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The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09

IN THE PROBATE COURT FOR THE TERRITORY OF ALASKA, THIRD DIVISION, CORDOVA PRE-. cINcT. AT CoRDoVA, BEFORE EDWARD F. MEDLEY, U. S. COM MISSIONER AND EX-OFFICiO PROBATE JUDGE.
 In the Matter of the Estate of Olive Jane Anderson, Deceased.
 Notice to Creditors. The undersigned, administrator, with the will annexed, of the estate of Olive Jane Anderson, deceased, here by gives notice that all persons having claims against the said estate, to ex- hibit and present them, with the pro- per vouchers to the undersigned or the probate judge, above named, with in six months from the date of this notice, at the residence of the under signed in Eyak, Alaska, or at the of flee of the said probate judge, in Cor dova, Alaska, both of said places be- ing places designated for the transaction of business relating to the said estate.
 Dated, June 9, 1916.
 JOSEPH REEVES, Administrator with the Will Annexed
 of the Estate of Olive Jane An
 derson, Deceased
 First publication, June 9, 1916.
 Last publication. July ', 1916.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09

the beauties and comforts of metro politan life, not only alienates the pretty little woman from her husband, but also tries to lure her away from him.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09
NOTICE.

All persons having claims against the Cordova Packing Company. or F. A. Turner, representing same com pany, please present same to J. H.. Deever, president.
 June 6, 1916.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09

For Sale Four and onehalf foot Banquet range and counter platform scales at a bargain. See Rawson.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09
SCHOOL BOARD TO MEET.

The Cordova school board will meet rooms.
The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09
L|FE'S SHOP WINDOW TONIGHT

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The Cordova daily times., 1916-06-09

Wanted-Small gasoline tank for lighting system. Inquire Times office.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
"Wednesday Afternoon Session.


 In the case of the United States gs. J. Costa,~th jury returned yer dict of assault with dangerous wea- pon.
 The civil case in which Ollie Gray IS the plaintiff and !. w. Robson is the defendant. Attorney Cosgroye moved to put the case over to the next term of court The motion was denied
 Antonio Hernandez charged with selling liquor to Indians was acquit- ted by the jury and discharged from custody.
 The case of the Pure Food Com pany 7s, Anaoorates Fisheries Com pany was continued.
 Thursdy Morning Session. The case of Manuel Sanchez. charg. ed with perjury, came to trial in the District Court this morning, J. N. Shoup representing the defendant. The government alleged that San chez swore falsely in a criminal case before Judge E. s. Stackpoie.
 Afternoon Session.
 United States vs Manuel Sanchez.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
DOINGS IN THE
 DISTRICT COURT
4 FEW MORE CASES TO COME UP AT THIS TERM
 OF THE COURT.

The defendant was charged with com u.ttmg perjury ard was found guilty by a jury. Defendant waived time of sentence and the court set Saturday at 10 a. m, for the time of passing sentence,
 Angel neiacirrina, charged with assault plead not guilty came into court and withdrew his plea of not guilty and plead guilty to simple as sault." Defendant also waived time of sentence and the court will sen tence him on Saturday morning.
 J. Costa who was found guilty by a jury of assault with a dangerous weapon with the intent to kill, wound or maine. waived time of sentence and will be sentenced May 27th.
 The case of the Pure Food Fish Co vs. Anacorates Fisheries Co, was re- sumed and evidence taken.
 Friday Morning Session.
 Oluf Jacobsen, a subject of Norway, was admitted to citizenship this morning.
 The case of Ollie Gray ys. Jens w. Robson. to recover real property, was set down for trial immediately after the last criminal case.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
kETCHIkAN Is
 NOT LACKING

Nobody need to walk these days. This is due to the fact that MT Gas person, one of the most enterprisins men in the city has brought in from the States one of the best Jitney cars in the country. and says that he shall be at the service of any one from now on Later another will be brought in as he expects much business along that line. specially during the tourist season. Mir. Casperson is to be com mended for his enterprising spirit and contributes much toward keeping ketchikan to the front.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
COTTON BALL FOR
 THE PARK FUND

