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The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
MEN HELD FOR
 GRAND JURY

At the preliminary hearing in the commissioners court yesterday after noon Mike Bedon, charged with tim Der trespess, was bound over to the grand jury. In the companion case of Sam Aguzoff, charged with the same crime, the preliminary hearing was waived, and he was also held for the grand jury.
 The case grew out Of complaint filed by the local representatives of the general land office, and 1t is al legged that the men cut and trans ported from government land wood belonging to the government.
 Bail was fixed in each case at s250, which was furnished by both men.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
PEACE IS VERY IMPROBABLE
 AT THE PRESENT TIME
Associated PresS)

WASHINGTON, D. C., Jan. 12.- The attitude of President Wilson and the administration toward the replies received from the belligerent nations of Europe to the Presidents peace note, remains undecided. The situation is being discussed from all points of view It forms the prin- cipal topic of conversation at cabi- net meetings, and President Wilson and Secretary Lansing have already conferred in regard to the matter on several different occasions.
 The administration is facing the problem of how to reconcile the conflicting attitude of the Entente Allies and the Central Powers on the question of effecting a compro- mise on peace terms President Will son is determined to bring about ol PCetSS tSi hio, 'AiS c-h-J question which arises being how he is to do so.
 The Central Powers have already offered to discuss peace at con- ference between Teuton representa- tives and representative of the En tente. The Entente has declined the proffered German proposal, but, al- though declining to participate in conference, has made public the terms under which the nations com posing it will agree upon peace terms. In view of the latter fact, it is now believed that Germany will voluntarily publish the terms under which the Central Powers will
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15

make peace, and it is also stated that in all probability the neutral European powers may urge Germany to make the terms known under which she would accept peace.
 No official information concerning the attitude of Germany and her allies relative to the Entente answer to President Wilson's note, delivered yesterday, has been made public. It is generally conceded, however, that the nature of the Entente terms, to the effect that the Central Pow CTS make restitution to all of the nations engaged in the war on the side of the Entente, pay an indem- nifty and restore to their original owners certain districts in Europe and Asia taken from the Entente nations prior to the beginning of the present war, makes an early peace improbable. It is also stated that intimations to that effect have been unofficially received from Ger man sources, the terms set forth in the Entente note being entirely too stringent to suit the Germans.
 It Is understood here that, on ac- count of the notorious publicity given the Presidents peace note in regard to the matter of it's leaking to Wall street prior to the time that it was dispatched, Secretary Lansing will probab bly, veil the next step of the ad- ministration in the peace movement with the utmost secrecy. It is gen erally believed, however, that Presi- dent Wilson will not be long in ar irving at a decision as to whether he will or will not take further ac- tion in the matter.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
FORMER CITIZEN
 ON HIS WAY IN

Word was received in town yester- day that Max Smith, who worked for the Northern Commercial Co., as manager of the grocery department of their local store, is coming in over the trail from Chitina. MT Smith will not stop in Fairbanks long, as he is enroute to Tanana to relieve J. A. Donald, N. c. agent at that place, while the latter takes a short vacation trip to the Outside.
 MT. Smith has been working for the N C. Co. at various places since his departure from Fairbanks, first going to Nulato and later to Wise man, acting as agent at both places.
 Mayor R. R. Myers will leave town this morning for the States on a combined business and pleasure trip. He will take in Seattle, Port land and San Francisco while on the trip, and will join Mrs Myers at once of these cities. He could not state just when he would re- turn, but it is thought that he will come in over the trail some time in the early spring.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
l roop Withdrawal
 Is Decided Upon
(ASsociated PresS)

WASHINGTON. D. C., Jan. 12. President Wilson has definitely decided to withdraw from Mexico the force of American soldiers under General John J. Pershing now encamped in Mexican terri tory He has also decided to send the American ambassador, Henry Fletcher, to Mexico City within the next few days.
 This decision will be officially announced after a joint meeting of the Mexican-American commis- sion in New York on Monday The Mexican commissioners will endeavor to have the commission conferences resumed, as they are anxious to have the embargo on the shipment of arms and ammu ulllOu lo MtAlCO lIOll Llle C ulltu States lifted, as far as Carranza is concerned. They contend that the embargo is one of the prin- cipal reasons for Carranza's fail ure to completely crush the re- bellion in Mexico up to the pres ent time.
 The administration to date has not committed itself to any change in its embargo policy It is stated, however, that Presi- dent Wilson is convinced that there is a great improvement in Carranza's military situation in northern Mexico, and that, as consequence, he may order the embargo discontinued.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
DELEGATE VOTE AGAIN CHANGED
 BY kCSkOkWIAI

