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The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
ORGANIZE PARENT
 TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

About thirty people, the great er number of them of the gent Ter sex, met in the high school room of the local schoolhouse last night for the purpose of de- ciding on the advisability of organizing parens-Teacher Association. The Miner Man went up to see what they were going to do. and incidently to find ont what a parent-teacher Association might be. The meeting was called at the sug- geslion of the Draper Club. the president of which, Mrs. B. L. Myers, rfficiaied as chairman. Ne presiding officer thanked those present for their presence and then the program was rend cred. It consister of instrument tai music by Mrs. MacDoland; an original paper by E. L.. Sampson an the "Co-Operation of the Citizens and the School, !" reading by Ella Lacy Gardner, vocal solo by O. Williams ac companied by Mrs. Williams, and a general discussion on "llow Parents Could Aid in Securing Better Results in the SchoolN0m." At the conclus- ion of the discussion a very tasty and satisfactory luncheon was served, and everybody was given an opportunity to meet everybody else. When every body had eaten their fill, Mrs. Myers called the meeting to OrGer agaln, and on mOtlOn the ketchikan Parent-Teachers' Association was organized. Then came the election of of ficers, and Mrs. Dobbs was unanimously voted President with E. L. Sampson, Vice President and Miss Mitchell Secretary. R. L. Myers, Miss -tossiter and Mrs. Mac Donald were appointed a committee on by-laiws and constitution and the meeting adjourned, leaving the Miner Man still up in the air as to what a Parent Teach CTS Association is anvway. The next meeting of the association will be held on the call of the President.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
LIGHTS UP THE STREET

The Citizens Light, Power & Water Co.'s new sign recently installed at the intersection ol Front and Grant streets is [ 9each and credit to all those Vho assisted in the making oi f. Ii is in the form of a hugc 'unssten electric bulb. and Iva. 'esienea by Newman, the Sign Man.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
HAMPTON SELLS OUT

Jimmie Hampton has sold out his interest in the City Mes senger Service to his partner Jack Hines. Accompanied by his wife he will go south on ihe Alki tomorrow. expecting to locate in the States.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Paris, Dec. li- Dodging the

Paris, Dec. ii-- Dodging the dozens Of mines planted to guard the Dardenelles, a Brit- ish submarine from Malta eli tered the Sea Of Marmora yes icrday and torped0ed and sunk the Turkish cruiser Messuth lying at anchor there. The at tack was most successful, the destroyer escaping without Dc :. ing discovered by the Turks. the balance of the vessels at anchor near the Messuth sGp- ping their cables and running for it.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
STENoGRRPHER ARRIVES

Miss NJ. B. Todd. the new steaographer for the local Forest Service office arrived up on lssf nights Mariposa and en tered into the discharge of her duties today. Miss Todd is a competent typewriter and short hand operator and will, no doubt. make many friends here in ketchikan.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Turkey Eomhards Batum

Constantinople. Dec. i2The Turkish fleet has successfully bombarded the Russian port O Batum on the Black Sea. Ba- tlm Is q principal shipping port of the Russian petroleum district and its distraction W T he a serious handicap to the Slav Government.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Germans Give Gtouna

Berlin. Dee. i2-Advice- from the front are to the ef- feet that the advance Of the German army fEom Lodz c Warsaw has been stopped all in some places the advancing troops have been forced to Five ground before the Rus sians. The line in Gali.la. iltsss ever. is strsngly held and the Russians are unable to make any impression on ii.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Training The Youngsters

Paris. Dee. i2-The Goyern- ment today announces that over 400. .000 youths between the ages Of Is and 2l are now in training in the various mob ilization camps in France. They constitute the 1915 class of recruits and are called to the eolors ahead of time 90 that they may be trained and ready to take an active part in the field in next seasons cam paigns.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Sunk With All On Board

London. Dec. 1.-The Ger man cruiser Nurnberg was sunk with all on board by the light cruiser squardon. She was so far away at the time she found cred that all her crew had dis appeared by the time the Brit i>h vessels reached ahe spol and not one man was saved.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
LEnuEs FOR CALIFORNIA

Mrs. A. \. iSbell will be a passenger for California on to- morFt'N's City Of Seattle. She plans 1o remain there until Mir. isheli completes construction work here and joins her in the south. Meantime he will be member Of ketehikan's Wid0wers Club.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
HUMBOLDT IN AND OUT

