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The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Monday

London dispatches credit the Ger mans with the capture of kragoje. vatz. an important city in north ern Serbia The greatest of all Serbian arseuals is located in tha; city, which also sheltered numer- ous other stores which had been assembled there.
 The dispatches also state that an attempt on the PArt of the Bulgarians 10 dislodge the French from their norihernuost posltty1 in Serbia has failed. The French advance lines near Neies were driven in by the Bulgarians, who, however were repulsed by the French in T baTonet charge when the main works were attained. many of tn, Bulgars being driven into the Var dar river The main entrenChmeIts of the French are located at Kriy- olak. with a division of soldiers manning them. It is reported that the French troops which took pat in the engagemeent came from the Gallipoli peninsula.
 The Bulgarians ara making prep arations to keep Russian army from being landed on the Black sea coast of their country. IL is reported that they are sinking mer- chant vessels In the harbor of Var na to keep large boats from enter ing and discha1ging cargoes.
 London reports are to the effect that the German army under Cen eral von Hindenburg. operating IT the Riga-Dvinsk district has utterly failed to make advances of mater iality In the direction of either Riga or Dvinsk. They have beeD within cannon shot of the latter city once. but since the first ti2 drive, have never been able to get within striking distance of Riga, It is stated that they are now 1t
 ~ to reach 9hlok. town on the Gulf of Riga
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
War of Washing
 Concerns Start

Suit was filed in district court Ter, N. NJ. kerler, Jack Raymond. S. K. Stewart and The New Gas Cade Laundry, alleging breach of contract on the part of Mir. and Mrs. Kerler, the two first named defendants. The complaint asked that the court grant an injunction forbidding the kerlers to work in the new laundry. and a temporary restraining order was accordingly issued a short while after the suit was filed. In issuing the order the court cited all of the defendants to appear in court on Thursday. No vember Il, at 10 a. m., to show why the first two named defendants should not be permanently enjoined from working in the New Cascade Laundry, and also to show why the other defendants in the proceedings have a right to employ the first named two.
 Included in the complaint Is an agreement alleged to have been en- tered into in September of 1911. between the Kerer5 and the Fair banks Laundry Co.,, wherein the Kerlers agreed not to become en- gagged in the laundry business in Fairbanks for period of five years from the date of the contract. It i5 upon this agreement that they are being sued, according to the com plaint.
 The complaint also states that, on account of the fact that MT. and Mrs. kerler are the best quail fled laundry people in the town. their presence and work in the New Cascade is essential to the success of the business. Jack Ray mond and Sterling Stewart. the proprietors of the new concern, state, however, that the places Of MT. and Mrs. Kerler have already been filled with competent people, who will remain with them pending the outcome of the suit.
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
THE SITUATION
 IN OLD MEXICO
READY TO FIGHT.

DOUGLAS, Ariz., Nov. Twin General Villa leading 10000 soldiers and practically encircling Agua Prieta, General Gales troops re main inactive in the trenches that have been dug around the city. Many refugees are coming across the border
 BATTLE STARTS.
 DOUGLAS. Ariz., Nov. 1.-The long impending battle started at 1:3O this afternoon. The guns of the Agua Prieta garrison opened on the rapidly advancing force Of Gen eral Villa and at once found the range. The Vllistas halted and commenced to throw up entrench- ments. None of the shots came nearer than threequarers of a mile from the American line. L. F. Taylor, an American, was shot in the back by Mexican machine bullet at the American customs house. The guns of the Villistas were peppering the customs house at the time. Taylor was taken to the American trenches facing the customs house. At 4 o'clock this afternoon Dr. Armstrong, the chief surgeon on General Gales hospital staff, reported that there were sev eral wounded There were proba- bly over fifty shells fired into Agua Prieta.
 VILLA ADVANCES,
 DOUGLAS, Ariz., Nov 1-Villa resumed the attack on ARua Prieta
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Thinks Valdez Will
 Soon Get Railroad

Col A. w. Swanizt says Valdez has a good chance to get railroad as part of the government system within a short time. Col, Swanizt recently had long talk with Secre- tary Lane, in which he pointed out to the secretary the importance of line to develop the country be- tween the Copper river and the Su- sitna, a very wide area with great mineral possibilities.
 Secretary Lane conceded the ulti- mate necessity of opening this great region with railroad and promised to give the subject early attention. Col. SwaniZt suggested the advan- tage of building the line from Val dez to the junction of the Tonsina river with tho Copper. Several su: veys have been made of this route, one by Col. Swanizt himself for the Valdez-Yukon railroad. The pro jected line is sixty-four miles long. and would strike the Copper River X Northwestern at Mile 80.
 This was practically the route the Copper River & Northwestern projected and started to build from Valdez before it moved to Cordova It would avoid the fierce winds and drifting snows of the Copper river flats.
 Necessarily if the government is to build this line it would either Copper river road or make traf- fic arrangement with it to reach the Interior towards Fairbanks
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Tuesday