The official returns received from ha Kuskoawlm district yesterday give sulzer nine and Wickersham eight The former returns from this district gave SuIzer twelve anc Ninkersham six. This changes the total of the Fourth division from lee1 for SuIzar and 1679 for Wick ham 10 16SS for Sulzer and 1881 or Wicker-hau,. and makes 5ulzer's plurality In this division seven in stead of twelve.
 The latest figures obtainable from ,he other divisions are as follows: Irst division. practically complete -ulzcr 23S7 and Wickersham 1891; F.cond division, including the Utica ion was held there, Sulzer 1884, Wickersham 1873.
 These figures, combined with the Te.lncL which has not been off .iaIIy reported to the clerk of court, 1uf is thought to have been sent Iirect to Juneau. Sulzer GIT Wick rsham S99, Third division. complete ount with the exception of the Bris oI bay precincts. and there is some ioubt as to whether or not an cleo eyised figures ol the Fourth diyi sion. give a total of 6436 for Sulzer md 6fi7 for Wickersham. These returns are as near correct as can be obtained, and it is not thought hat there will be any further chang ss before the canyassing board makes he official count The board will probably start it's work in the near uture, and should complete it's la DOTS before the beginning of the lew congress on March 1.
 The figures show that Wicker sham is ahead in the country, in any event For, leaving out Utica, he precinct in the Second division where irregularities are reported to have occurred. Wickersham has 6434 n the territory, as against SulZers 5432.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
Mystery Battles
 Columbus office
Associated Press)

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 12.- A murder mystery very similar to the Philadelphia murder of Magic Colbert, the artists model, eventually uncovered by the po- lice officials of that city. when it was discovered that the girl had been killed by her sweet heart, Bernard Lewis, the scion of a wealthy Pittsburg family, over money matters, is now pug zling the police of this city It is the case of Mona Simon, a girl twenty-five years of age, who was found dead today in a room in local hotel, with her throat slaShed and a bullet in her head The girl is from a prominent family of West Virginia, but is well known by her past perform ances In police circles.
 In connection with the murder the police are now searching for a man who occupied the room under the name of George Van Brunt. This, however, is believed to be an assumed name, because it is known that the man had another girl scrape in a Kansas City family. While here he posed as being in the employ of large brokerage firm in Kansas City.
 The missing man left the ho- tel without paying his bill. No motive for the murder of the girl has been assigned
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
NEXT SAILINGS
 FROM CORONA

CORDOVA, Jan. 12.-There will be eight sailings from this port next month for Seattle The steamship Alameda will make three trips. She will leave on her first outgoing trip in the month on February l. Other sailings are as follows:
 February 4-Admiral Evans.
 February S-Mariposa.
 February 11-Farragut.
 February 15-Alameda.
 February 22-Mariposa
 February 23-Admiral Evans.
 February 28-Alameda.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
OI.DTIME,R OF JUNEAU DIES
 IN SEATTLE.
Associated PreSs>


 SEATTLE, Jan. 12.-Charles w. Wells, the pioneer of pioneers as far as Juneau, the capital of Alaska, is concerned, died here today. He went to Juneau in 1870 and was the first white man to erect a house on the place where that city now stands.
 Mr Wells came here from Alaska three years ago, after having made considerable money ill mining. He was also engaged in the promotion of mines since being a resident of this city. He was also greatly in terested in politics, having been one of the most influential Republican politicians of this city He leaves a widow and a good sized estate.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
GETS
 AN APPOINTMENT

J. G. K. (Bobby) Toussaint has received notice that he has been ap pointed land agent with authority to handle cases before the United States land office, MT. Toussaint is the first person in Fairbanks to receive such permission.
 Bobby held down a job in the local land office for some time, and is extremely well versed in the land laws and their application. At the time that he made application through the chief of the field divi- sion of Alaska, to the commissioner of the general land office, he was very highly recommended by the
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
LOUIS GOLDEN
 OPERATED ON

