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The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
JUALIN MINES TO
 PRODUCE IN WEEK

General Manager L. K. Kennedy of the Jualin Mines Co, who is now in Juneau. says that the mines will be producing next week. The little stamp mill is ready to operate, They are now operating with force of over 200 men. carrying out the plans made, for the development of the mines and the building of a large ore reduction plant.
 Last evening there was an unfound- ed rumor current that the development work at Jualin was temporarily to cease on account of the European war. The Jualin mines are being developed largely through French and Belgium capital. Jean Vanophem. president of the AIgunican Development company which is financing the work, visited the mines few weeks ago and before leaving gave instructions for opening up and developing on a large scale. General Manager Kennedy says he knows of no reason why there should be an change now.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
At The Grand
 Theatre Tonight

Tonight Is the last chance for you to see program that is interesting from start to finish. The film "Ostler Joe' shows that talented person cannot al- ways keep success with her. The scene is laid in and amout London. It is a stirring picture of life in England.
 A touching picture which shows that good will to people less fortunate than ourselves brings happiness to both, is entitled Human Kindness"
 There are two good comedies that are really funny. "Rosie's Revenge" shows how a resourceful woman got even with her former employer. The Wrong Box" is the name of the other one.
 If you want to see an interesting picture showing what a woman will do for her husband who is suddenly stricken blind and her daughter like. wise, be sure to see "A Wifes' Battle" She has large odds against her but finally wins. Don't miss 1t!
 MT. Montgomery's singing and play ing was a great success. He was lib- erally applauded. Be sure and hear him. He Is here for short time only.
 Tonight is the last night of this pro- gram. Come and enjoy yourself En- tire change of program tomorrow night.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
STOCK EXCHANGE MEN
 MET WITH WILSON

NEW YORK, Aug. S.-Representa- tives of the New York and foreign exchange houses left the city Saturday for Washington where they will hold a conference with President Wilson. It is understood that they will attempt to secure from the United States treas, ury an advance of the unprecedented sum of $1OO,OOO,OOO for the purpose of protecting American securities.
 Saturdays business in the exchange has been practically suspended on ac- count of the decision of the exchange to refuse credit to English investors. The virtual suspension of dealings has been deemed necessary until the f. nancial interests of the country can find a solution of the question of ham ding securities.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
eermany InvadIna France.

LONDON, Aug. 3.-An official tele- gram has been received that the Ger man troops have invaded France by crossing the border near Nancy. Two German forces are now converging In the direction of Paris. The Germans are reported to be marching upon the fortified French town of Longaty. The British naval reserves were called out this afternoon.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
RECEIVER ASKED FOR
 COPPER MINING COMPANY

c. NJ. Wick and Matt stennas have filed suit against the Kuperanof Cop per Mining and Smelling company, al. leging indebtedness to plaintiffs of S262.5O and $219 respectively; also that defendant corporation is hopeless ly insolvent. Plaintiffs ask that Ad. am Beeler be appointed both tempo rary and permanent ancillary receiver for. the defendant company and that an accounting be made.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GERMANS FORWARDING
 RUSSIANS AT RIBAN

Berlin, Aug. 3.-A French aer- oplane at WelseI destroyed seVeral hostile aircraft and Is now flying over the Rhine provinces In the direction of Cologne.
 The German cruiser Augsbere sends a wireless message that she Is bombarding Riban and ensag' Ing Russian eruisers.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
oRPHEuM TONIGHT,
Pathe weekIy, Showing the world


 Pathe Weekly, showing the worlds events.
 Martin Faust, Harry Myers, Mary Ryan and Charles Arthur in The Vil- lage Blacksmith" adapted from the poem of Longfellow.
 Marc McDermott. Mary Fuller. Mi riam Nesbitt and Bigelow Cooper in The Ambassadors Daughter"
 John Bunny, Flora Finch and little Helen Costello in the comedy drama. "Mr Bolters' Niece"
 Five reels in all and ending with a roaring comedy with Alkall Ike in Love on Tough Luck Farm"
 Price 10 and 25 cents. Watch for the great war feature Shenandoah" in three reels.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
JUNEAU WINS FROM
 ISLAND LADS AGAIN