The fall Of the Serbian city Oi Nish is expected hourly, according to today's London dispatches. The the northern part of the country has been decisively crushed ana it is thought that little opposition to the advance of the Austro-Ger- mans will be made until the ar rival of achievements. The Ser bian government has moved the capital from Nish to Mitrovitna, in the western part of the country
 The allied troops advancing from the south are pushing all befora them according to the report. Th,, Bulgarians have made several stands in an effort to stem the tide Of advancing endorsements for the Serbian army, but have so far met with little success. As soon as the southern army of Bulgaria is overcome, the British and French troops now fighting in southern Serbia will be rushed to the assist ance of the Serbians in the north
 It is stated in Athens dispatches that the Russians have succeeded in landing a body of troops on the Bulgarian coast at Varna. Other troops are also being brought rap idly in transports, and it is expect
 
 large army on Bulgarian soil
 In the house of commons today Premier Asquith appeared on the floor and spoke for several hours, outlining the status of Great Britain on all of the battlefronts. He was accorded a respectful hearing, the government side of the house burst ing into cheers at his appearance. The opposition, however, maintained a dignifed silence. Several import ant points were touched on for the first time in public, and the official pronouncement in regard to them was listened to with great interest. HI 1CSdI to I4lt attempt lo lOIC the Dardanelles, the premier stated that it was quite probable the present campaign would be aban- doned, and he admitted that soldiers had already been withdrawn from the Gallipoli peninsula and sent to the aid of the Serbians He added that tho al1irr bod int @f deserting the Serbians. He ex- plained that the recent visit of General Joffre to England was for the purpose of perfecting plans for the Balkan campaign. MT Asquth asserted that he considered no apologies were necessary as to the said that tho entire country WAS backing the war policy Great Britain's mighty navy would yet be a determining factor in the war, and he was confident of ultimate success. The financial position of the empire was very serious one, the money drain being the heaviest experienced for centuries. Another loan might be sought in America shortly. Like other wars, the pres ent one had teen fruitful of many surprises in many departments The premier concluded by saying that he was certain the Russians were now in position to roll the Ger mans back across tho frontier
 Following MT. Asquith. Sir Ed ward Carson, who recently resigned as attorney general, delivered the most bitter attack on the conduct of the war by the government. He said that however useful the pres ent cabinet might he if the country were at psace, as an organization it was utterly incapable of conduct ing the war under the present con- ditions. He pronounced the initia- tion of the Dardanelles campaign to have been a stupendous blunder and asserted that there was abso
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Thursday

AuVlceS rom all pOlEtS indicate that Greece is getting ready to ba come actually engaged in the war, on the side of the allies. King Constantine is using every endea- vor to keep his country neutral, but it seems that there is no chance O. doing so, as the dispatches indicate that the people of the country wish to stand by the treaty agreements Os Greece with Serbia
 The latest development is the resignation of the Zaimas cabinet, which resigned in a body this af ternoon. The foreign policy of the cabinet was defeated in parliament by a large vote, and the members of the cabinet therefore saw that their efforts to prevent Greece en- tering the war were futile. It is believed that Eleutherios Venizelos will be recalled to the premiership by King Constantine, and it is therefore certain that Greece will engage in the war on the side of the allies, as the warlike tendencies of M. Venizelos are well known.
 It is stated that King Constan. tine has practically succumbed to the inevitable, as far as his policy of neutrality is concerned. How ever, he holds to one last hope n regard to Roumania, stating to the French minister at Athens this afternoon that should Roumania reconsider her policy of neutrality, Greece will not be unprepared t. do so>
 Following up their successes of few days ago, when the forces of Field Marshal von Hindenburs sians are making attacks on the German battle lines in the Dvinsk (Dunaberg) region, according to Bel lin dispatches All of the attacks have, however, been repulsed. the German battle line remaining prac- tically intact.
 Paris dispatches indicate that battle of enormous proportions ls being fought near Lille, on tho western battle front So far it is an artillery duel, but further de- velopments are momentarily expect ed.
 It is officially admitted in London that fully half of Serbia Is now in the hands of the Teutons. Rein forcements by the thousands are be- ing rushed to the Serbians by the allies, but so far the latter have been unable to get within fighting distance Of any but a few scattered Bulgarian soldiers, and have therefore been of no material aid to the Serbians who are defending their country against the Austro-German army in the north.
 It is stated that the Czar of Rus sia has issued manifesto to the Bulgarian people, in which he as- sures them protection if they con clude to do away with the policy of King Ferdinand and join the allies It Is believed in Paris that those of the Bulgarians who are
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08