Louis Golden, the well known To- cal merchant, was recently operated on at the Providence hospital in Seattle and is reported as progress ing nicely. According to the mes sage, which was received by Mrs. Golden, he will soon be able to be out of the hospital.
 Mir Golden recently left here on an extended buying trip, and it is not thought that he will be seri- ously delayed in returning by the operation. He will probably return home in April.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
MORE POWDER IS DESTROYED
 IN BIG FIRE.
Associated Press)

HASKELL, N. J., Jan. 12.-As the result of an explosion occasiOned by a fire at the plant of the Dupont company near here today, 100000 pounds of powder was destroyed No cause for the fire has been ex- plained. No lives are known to have been lost, although two of the men employed in the plant are missing
 The explosion of the powder shat tered the houses in the immediate vicinity of the plant. It also shook 1nd broke windows for many miles around. The property loss as the result of the fire and explosion will reach millions, but no definite esti mate has as yet been made
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15

judge of the Fourth division as being very competent and able to handle an. case coming up in the land office
 MT Tou-salnt stutes that he in lends To open up an office in Fair. banks shortly. and will probably take d partner in with him. With the opening up of the railroad, and the .esult'HE applications for homesteads ,hereirom he expects business 10 be good
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15

Al the Masonic Temple last even ing officers for the ensuing year of Midnight Sun Chapter No. 6, Order os the Eastern Star, were installed Mrs. Mary Wood Hall, the retiring Worthy Matron. acted as installing officer. assisted by Miss May C. Petersen as installing marshal and Mrs. Mary r.. Chadwick. installing chaplain. Sidney Stewart presided 1t the organ throughout the install .aton ceremonies, which. negotiated accordance with the ritual of the order. were very beautiful
 The feature of the evening was he address delivered by Mrs. l.. R. Gillette to the retiring Worthy Ma iron and the retiring Worthy Patron. the name of the Chapter, in pre- 3entng them with testimonials of esteem. viz, a Past Matron's jewel 10 Mrs Hall and a Past Patrons ing to Mir. Caskey In part the ad- lress was as follows:
 This is the occasion. out of all he year, when it seems most fit ing to say a few words in recogni ion of the faithfulness of those of, Hcers who have served us in the past
 T must confess that I avail myself )f this privilege with more than or. linary willingness, because as you will agree l have most pleasing
 ubject The time at my disposal will not permit of a general encomi- m of all retiring officers, but what
 may say of our esteemed retiring Worthy Natron may be taken as ,ypical of all those to whom the ike credit is due.
 l say have a pleasing subject because the sweetness, the wisdom, the spirit of fairness which have characterized the conduct of our executive officer the past year must have been strongly impressed upon everyone who has sojourned within our gates.
 Sister Hall, as you know, is charter member of this Chapter, and has occupied the offices of Adah Associate Conductress, Conductress md Associate Matron before being 3leyated to the highest office in our gift. Consequently she brought eX- perience, as we'll as the genuine, 5isterly interest which is hers by nature, to the performance of the higher office. Hers has been an eXample to inspire all those who nay follow her at our post of honor, and one which will require earnest ness of thought and singleness of purpose to emulate.
 You know there is saying that some are born great and others have greatness thrust upon them but that saying cannot be applied to the kind of leadership required in this Order That kind of leadership comes from character alone, and whether the sub ject be brilliant or plodding, the elements of true womanliness, charl- tableness and firmness in the right will leave their impress not only upon the records of the Chapter but upon our hearts"
 Mrs. Gillette, then addressing her remarks directly to the retiring Wor thy Matron said:
 Past Worthy Matron, we realize that any material token would be an inadequate return for loving ser vice, but that you may be often reminded of our regard the mem bers of this Chapter ask you to ac- cept this jewel Even the gold which composes it is but dross compared oEAcE ic NEpv IMpRoRaRI
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
COAST BANKER Is BELIEVED TO
 BE. \ SUICIDE
Associated Press)