The Humboldt made por' last night q little earlier thar waS expected. arriving between II and I2 o'clock. She load. ed 3i boxes Of halibut at Ihe ketchikan Gold Storage plant and quite q number of passen- gers. including prisoners on their way t8 McNeIls Island sentenced al the present term of court.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
OFF TO CALIFORNIA

W. T. Mahoney. proprietor c tie ketcaskan Soda Works. lef oa the Alameda last night fo tle states. He is on his Way P'ue Lake. Cal. where Mrs Mahoney has been visiting he. ' rents for some time. Sh. writes Doe" that she will b' compelled t9 go io the bospi' al there to submit 10 an oper- ation hence his trip down.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
FROM MONDAYS DAILY SON AND HEIR ARRIVES

4 wire was received yes ernay stating that son ani 1eir had arrived at the G. NJ. Wells home in Tacoma yester- ay. Mrs. Wells is the daught- er Of F. J. Hunt and wife, and ne arrival of the boy-is quite m important event. Mrs. Hunt now in Tacoma.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Goeben Is Busy

St. Petersburg, Dec, IA Word comes from the Blach Sea that the cruiser has been very busy of late, having cap tured several Russian sailing vessels and taken an active part in the bombardment of Baum. She is faster than any of the Russian fleet on the Black sea, with the exception of the torpedo boats.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Dresden Is Reported
SEATTLE SOUTH YEsrERDA.


 The City of Seattle On he way south made port abou, '''o yesterday morning and got away about an hour later. She had o6 passengers on boafd when she sailed, 43 from north ern points and 13 from Ket- chikan. Her cargo included ,1 boxes of fresh halibut from 'nneau and three boxes of 'uilion from Treadwell. The value of the latter was s24e.- 959.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Rebels Body Found

Pretoria. Dee. i2-The body f General Bevers. who wa- sh0t by 4 British patrol Wa 'ouni by the search pariy ia- igai. Some doubt v-as ea-
 fiained as to his death, hence le persistent search. Gen Bey. eFs was one Of tile lea.lers in ths recent Boer uprising in Soul Africa.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Horses For German Army

Dallas. Dee. 12-Hots b,H rs believed fO represent r.. serst.Hn government 7ec eaf to he negotiating for tae piis- chase Of 30.000 hafses .u the Se. .,thWsSf.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
NORTHWESTERN BEING
 OVERHAULEr

Seattle. Dec. il-Ths steam r Northwestern Of the Ala, "a Steamship company is b. ng thoroughly overhauled ir fe harbor here. In addition te hanges being made in he abIns. and other places. ar 'il burner < being installed -a that when She old ship come, 'at again. she will be practic- lily as good as new.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17

foord the plumber installsd ! fess crude oil burner in the priface at the Stedman Hotel and today it is hum 'nlng merrily along, deliverine ne he goods in fine shape, and all ne radiators working to the qurens taste.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
WALKER WILL EXPAND

i. E. Walker. the seconu hand man has concluded that his present quarters are to small for his increasing bus. inesS and to get more room f now pulling down inc little building on the south side oi the store. As soon as this work is done. the rock will Df blasted ont and q larger build ing erected in is place.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
LOOKS SUSPICIOUS

The actions of George l.. Drake of the Forest Service look very suspicious. It is rumored that he has been Nook ing for a house just large e. nough for two and now is taking a trip south presumably to get the second one of the two.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Germany Willing to Take Rest

Berlin. Dec. 1.-The govern ment has answered the Pope's request that thy are perfectly willing io grant three weeks truce for Christmas. provided the other nations now at war are willing to do the same.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Poge's Efforts Fail

Rome. Dee. f21Fhe yaticai announces lhis morning Ina 1he efforts CT ihe Pope to SC cnfe Christmas truee lias. failed. as Russia has refusee io c-mply with the suggestion
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Jap Spy Caught

Constantinople. Dec. if Eight Japanese spies have been arrested in Turkey during the past ten days. They are held prisoners Of war.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
IN FROM HOLLIS

Harry Wobbsr and wife are svsr from II lis. Giving to the ,old wea her miarTg operations sgs practically at a standstill lver on kasaan Bay.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Hunting German sh'o

Tokio. De- i2-Japanese sarships are seeking inc Ger nan converted cruiser priues friedrich of the coast of Ghili She was last seen some tel. lays ago.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
QUINAULT IS LIBELLED

Seaitle, Dec. 1.-The Alas . Steamship company as own rs of the Maripssa have libeled ae Qninault on account of heir claims against the boat er pnlling off Flat Island when he went ashore on her last rip south.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
French Government
 Is Home Again