Tomorrow evening at Red Men s Hall. Dancing from 9 to r o'clock D. m
 Reception Committee = Mrs. F. J. Hunt, Mrs. Chas Taylor Mrs. Beeg- le Mrs. Hoover, Dr Beatrice Dickin- son.
 Floor Committee Dale Hunt Mrs. Ed. Howard. Miss Kathleen Rounsefel.
 Refreshment Booth-Mrs. Fitting CT, Mrs. spaeth. Mrs. Edwin Samp- son. Mrs. Ed Conradi, Mrs. Julia Thompson. Mrs. Chas. Deppe.
 Ice cream cones will be sold so don't forget to bring your nickles.
 Tickets soc each at Ryus & Walk CT Drug Stores.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
MAY RECONCILE OLD IRELAND
LLOYD GEORGE Is GIVEN NECESSARY AUTHORITY
 TO ACCOMPLISH JOB.

LONDON, May 26.-It is admitted here that Lloyd George has been giv- an authority to reconcile Ireland, and to that end. he purposes devoting a great deal of his time and energy. said an official today. Leaders of the various factions are in conference ill an endeavor to promulgate plans that the work of reconciliation may be worked to better advantage. Mean while. Premier AsQuith has made q personal request upon the members Of the house to refrain from debat ing the Irish question while the solu- tion is being sought.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
WILSON MAY
 TAKE ACTION EXPRESSES HIS WILLING NESS TO TENDER GOOD
 OFFICE FOR PEACE.
SPEECH MUCH PRAISED
Newspapers Are Commenting Very Favorably of The
 Generous Intention.

CHARLOTTE, x. C.. May 26.- President Wilson's speech delivered before a large audience yesterday, has drawn very favorable comments from the local newspapers in par ticular and from the press at large in general. His speech has been gi"en much prominence. due to the fact that he expressed himself in favor of the suggestion that the offer of his good office be made to the warning nations with the view of ending the war. which he hopes will soon come to an end.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
PROMINENT VISITORS
 IN OUR MIDST

Dr. c. P. and Mrs. Fordyee. of Grand Island. Nebraska, arrived yes- terday from the States and will re- main in Ketehikan several days.
 Dr Fordyee. is the surgeon-in- charge Of the State hospital for sol diers and sailors at Grand Island. and is here on a vacation Meanwhile he intends to secure material for pub lication about the territory The doc tor is a school mate Of Dr. B. L. My CTS and both are enjoying each oth- CTS company.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
WILL LEAVE ON THE mARIPosA

Mrs =z-z rife Of [ '. Boyle. former .44s ol oE Cordova. who has been in the hospital recovering from an operation fer appendicitis which vas performed some three weeks ago. was well enough 10 leave the hospital yesterday and is now al the Revilla hotsl win Mr. Boyle. who has been staying there since he arrived from his home town on the 11th inst-. haying been hastily summoned here by the sudden illness Of Mrs Boyle. which nec4ssi-ated her leaving the bozt on which she was rtaveling homeward. = this point for medical treatment Ar- and Mrs Boyle will continue fheir journey 10 Cordova on the Mariposs. which is due here to- morrow northoou1t.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
KRAUsE GETS THIRTEEN YEARS

JUNEAU, May 25-This morning Edward Krause was brought before the court and sentenced to serve years in prison on the charge of i'm personating an officer.
 On the charge Of Kidnapping. of which he was convicted by jury, the court gave him ten years. Judge Jennings stated that he was sorry the maximum was not greater
 On the remaining charges. the court deferred passing sentence until the next term of court
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.

