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The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
HOW AMERICANS HELP PAY
 FOR THE WAR.

Why American consumers have to pay exorbitant prices for meat is clearly enough explained by the sta tistiCs of meat exports compiled by the National City Bank. Not only did the exports of meats of all kinds rise from 455, 100000 pounds in 1914 to 1889, 100000 pounds last year, but fresh beef shipments during the same period jumped from 6,400,000 pounds to 231,000,000 pounds. Most of this was consigned to the belligerent countries, Great Britain, France and Italy taking 214,000,000 pounds of American beef last year as against none at all in the year before the war
 In other terms, the United States has exported to Europe during the two years of the war twenty-nine times as much beef as in the two
 
 years immediately preceding the war, and this in the face of a decrease in the supply of cattle and decline of domestic imports of meat to less than half the amount for 1914. Is there any wonder that the price of meat for home consumption is higher than at any time since the Civil war,
 American packers are feeding the armies of Europe, which must have meat at any price, and what they pay for it under the stress of mill tary necessity fixes the price for the consumer in New York and Chicago. The packers are now exhibiting the same solicitude for the men on the firing line that they exhibit at other times for the men in the shop and factory at home, and charging for their meat accordingly. No doubt the American public is lucky to get any meat while supplying Europe's armies at war prices provides the packers with new opportunities of profit.-Exchange
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
PENSIONS FOR PREACHERS

The movement in several Protes- tant denominations for old-age pen sions for preachers is to be com mended If somebody will only find q means of paying active clergyman a decent wage, so that they need not look to philanthropy for the sup port of their declining years, it would be even more enthusiastically endorsed.
 The average salary of preachers is probably under s1,000 a year. Many rural pastors have to get along on from $500 to $500, which is less than the wage of an indifferently good mechanic. Out of this they are expected to keep up good ap- pearance for themselves and their family, subscribe Nberally towards church expenditures, keep open hous- es for the whole congregation and entertain visiting ministers.
 As general thing the pastor does double work for his money, once in earning and once in collecting it. Of the two, the second is usually the harder job. The church is nearly always behind" with him. Too often he has to go around, hat in hand, pleading for bit of what is already due him. If he is a good collector he can keep fairly even with his creditors, but some good sister is soon complaining that his pulpit work is declining If he is a bad collect or, he may preach with the elo- quence of the Apostle Paul, but Brother So-and-so will be whisper ing around that the pastor doesn't pay his debts
 He must not only fight the devil and all his works, but he must strug- gle against want and humiliation. with the realization that before long
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
CHICAGO DRY.

No city, no matter how big, seems to hold terrors for the prohibition ists. They are not initiating MT Lot and Mrs Lot There is no flee ing from the modern Sodoms. Take a look at Chicago and see the calm assurance and quiet determination with which the "drys" are tackling the great city Reports say the campaign has progressed to point where it is regarded to be fairly certain that an attempt will be made to hold a local option election in the spring of 1918. The requisite number of petition signatures must be obtained within year.
 An idea of the herculean task is given in the statement of Rev. Phil lip Narrow, superintendent of the Dry Chicago Federation. He says Chicago has more saloons than the four states together that went dry on November 7. Chicago has 7,149 saloons, almost all doing a rushing business, while in Montana, Michi- gan, South Dakota and Nebraska there were but 6,363 when the drought struck.-Cordova Times.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
ABOUT YOUR BOY.

The father and son movement is one of the best and most sensible things We have heard of for long time. That is because 1t proposes to accomplish results through using natural human instincts naturally. It appears to be the deepest of human feelings love. It goes about to re- mind fathers of something they may have forgotten and to tell boys some thing they may not have known. You can get at this better if you sit down and talk confidentially with some other fathers boy He will tell you things your own boy can not In wistful earnestness you will discover that there are times when a boy has a real matter of grave importance to him that finds his will make you stop and think as you realize that this litt,a fellow couldn't come to any other conclusion than that his dad was indifferent. Fathers know better; fathers remember pret- ty we'll when they were boys, but they don't remember just how sensi- tive a boy is to the worst rebuff, that of being thought silly. Now, the boys need to be told this about their fathers, that they are not in different. But after all the biggest thing is to tell fathers, for it is their business to understand and theirs is the esponsibility.- Milwau- kee JourT&l
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
CANAOA'S POPULATION.