Paris. Dee. 1.-The seat of the French government was of fically declared moved from B0rdeau to Paris. this morning This coming on top of the news that the Germans were having 10 fall back has livened up this city Ia such al extent that il almost seems lige is old self a. gain. .-.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Reject Christmas Truce

Berlin. Dec. 12-The Ger man Government is informed that Russia has rejected a Christ mas truce plan. suggested by H,a Pope.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Dresden Is Cornered

Buenas Aires. Dec. H. Word i> received by wireless that the fast cruiser Dresden is now cornered in the Straits of Magellan must either fight or be sluk.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Will Pay War Tax

Brussels, Dec. 14-The Ger man government has decided to accept Brussels offer of pay ing the eleven and a quarter million dollar war tax on the in stallment plan.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Must Clean 'Em Up

Lsndon, Dec. i2-Tie Ad miraliy has given Adfiral Sur dee until the new year U clear ID the ocean of lhe German iwat sesscls.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Raid B. German Submarines

London. Dee. i2-The Soutl coast of Englaia is greatly ex- lied ever 2 reported raid, ef he harbars bv German sub marine fleet. No damage was lone.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
Stednldn

John W. stedman. who makes a specially Of the we'll known = sidelo cigar in this eslon. arrived down On last nigh : boat and is making the ounds among the bushes, nen today.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17

The steamer Northwestern operated by the Alaska Steam snip company, will be entirely remodeled this winter and made into an excursion boat for the exclusive Southeastern AL aska run. The Kansas City re- gently purchased by President Baxter in San Francisco. will take the run of the Northwest ern to Juneau and the west coast of Alaska. The Alaska steamship company has a mum her Of plans for taking care of 'he big excursion business which is expected will offer the coming season owing to the European war, the constant ad- vertising Alaska is receiving and the operations in building a railroad next summer.
 Seattle,-More than $500 seal and blue fox snins, valued at S200,000, were brought to Seattle by the United States revenue cutter Manning Capt. F. G. Dodge commanding, from he Boring sea and Unalaska The sealskins were received rom the government rookeries on St Paul and St. George Isl- ands, forming the Priblof group.
 Fairbanks,-A new kennel club has been formed in Tan ma and already plans are un- Ter way to hold several races be ween Fairbanks and there the
 omlng winter. It is the in- entlon to hold a big inter-citY 'ace at the height of he season
 lmllar to the races held in Ruby each year.
 Regardless of the sea test. however, it is regarded by Thomas Riggs, Jr., a member of the Alaska Engineering com mission, and by Alfred H. 5rooks chief of the United States geological shrvey in AL ska, that an annual market or approximately 5000, ,0OO ons of coal from the Matan- lsha field will be developed as soon as it can be mined.
 The power vessels Enos and
 ermont cleared for the south oday. The former vessel is. leaded for Bellingham, the latter for Seattle.
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17
A German Takes Command

Constantinople, Dec. If Field Marshal Baron von Goltz mas arrived from Germany and Will take over the entire com mand of the Turkish forces lie brought a large retinue with hlm of German aides who will De placed at the heads of the various military departments Of the Turkish government.
 Dresden Is Reported
 buenos Ayres, Lee. t4- Un- oiiiclal word comes from p"nta Arenas that the Ger man cruiser Dresden has been seen near that place.
 SEATTLE Q0Ifrn vro-.-
The Ketchikan miner., 1914-12-17

The power vessels Enos and ermont cleared for the south oday. The former vessel is leaded for Bellingham, the latter for Seattle.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27
tail OF heavy embroidering and braiding.
AMERICAN MODELS GOOD.

Although very little has been decided as to
the newer models for late winter wear, be
cause of the half-hearted waiting for Paris
showings the few models originated in the
United States are markedly good. The pompa
dour silks in many exquisite varieties of tones
are extremely popular. Delicately lowered in
al the pastel shades, they are delightfully."- at
tractive and youthful for that recently created
costume-the the danssnt frock
Mauve has long been considered sober
shade, and it was only under protest that the
young girl has been permitted to wear it. at
times. Perhaps there is something inuinsical-
ly matronly even sombrc, in the shade While
some contend that the symbols OF purple, i'm
perislty and mourning, were not idly chosen,
others hold that these arbitrary selections have
falsely imbued the most beautiful of all colors
with heavy repute. This year the custom has
been Auno aside The young are TO reyel in
mauve particularly the orchid mauves.
OF this shade was the tulle overdress of an
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