It has been ordered by Hon. Rob ert w Jennings. that the time fer holding the liquor license "elecction " will be TUESDAY. JUNE 6, 1916, in stead Of June 1st, 1916.
 The voting will take place at the Council Chambers. in the City Of Ret chikan Alaska, and the polls will be open to the public continuously from o'clock a m. to o'clock D. m.
 fSigRed) E. s. STACKPOLE.
 United States Commissioner
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
GERMANS ARE
 GAINING GROUND
THE FRENCH ARE FORC ED TO CONCEDE A DEFEAT
 IN VERDUN FRONT.

LONDON, May a6. The tide of the battle on the Verdun front is said to favor the Germans. and the French have been forced to concede as much The Paris war office today acknowl- had been repulsed on two different attacks and have lost grounds in the failure. The losses on both sides are said to have been enormous.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
ONE AMERICAN SOLDIER
 KILLED; TWO WOUNDED

COLUMBUS, May 26. = A report was just received to the effect that in an attack by Mexican bandits up- on an American engineering corp that was accompanied by a small escort Of soldiers. one American soldier was killed and two were wounded Two Mexican bandits were killed and sev- eral wounded. The attack took place south Of Los Cruces.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

SAN ANTONIO, May 25.-General Funston's request for more coast ar tillery, has been refused by the war department The reason for the re- fusal is said to be due to the fact that General Carranza notified the secretary of State that he had sent a note for which he asked an answer before proceeding any further. It has been semi-ofiicially announced that the general tone of the note is very friendly and that possibly it contains another request for the withdrawal of the United State troops rom Mexico.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
WAR RNEWSFROM CROSS WATERS
ITALIANS ARE HARD PRESSED BY AUSTRIANS
 WHO ARE STILL GAINING

BERLIN. May 2S = Exchanged wounded soldiers who have been brought here. report of the ih-'reat- ment received at the hands of the French while prisoners According to them, they were extremely mis- treated and suffered considerable.
 \ dispatch from Athens received here last evening says that both the Italian and French ministers, repre- senting their respective country in Greece. have been recalled The req son for the recall is said to be due to the fact that they failed 10 obtain permission from the Greece govern ment 10 transport Serbian troops through the country.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
LiNDERRERG IS ARRESTED.

SAN FRANCISCO, May 26.-Jafet Linderberg, the Nome millionaire was arrested this morning near the Ore gon line on bench warrant charging him with contempt of court. the re- suit of a failure on his part to pay a fine for not answering questions regarding ownership of certain min ing property.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
DolRes OF THE CONVENTION.

JUNEAU. May 25.-At this morn ing's session Of the Democratic con vention, George Forest was chosen permanent chairman and Harry Nor ton permanent Secretary. The ma, jority Of the delegates favor Attorney Grisby for Attorney General, Thomas DOnohue for National Committeeman although the Cheney followers are de termined 10 make a hard fight
 It is thought that the convention will finish it's labor this evening Juneau Empire.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

ROME. May 26--Disconceruing re ports are hourly received from the front The latest is 10 the effect that the Aus-r @se steadily continuing their drive across the frontiers The fighting, however has been shifted 10 the eastward between As1ia and Asa The slaughter is said to be terrific
 One Austrian airship and gun boat were destroyed by Italian war ships while in action on the upper Adriatic sea The crew of both were taken prisoners says 8 dispatch from Brindisi
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
Three-Magazine Model Eight Linotype

miss" service heretofore given As We remarked before, the people of Ketchikan have been very generous in the past, and never complained As evidence Of our appreciation, we propose to give them from now on, the best in us.-IEditor.l
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
CROWD JEERs MAYOR.