Canada is losing population, not only on the battle line in Europe but on it's far-flung boundary lines in the west This fact is startlingly brought out by an article in the Saskatoon Phoenix, in which it is stated on the authority of Mir J. H. Haslam of the Saskatchewan Com mission of Rural Credits that during the last three years Canada has lost to the United States half a million of her population.
 This is probably portion of the price Canada has to pay for her part in the great European war What that toll is may be judged by the recent statement in a Montreal newspaper that up to August 31 last the Canadian dead in the war numbered 8,644, while the losses in the Somme fight are estimated at 20O0.
 Such figures for a country whose entire population is less than this States are significant.-N. Y. World
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
FOR PRESIDENT IN 1920.

Again has William Jennings Bryan made Woodrow Wilson President. Had MT, Bryan been reyengeful politician rather than patriotic Christian gentleman he would have opposed MT. Wilson's reelection, and had he done so, Wilson's defeat would have been sure.
 As the political mirror hangs now we see MT. Bryan the popular can didate for the presidency in 1920, and if he doesn't get too far in ad- vance of the progress of civilization he'll be elected. The voters of the United States say that they voted for Mir. Wilson because he kept us out of the war" In 1920 they will vote for MT. Bryan, for by that time they will have seen hat it was MT. Bryan who kept MT. Wilson out of the war. By 1920 MT. Bryan will have the temperance vote, he'll have the wo- man vote and he will have the church vote. William Jennings Bryan is the greatest American huma nitarian living today.-Forty-Ninth Star.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05

there has appeared before me a committee representing the Agricul tural Publishers Association. also other representatives of periodicals and magazines, all of whom earnest ly urged that no steps be taken at this time to increase the rates of postage on second class matter war and other unusual conditions have recently caused an abnormal increase in the price of paper. and such increases. coming as they did after the contracts had been entered into for the advertising matter. seri- ously threaten the financial stability of these periodicals and publications
 "Because Of these facts. which were not available at the time my report was written, I feel constrained 10 write you this letter and state that while I still adhere to the recom- mendations on this subject contained in my annual reports I feel that most serious consideration should be given to the representatives of these publishers If conditions are as stat ed by them it might be well to con sider whether the increase in rates of postage on second class matter should be made at this time"
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05

olatlon Of international law. no mat Ter at what cost 10 herself, and Knowing that if she dfd 70 American commerce. with that of all other na- tions must suffer. l. can therefore readily be seen that. knowing that this country would never submit to having shirs flying the American flag indiscriminalely sunk, Germany conceived the idea of making Presi- dent Wilson show his colors by de claring for unrestricted submarine warfare on cnmmerce-
 Diplomatic circles of all countries are waiting for a reply from this thrown gauntlet What will Presi- dent Wilson do? That Is the ques- cton. Will he make warfare on a nation admittedly inferior to this country, particularly in regard to the number of men which could be thrown into such a war, as well as munitions already beset on all sides by her foes one which has issued peace terms such only as will per init her to live as nation and re sume her place among the nations, or will he use some other means to end the war? IL is evidently Ger many's intention to force the Presi- dents hand.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
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FROM THE HEART.

There are times in the lives of many people when unexpected mis- fortune comes as a stunning blow depriying one of every material earthly possession, when years of hard work are reduced to ashes. At such times il is not given to every one to be able to extend financial assistance to the one bereft, al, though their hearts may be beating with warmest sympathy But every one may, if so disposed, speak the kindly word of encouragement for better days in store, which will at least make the world seem brighter to the recipient, leading him to be lieye that all is not as black as it might seem to be.
 Wordy sympathy of course, is to be appreciated, particularly when the donor of such can do nothing more than express his feelings in that manner. But If a person is in dire need, no number of words could be of valuable assistance to him. If the words were of an advisory na- ture they might be of benefit to their recipient in the long run, but he has to work out the advice, and to work he must live and to live he must eat.
 Therefore il would seem that financial sympathy, particularly when unsought, comes from the heart. We know of no better illustration of our point than the fact that a Fair banks lady, who recently lost prac- ticany everything in a fire, was shown the appreciation of others for the work she has been trying to do when she received financial sympa- thy in the way of a purse contain ing a goodly sum of money. and practically all from strangers.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
SCHOOLS ID BE
 PROVIDED E0R
 BY LEGISLATURE