The Gastineau-Juneau baseball team defeated Douglas-Treadwen at Skag. way yesterday by score of 2-1, in one of the greatest games ever wit messed in the North. The game went II innings and was intensely exciting from start to Aish. Pittman was on the firing lire for the Island lads while Ford served up the mystic cures for Juneau. for innings when he gave way to Hester.
 If the game played by the Gastineau channel teams was counted, Juneau would already have the series cinched but 1t does not count and there still remain two games to be played here and at Douglas.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
ENGLAND OFFERS FRANCE
 AID AGAINST GERMANY

London, Aug. s.-Lord Grey to- day gave some Inner workings of diplomacy. by stating that he had promised France that # the Ger. man fleet came Into the Ensllsh channel or through the North Sea to begin hostile operations against the French coast or shipping, Eng land would give all the aid in her power to assist France.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
WICKERSHAM NOMl- :
 MATED AT VALDEZ

VALDEZ, Aug. S.-Delegate to Con. gress James Wickersham was nomjn- ated to succeed himself by the Pro gressive Democrats at their conven- tion which closed here Saturday eve. ming.
 A resolution was also passed urging the voters of Oregon to re-elect Cham. berlain for his efforts in behalf of AL aska.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
ENGLAND MAY
 HALT GERMANY

F F E F E ~ ~ v v v " F % E * t
 + LONDON, Aug. S--Lord Grey
 < has announced the mobilization
 < of the British army and navy.
 < In an address in the House of < Commons he said; !. England must consider the [ :. present crisis from the view < point of British honor and obli- { < gatlon as we'll as interest, We [ < cannot permit France to be sub |. dued and Belgium and Holland < ravishred. If the German fleet : l. bombards the French coast we :
 1: cannot stand by and look on. [
 z We have been given to under | {: stand that Germany will not at- [
 1. tack Frances northern coast if : . We remain neutral. The Ques- : tioB overshadowing everything I :. Is Belgium's neutrality and in- : tegrity. Up to yesterday Eng s land had promised no country [ more than diplomatic support, [ s but there Is nothing to restrict [ us at present" i, 1. f, 4. !, 1. 4, t a a 4. s 4 {,
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GREATEST WAR SINCE
 FALLING OF ROME

London, Aug. 3.-ln an editorial this morning the London Times said: Recent events mean that Europe Is the scene of the most terrible war she has witnessed since the fall of the Roman Em. pIre. Germany could have stayed tho plague had she chosen to speak in Vienna as she speaks when she Is In earnest"
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
All IS HARMONY
 IN SKAGWAY TODAY

SKAGwAY, Aug. S-The credentials committee. working on the credentials presented by delegates to the Demo. cratic convention, for temporary roll call, have determined IT votes. The representation is about equally divided between the four judicial divisions of the Territory. The convention meets at p. m. today to effect a temporary organization. The indications are that the convention will be harmonious.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FRENCH CALL IT
 WAR OF BRIGANDAGE

Paris, Aug. s.-TemPs, the lead ing Plrlslan newspaper, says cd itorIally today: Russians, French men and EnslIshmen must stand united against the powers of brig andase. The war thrust on us by Germany Is war of brlsandase. The French people with nasnlh- cent union hurls itself Into the fray as a single man."
 President Polneare said that his only regret Is that hls high office prevents him from leading hls company of Alpine riflemen Into the thlekest Of the fray.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
EIahtIna h Norm sea.

LONDON, Aug. 3. The London News of the World says that 1t has re- ceived a wireless message to the ef- feet that heavy fighting Is in progress in the North Sea. The newspaper pre- sumes that the German and French fleets have met and are in death struggle.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
STANDARD OIL
 CHARGED OF CRIME

TRENTON, Aug. S-A criminal war rant has been issued against the Stan dard oil Co. for violation of one of the seven sisters" acts. It is alleged that the Standard has been underselling the cost price of gasolene to crowd out competitors. A price war has been waged in different parts of the State.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
AMERICANS TRYING
 TO GET HOME

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.-President Woodrow Wilson is dlsinclined to take any steps toward mediation in Europe. The President and Secretary Bryan have started active measures for the relief of the thousands Of Americans who are in distress in various parts of Europe and who are suffering from lack of means and money to return home. It is likely that request will be made to Congress to send trans ports to bring home the distressed.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
THREATENED BY GERMANY
 BELGIUM APPEALS TO ENGLAND

LONDON, Aug.-Germany has sent an ultimatum to Belgium offering to protect her provided Belgium facili. tates the movement of German troops.
 The King and the Belgian people have made a supreme appeal to Brit ain to safeguard the integrity of Bel gium.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
COMMISSION GRANTS HIGHER
 FREIGHT RATES IN EAST

