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The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
FOOD COMMISSION IS
 UNDER CONSIDERATION
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WASHINGTON D. C., Apr. 1O.-I,ike bolt from
 clear sky the proposal of Secretary of Agriculture Houston form federal food commission, which shall be given the power fix food prices throughout the United States. Other duties of the proposed commission will be supervise marketing and the distribution of food during the It look after increased acreage i'll food crops and give liberal encouragement sheep raising 10 prevent shortage in wool
 The department of agriculture has been actively en- gagged campaign all the entire country urging the of increasing food production this year. The same subject being made the subject of special work in agri cultural schools in the different However the rec ornmendaton of Secretary Houston very much eced considered that the appeals of the depart ment would the situation.
 It brings very forciby that the government recog nzes that the food question of the serious that the United States is facing and emphasizes the warnings of the department strongly than could be done any other way It stated mofcaly that at present the visible food supply sufficient carry the nation over until the harvest of this years food crops The officials also greatly concerned the prospects of even shorter food crops this year than those of last not only of the necessity of supplying the wants of this country but also owing the added responsibility of having to provide for the needs of the entente allies.
 It is understood that the proposal of Secretary Houston has the approval of President Wilson, and that if it be- comes necessary do he will make fight for the for nation of such body in congress- However, there is not much opposition considered likely.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES
 ADDITIONAL ARMY PLANS
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WASHINGTON, D. C., Apr. lO-Pendng the deci- shall be used in recruiting the army that America must have within the next twelve months the depart nent announced tentative plans for securing trained off handle the forces, and changes enlistment regua ons of the regular army
 According the announcement, the department will immediately establish number of civilian training camps for officers throughout the country supplement the administration plans for army buldng A three months and vigorous training will be given those attending these camps, and the end of that time those who qualify will be given commissions. This system is designed es- pecaly for those who have had previous military train ing and who old to obtain second lieuenants mission in the officers corps.
 This idea is by one, 1t has beer successfully tried for the past two The original naugurated the suggestion of Ma or General Wood and the first camp Plattsburg, N Y. The plan worked well that the number of camps has been largely increased from time time and thousands of through out the States spend weeks each taking the training course
 It was also announced that the enlistment regulations had been altered that 1t is possible for men over irtfve years of age who desire do enlist in the regular army Heretofore the age limit has been from eighteen thryve It is thought that the suspension of this rule will add thousands the standing army.
 It is thought that the departments plan give trall ing in civilian camps to all who to try to qualify off of the corps will have the effect of causing large number to offer their services in this
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
WAR
 DECLARATION
 NOT YET MADE
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 WASHINGTON, D. C., Apr, lO.-Despite reports be ing circulated that Brazil has declared Germany the American government has know ledge ol such and there has been official announce made 0l 1t by the Brazilian government It is, however, believed that the declaration is only matter of hours
 The people of Brazil greatly stirred up over the sinking of the Parana, and President Gomez has issued which considered meaning that he will fol low the example by the United States in declaring the existence of state of war between the two countries.
 MEXICO AND CHILE REMAIN NEUTRAL
 WASHINGTON, D. G. Apr 1O.-De1inite adVices re ceived by the department that both Mexico and Chile will remain neutral and break off relations with Germany, least for the present. The decision of the Chilean government great surprise the admin sraon, former adviccs had indicated that public sen overwhelmingly ill favor of supporting the United States by declaration of on Germany
 The action of Mexico does not surprise the officials it known that Caranza did not favor breaking rcla ons with Germany. In fact the Mexican has yet responded the request of the state department for information concerning her disposition of the Zimmerman proposal for alliance with Germany tor the purpose ot making America,
 Indications point to Brazil, Guatemala and Peru fol- lowing the action of the United States very shortly The information received has cleared much uncertainty ing Latin Anercas attitude in regard backing up the United States However, what effect the action oi Chile in remaining neutral will have the smaller South and Central American countries cannot be foretod MeXcos is not thought to have much influence on these smaller nations.
 BREAK IS DECIDED UPON
 RIO DE JANEIRO, Apr. 11.-Q:3 80 A. M)-N a conference of the president and the cabinet council held tonight definitely determined to all relations between Germany and Brazil This decision reached after receiving the formal report the sinking of the Parana It is thought that the break will follow the the United States and declare that war is already exist ing between Brazil and Germany. Immediately following the cessation of relations, Brazil will communicate with the United States upon plan for mutual cooperation in wag inp war on Germany The formal declaration of if such course is taken will probably come today
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
PRESIDENT WILSON
 FOR CONSCRIPTION
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WASHINGTON, D. C., Apr 9.-It is officially stated tonight that President Wilson will accept any compro- mise which congress might wish make to the general stafs concrpon plan. The President today brought the weight of his personal influence bear in effort to come the opposition to this plan
 Chairman Dent, o the house committee on military affairs called into conference with the President and
 made clear him that the countrys safety was based army which only be secured by the draft system that the general staff Is urging be adopted The i'm practicabiy of raising million the volunteer sys tenn was brought According the plans, army of this size must be raised equipped and trained during the twelve months It is thought that only 5OOOOO will be drawn at time, Is thought that force of this size will the capacity of the military authorities to give in modern methods of warfare and provide with the proper supplies and equipment To attempt raise equip and train volunteer army, with its political officers would be than useless.
 Secretary Baker and the department military chiefs have been before the committee of military affairs all dur ing the day, and have gone into details concerning the plan and the estimates which their figures based Not wthstandng this there to be pronounced sentiment in the committee for compromise measure, as many of the members strongly opposed Conscrption It is thought, however, that the committee will recommend the adoption of the general stalfs plan.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
GENERAL MUNITIONS
 BOARD IS CREATED
{ Associated Press