NEW YORK. May 25.-In the wire tappiny inquiry. Mayor Mitchell was the chief witness The Mayor de noan6od Ehs Catholic priests or who's information the jurv bases their indictments against two sub ordinate officials The Mayor was jeered by tte crowd
 The priests who were denounced by Mayor Mitchell have expressed their i1 mention 10 bring al action for the recovery Of damages alleging de fanatic q character.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
REFERENDUM PROVES
 PREP PAREDNESS FAVORED

WASHINGTON, May 26.-A refer endum taken by the United States Chamber of Commerce throughout the country, shows eonclusively that the people are in favor of prepared ness by an overwhelming majority.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
ATTORNEY WARDER
 COMING ON DOLPHIN

Attorney Warder. one Of the most devoted democrats in Ketchikan left a day o- tWo ago his business here 5ust for the mere purpose of attend ing the democratic convention-whioh shows his 6esotion-and Is expected to return temorr0N on the Dolphin.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
TEXAS GUARD
 TO BE TRIED
FOR REFUSAL TO RESPOND TO THE CALL THEY
 WERE ORDERED.

WASHINGTON. May 26--The war department today decided to take ae- lion against the Texas national guard who refused to respond 10 the call for their services 4 court martial has been ordered to convene in the near future for the purpose. \ minute probe into the motive for the refusal will be gone into. said an official to- day.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

In use now at the Progressiye-Min- CT of e. It is useless to say that the who.e force is highly pleased with the change of the machine. With the above model, time and labor will be saved and the public will be benefit ted to the extent Of good and regu- lar service instead Of the Init and
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

LONDON. May 25.-The Germans after they had lost thousands of men. recaptured Douamount yesterday from the French On the other hand the latter won back rom the former the trenches on the outskirts Of Gu miere that they had lost early in the day. Both sides are bringing fresh troops into action.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
DEPUTY AND GUARD RETURN.

Deputy Marshal " 3. Sharp and Guard \ Howell who left for Juneau where they had been called to attend the courc as witnesses in the KraUse murder case. returned on the Alaska The eases were pur over until the next term of court
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
ENORMOUS EXPORT TRADE.

WASHINGTON. May 26.-The de- partment of commerce today an nounced that the export trade will reach the enormous figure of five billion dollars by the end of the year 1916.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
SULZER RECEIVES
 THE NOMINATION

When about ready to go to press the Juneau Empire sent the following mssSa ge:
 JUNEAU, May 26. - Nomina- ton Of Charles A. Sulzer for can didate for delegate to congress from Alaska was made this morn ing unanimous. in his speech of acceptance, SuIzer said that if he is elected he intends to work for Alaska as no man ever worked. His speech was received with wild cheers. Other nominations will be made this afternoon.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
ALL ABOUT THE BOATS

The Mariposa northbound is due here tomorrow morning, followed by the Jefferson Sunday and the Sophia Monday evening.
 The Dolphin southbound is due here tomorrow.
 Other boats unreported at the time of going to press
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
THE JEFFERSON COMING.

SEATTLE, May 26.-The steamer Jefferson left this morning at nine O oclock with the following passengers for Ketchikan: J. E. Mcfarland and Jack McEschom.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
EVELYN THAW MARRIED.

NEW YORK. May 26. - It was learned today that Evelyn Thaw had married "Parlor Dancing Jack Cliff ford last evening.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26
LoNGSHoREMEN TO GO
 ON STRIKE IN JUNE

SEATTLE, My 26.-The longshore- men yesterday made a formal demand on the employers for an increase of wages effective the first of June.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

SAN FRANCISCO. May 25. = The report was brought in this morning that two British cruisers were hover ing off the California coast
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

PARIS, May 25.-The situation at Verdun is expressed in the following brief report just received, "Verdun struggle unabated.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

NEW YORK, May 26.-Roosevelt is scheduled to speak at St. Louis next week, it was. announced today.
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LONDON, May 26.-The Germans are reported to be gaining on the east side of the Mouse river.
The daily progressive-miner., 1916-05-26