WASHINGTON Aug. S.-The Inter, state Commerce commission has is- sued instructions granting five per cent. increase on freight rates be- tween Buffalo and Pittsburgh, to points on the Mississippi river.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
MOST TFRRIBIF WAR SINCE FATT OF ROMAN EMPIRE
GERMAN AVIATOR
 KILLED IN MID-AIR

LONDON, August 8. = German and French aVIators met In the alr during the engagement at Lonsaty, and the French aviator shot the German blrdman the latter fall- Ing 800 feet to the ground, killing him instantly.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
EMPEROR CALLS ON
 GOD AND THE SWORD

BERLIN, Aug. 3. - Speaking from window of his castle to a large crowd, Emperor William encouraged the Ger. man people to stand as unit in the defense of the Fatherland. He said: q thank you for the love and loyalty you have shown me. When l enter upon this strife, let all party strife cease. hope and wish that under God, the German sword will emerge victorious from the conflict.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
Shed Blood for Fame.

BERLIN, Aug. 2.-At the conclusion of the Emperor's speech Chancellor von Bethman.Hollweg said: "All stand as one man for our Emperor. I am sure that all young Germans are ready to shed their blood for fame and for the greatness of Germany. We can only trust to God who hitherto has al. ways given us victory"
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
ENGLAND'S KING ILL
 FROM NERVOUSNESS
s--

LONDON. Aug. S.-Lord Kitchener has been recalled from Egypt to take command of the British army. The King is reported in a state of nervous collapse owing to the possibilities of stupendous war which confronts the Empire.
 Despite the efforts of the police. many Germans are being lnsulted and openly attacked in the streets of Lon don.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
rroonn bid Trenchea.

ARLoN, Belgium, Aug. 3.-Accord- ing to advices received here yesterday, one hundred thousand German troops are crossing the Grand Duchy of Lux emburg and concentrating near Liege.
 Twenty-Five thousand troops are en- gagged in digging trenches in front of the German-French positions
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
AMERICAS DUTY IS
 TO HELP MANKIND

Washington, Aug. 3.-President Woodrow Wilson Issued an appeal this morning calling upon the American people to be calm dur ing the great international crisis. He declared that the United States owes lt to mankind to help the rest of the world.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
WILSON AIDS IN SETTLING
 RAILROAD LABOR DISPUTE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.-As re suit of the meeting Saturday between the President and a hundred railroad managers and representative men. the managers have decided to accept the arbitration plans of the engineers and fremen. It Is now believed that a settlement will be agreed upon with. out recourse to a strike.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FOREIGN SHIPS MAY
 BECOME AMERICAN

WASHINGTON. Aug. 2.-senators is considering the passage of law giving foreign ships the right to take an American register on account of the war in Europe. The bill has been agreed to by the President, Cabinet and party leaders.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
chean Ratea ln New Ynrk

NEW YORK. Aug. S.--stapdard oil Co. has reduced the price of gasolene one cent to 1S-cents gallcn in New York for tank deliveries to garages and 17 cents in barrels to consumers. Prices are four cents lower than a year ago.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GEORGIA ARRIVALS.

The Georgia returning from Lynn canal ports this morning brought the baseball excursionists from Skagway and the following passengers: From Skagway-D. Paterson, Dr. K. Turn CT; from Kensington-B. N. Nieding; from Haines-zWerner Johnson.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FOREIGN CAPITALS, KEEP
 THEIR EYES ON KITCHENER

: LONDON. Aug. s.-Lord Kitchener, who was returned from Egypt and to be given charge of the British army, is detained in London. Britain's decis- ion in this was awaited with deepest anxiety in Paris and St. Petersburg.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

The Bergman Dining room offers home cooked table board at $1 per day. Special rates to permanent guests. Sunday night special dinners at 50 cents per plate. Breakfast served from to 9; luncheon. 12 to 1880: din ners. 5 to :. T-27-tf
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
Russia Invades Germany.

BERLIN, Aug. 3.-A Russian column with several batteries of artillery yes terday crossed the German frontier at Schwinden. A French aviator is drop ping bombs from an aeroplane in the neighborhood of Nuremburg, Bavaria.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
CRUISERS SEEK FIGHT
 ON PACIFIC COAST

Victoria, Aug. 3. = The British cruiser Rainbow, lying In the har- bor of EsquImalt, has cleared for action and will start at once to en. gage the German cruiser Leipslc which Is steamlns north from San Pedro, seeking coal.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
THREE NIGHTS A WEEK.