WASHINGTON, D. C. Apr. 9.-In order facili- tate the manufacture and expedite the handling o mni tons of the national defense council tonight announced the creation ot general munitions board will be headed by Frank A. Scott munitions manufacturer of Cleveland Ohio and will number twenty members, of whom fifteen will be army and navy officers and five civilians
 One of the principal functions ol the board will be to decide between the Counys industrial and military needs and that labor is apporoncd them properly It will also be charged with keeping the army and navy supplied with all kinds of munitions of and equipment for both branches of the service
 Plans made prior the present crisis allotted this work the defense council but it has been found compl cated and entirely technical for the council handle properly and for this the separate board has been formed.
 The officers who have been chosen all experts munon standards, and have made long study of the manufacturing of len and chosen for their special knowledge of the subject The five civilians the board chosen from the largest shippers of nutritious and equip nent to the allies and are thoroughly familiar with the dons that will have be It will be the duty of ht board determine just what of munitions be shipped the allies and still leave enough properly supply the needs of the United States.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
WILL, ARRANGE
 FINANCES SOON
Associated Press)

WASHINGTON, D. c, Apr. 10.- According to an announcement made by officials tonight. both the Demo cratic and Republican members of the house ways and means commit tee heartily approve the administra- tions financial program, and Chair man Kitchin will report it favorably to the house tomorrow. It is ex pccted to be passed without any de lay. as there was no opposition to it in the committee rooms. and none is known of in the house quick passage is looked for in the senate also
 The financial program calls for sums aggregating $10,50O, 100000, the major portion of which is to be used for raising and equipping an army of 100000 men during the next twelve months. The money is to be raised by the flotaton of a bond issue and by new method of taxa tion. A large part of this enormous sum will become available for use within the next thirty days.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
TEN STEAMBOAT
 MEN ON STAGE.