 firing from all sides, his force ad- vanced on the town until 1t reach ed the wire entanglements. The men were then given orders to dis under these, and they are now en- gagged in that task. Meanwhile the Carranza garrison is sweeping the country from all sides of the town with rife and machine gun volleys. guided by searchlights.
 MUST HOLD GOLD.
 GALVESTON, Nov. 1-lnforma- ton has been received here to the effect that General Carranza has ls- sued a decree that banks must hold 50 per cent of their issue of paper money in gold reserve. It is be- lieved that if the decree is en- forced many of the banks will be forced into liquidation
 VILLA DEFEATED.
 DOUGLAS, Nov. 2.-General Cal les, in command of the Carranza forces at Agua Prieta, has wired the Carranza agency at Washington claiming the defeat of Villas force Two warnings have been sent to General Gales from the officer com mandng the United States border across the border onto American soil Two Amer4an soldiers have already been wouAded
 HUERTA ILL.
 FL PASO, Nov. 2.-Victoriano Huerta, formerly president of Mex ico. who was arrested some months ago on a charge of conspiracy, and who has since been confined in prison quarters at Fort Bliss. is said to be very sick man.
 VILLA PREPARING.
 DOUGLAS. Nov 2-Early this evening General Villa began prepar- ing for another night assault on Agua Prieta. Private Jones, an Am erican soldier who was wounded this afterroon by a stray bullet, died this evening"
 GETTING READY.
 MORALES, Nov. 2.-Nine wire fences were bull. across the right of way of the Southern Pacific rail. road of Mexico during the night by the Villa garrison.
 VILLA WlTHDRAWs.
 DOUGLAS, Nov. 3.-Having ef. fected very little in his attack on the town of Agua Prieta last night. General Villa withdrew his forces this morning and there was an en- tire cessation of hostilities A con- siderable number of fresh troops re- inforced General Gales garrison during the afternoon and the Car ranza force is confident of it's ability to hold the town.
 Six troops of General Gales cav airy this afternoon attempted to capture two of General Villas guns, but they were driven back by the small force guarding the guns
 General Villa has suddenly changed his plans and is now moving away from Agua Prieta in the direction of Naco. The move puzzles thn border guard as he appears to b. quite able with his present force to cope with the Carranza garrison
 WACO IS CAPITAL.
 NACO, Ariz, Nov 4-Right across the border at Naco, Sonora, General Villa has established what he calls the capital of Mexico This place he will use as the base for his sup plies and his headquarters. He states that he will give his soldiers a chance to rest up for at least thirty days before assuming the aggressive against the Carranza forces. The further investment of Agua Prieta has been definitely abandoned for the present.
 Four Americans who left this place with hospital supplies for General Villas army were killed near Agua Prieta by a shrapnel shell. Their bodies were brought here this afternoon
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
MRS JOHN BUNNY TO
 BE HOTEL MANAGER.

VALLEY STREAM, l.. Mrs John Bunny, widow of the famous movie" comedian, has become a hotel proprietress. She has pur- chased Christopher Schreibers hos telry here and has taken possession.
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Alexander T. Marshal
 Wanted in Colorado

Alexander Teal Marshall, formerly of Las Vegas, New Mexico, Everett, Washington, and New Zealand. You or any one knowing of your where abouts will please write at once to J. c. Kinsey, administrator of your fathers estate, 1701 South Clark son St., Denver. Colo. or to your sister, Alice T. Kimsey, same ad- dress
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Friday

Berlin dispatches indicate that d crisis is fast approaching in the Balkans The remnants of the Ser bian army retreating toward the west and fighting stubbornly as they slowly back away from the ad- yancing Austro-German forces, are now practically hemmed in on al sides, as the army in the north has effected a juncture with th- left wing of the Austrians on the western frontier of Serbia, Cuttinr eff the retreat of the Serbian army into Montenegro, where they had hoped to find haven. General von Kcevess is in command of that portion of the army of TeutonS which is driving the SeI bians to ward the west.
 On the south of the Serbian aImy are the Bulgarians who have sue ceeded in forcing their way in b. tween the retreating Serbians and lliti ltlhloi tCiilClilS II oiI ttit 0pt' Geneva dispatches state that the territory where the fighting has been going on is literally drenched with blood. It is stated that sev eral of the towns taken by the Aus tro German-Bulgarian forces have been wiped off the map entirely
 