Jaxon's rink will be opened three nights each week this month instead of two-Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Two hockey teams start practicing Tuesday night for indoor hockey on skates for the winter.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
Kaiser In Command.

BERLIN, Aug. 3.-The city and the Nation is wildly excited over the war. It is expected that the Kaiser will as. sume the position of commander-in- chief of the army as soon as the land operations begin.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
OBREGoN MARCHING
 TO MEXICAN CAPITAL

GUADALAJARA, Aug, 3.-Consti- tutioualist General Obregon today tel egraphed General Carbajal as follows; My troops have begun the march to the capital, and we are disarming the Federal garrisons as they are encoun- tered. If resistance should be offered by the Federal troops under your or. ders I would give battle and hold them responsible"
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GERMAN STEAMSHIP ORDERED
 TIED UP IN TACOMA

TACOMA, Aug. - The Hamburg American steamship saxonia has been ordered tied up here. Danger from seizure as contraband of war is be. lieved to be the cause of the action by the owners.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
SUNDAYS SHOOTING SCORES.

The regular Sunday shoot of the Juneau gun club was held at he range in Last Chance basin near the Recreation park yesterday morning. It was a miserable day for good work. rain falling constantly. The score fol-
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GERMANS WIN FIRST
 BATTLE WITH RUSSIANS

Stockholm Aug. s-A battle was fought yesterday between German and Russian fleets of Aland Island which resulted In the Russians be- ing driven back, taking refuge In the Gulf of Finland where they now remain.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
ST GEORGE HOUSE

Everything new. Good light and Gen ventilated rooms. Baths, electric Ight. Good board.
 Reasonable rates by the day. week Ir month. 4-1S.tf
 MRS. A. E. vESTAL.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

WASHINGTON, Aug. S.-The State Department has instructed all consu. lates, legations and embassies to use all the means at their disposal to se- cure money and assistance for Amer jeans abroad.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
CINCINNATI LADIES
 LIKE THE .NoRTHLANp

Mrs. s. F. Harris and Miss Marris of Cincinnati, are Juneau visitors. Both express themselves as delighted with Alaska and Alaskans and will remain in Juneau ten days.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
First Shots Fired Saturday.

BERLIN, Aug. 3.-The German and Russian paIrUis ~---L.nood the first shots in the war Saturday. The shoot ing, with slight fatalities, took place near Prostken.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
AMERICAN PAYS s1,ooO
 FOR STEAMER TICKET

PARIS, Aug. 2.-Every berth on the transatlantic steamers sailing before September 18th, have been sold. One American gave a thousand dollars for a steerage ticket to New York.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
MONTENEGRO WILL
 FIGHT WITH SERVIA

Bucharest, Aug. s.-The follow Ing noVco was posted today by Che Montenesrln government:
 Montenegro fishts begides Ser via In this war. Military union of the countries has been agreed up- on."
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
LONDON NAVAL REsERVIsTs
 CALLED OUT FOR SERVICE

LONDON, Aug. 2-The naval reserv- ists were called out Saturday after. noon. A dispatch from Brussels says that Germany has declared war on France.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
THREE COUNTRIES HAVE
 DECLARED NEUTRALITY

LONDON, Aug. 2.-Norway, Sweden and Italy have declared their neutral ity. Switzerland, Holland and Belgium are mobilizing armies with the inten- ton of taking part in the conflict.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
PLENTY OF MONEY IN
 UNITED STATES TREASURY

WASHINGTON. Aug. S.-secretary McAdoo reports that the United States treasury has billion, nine hundred fifty million dollars in gold and silver on hand.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
CANADA OFFERS ENGLAND
 MILITARY ASSISTANCE

OTTAWA, Aug. S.-A formal offer of military assistance was cabled to London today by the Canadian gov ernment.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

One Concerns Adds 1900 Employees.
 NEW YORK, Aug. 3.-The Rumely Manufacturing company has put to work 600 additional men in two months at Laporte and 600 in its branch plants.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
UPTON NOT COMING
 IN EVENT OF WAR

LONDON. Aug 3.-Sir Thomas Lip ton stated this morning that if Eng land becomes engaged in war he will not race for the cup.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
M'REYNOLDs FOR
 SUPREME COURT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3.-Senators expect to see Attorney-General James c. McReynolds nominated for United States Supreme Court Justice Monday.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

LOST - Green silk umbrella at the Treadwell swimming tank. Finder please notify phone. Juneau. 22S. Re- ward. S-S.St
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FRENCH IN SEATTLE ASKED
 TO BUCKLE ON ARMoR

SEATTLE, Aug. 3.-The French con sul in this city has notified all French reservists in this section to present themselves at his office immediately, prepared for service.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
Emperor slans Move Order.