Ten steamboat men, all officers of
 he steamers Panama and Reliance, arrived in Fairbanks yesterday after noon on the stage. They were Geo. Green, master, Thos. Hyde, chief en- gineer; J. A. Jensen, mate; R. B.. McCorkle, purser, all of the Reliance, and E. P. Bemis, purser; E. Stokes, chief engineer; Jules Oliver, pilot; William Hartnett, mate. and George Knapp, second engineer, all of the steamer Panama c. P. Hickok, agent of the American-Yukon Navigation company at Nenana. made the tenth of the party It is understood that Captain McCann, of the Panama, will arrive in Fairbanks from the Out side in the near future.
 Other passengers arriving in Fair banks on the stage yesterday after noon were l.. Remus and Louis Levy.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
UNIFORM SCHOOL
 MEASURE FOUGHT
Special to The Citizen)

JUNEAU Apr 9-In the lower house of the territorial legislature today, at both forenoon and after noon sessions, the uniform school law came in for heated discussion. Representative Daly opposed every section of the proposed measure, which is practically identical with that which was passed by the last legislature He states that the cid law is all that is necessary 10 keep the schools going. and that the new measure contains too many eXpendi- lures to be adopted
 Representative Daily introduced a new bill asking for changes to be made in the statutes regarding the manner of taking dcpositiOns of wit nesses in the territory. A petition was received from the residents of he Cache creek section asking that a road be built in that district. The memorial proposing changes in the method of canvassing election re turns was recommended for passage Dy the committee.
 In the senate the resolution en lorsing the President and pledginG Naska's support and loyalty was passed unanimously. Roman introduc- a bill providing for the establish nent of an insane asylum at An horage; also one amending the laws egarding the descent of real estate. faustad introduced a bill providing or election by direct vote of the people for committeeman, delegates lnd alternates to national conven tons Several bills were placed on the daily file and will be taken uI each day until disposed of
 The resolution pledging the alli- nee and support of Alaskans to the President in this international crisis was introduced in the house today and given a second reading. It will ass unanimously tomorrow.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
EXPLOSION OF SHRAPNEL WAS
 AN ACCIDENT
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CHESTER, Pa, Apr. 1O.-A disastrous explosion of a plant ammunition factory here this morning caused the death of between N and 25O employees and injured 800 according the first estimates The officials of the but there confirmation of these figures. So far no definite of the explosion has been assigned although thought possible that may be the work spies who seeking delay the work o the government in prepar ing for entry into war with Germany
 DEATH TOLL WILL REACH 15O.
 CHESTER, Pa, Apr. 1O--As a result of the destruc ton the intuition factory here this morning. 12 people already dead and the total will reach 5O least. In addition this number, l21 seriously injured, many them internally, and number OI them cannot possibly Most of the victims young girls and women
 The explosion took place in the shrapncl buIdng and in very few seconds afterwards the entire structure of seetflng flames The work OI rescue badly hndcrcd by the fire which put under control with great difficulty Many of the recovered bodies so badly Charred be unrecOgzabC and several of the injured persons badly burned The shock of the explosion terrific, shaking buildings all the city and breaking hundreds of windows.
 EXPLOSION ACCIDENTAL,
 CHESTER, Pa, Apr. 1O.-OHcials of the Eddystone Manufacturing company, portion of which destroyed by explosion this morning. announced tonight that they convinced that it not the work Ot pOtterS but an accident caused by careesness in leaving sapnc too close the radiators, the heat from which sufficient to explode it. Notwithstanding this opinon detectives investigating the and the will not be dropped until it has been sited clear through
 INVESTIGATION STARTED.
 WASHINGTON D. C., Apr. 1O-Governmcnt secret service men, learned tonight have been dispatched to Chester Pennsylvania ascertain, ii possible the son for the explosion the Eddy dystone intuition works there today They have been ordered make thorough investigation of the and to make report the in cdents surrounding the explosion quickly possible Tn governmental circles it is believed that the explosion the result of German influences, and not accidental
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
British Drive Is
 Making Progress
(ASeOciated Pressl