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Evening star., 1916-08-11
NO D. C. COMMITTEE QUORUM.
Body Was Expected to Act on Henry
S. Bakers Nomination,

to get quorum at meeting called
today by Chairman John Walter Smith.
1t had been expected that the nomination
of Henry S. Baker to succeed himself as
excise commissioner of the District
would he up for consideration. Mr..
Bakers confirmation is strongly opposed
by the senators who brought about thu.
rejection of the nomination of Gen. Rob-
ert G. Smith as member of the excise
board.
The fact that Mr.. Baker is an uncle of
the present Secretary of War puts the
democratic senators in an awkward posi-
ton regarding the nomination. 1t was
said today. considerable number of
the democrats opposed the confirmation
of Gen. Smith and are expected to op-
pose that Of Mr.. Baker.
Evening star., 1916-08-11
HEALTH OFFICE IS TOLD
OF NEW PARALYSIS CASE
Patient Is Child, Seventeen Months
Old, Located at 1917 c
Street Southeast.

new case of infantile paralysis was
reported today to the health depart
m.nt, making total Of three on rec
ord. The patient is a child, seventeen
months old, of 1917 c street southeast.
DR.. William c. Woodward, health Off
Ger, and DR.. j. }. kinyoun' bacteriolo-
gist OF the health department., are in
New York today, studying the methods
employed there against the spread of
the disease.
They expect to return to Washington
by the middle of next week. 1t is prob
able changes will be made in Washing
tons infantile paralysis regulations if
the local health representatives find in
the New York situation any conditions
to be guarded against here by the adop-
tion of more stringent regulations.
Evening star., 1916-08-11
DROPS PACKAGE SERVICE.
W. U. Telegraph Company Makes
Change in Delivery System.

NEW YORK, August 1.-THE Vest
ern Union Telegraph Company notified
it's customers today that its national
distribution service for the delivery
of packages will be transferred to an
other corporation on September ]. and
thereafter it's messengers will collect
and deliver kilograms only. 1t is un-
derstood that the package deliveries
will be made by motor trucks operat-
ing from a central station in the larger
cities.
A shortage of boys to act as mes
sengers has necessitated the change.
The national distribution service now
is in operation In all the principal cities
served by the Western Union.
Evening star., 1916-08-11
ALLIES ARE ATTACKING
BUlGARS AT DORIAN

PARIS, August IL, l so pm
An attack by Anglo-French
forces on the Bulgarians at
Doiran, forty miles northwest of
Saloniki, is reported in a Havas
dispatch from Saloniki. The al
lies occupied the Doiran railway
station and neighboring hill.
In front of the captured posi-
tions, the dispatch says, the
bodies of numerous Bulgarians
were found. The attack was pre-
ceded by vigorous lombard
ment.
At other points along the
front artillery fighting continues,
with patrol engagements along
the Serbian border.
LONDON, August l1.-Reu-
ter's correspondent at Saloniki
telegraphs that the artillery duel
on the Balkan front has been
renewed. The height captured by
the Anglo-French forces is Hill
III, south of Doiran The rail-
way station lies five miles east of
There have been several small
engagements recently along this
front, as well as frequent heavy
artillery battles. A general Of
fensive movement on the part of
the army Of French, British and
Serbians has been expected some
time.
Evening star., 1916-08-11
Wheat Price Causes Rise in Flour.

NEW YORK, August 11.-Flour sold
In the New York markets today at s. to
50 a barrel. an advance Of 20 to so cents
barrel, as result of the increased
price of wheat One miller said there was
considerable old -four in the hands of
jobbers which was still selling at prices
prevailing before the advance. The
average flour for domestic use, it was
stated. now costs So barrel, and
will have to pay from 10
to 90 cents more for a sack than before
the advance in wheat. The price of
bread here has not yet been increased.
Evening star., 1916-08-11
SWEDEN LOSES MILLIONS;
TIMBER EXPORTS HALTED

LONDON, August 1.-THE German
minister a& Stockholm has issued, in
behalf Of his government, revised
list Of contraband, says a Stockholm
dispatch to the Morning Post At the
same time it is announced that COM
ma anders of German warships have been
Instructed to sink all ships bound for
enemy ports carrying cargoes which
band, either absolute or. relative.
The loss to Swedish commercial in
terests from the stoppage by Germany
OF timber exports to England and
France. the dispatch adds, is estimated
at E6,000,000 sterling.