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The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
WHY GOVERNMENT
 RAILROAD IN ALASKA

As regards actual construction and ownership by the government, some people raise objections, generally to the effect that the cost would impose an indirect and unproftable burden upon the taxpayers of the United States proper, inasmuch as the devel- opmcnt is wholly within Alaska and ostensibly for the direct benefit of it's people This primary objection sounds substantial at first thought, but when facts and figures are analysed the re- suits do not support it.
 It is commonly known that Alaska was purchased from Russia in 1867 for S7.5O0, 900. Since then there has been taken out of the Territory not less than $35O0O0,OOO in diversified prod ucts, mainly gold, copper furs and fish, a profit on the purchase of approx imately 4,5OO per cent. This profit has been absorbed in the national wealth of the United States through various avenues of commercial inter- change. There remains in Alaska great potential wealth in the same products, and in addition thereto the anthracite and bituminous coal depos- it's are untouched. lack of develop ment alone standing between the coal and the warming of homes and pro- duction of energy for industrial pur- poses along the Pacific seabOard of the United States This coal will tend to lessen the cost of domestic and com mercial fuel by reason of additional competition in the market.
 Regardless of obstacles encountered up to the present time in the mainte- nance and operation of Alaska rail roads there is much hope for the fu- ture, as experience has demonstrated that all railroads, wherever their loca- tion may be, during early years of maintenance and operation are subject to trouble in greater degree than is the rule in later years, when sufficient time has elapsed to permit of substan- tial adjustment through a gradual CO., ordination of physical features.
 Reverting to the question of govern ment ownership, the government has expended many millions of dollars and many lives have been lost in the mill tary and civil administration of the Philippines, Hawaii, Porto Rico and Cuba in the development of these isl ands for the direct benefit of alien peo- pie, with no substantial proof that it's efforts have been understood and ap- preciated, and with no assurance that in the end a reasonable profit will be realized on the expenditure.
 Contrast this with what we have found in Alaska. Alaska has already contributed immensely to our national wealth. and there still remains vast wealth to be developed. It is white mans country i'll every sense that the term implies. There is no country where white men grow hardier and healthier. These men have undergone hardships, as did the pioneers in the early days of our Western States, and in return they have been neglected, even imposed upon, by their govern ment-(E F. Swergal, of New York Central and Hudson River Railway in Railway Age-Gazette.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
SULZER'S ATTORNEYS
 ATTACK PROCEEDINGS

ALBANY, N. r., Sept. 22.-The State Senate and the Court of Appeals met this afternoon again as court to try the impeachment charges against Will jam Sulzer. The attorneys for Gov. Sulzer began their argument that he had been unconstitutionally impeached. No limit of time has been placed upon them.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
BRYAN WILL LECTURE
 WHENEVER HE LIKES
O-O

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20 Secretary of State Bryan said today that he will continue to lecture as long as he is Secretary of State whenever he feels that it is proper for him to do SO. He said that the lectures he has de- livered this year have netted him s. 900.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
MRS. w. T. LUCAS RETURNS

Mrs. w. T. Lucas, accompanied by her father, Thomas Taylor, of Walla Walla, returned on the Alameda Mrs. Lucas had been called to Walla Walla by the illness of her mother, who passed away before she had reached the old family home.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
PASSENGERS ARRIVING
 ON THE JEFFERSON

The following passengers arrived on the Jefferson Sunday morning: E. NJ. G. P. Peary. J. S. Anderson, Mrs. A. c. Young, J. H. Jackson. P D. Palmer and wife, G. A. Baldwin, N. H. Craig, U. c. Morrison, H. Boerner, E. Roeso, e. w. Felch; for Douglas-Ed. Del saver, E. A. Honkamer, and A. J. Matt son.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Gov. and Mrs. Strong
 Return to Capital