BERLIN, Aug. 3. - At five o'clock Saturday afternoon Emperor William signed the order for the mobilization of the German army.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GERMAN FLEET AT KEEL.

LONDON, Aug. 8. = It Is reported that the German fleet has passed through Kiel canal steaming to the Westward.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FRENCH AIRsHlP RAMS
 A GERMAN FLYER

LONDON, Aug. 3.-The French avia' tor Roland Garros met and engaged a German airship in mid-air which he rammed and destroyed, killing the av, iator.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
coRnouA ARRluEs-

The Cordoya is lying at the city dock discharging coal and building materials. The vessel also brought oil and explosives.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
GRAND DUKE NICHOLAS
 COMMANDS RUSSIAN ARMY

ST. PETERSBURG, Aug. S.-Grand Duke Nicholas Nicholasevich has been appointed to take command of the Rus sian army.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
PARTY VISITS MINES.

General Manager B. L. Thane, es- corted a party of friends through the big plant now building at Thane, the Sheep creek tunnel and the Persever- ance mine today.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
eRIFFlTHs WOULD BE
 PROGRESSIVE CONGRESSMAN

SEATTLE, Aug. 3.-Chief of Police Grifiths Saturday filed his candidacy for Congress. He will run as Pro gressive.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
MILWAUKEE BUSINESS
 IMPROVES RAPIDLY

NEW YORK, Aug. S.--A Milwaukee special says business in that city is improving and manufacturers are now running from 6595 to SOSc of capaci, ty.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

WASHINGTON, Aug. 9. - Switzer- land has notified all Swiss in the Unit. ed States, who are liable for military duty, to join the colors.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
Erench Repulae eermans.

LIEGE, Belgium, Aug. 3.-The 2O,. 900 German troops which crossed the French frontier near Nancy were re- pulsed by the French army with heavy loss.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
ABANDoNs sERVIA TO
 TAKE ON RUSSIA

NISH. Aug. 3.-Austria appears to have abandoned her aggressive com palgn against Seryia to prepare for the Russian attack.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
eermana Seize Luxembura.

LONDON. Aug. ?. - The Germans have invaded the Duchy of Luxemburg, seizing the government offices and the telephones.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

FOR RENT-outside office in Sew ard building; steam heat; hot and cold running water. R. E. Robertson. = S-s-st
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
F. G A. NJ. MEETING.

Called communication Mt. Jueau Lodge. No. 147. F. & A. M.. Monday evening. o'clock. Aug. 3. Work in Third degree. All masons cordially invited. E. D. BEATTIE, Secy. 2t.
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euoqenheIm to Resume.

FL PASo, Aug. S,-The American Smelling & Refining company has is- sued orders to reopen it's smelters at Monterey Mexico.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
SWISS PARLIAMENT IN
 EXTRAORDINARY SESSION

BERNIE, Aug. 3.-The Swiss parlia- ment was called in session today to discuss the war situation.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
FOR SALE.

I am forced to sell my fine small pony (part Shetland and part Arabian)
 and two seated carriage. Will sell to right party cheap. Enquire Jaxon's rink. S-3-tf.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
eERMAN sHIps RUN TO covER

TOXIC, Aug. S.-German merchant steamers, taking refuge in Japanese ports, have been ordered by Germany to hurry to Tsing Tau, where protec' tlon will be assured them.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
EMBASSIES TURNED
 OVER TO AMERICANS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 2.-Germany, Britain and France have asked the United States to take charge of their embassies in the war zones.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03
e.rman WarshIus In Baltic

coPENHAGEN. Aug. 3.-Many Ger man dreadnaughts and warships are in the Baltic sea.
The Alaska daily empire., 1914-08-03

Famine Stalks Through Europe.
 LONDON, Aug. B. Prices of food have already scared skyward and fam. inc is beginning to stalk through Eu- rope.
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SWITZERLAND AND ENGLAND
 CALL OUT RESERVlSTS

NEW YORK, Aug. 3.-All British army and navy reservists in America have been called out. Many will sail on the Lusitania tomorrow.