N-A''.'CNAtA'NNi | ! Sso2t
 LONDON, Apr. 10.-The Brit ish continued their big drive to- day, making gains around Arras and to the southeast of there. Many prisoners were taken in the fighting today, 11,O0O having been captured during the last two days. besides a large number of officers.
 The Canadians again played an important part in the days fight ing, covering themselves with as much glory as they won Mon- day, when they took several for tified towns and captured a large number of heavy siege guns and forcing the Germans to retreat from several miles of trenches, leaving their dead and wounded behind them,
 It Is the unanimous opinion of all the military experts here that the big spring drive is now on, and that already the Germans are placed strictly on the defensive. Tn fact, some of them claim that Hindenberg will have to with draw his lines still further or lose thousands of men trying to hold endangered positions.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
ARE
 ALL UNDER WAY
Associated PreSS)

WASHINGTON, D. C.. Apr. 10- President Wilson and the cabinet, re viewing the war activities and prep arations, tonight declared that they found that every possible step has already been put under way. The three most pressing needs, as they see it, is to equip the army and navy get munitions, and increase the food supply of the United States. The number of ocean carriers must be greatly enlarged if the country is to get supplies and men across to Eu-
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
HURLEY IS OUT
 OF LOCAL. BANK

Information received here recently is to the effect that c. J. Hurley, who, since it's inception, has been president of the American Bank of Alaska, has rendered his resignation, to take effect on May l. Whether or not MT Hurley contemplates re turning to Fairbanks Is not known. It is understood that no successor to MT. Hurley has yet been elected but A. Pruning, the cashier of the bank, Is said to be in line for the place.
 MT. Hurley's banking career in Fairbanks began when he became cashier of the First National bank when Sam Bonnifield was head of that institution, in 1908, Later, when
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
Brazil Expects to
 Declare War Soon
Associated Prcss)

RIO DE JANEIRO. Apr. g. The rupture between Germany and Brazil is looked for tomorrow morning at the latest The gov crnment is only awaiting the for nal report from Paris on the sinking of the Parana, after which the German diplomatic corps will be handed their pass ports. The break in relations will be followed immediately by the seizure of all German ships in Brazilian ports
 Excitement here is at white heat, and numerous anti-German demonstrations are occurring all over the country. The newspa- pers are as a unit in denOuncing the policy of the German gov ernment and demanding a decla ration of war A statement is sued tonight by President Gomez states that as soon as official confirmation of the sinking of the Parana is received he will take steps to vindicate the honor of the country and protect the lives and property of Brazilian citizens on the seas.
 No word has been received here relative to the German atti- tude in the matter
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16

rograd. It Is called the Netherlands Bank for Russian Trade, and has foundation capital of 5.000,000 rubles. It's founders include several leading Dutch banking institutions. headed by the Netherlands Trading Society.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
German Ships Are
 Being Put to Use
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WASHINGTON, D. C., Apr. 10. The navy department announc- ed tonight that government eX- perts will begin at once to make a thorough examination of all the disabled Austrian and Ger man vessels that have been seiz- ed by the American government The exact extent of the damages will be ascertained and an esti- mate formed as to the approXi- mate cost of putting them into condition and the time it will take.
 Every effort will be made to repair the ships. as their carry ing capacity will greatly facili- tate the movement of much need cd supplies to the allies. They can also be used in transporting troops across the Atlantic, as they will accommodate more pas seugers than the entire merchant fleet of the United States.
 It was also announced that Gen. eral Goethals will probably be put in charge of the plans of the shipping board for the construc- ton of 1000 wooden ships to take the place of possible sub- marine losses.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
British Starting
 Another Drive
Associated Press)