Gov. J. F. A. strong returned this morning on the Alameda after an ab- sencr from the capital of two months accompanied by Mrs. strong.
 The trip included the interior coun- try and the Nome region. and Ketchi- kan and Mctlakahtla were included in the itinerary. At the latter place on Saturday the Governor inspected the town. and talked with the Natives and town council. as we'll as Father Dun can. about conditions affecting the wei fare of the people. The Natives have their own town government at Metla kahtla. A reception was afterwards rendered Governor and Mrs. Strong in the hall of the MetIakahtla Musical and Literary Society.
 At Ketchikan.
 The people of Ketchikan were most kind in their reception of the Cover nor and Mrs. Strong. A public meet ing was held in Eagles hail on Friday morning. and ball and reception were given them in the evening under the auspices of Camp Ketchikan No. 20. Arctic Brotherhood. At the meet ing in the morning the Governor de- Hyered a brief address and in the af- ternoon he talked 10 the pupils of the Kctchikan high school.
 Detention Hospitals for Insane.
 Detention hospitals for the insane are under construction at Fairbanks and Nome; the building of these hos pitals having been started by the Gov crnOr during the visits at those places. Appropriations lor the building and equipment of these hospitals were made more than three years ago. Both buildings will be well construct ed and amply large to accommodate all the patients that may be committed to their care
 Drought Hurt Mining Operations.
 NOuulJlOuS tuIOuSHOuI tue lulelIOl and in Seward peninsula are not as favorable as could be desired" said Gov. Strong. this morning. Due to the lack of water for mining purposes for the entire spring and summer sea sons have been exceedingly dry. Con siderable attention is being given to quartz development in the Fairbanks and Nome districts, and the outlook for those sections becoming quartz producers on a large scale is exceed ingly bright"
 Gov. Strong will get to work at once upon his annual report. While delight ed with their trip, and sincerely grate- full for the more than cordial and friendly reception that was accorded them at every point visited in Alaska, and Yukon Territory, Washington and Oregon, they are glad to get settled again in their home in Juneau.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
PASSENGERS ARRIVING
 ON THE GEORGIA

The Georgia arriving from Sitka and wayports brought the following pas sengers: From Sitka-C. c. George son, Leonard Lee, Frank Young, Joe Blazil, C. Boskovich; from Tenakee- Mrs. Peter Johnson, Mrs. Fred Guise, Mrs A. G. Dickinson, w. BagnOle and wife; w. Kartmark; from Gypsum Ed Smith; from Funter-J. Dyroff, Dan Barlow, M. F. Well.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
PASSENGERS ARRIVING
 ON THE HUMBOLDT
O To

The Humboldt arrived from the South this morning bringing freight and mail and the following passengers for Juneau: Mir Al. Carlson, Mrs. NJ. Berry. James Nelson, George Hart man, F.. ScOfield, and H. O. Krogh.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
ALASKAN HOTEL ORDERS
 FORD AUTOMOBILE
n-O-

The Ford agent. William Merchant. has taken an order from the Alaskan Hotel for the immediate delivery of a car for the hotel service. This is the last word in modern equipment for the new hOstelry.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
McGRAW WILL GET
S25.O00 A YEAF
70

NEW YORK. Sept 22.-It is con frmed that John J. C'Mugsy'l Me Graw signed a contract to manage the New York Giants in the National League for five years al a salary of $25.OOO a year McGraw has lead the Giants for 10 years.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
NATIVES NIGHT
O-O

Tonight is Natives night at Jaxon's rink, although the floor will be open to all both afternoon and evening for the benefit of those on night shifts. Good pictures between S:3O and 9:3O. Balcony 10c at night, afternoon free
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
WHERE IS JOHN J. BURKE?

Information wanted as to the where abOuts of John J. Burke, formerly of Syracuse. New York; last heard from in May, 1907. at Seward, Alaska. Ad- dress Ethel Burke, 336 Tennyson ave nue, Syracuse, New York Exchanges please cOpy.)
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
IKE SOWERBY TAKES
 OATH OF ALLEGIANCE

wick. Canada, today took oath of al legiance, administered by Judge R. w. Jennings of the district court and is now entitled to vote. MT. SOwerby who is a pioneer resident of Juneau passed a brilliant examination and had a ready answer for all questions. Ed. c. Russell and Ralph F. Robert son stood sponsore for him.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
LEAVING ON JEFFERSON

The following persons took passage on the Jefferson for the South today: l.. H. Smith, J. Fattoni and wife, c. Jensen, Charles Ostrom, w. H. Ep- ley, B. F. Cardwell, N. P Clarberg, Mrs. R. J. Willis, James King, William Albertson, E. c. Trantow, William NOrdstrOm, Ralph Erickson.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
GAYNOR'S BODY
 LIES IN STATE
O-O

NEW YORK, Sept 22. - Services were held yesterday morning at the GaynOr home in Brooklyn over the re mains of William J. Gaynor, whose body was at once removed to the city hall where it is lying in state. It was viewed throughout Sunday by thous- ands. The funeral will take place from the city hal today.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
DOLPHIN SAILS SATURDAY
 NIGHT FOR THE NORTH
o-O