Representative c. K Snow, Of Ruby, who recently arrived in town on his way to Juneau to attend the coming meeting of the territorial leg islature, is of the opinion that there will be no trouble in getting the leg islators to make proper provision for the needs of the schools of the towns and camps throughout the en- tire territory. In fact, at the last session it was the consensus of opin- ion that it was the duty of the leg islature to do this.
 He stated. in part: At the last session of the territorial legislature a bill was passed providing for a uniform school system in the terri tory. After the passage of the mea sure the attorney general of the United States, in a letter to Governor Strong, stated that in his opinion the act was invalid, as the terri torial legislature, under the organic act, had no right to administer to the school system. No attempt was therefore made to put the provisions of the measure into effect
 However. there is a measure now pending in the national congress which, if passed, will give the ter late and make appropriations for all the schools of the territory. The first duty of the coming legislature is to look after this, and l will do everything in my power to carry this forward
 MT. Snow will be in town a short time only, but while he is here he will confer with committees from several local bodies, including the Commercial club. There are several  matters of importance, not only to this division, but also to the entire territory, that local people are go- ing to take up with him.
 MT. Snow is we'll known through out the territory as the father of the dry referendum which swept the country so overwhelmingly last fall. He expresses himself as we'll pleased with the vote on this question, es. pecially that of the Fourth division. He is especially we'll informed on school matters, as he has made study of them during the last year.
 In regard to matters of general legislation, he had very little to say, beyond that he had two or three matters in view which he will pre- sent to the legislature during the coming session. He states that he hopes the legislators will forget party lines and work together har- moniously for the good of the terri tory, without regard to political align ment.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
NEWSPAPERS RECOGNIZED.

Postmaster Burleson has recog- nized the plea of the publishers that the high price of paper, if coupled with an increase in second class postage rates, will seriously threaten the business existence of many, has recommended to the house commit tee on post offices and post roads their consideration of these state ments when taking up the postmaster generals recommendation.
 The substance of the postmaster generals report follows:
 Since writing my annual report
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
INTERVENTION PROBABLE.

There can be but little doubt that the note of Germany to the United States, containing the declaration of the Teutons to resume unrestricted warfare on the high seas, will have the effect of causing the United States to intervene in some manner in the great war in Europe. And a little bit of logic will show that that is just what Germany intends this country to do. Germany has already offered peace terms and they have been rejected by the Entente Allies. Since that time President Wilson has twice electrified the world by his attitude on the peace situation; once when he sent notes to the vari- ous belligerent countries of Europe requesting to be notified of the terms on which each would conclude peace, and the second time when he addressed the United States senate, intimating plainly that, in his opinl- on, America should do something toward ending the war.
 In view of his attitude on the peace question, it is plain to see that President Wilson saw the pres ent storm coming. Germany had al ready stated that she would resume unrestricted submarine warfare in vii
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05

Hearts of Erin" music by Victor Herbert, was shown for the first time in Cleveland, O.. Jan l. MT, Herbert conducted the orchestra at the opening performance. Joe Weber was the producer.
 Andreas Dppel. who since his re- tirement as a grand opera impresario, has been engaged in the production of light operas. produced in Chicago in January a new musical play by Horst and Engel. authors of "The Blue Mouse" and Girls" which were adapted for the American stage by Clyde Fitch.
 MT. DippeIs production-a farce with songs-is known as vaudeville, in the sense in which that word Is used in Europe. He Is the owner for this country of more than twenty operettas of German and French ori- gin, and he has prepared the score of his new piece from the best num- bers of these works. Anne Caldwell. who adapted "Pom-Pom," American ized the piece.
 "The Lilac Domino" MT. Dippel's first production in the light opera field, began its third season.
 G. M. Anderson, who recently pur- chased H. H. Frazee's theatrical hold ings in New York, announces that he will become active as produc- ing manager in the East His first offering will be new musical come dy. for which no title has yet been selected. The book and lyrics have been written by Frank Stammers, while the music has been supplied by Harold Orlob.
 Mime. Nellie Melba, the prima donna, has inherited quarter of million dollars from her father, David Mitchell, of Melbourne Australia.
 Charles H. Hoyt's celebrated "A Milk White Flag" farce which convulsed playgoers of a generation ago, is being converted into a musi- cal comedy by John E. Hazard and John L. Golden. Under the title of GO To It." 1t will be presented by Comstock and Gest at the Princess theatre.
 The elaboration of farces into musical comedies has proved popular in many cases. Several seasons ago F. Ziegfeld, Jr., presented musical version of Hoyt's farce. "A Trip to Chinatown" under the title of The
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
Interesting Items from Stageland