SEATTLE, Jan. l2.- Samuel Blum. of the banking firm of s. Blum X Co. of Cordova and Valdez, Alaska, either accidentally or premeditatedly fell rom the third story window of his headquarters office in the Pacific block here this evening, killing him self instantly The act was sensa- tional, in that it took place between 5:30 and o'clock, or during one of the hours when the streets are most crowded, and was witnessed by many people. Death was instan- taneous, as Blum struck on his head, crushing the skull The body struck the pavement within a few inches of where a woman was standing waiting for d street car.
 The matter of whether the death was premcditated or accidental is the problem being discussed in in- yestigating circles here tonight. The police hold to the theory that Blum was deliberate suicide, giving good reasons for their theory. On the other hand. friends and relatives ot he dead man contend that the death was entirely accidental
 In support of their contention, the police point out the fact that the window ledge from which Blum fell is three feet wide from the inside of the window to the Outside It IS also three feet from the floor of he room out of which Blum fell. They say that it would be next to impossible for man to fall out of such a window, for he would have to climb on a chair to get out of the window, and it would be very
 improbable that he could lose his balance on three foot window ledge A chair near the window was e ..id to have shoe nail marks on it, but Miss Laura Lawson, the stenogra- pher in the employ of the firm, says that she stood on the chair several days ago to fix an electric light, so that accounts for the shoe nail marks.
 Another possible reason for sui. eide, in the opinion of the police. Is financial trouble on the part of the deceased. They point out the fact that the mercantile holdings of his concern at Valdez have been burned twice within the past few months and once before that, making it en tirely probable that he was finau cially embarrassed This fact, how ever, has not yet been ascertained.
 The relatives of the deceased re fuse to believe in the suicide theory of the police They say that Blum undoubtedly accidentally fell from the window during one of the faint. ing spells which, they say, he has lately been subject to. They also state that he has always been in the best of spirits, despite the losses 0ccasioned the firm by the recent confIagratons at Valdez, pointing out the fact that he was particularly cheerful before leaving his home this morning for his office.
 Laura Lawson, the stenographer, was the only person in the office when the death took place. In fact. according to her statement, she did not know that her employer had gone until a visitor came in and asked to see him. She says that the last time she saw him was when he was standing by the window.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
EASTERN STAR HAS
 BIG INSTALLATION

to it's symbolic form. Its giving typifies our regard. its symbolism our hopes for your future. that you may daily garner the fruits of Fi- delty, Constancy. Light, Purity, Joy. Ferycncy, Hope. Immortality"
 Just here the address to the retir- ing Worthy Matron ended. and Mrs Hall arose to express her thanks 10 the members of the chapter. She responded in d most feeling man ncr. thanking all of the members for their cooperation in the work of the order since she has been in office l. was then that Mrs. Gillette addressed her remarks to the re tirng Worthy Patron. J. Harmon Caskey, continuing as follows:
 T did promise to say little some thing about the brothers, but my courage almost failed me, because what if | should happen to say something a little nicer about them than I did of the sisters, you might never allow ne to practice speech making here again.
 But seriously we must admit that the brother members have been con stant in their attendance and inter est, always ready to lend hand or out the spirit and purpose of the Order
 Especially must this be said of our retiring Worthy Patron. I know, partly through observation and partly from hearsay, which should be the best of evidence here among our selves, that our advisor was equally constant, courteous and helpful be fore being made Worthy Patron
 The post of Worthy Patron is an important one, typifying to us. if understand the relation alright, and representative of the great Order of which we are an offspring.
 Retiring Worthy Patron, you have done much to make that representa- tive capacity what it should be, and We wish to offer you a small token of appreciation in the form which I now present.
 Tn the round of your daily tasks the hands are an important factor, so this token of regard will be ever before you or beside you-rarely out or sight, we hope never out of mind"
 At the conclusion of the presenta- tion ceremonies refreshments were served. The entire list of officers in stalled last evening follows:
 Worthy Matron-Mrs Susan N. Macquarrie.
 Worthy Patron-Frank B. Hall.
 Associate Matron-Mrs. Florence Buckley.
 Conductress-Mr Anna E. St. George.
 Associate Conductress-Mi Pearl Petersen.
 Secretary-Mrs Anne P Caskey.
 Treasurer-Mrs. Jennie Johnson.
 Chaplain-Mrs. Fannie R. Sea.
 Warder-Mrs Natalie O'Brien.
 Organist-Mrs. Grace H. Savers.
 Marshal-Mrs Eliz. Wickersham.
 Sentinel-W. N. Rolston
 Star Points:
 Adah, Blue Point-Mrs. Minnie F. Gillette
 Ruth, Yellow Point-Mrs. Elizabeth Stewart.
 Esther, White Point-Mrs. Marga- ret Rolston.
 Martha, Green Point-Mrs. Blanche Lewis.
 Electa, Red Point-Mrs. Mary E. Chadwick
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
LEAVING TODAY.