SEATTLE, Sept 22.-The Dolphin sailed Saturday night with the fol- lowing passengers: for Juneau: Frank Clancy, Mrs. NJ. Aprobasco. and John Kesh; for Douglas: Miss Marie Ad- ans. and seven steerage.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
DUCK HUNTERS BRING
 HOME THE BIRDS

Harry J. Raymond, Percy Jackson and George ButZer returned yesterday from a successful duck hunt in the pre- cincts of Sumdum. Each mighty nim- rod bagged and brought back the full legal limit
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
FOUR BRAVE HUNTERS
 WERE OUT YESTERDAY

John Museth. Harold Manners, Fred Hamburg and Will Merchant are a quartet of mighty hunters that were out in the wilds near Lemon creek yes terday. The four of them succeeded in getting one SNIPE. John Museth killed the bird.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
WHATCOM PIONEER
 COMMITS SUICIDE

BELLINGHAM, Wash, Sept 20. -
 J. NJ. Warriner. a pioneer of What com County. committed suicide this morning by jumping into Chuckanut bay where his daughter drowned her self not long ago.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Madero's Assassin Dead

WASHINGTON, Sept 22. -Constnu- tiOnalists have informed the State De- partment that it has been advised that Lieut. Francisco Cardenas, the alleged assassin of Madero. was killed at Mi- chaolin, where he was sent by Gen. Huerta 10 command the Federals.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
MexiCO's Head Charge
 Trouble to Oil Trust

WASHINGTON, Sept 22. Official representatives of Gen. Huerta have accused the Standard oil company of financing the Madero revolution and also the present revolution that is in progress. They say also that Stand ard Oil's representatives have attempt ed to bribe Gen Huerta.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Wilson Expects to Sign
 Tariff Bill This Week

when the bill comes to me to affix my signature"
 The statement of the President is be- lieved to mean that the conferees rep senting the Senate and the House will reach an agreement this week.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
An Assinine Confession.

A Chicago professor claims never to have kissed a girl. According to in- dividual taste he can be characterized as an Ananias, or merely as the last syllable of the name-Seattle Post-In- telligencer
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
BUFFET MANAGEMENT
 FOR HOTEL CAIN
OO

This morning Harry Cain announced that the buffet of the handsome, new concrete hotel bearing his name would be managed by W. A. Ferguson and M H. Kirkpatrick. These gentle men are first class caterers
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Huerta To Be Neutral.

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 22. Gen. Hu- erta issued statement this morning saying the government has no prcd- Elections nor will it do anything in aid of the candidacy of any man for Pres ident of Mexico at the election that vii ltake place October 26th."
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22

WASHINGTON, Sept. 22. - Presi- dent Woodrow Wilson today told call CTS that he expects to sign the tariff bill this week. He said q have my pen sharpened, and shall be ready
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
ANOTHER BIG GUN
 RECORD Is MADE

SEATTLE, Sept 2O.-The l0Sth coast artillery, using 12-inch battery. scored eight hits today out of a total of ten shots at target practice. The range was 5000 yards.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22

FITCHBURG. Mass, Sept. % -
 Gen. Nelson A. Miles has announced his candidacy for Congress in the Third Massachusetts district to sue ceed Congressman William H. Wild CT.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
TY COBB LEADS EATERS
 I'M AMERICAN LEAGUE

CHICAGO, Sept 22-Ty Cobb has taken the lead in the race for batting honors in the American league. His average is .9S6. Jackson, of Cleveland is second. .374. and Speaker. Boston. third, .369.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
DAVIDSON WILL TAKE
 OFFICE OCTOBER
O O

Providing all of the details can be arranged Charles F. Davidson, lately appointed Surveyor General and ex- official Secretary of Alaska, will be inducted into office on October 1.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
GREEK AUTHORITIES
 SEIZE AMERICANS

VIENNA. Sept. 22.-Greek authori- ties at Koritsa, Alabania, today seized three American school teachers that were teaching 100 Albanian girls.
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Cabinet Member Resinns-

MEXICO CITY. Sept 22. Congress failing 10 confirm him Tamariz has re- signed from the cabinet
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22

WANTED-A mangle hand at the Alaska Steam Laundry. 9-22-tf
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
MININ LEGATIONS
 ISSUED BY BUREAU

The bureau of mines of the depart ment of the interior has issued the fol lowing publications, including bulle- tins, technical papers and miners cir culars:
The Alaska daily empire., 1913-09-22
Bulletins.

