor- row. The regular teams from the communities on each side of the chan mel will meet for the second game of the season on the Douglas grounds. Reports coming from acros sthe bay indicate that the team over there has been conscientiously drilling during the week and that they will be pre- pared to put up a good battle.
 Tom Radonich has had his huskies out every evening during the week and wears a confident smile. He ex- poets to win. and that IS a good frame of mind to cultivate. Zott will not be in the Douglas game. but it is said that new man has been secured that will perform wonders in the center garden.
 On the Home Grounds.
 The contest between the c. w. Young Tigers and the Alaska-Gastin- eau Terriors will be resumed again tomorrow on the home grounds. Many fans are determined 70 witness this game. It will certainly be interesting. Charley Carter shuts up like clam when approached on the subject and his teeth come together with a click. Lawrence Reedy wears smile that carries a suggestion of confidence but dogged determination as we'll. Car ter has made up his mind to take a lot of choice shelf hardware along such as automatics with plenty of car tridges and if the Tigers lose, every one of them will have to take to the water and swim the channel back to town. Reedy has already made out the time checks for every Terrior on the payroll with ninery-nine per cent withheld for hospital dues in case they fail to make good Under such circumstances it is argued that the game will be rather interesting.
 The Juneau regulars will leave on the 1 o'clock ferry tomorrow after noon and game will he called at 2:SC promptly. The merchants and miners will cross bats at the same hour on the Juneau grounds.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
OhiO'S Governor Refuses
 To Call Out Militia

Governor Will Not Interfere.
 COLUMBUS, O., May 17.-Gov. Jas. NJ. Cox has refused to call out the mili- tia to be used in the Cincinnati street carmen's strike.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
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NORTHWESTERN LEAGUE.
YesterdaY's Scores.

Yesterdays Scores At Seattle-Seattle, 4; Vancouver, g. At Tacoma-Tacoma, [; Spokane, 5. At Portland-Portland, $; Victoria A. Pac Coast =. =. ... =. .'' .'''
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
On That We All Agree.

There is one thing that we are not denied. This is fine summer weath- er.-Douglas News.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

SOCIETY DANCING PARTY-Sat- urday night. May IT. S:3O, Gross hall Admission soc. (w.-s)
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
PACIFIC COAST LEAGUE.
Standing of Clubs

Yesterdays Scores. At San Francisco-Oakland. 6; San Francisco, 5. At Los Angeles-Portland, 5; Los An geles, 2. At sacramento-venice, 6; Sacrament to, ?.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17
NATIONAL LEAGUE.
Yesterdays Scores

At New York--New York, q; Pitts
 burgh, 4. At Brooklyn, 6; St. Louis, 5. At Philadelphia - Philadelphia 10;
 Chicago, 4. At Boston - Cincinnati.Boston, post
 poned; rain.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

The Daily Empire delivered in Ju. neau. Douglas and Treadwell for $1.OO a month.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

The Lovera Monarch is the popu- lar bit size. ***
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

Job Printing at The Empire once.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-05-17

Try Lovera, Sure to Please" If