Iditarod pioneer., 1914-07-11
Ball Band Rubber Boots and Pacs

the little subject of the mkado, had secured a gigantic tin tub which, when placed in the water resembled an enormous inverted Panama hat How he managed to launch it and get aboard will always remain a mystery but he was seen by the crowd sitting in the center of the huge contrap- ton, floating calmly down the stream, en- tireIy helpless, as he could not reach the water to paddle without upsetting. In this predicament he was esped by Ray Tender son and Earl Byers, who, in bathing suits had been fruitlessy endeavorng to make | some tubs float for entry in the race. Prob | ably envious of the success of the Jap where they had failed, they swam out to the helpless occupant of the tub and over turned his craft in front of the city dock, where most of the spectators were, and made him swim for shore Outside of a ducking, he was none the worse for his ex- perience but he swamped all the small boats in the vicinity of the dock in his en- deavor to rescue his strange craft The canoe races were most interesting and closely contested. The fine work of the native, Charley, in his frail birch bark canoe, was much admired, and he won after hard struggle with his husky opponents. The tWo-man canoe race was a splendid event, and the Larson boys showed great skill and speed.
 The polling boat contest would have been won by Beattie and La Plant had they not headed for the dock instead of down stream, thus fouI;ng the boat of Manuel Gularte and Frank Kern. It was an interesting race
 Burt Kennedy of the geological survey acted as official starter for the athletics, and his handling of those events had much to do with the systematic and prompt man ner in which they were conducted.
 No one man contributed more to the success of the celebration than did Henry 0. Roden. He was indefatigable in his at tention to the little details that go so far toward making or marring such occasions, and devoted much time and hard work to the comfort and enjoyment of those in at tendance
 The ladies rest room was a happy thought of the committee, and was much appreciated by visitors and residents alike
 Percy Charles, as usual, did more than 1 his share to make the celebration a sue cess. AS 8 master of ceremonies he has no | equal
 Jimmy Farrell as chairman of the sports committee, Is to be congratulated on the work of himself and associates l Owing to misunderstanding, Cyril l Woods two entries in the gas boat race did not qualify, causing much dlsappolnt- ment. Many would have liked to see the Arrow and Evinrude in the race. Birch Bark Bill' Hill is a sprinter of no mean ability Ramps Peterson won second honors in the fat mems race, and wasn't even winded
 All of the contestants in the ladies nas driving contest showed ability but the lady from the creeks was in a class by herself.
 The city was in gala attire for the occa- sion. Flags and bunting were displayed everywhere First street was prettily dec orated with evergreens.
 It was proud day for the management of the Shallow Transportation Company when the former travelling auditor of that soulless corporation, Iarge) James Lewis, was first under the wire in the fat mems race James not only showed classy foot work, but his driving power was much in evidence.
 The German garden which was fixed up at the foot of Willow street by Sam Winner of the Miners Home bar proved to be very attractive resort for many women and children during the boat racing as it was so situated that it afforded splendid view of the aquatic events,
 Among the nicely decorated places of business was the Caribou cafe. The na- tional colors were lavshly and artistically displayed in all parts of the house, and pro- duced beautiful effect. The decorations were the handiwork of Messrs J. Frank Keenan and Alfred Bernier.