Bulletins.
 Bulletin 53 Mining and treatment of feldar and kaolin in the southern Appalachian region, by A. s. Watts. 1913. I'll pp., 16 pls., 12 figs.
 Bulletin 64. The titaniferous iron ores in the United States; their compo- sition and economic value, by J. T. Singewald, jr. 1913. 146 pp
 Technical Papers.
 Technical Paper 33. Sanitation at mining villages in the Birmingham dis trict, Ala, by D. E. Woodbridge, 1913. 2 pp., 1 pl., 9 figs.
 Technical Paper 43. The influence of inert gases on infiammable gaseous mixtures, by J. K. Clement. 1913. A pp.
 Technical Paper 55 The production and use of brown coal in the vicinity of Cologne, Germany, by c. A. Davis. 1913. 15 pp.
 Miners Circular.
 Miners Circular 15 Rules for mine-rescue and first-aid field contests, by J. w. Paul,
 The bureau of mines has copies of these publications for free distribution, but can not give more than one copy of the same bulletin to one person. Requests for all papers can not be granted without satisfactory reason. In asking for publications, please order them by number and title. Alp plications should be adressed to the Director of the Bureau of Mines, Wash ington, D. c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
AN. uNGENERous STATE.
New York Should Reward General
SickIes, Not Prosecute Him.

Albany, n. Y, Jan. 2S--"It is shocking
to think that the state is pursuing such
war hero with a body execution. In
England the British government would
vote him from e5000 to $4,000"
So declared Republican Leader Brown
OF the Senate Monday night. in ANNOUNCE
ing that, Tuesday. he would introduce Il
resolution designed to provide fora legis-
lative investigation of the facts concern
ing the alleged shortage of s23 47s In the
accounts of Gen, Daniel f. Siekles as
chairman of the state Monuments Com
mission, with possible relief for the vet
eran.
Il believe General Sickles should not be
treated like an ordinary state employee
under such circumstances" said Senator
Brown. During the past 25 years he
has spent over $4,000 for the state with
out accepting cent for his services Less
worthy cases have been generously dealt
with in the past by the state | believe
thorough investigation is warranted"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
A VIGOROUS PROTEST
Against Consolidation of the Customs
Districts in State of Maine.

Bangor, Me, Jan. 2S-Mayor Mullen mas
sent this telegram to Senator Obadiah
Gardner and to the other members OF
the Maine delegation In Congress-Sena.
tor johnson and Representatives McGil.
licuddy, Gould, Kinds and Guernsey:
Bangor, Jan. 26. Hon. Obadiah Gardner
United States Senate, Washington, d. G.
Citizens of eastern Maine without regard
to party protest against the plan to con.
solidate the Maine customs districts. Sc
cure delay until formal protest can be
filed. Charles w. Mullen, Mayor of Ban.
gor
The consolidation referred to was pro-
Vided for in rider to the general appro-
priation bill passed last year, by the pro
visions of which the secretary of the
treasury was authorized to effect such
consolidation of the Maine customs dis
tricts as he thought proper and advan-
tageous his action to be subject to APP
prevail by the President
At first it was the secretary's intention
to divide the State into four districts
Portland, Bangor, Passamaquoddy and
Houlton. Then, a little later, the num-
Der was reduced to three, Houlton being
cut out; and now it is announced that he
has concluded to consolidate all the dis
tricts into one, with Portland as the seat
of the collector and nearly all of the
business. -.I Hs-s
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
GOV. Foss REGRETS
That Gov. Haines Was Unable to At
tend Railroad Conference.

Boston, ian. 2S.-Up to mid after
noon, Monday. Governor Foss had not
received the letter of Governor Haines
of Maine setting forth the latters
views on the proposed New. England
Railroad conference Governor Foss
said that he wished that Mr. Haines
had been able to attend tho meeting
Saturday, because he felt that step
toward real progress for all of the
states had been taken.
We all met with some misgiyings,"
said Mr. Foss, because We all had
local problems confronting us. But.
after four hours of deliberation we fell.
that the vote which was passed rep
resented what might be done in help
ing to straighten the situation.
1T was the disposition of all the
governors to be as helpful as possible.
We recognized that it was not a case
for critical and drastic action, 81
much as 1t was case for constructive
work"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
Thorpe's Confession
Mixes Up Trophies.