 French forces advancing to the re- lief of the Serbians have been met and defeated by the Bulgarians in an encounter northeast of Prilip. in Southern Serbia It is believed in Berlin that there is no dCubt hW that the Bulgarians will be able t. hold the endorsements of the Se bians in check until the army of t. latter country surrenders.
 London dispatches state that thu intentions of Greece in re@a'n the war yet hang in the balancr The king has called a council ot ministers for the purpose of preseIv ing the neutrality of his country if possible. However, it is be- lieved that Greece will ultimately enter the war, despite the pro tests of King Constantine and his queen, who is a sister of the kali ser. It is stated that the king has asked Zaimas to again head the abinet but the minister has re fused to do so.
 Several unsuccessful attempts have been made by the Turks to dislodge the allied troops on Gallipol benin sula during the past few days, ac cording to London dispatches, The Turks assumed the offensive at all points but were not able to drive the allies from their trenches, be- ing compelled to abandon the at tack They suffered severe losses.
 German submarine is reported as having been sunk in the Black sea. near Varna, on the coast Of Bulgaria. Russian shore batteries are stated tO nave been TSSpCnSlDle for the sinking of the boat. It is believed that all who were on board the craft perished.
 All fighting between the Austrian and Italian forces in the Carni2 Alps seems to have been suspended for the present time. Winter is now upon them and the soldiers are making preparations for the coming of the extreme cold weather and heavy snows.
 The rumor that Lord Kitchener has resigned his portfolio is off, cially denied in London It first created consternation both in off cial circles and among the people.
 It is reported from Berlin that the Bulgarian troops have succeed ed in capturing the city of Nish. Petrograd reports are to the effect that a large body of Russian troops is being landed at Varna, on the Black sea coast of Bulgaria.
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08
Elsewhere in Alaska

Two cub bear pets. the property of the Home Bakery, at Anchorage vera poisoned short time ago They were great favorites of tn, town and were the subjects of muci photography.
 The freighter Seward arrived IT Seward on the 11th day of last month with a 45-ton yard engine 77,000 feet of bridge timber and 250 cases of explosives, consign ei to the Alaskan Engineering com mission. The rest of the cargo Gi the Seward was consigned to An chorage and consisted of cars and materials for the construction of the railroad out of that town
 The survey crew which has been surveying the channel of the ku, kokwim, have put their survey boat the Yukon, in winter quarters and departed for the Outside. New charts will soon be issued of their work, showing a course by which vessels drawing up to seventeen feet cau reach Bettles.
 Harry Wilmoe. former Fair banks district miner, has returned to Seward from Cold Bay and King Cove, in the Boring country, where he did considerable prospectinr He reports that there are more caribou and brown bear in that part of the Alaska peninsula than he imagined could be found in thlt section of the country.
 A fine blooded Galloway bull was recently delivered to a dairy firm a short distance out of Seward, hay ing been secured from the U. S. ei- perimental station at Kodiak. The animal weighed 1900 pounds
 The keeper of the Cape Serechef light was compelled to make the round trip on the steamer Dora before he was able to make land ing. He had a remarkable expert ence, a year previous when he a. tempted to go ashore at the same place in order to replace a keeper who had been drowned while trying to get off the beach in a boat
 Articles of incorporation of the Matanuska Coal and Coke Co, Inc have been filed in Juneau. The company is capitalized at s25,000, one of the incorporators being J. II Sears, of New York.
 Dan Kennedy, who was born in Juneau thirty-six years ago, and during that time has visited nearly every part of Alaska, but never saw the Outside, has gone to take a peep at the San Francisco fair.
 Steamers Spokane and City of Seattle, owned by the Pacific Coast Steamship company, are being con- verted into oil burners.
 of had 8 glimpse of the sun since the fourth of July, the clouds having been in evidence continually since that date.
 Charles E. Davidson, surveyor general and secretary of Alaska received the news of the death of his mother at Fort Jones, California on the 18th of last month.
 H. P. Riley, of St. James Bay, shipped ten tons of home grown rutabgas to the Seattle market
 Joseph D. Jourden, saloonman at Nome, wandered from the trail during storm the latter part of last month and was frozen to death.
 Valdez has the distinction of be. ing the only town in Alaska that has had bank failure and yet he depositors got paid dollar for dol la;
 The Women's club of Seward las decided to devote their meetings to a course of studies consisting of
The Alaska citizen., 1915-11-08

opposing the policy of King Ferdi- hand will revolt in case that Greece enters the war on the side of the allies