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The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
FOOD PROMISED
 HUNGRY PEOPLE
 GERMAN NATION

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13-President Wilson today sent reassurng message the people of Germany proms ing them aid in the of furnishing food and relieving other conditions of distressing want
 SWISS MINISTER ACTS FOR GERMANS
 The reply to the message sent thru the Swiss min ister and direct to the message of Chancellor Eberts to the President requesting his intervention for mt gatng terms to the arisce the full enforcement of which would prevent the raising of the food blockade Fearful conditions said to exist in Germany thru the shortage of food and the may be looked for if the full of the armistce enforced
 IMMEDIATE STEPS TO BE TAKEN
 On the receipt of the Presidents message immediate steps will be taken for relief along the lines those made for Belgium The President has requested the that public order will be maintained in Ger many during the distribution of food and the relief work and that the equitable distribution of food be guara teed all peoples to be treated the regardless of rank
 EARLY SETTLEMENT NECESSARY
 The turning of war to peace has been such sudden transition that has bewidered all nations The planning of the problems for the future appear serious the problems of the past The German popuace is insisting that the conference be held immediately only the early settlement of the pact will the larger part of the people from starvation
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TO
 CAMPSREJECTED

WASHINGTON. Nov. 12.-The war department has stopped the accep tance of applicants to the officers training camps. owing to the near advent of peace.
 At the present time there are a hundred thousand men in training at the various camps turnout the Union and under the circumstances no oth CT camps will be established. The officials are planning on a restora. tion basis. contemplating the return of all men to the universities and their normal pursuits. Secretary Baker is undecided on the future army divisions that will be made up of those now in training or organ. ized. or in the process of organiza. tion. It is believed that those which are incompletely organized will be checked on the waiting list for flu. ture action.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
 HAS REPORTED
 ITS FINDINGS

SEATTLE. Nov. 12.-The federal commission. headed by B. o. McCor. mick, which has been spending some time in Alaska Investigating condi- tions on the Alaska railroad. re- turned here today from their work.
 In speaking of the development done on the road the chairman stated that excellent progress had been made on the construction of the rail. way and that a splendid future await ed Alaska when the road was com. pleted.
 The findings Of the commission will not be made public until after the report has been submitted to Secre- tary Lane. The party will leave for the east within the next few days.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
BUILDING PLAN
 TO BE CARRIED
 ON IN THE U. 5.

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 12.-In an interview today Charles Schwab gave the information that the declaration of peace will in no wise curtail the production of ships in the United States or affect the governments ship building program.
 It is the intention of the govern ment to build larger ships now for freighting purposes. The building of passenger vessels has been set for a later date. During the reconstruct. i've period which will follow the sign. ing of the peace pact millions of tons will be needed overseas to build up the countries devastated by war.
 The continuation of the building program will be the biggest factor in tiding over the working public during the period existing between war and peace.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TROY ENDORSED
 FOR COLLECTOR:
 SUCCEEDS PUCH

SEATTLE, Nov. 13.-Judge Wick ershan arrived in this city today from Alaska. = In an interview he stated that John Troy, of Juneau, had been endorsed by Governor Riggs and Delegate Sulzer for the position of collector of customs for the territory of Alaska, succeeding John F. Pugh, who was lost when the steamer Sophia sank. It is expected that owing to the strength of the endorse ments he will receive the appoint ment.
 CLAIMS THE ELECTION.
 In speaking of the results of the recent election MT. Wickersham makes the assertion that he has defeated Delegate Sulzer for the posi-. tion by about one hundred votes.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
AMERICA MUST MAKE FURTHER
 SELF DENIALS

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-From au. thentic sources the fact is learned that large part of Europe is facing a famine thru the depletion of the food supplies by the war.
 The situation will have to be met by the people of America, who will be called upon to make further sacri. fices in order to serve the famine stricken peoples of the nations who will suffer.
 Herbert Hoover made an address in this city yesterday and presented the above views and called upon all American people. in the cause of humanity, to conserve on food for the aiding of those who are less for. tunately situated.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
DUKE WILLIAM
 HAS ADVOCATED

BASEL, Nov. 13.-Grand Duke Will liam Ernst is reported to have abdi- cated his power over the Duchy of Saxe.Weimar. The action of the grand duke is precipitated, no doubt, by the disfavor in which all mem bers of the royal house is held.
 NEW REPUBLIC FORMED.
 BASEL. Nov. 13.-Shortly after the abdication of Grand Duke William was announced 1t was proclaimed that hte duchyof Wurtemberg-Hesse proclaimed itself republic. The ac- tion of the people in this province is meeting with strong support from other sections of the interior of Ger many, and 1t is probable that all of the provinces will proclaim themselves as states of German republic.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
CONSIDERING
 TIGHTENING OF
 PRESENT TAXES