A NEW departure is this prune-colored
"A street dress in suede cloth in its strik-
ing stimulation of very long coat. The
wide kimono sleeves and the large blouse
buttons leave no doubt as to its outdoor
purpose. Banded with kolinsky fur.
in the full evening gown that one sees lack
of these coverings.
In gowns like a certain white satin and
seauined tulle there are seldom sleeves. The
entire bodice was of the sequined tulle, hand
embroidered in rhinestones. This tulle fell for
a short distance over the front of the satin
skirt, leugthening in the rear. At the centre
front of the skirt silver strap was hung, I'M
der which the skirt was delicately gathered up.
The girdle, very high, was merely narrow
band Of silver ribbon.
Pompadour silks are used in the darker col
orings as well, and make charming afternoon
dresses, dark, but not subdued, frightened care
rully with the coverings One, in tafieta was
OF almost midnight blue The coat bodice
was rather closely fitted and extended an inch
or so beyond the skirt It was quite simple,
with no differing material in il other than the
Transparent dark blue net sleeves The skirt
was full and circular and its hem corded on
the outside.
A recent fashion display showed two or three
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

from modern. real militarism to old goose girl
quaintness, than many have doubted whether
fashions would ever cease going backward.
vance.
1t was OF robins egg blue pompadour silk,
with pastel Towering. Covering the skirt to a
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

exquisite frock. designed for slip OF girl III
her second season, to be worn at thes dansants'
This frock was an original, differing greatly
from past showings of dresses. During the
past two months so many sources have oeeh
ransacked for our present day modes IRON
ancient Greece to modern Russia and Spain'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

THE DEVASTATING curves of the rather
severe coat, the self-color soutache
braiding on the hip-yoke and finally the
moderately haring tunic of the narrow
skirt all serve to accentuate this suits
slender lines
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

THE Orient was robbed to adorn this
Occidental house gown OF feudal
slenderness of lines, for on the cream wool
velours are bands of embroidery in Orien-
tai green, blue, orange and dull red wool.
THE rilitaire has forced its way into
fashions. From its first unwelcome
t9othold it has given anxiety to serious
thinkers on dress. They dreaded the
strength Of It's onslaught. They disapproved OF
is macy. for 10 them that seemed
cal -.uicry Of useless horrors. 1t seemed
% e-.o.rsge militarism. Since early autumn
ou,cres against military styles have been loud
But to no avail. Its prevalence is purely
PSYCHOLOGICAL That it will dominate the com
ing seasons is predicted by the first spring
models.
There is no barbsrity in choosing this meter
for the ssrtorial expression to-day for clothes
TOO interpret the thoughts. customs and &C
taties Of their period. At present the designers
are unable 10 concentrate their thoughts on
anything but the war, and whether they desire
it OF not they are compelled to yield to the
most powerful influence.
And they do like the military style 1t is
Becoming. It is a vast change from the styles
thar have Immediately preceded it, and it is
productive Of many adaptations. A mistress Of
The art who is quite certain of its entire popu-
srity finds it vastly becoming fashion Tor
women. The seni-severity of the lines but
serves 10 bring out the more strikingly the soft
isnnnsm Of womar's beauty Just as simple
backgrounds are found to enhance the art OF
tn. painting, by its very severity and con
tFast 50 it is with woman. The almost IN
Compromising line Of little mess jacket, foi
example, worn over a hsring skirt, but brings
on her fine lines" Braidngs may further
ansIorate the sharpness Of the sketchng and
are sminently fascinating.
MILITARY COLORINGS, TOO, ARE
PREVALENT.
In eOloring too, may the military effect be
observed. A prevalence of grays is to be found
IN the more advanced showings. They shade
rom the iaintest silver to the darkest battle
snp-sray, in dresses. suits and coats. Military
oluts Of al sorts are seen-French blues, navy,
Invisible and other dark shades OF this color.
Inc Combination Of red with the blue is often
70 be seen, generally officers red. This brilliant
oaeh is occasionally in the form of lining,
pocket or collar Frightening, or even mill
isry sash.
Inc officers red was in the form Of silk
s'oeklnet sash, wound twice about the waist
s'u 'ssselled at the left side, on an unusual Of
MA dress in invisible blue. The popn skirt
vas htted at the waist, much tucked, and Jared
NY widely A tight fitting mess jacket in
'e"e, outtoned from the waist line TO the
sanding collar, and similar ball buttons
mined the lower section Of the almost skin
tight sleeves
OAEiNGNESS OF GOWN MODIFIED.
nus grown is perhaps extreme and daring
So, 'oloFng and in its uncompromising
ls'y OF contour But it might be charming
= "i0Oihed' the jacket slightly divided in front
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27
WITH THE MINDS OF
ALL DESHGNE RS
OPPRESSED BY WAR.
WHAT BUT MILL
TARY FA SHIONS
CAN RESULT?