Winsome Widow" Very Good Ed die" is a musical version of Philip Bartholomae's farce, "Over Night" Ludwig Fuldas Our Wives' was transformed by Victor Herbert and Henry Blossom into The Only Girl" "Tonight's the Night" and Nobody Home" are other recent examples of farces which have been made into musical plays.
 Robert Edeson states that he will devote his entire time to play writ ing from now on, abandoning the acting profession. His Brothers Keeper" a play whose authorship was originally credited to a Robert Porter, but which was really written by MT Edeson, was presented by Rush and Andrews on Jan. IS. The principal role was played by the author in the first road try-out, but in the revival this part has been allotted to Charles Mackay.
 IN "MoVIE LAND"
 Thelma Salter and Frank Keenan arc to be costars in The Crab a Triangle Kay Bee production sched- uled for release last month.
 The Argyle Case" is the first picture to be filmed by Robert War wick and his own producing com pany. Ralph w. Ince was director.
 Based on the life of the immortal Joan of Arc, a motion picture pro- duction in ten parts entitled Joan the Woman" directed by Cecil B. De Mile, with Geraldine Farrar in the role of Joan, began an engage ment of indefinite length last month in the Forty-fourth Street theatre. New York.
 With a German director, Russian camera man, an English assistant d. rector and French property man. strict neutrality had to be observed in the executive ranks during the making of the Triangle-Fine Arts Civil war drama, The Little Tank" starring Dorothy Gish.
 The Lasky adaptation of Charles Dickens great masterpiece. "Oliver Twist" recently released on the Para mount program. has proven one of the greatest photoplay successes of the year. In it Miss Doro has scored a tremendous personal triumph and the photoplay Itself has been hailed as a master production.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05

obtain. as that stone should come to the earth when hurled into the air The ambition. the desire. the longing. the hunger. the struggle to- ward the aim, these are the forces of grayitation which bring to us the desired result-O. Swett Warden It's always dreary weather in coun-
 tryside or town,
 When you wake and find the corners
 of your mouth turned down. There's joy a-plenty in this world to
 fill lifes silver cup If you'll only keep the corners of
 your mouth turned up
 You will find the mere resolve not to be useless, and the honest desire to help other people will, in the quickest and most delicate way. i'm prove yourself.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05

he will be forced to give way to younger man. If he Is man of sublime faith, capable of supreme sacrifice. he will advise his son to follow in his steps for the glory of the cause If he is only a man of ordinary horse sense. he will ap- prentice the boy to d printer or a blacksmith. Exchange
The Alaska citizen., 1917-02-05
Timely Hints for the Housewife

Place the chicken in a hot chafing blespoonfuls of butter and a little cream. When partly cooked turn them over and place on the top of each a slice of ham. add another tablespoonful of butter and a little more cream. When this is partially cooked. turn them over again. still keeping the ham on top; add the remaining butter and cream with a generous seasoning of salt and pap rika. turn until well cooked. always keeping the ham on top When we'll done serve a piece of chicken and a piece of ham to each person. In crease the amount for any number of people Serve with sweet po- tatoes
 John Chinaman will tell you that you have never tasted really fine favored chicken until you have sea- soned it with ginseng. just bit of the expensive root is sufficient. giv- ing the meat a delightfully."- different taste.
 BEEF OLIVES.
 An appetizing dish to make from left over roast of beel is beef olives. Cut thin slices of roast beef and put aside; chop the trimmings and bits too small to serve, season with poultry dressing and crumbs, allow one tablespoonful of the dressing for each slice of beef; spread the slices with the mixture, tie up and put into a saucepan with little fat to brown: when we'll Drowned add little hot water and simmer until they are thoroughly heated through. Season with salt and pepper. make a brown sauce and pour over the rolls when ready to serve.
 RICE WITH APRIcoTS.
 Cook two tablespOonfuls of we'll washed rice in pint of milk. one inch of stick cinnamon. in double boiler. When the milk is absorbed add one cupful more, take out the cinnamon. add two tablespoonfuls of sugar. tablespoonful of gelatin which has been soaked in water. Stir in a half cupful of cream that has been whipped until thick and turn into a border mold Set away until firm, then turn out on plat ter and fill the center with canned apricots. Serve with the syrup of the apricots, boiled until thick.
 A thin slice of cheese placed on thin sliced buttered bread in the form of a sandwich and sauted in a little olive oil is good sandwich to serve hot with a salad.