LONDON. Apr 9.-What Is ap- parently the commencement Of a big British drive was opened up today on a fifteen.mile front be- tween Lens and Arras. Under the protection of veritable walls of fire from the heavy guns. the British forces smashed the Ger man lines for big gains. The trenches of the Germans were literally blown to atoms. and de stroyed beyond all recognition
 The Canadians played the most important part in this assault, as they covered twelve of the fifteen miles of front, and they were successful in taking by storm several heavily fortified positions. They also captured $500 German prisoners. in addi- tion to a large number of machine guns and a considerable quantity of munitions at the fortified plac- es. So complete was the protec- tion given the advancing troops that the casualties were very slight. The Germans were taken completely by surprise, and of fered no very strong resistance Slight gains at other points on the western front were made by the British.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16

the Alaska bank and the Fairbanks Banking company merged. Mir Hurley became head of the First National. When the latter bank was sold to it's present owners. Mir. Hur- ley went Outside and secured capital to organize the American Bank.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16

rope. Sufficient money must be rais- ed to finance Americas own part in the war and to make liberal loans to the entente allies.
 Preparatory steps to all these ne cessities are being taken. and work on them is progressing satisfactorily. All departments are now awaiting some action on the part of congress before they can proceed further.
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16
DUTCH BANKS
 FOR PETROGRAD

AMSTERDAM, April 10.-The sec ond Dutch bank to be founded in Russia in the course of the past few months has started operations in Pet
The Alaska citizen., 1917-04-16

Pa, what's the difference between a patriot and a jingo?"
 "A patriot, my son. is one whose bosom swells with pride of his coun- try, while in a jingo the swelling appears in his head"
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11
ORDINANCE NO. 54.

An ordinance of the LOWE of Cor doya, Alaska, fixing the salaries of certain officers, repeating all ordin- ances and parts of ordinances in con flict herewith, and declaring an emer- gency,
 Be it ordained by the common coun- cil of the town of Cordoya, Alaska, as follows:
 Section l. That beginning with the appointment of the present encumbent to the office of chief of police, the salary of such officer is fixed at the sum of $15O per month.
 Section 2. That beginning with the appointment of the present encumbent to the office of city patrolman, the salary of such officer is fixed at $125 per month.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11
TRADE.
 BE REGULATED
 BY LONDON
(By Associated Press)

LONDON, Dec. 1.-Goyernment regulations in the leather trade have become so intricate that one of the leading manufacturers has the follow ing advertisement in the last issue or the British Shoe and Leather Record:
 Wanted: A super-man, to read through and duly fill in government forms. Must be capable of marshal ling figures, arriving at results, and working out decimals with microsco- pie exactness and lightning rapidity. Successful applicant must possess the patience of Job and the infalIibilty of a Pope, must be endowed with mir acuIous powers, capable of judging at sight with mathematical precision exact quantities, weights, qualities, sizes and value of thousands of boots in various stages of manufacture. He must have inexhaustible energy and capable of working A hours a day for weeks on end. Sleeping and meal time will be allowed him after the war"
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11
MYSTERIOUS AEROPLANE
 PROVES HALLUCINATICN

MISSOULA, Mont, Dec. 11.-Mon- tana residents who have been report ing a mysterious airplane flying about the country at night are wondering if they really did see a machine. or the victims of hallucination. Dr. F. c. Smith, professor of psychology at the University of Montana here. Is res ponsible for raising the doubts.
 If person really believes he sees a thing that doesn't exist he is the victim of a hallucination, J vas Dr. Smiths explanation of the "airplane scare "It is the power of sugges- ton, and it is brought on by the war and the martial thoughts that are up- permost in the minds of the American people"
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11
EDUCATIONAL LEADERS MEET
 FOR ANNUAL CONVENTION

BUFFALO, Wyo., Dec. 11.-Widely known educational leaders are being secured for the annual convention of the Wyoming State Teacher. associa- tion here soon. Miss May Hamilton. county superintendent of Natrona county is president of the association and promises an excellent program.
 Elaborate plans for entertainment of visitors are being made by the Buf falo teachers. It is hoped to have the Industrial Arts building completed by that time so the meeting can be held in its auditorium.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11

Your eyes fitted. Compound and astigmatic lenses replaced See Os- borne.
The Cordova daily times., 1917-12-11
NOTICE!

l have turned over my local fish business to the Northern Meat Market and they will take care of and fill all orders for Cordova and the Copper River valley.