for funess and touch Of soitening light or
it might be slightly fulled, as IN another OK
eellent military model. The slightly iuii
Jacket. which parted at the bottom where
fell for two inches beyond the narrowed waist
line, was of pastel red. The contrast OF th's
to the plain. but very full circular skirt oil
bsttIeshp-gray made the dress almost thea'-
really distinctive, were it not for the graying
and softening in the cloth OF which 1t was
made and the simplicity OF the style.
Another dress which was military III us
aspect. truly so in all its details, was OF heaw.
est black silk. stifly embroidered IN large dull
gold figures, both on the very wide overskirt
and on the corseet bodice, which was cut low.
The upper section of the latter, between the
narrow curving shoulder bands, was hled IN
with flmy white In back the collar was
square and high, turning down in approved
military fashion and deliberately gold braided
About twelve inches of the black velvet under
skirt showed beneath the satin. striking
gown for afternoon was this one, both IN
its main blockng-the haring double skirt un-
der the fairly tight high-necked bodice, which
was cut round and low in front-and in its de
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27
nm WAR, MILITARY FASHIONS WILL NOT DOWN
THE FEMININE FORM
SEEMS TO PROFIT
BY THIS, AS 1T DOES
BY ALL FASHIONS,
NO MATTER WHAT
THEIR ORIGIN.

few inches above the hem was mauve tulle,
mauve bugle edged and divided in front centre.
The tulle covered the bust-high silk OF the
tight fitting bodice, and rising over the shout
ders formed long sleeves. A quaint develop
rnent was the banding Of half-inch wide mauve
velvet ribbon, which formed line in front,
crossed over and around the bust, with little
fiat bow in front and formed the waist line
girdle. The primness with which the ribbon
was applied to the gown was Knocked with
elfin lightness by the yoked Ay-awsy tulle over
skirt Marvellous in colorng, weight and
silhouette was this beautiful gown.
POMPADOUR SILKS IN EVIDENCE.
More often, however, the pompadour silk
is not yelled, for the soft beauty Of its color
ings and the subdued quality Of the silk need
no modifying effect. This was found to be the
case in chariningy original model in light
yellow pompadour The very full circular skirt
was short, scalloped and piped at the bottom
with a blue velvet which found its keynote in
the dull flowers woven into the material The
main part Of the bodice was a tight high crash
girdle OF the silk, reaching beyond the bust,
also velvet piped. Above this was merely sheer
white tulle and a little rose on each shoulder
top. Short seeves-divided, ribbon piped and
tied-were in the dress. All the afternoon and
semi-evening dresses have sleeves; it is only
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1914-12-27

A BIT of sunshine is this informal gown
"A of deep amber chiffon velvet and
mousseline de sole, which is put together
in remarkable simplicity. The graceful
girdIing is accomplished with shot silver
and vermilion ribbon.
The Detroit times., 1914-11-02
Tiuo BalIots

Along In November when chill ~.
Two ballet. iS were sass IN sAs ~
rnsy Sss!Isd up close i1ss brssA>s
rsu e9SidnT ten one ' q shs vesps a.
They were. both rum votes ann nnrn
the license plan.
But one Was cast BY 3 Whln1kY ~
And the other by . Sunday school U
Ths sunday school man hAd o1UI
bean noted. 131 l-- 7' 'rt[
I. ror nsnsinF snsanF saiocns. szst}4 vtee
He piled up his prayers wstA i ~
And s:Ss: s:.! them an down :. ~ -
The sSndsy school man. - - ~
Kept busy .li summsr A>aensaao
But his ardor eoolsd s6 Wa
.s change I'm the weather, 3
And aiong IN the sukunn they ypo
The foxy oid brewer was seliy =
said h:: M q / ADMIRE that ss.day ssn
Hes tru: 8 HE shussA, q ~ yn1|
q he's truor rtr<f ~ 3 ~ " .|''s ~
He talks Of the Lord ana vpeop 1
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