At an early hour this morning H. Alaska Lumber Co.,, will get away for their logging camp on Salchaket slough, after having spent several days in town. They are taking a number of men with them to aug ment their logging crew. and will immediately resume the work of get ting out logs.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
VALDEZ MAN
 IS SUICIDE

VALDEZ, Jan. 12.-August Chis- holm, an oldtimer of this city and the surrounding country, committed suicide here today by cutting his throat with a razor No motive for the deed is known, as Chisholm is thought to have been in the best of health, and was in no financial difh- culty, as far as has been discovered.
 Deputy Marshal John Wood ar rived in town yesterday afternoon after a trip on official business to Panama and Hot Springs. He brought two prisoners with him.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
MAYOR RESIGNS; GEO. NJ. SMITH
 TAKES PLACE

At special meeting of the city council held last night at the city hall. Mayor k. R. Myers presented h.s resignation. to take effect i'm mediately owing to the fact that ha Is going Outside on importan. business and will probably not be able ta gr, back before his term of office expires. the council accepted .he resignation In doing so they expressed their regret that the mayor WAS leaving them. and thanked him for n.- assistance in their com mon labors
 The resignation Of the mayor was a~ follows
 Jan. F. 1917 To the Members ol the Common
 Council.
 Town of Fairbanks. Alaska Gentlemen:
 un account ot urgent business te qu.rns my attention on the ou,sid. personally | find it necessary to leave Fairbanks immediately As Ii Is very unlikely that shall be able -o return until my term of oaica has expired. believe it is best toE me to resign the office. This vii enable the council 10 declare th office vacant. and elect d successor to fill the office of mayor for the balance of the term from among the members of the council
 therefore hereby tender my resig nation as Mayor of the Town of Fairbanks. Alaska, expressing to you al the same time my regret at hay ing 10 take this course and my thanks and gratitude for your hearty cooperation as members of the coun- ell in conducting the affairs of the city.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
F. II. MACK,
 Acting Mayor,
JOHN J. BUCKLEY, Municipal Clerk.

Municipal Clerk.
 On d motion of one of the mem bers, Geo. NJ. Smith was then select ed to fill the uneXpired term of Mayor Myers. In a short talk made by Mr Smith, he thanked the coun- cil for their expression of confidence shown by their election of him, and expressed a desire for the continu- ance of the good fellowship and harmonious relations and work that has existed heretofore between the council and the mayor.
 In one respect the meeting made a unique record for itself and the town of Fairbanks. In space of time covering not over an hour and a half three different men were mayors of the city. First, Dr. R. R. Myers, the second, E. H. Mack, and the present occupant, G. M. Smith.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-01-15
Yours very truly,
 k K MYERS,

After the acceptance of the mayors resignation, Councilman E. H, Mack Was elected temporary mayor and took the chair The following reso- lurIon was then passed by the council:
 RESOLUTION
 declaring a vacancy in the office of Mayor of the Town of Fairbanks, and providing for the election of a Mayor for the uneIpired term.
 Whereas R. R. Myers has len ietcd his resignatio? Is Mayor Of >alt city in writing and the same has been accepted by the said Com mon Council,
 Be it resolved by the Common Council of the said Town of Fair banks that a vacancy does now exist in the said office of Mayor, and that said Common Council do now so de clare and that a successor to said office be elected by said Common Council to fill such vacancy for the unexpired term of said office.
 Passed by the Common Council and approved by me this 12th day of January, 1917.
 E. II. MACK,