New York, Jan. 2S.-Although Amer
lea leads all nations as a point win
ner at the Olympic games, notwith-
standing the confessed professional
ism OF James Thorpe and the conse-
quent loss of points made by him, the
American Olympic committee faces.
today, the unpleasant duty of return :
ing TO Sweden the handsome trophies
awarded the Indian while the Anna
'eur Athletic Union must revise all
us records BY virtue of these changes
Martin Sheridan, a New York police
man, automatically resumes his title
as champion all-around athlete of
America. Thorpe took the honor from
nm While competing in New York.
i"Sl LABOR day. All Thorpes records
must so, however, and the trophies for
hfst place that day will be awarded to
D. Bredemus a Princeton athlete. who
finished second.
sheridan said, today. that he found
no comfort in title restored under
Such circumstances. Like all anna
'eur athletes, he feels keenly the blow
lAat Fhorpe's lndiscretion in PLAYING
proiesilonal baseball brought about.
The Amateur Athletic Union regards
IT as an object lesson to amateurs and
It - not Improbable that others Will
suffer In his letter of Yesterday
Ihorpe said other college men were
paying baseball for money on tho
team OF which he was q member and
II was said, today, that an investiga
'ioh OF these charges would he made
Just when Thorpe's Olympic tro.
pines will be shipped to Sweden was
not announced, today. They are al
carlisle but probably will be turned
over to the American Olympic com
mlttee within a few days, together
with hundreds of other prizes he has
won special meeting of the com
inltiee may be called to go over the
situation.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29

pie were present Supper was served,
consisting of baked beans, brown
bread, pickles. bread and butter, apple
pie, cake and coffee. The society also
wishes to express its appreciation of
the good attendance at these sociables.
The proceeds go TO repair the church,
and it is encouraging to find that
nearly all in the community are in
sympathy with the work.
The Kennebecside Club observed
"Gontlemens Night" at Moody hall,
Friday evening, Jan. oath. A Mother
Goose sociable was given which af-
forded much amusement. Miss Nash
gave several selections on the violin
and Miss Faith Hinckley gave vocal
solo, with Eva Jackson accompanist.
Amusing games were played and priz-
es offered. The decorations were Of
green and white, the Clubs colors,
and suspended in the center of the
room was the "Old Woman Who Lived
in "a Shoe" with all of her children
clinging to the big shoe The male
quartette gave several selections Re-
freshments were served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
ALLIES RELUCTANT
Though Determined to Wage War
Trouble With Roumania Still Stewing

London. Jan. 29.-The evident reluctance
of the Balkan allies to resort to a re-
sumption of hostilities is not improbably
due to their failure to arrange the diff
Guilty with Roumania. DR.. Daneff. head
of the Bulgarian delegation, who remains
in London will have another conference.
today. with NJ. Mishu. the Roumanian
minister TO Great Britain, on the subject
of the Roumanian claims. a rumor is in
circulation in Sofia that Roumania is
about TO present an ultimatun to Bulga-
ria. The Roumanian government has just
arranged for an advance of $4,000, 600 from
a German syndicate on treasury bills,
and. according to u Vienna report, the
Russian Emperor has conferred the order
of White Eagle on the Roumanian pre-
mer, THU Majoresco.
1t can hardly be doubted that appre-
hension regarding the attitude of Rou-
mania and Russia in the event of the re-
sumption of war is giving the allies
pause.
The Vienna Reichepost asserts Bulgaria
is willing to coneede the Roumanian ter
ritorial claims, provided Roumania will
take an active share in the military oper-
atoms against Turkey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1913-01-29
HAS A WARM HEART.
Mrs. Longstreet Offers Her Aid to Set
tile Gen. Sickles' Troubles.

Gainesville, Ca Jan. EST will raise
the money To relieve General Sickles
of his embarrassment if New York
pushes the prosecution and none Of his
friends go to his aid. The ragged,
veterans of the South will rush to re-
srond to the need of one of the most
gallant soldiers America ever knew. "
This Statment was made, Monday, by
Mrs. Helen ID. Longstreet, widow Of
the Confederate general, after the
publication of her kilograms to Gen.
eral Daniel L. Sickles of New York
and the state attorney general at Al
bany, offering aid in the soldiers fl
nancial difficulties.
Ny husband always spoke of Gen
eral S:ckles as the hero of Gettysburg, =
the statement continues. General
Longstreet in the last autograph letter
he ever wrote, Sept. 19. 1902. to General
Sickles, told him that the taking of
the peach orchard by Gen. Sickles'
corps won the battle for the Union
forces.
1T was Gen. Longstreetis detachment
that shot off the leg of the brave Union
general, but as General Longstreet
said: 'Sickles can well afford to leave
leg at Gettysburg, for he has made
sure his place forever in the hearts of
Americans.