WASHINGTON. Nov. 12.-To con slider the Tightening of the tax bur den congressional and treasury off. cials have held a conference con corning whether the taxes pending and the revenue bills can be light ened.
 Secretary McAdoo promised to make a quick survey of the plans of the government on this point and to advise the of1cials having that matter in hand as to what may be done.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
REGULATIONS ON
 FLOUR REMOVED

WASHINGTON, Nov 13-The regu- lations governing the use of flour hubstitutes have been withdrawn by the food administration. The or der requiring all householders and bakers to purchase twenty per cent of substitutes with each purchase of wheat flour is no longer effec- tive.
 The withdrawal is probably caus- ed by the termination of the war and the large supply on hand in the United States. Whether the ship ments' that will be necessary for the maintenance of the troops abroad and the supplying of the needy na- tions will have the effect of the or der being reinstated is not known at the present. That matter will re- main to the judgment of the food administrators.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
GRAND DISPLAY BY BRITISH WAR
 CRAFT IS HELD

LONDON, Nov. 13.-One of the most marvellous sights ever witnessed in Great Britain was observed Mon day night when the British grand fleet paraded on thirty.mile front off the Scottish coast.
 The sky was illuminated by the play of searchlights from the war ships in the line, bringing out the coast line with a clearness of day. light. The air was filled with fire works and all kinds of aerial displays.
 Turnout London the signing of the armistice was celebrated in a fash ion never before witnessed. Mobs of people crowded the streets of the city, cheering and yelling over the success of the allied arms.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
ALLIES START FUTURE PLANS
 OF SUSTENANCE

WASHINGTON, Nov 13-Plans for the future sustenance of all the al lied nations are in the inception. Measures are already being consider ed by the United Ststes, England, France and Italy for cooperation during the reconstruction period.
 It is possible that during the peace conference an international agricul- tural congress will be called. The general idea involves the assigning to each country specific considera- tion for the raising of the particular food supplies that the country is adapted to.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18

 BE CONSIDERED

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12-The plan which is being considered by the la bor, navy and war departments for the demobilization of the American army and navy will be presented to the President soon.
 It is thot that the demobilization will be made according to the ability of the men in relation to trades and occupations, those who are of the best use to the industries of the country will be discharged first. The many trades and industries of the country will rapidly absorb the men and all industries are asked to state the probable needs for their laboring force.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
NO REDUCTION
 IN NAVY WILL
 NOW BE MADE

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12-Secretary of the Navy Daniels has submitted his estimates of the requirements of the navy for the fiscal year, ending 1920. to congress. There is no prospect of the navy being reduced for some time to come, owing to the condi. tions across the waters.
 It is thought that America will need a large naval strength as it is ex- pected that this nation will take upon itself the policing of the seas and keep an unrelaxed vigilance un. til all of the enemy submarine and other war craft have surrendered themselves to the allies or else been disarmed.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
INFLUENZA BAN
 IS NOW RAISED

SEATTLE, Nov. 12.-The ban has been lifted on influenza in this city. For the first time in several weeks the public is feeling free from con tagion and are going around untram. meled with quarantine regulations.
 All of the churches, schools. amuse- ment places and business houses have opened their doors to the public. The use of gauge masks has been abandoned.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
ITALIAN ARMY
 CAPTURES WERE
 VERY NUMEROUS

ROME, Nov. 12.-The resume of the Italian offensive showed that the army of Italy had reached Brenner Pass in Tyrol and in short time would have commenced an invasion of Austria.
 The captures of the victorious Ital- fans include four hundred and twenty six thousand, seven hundred and seventy-four prisoners. included in which were ten thousand six hundred and fifty-eight officers. The number of guns was very large. six thousand eight hundred and fifteen of large calibre being taken.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
RICE MUFFiNe

Two cups rice flour. tablespoon sugar. teaspoons baking powder. l 1-2 cups milk. l tablespoon butter, pinch of salt.
 Mix well and bake in hot oven twenty-five to thirty minutes.
 cLoRIFIED HOE CAKES
 Two cups yellow cornmeal. tea. spoon salt. cups of buttermilk, 1-2 cup sour milk. l cup rye flour. 1 tablespoon sugar., teaspoon soda. cottage cheese. green pepper.
 Sift together cornmeal, rye flour. salt. and sugar into bowl. Pour three cups of buttermilk over these sifted ingredients and beat well. Dissolve one teaspoon of soda in one.half cup of sour milk and beat thoroughly into the batter. Spread on we'll greased hot griddle and fry until. little bubbles cover the sur face. Turn quickly. Have ready some cottage cheese seasoned with salt and pepper in which has been mixed chopped green peppers or pimientoes. Spread one-Quarter inch thick on top of hoe cakes. Cut hoe cake in quarters and serve on hot plates. Garnish with parsley or hard boiled eggs. This is wholesome and attractive dish for luncheon or Sun. day evening tea. This recipe makes four large hoe cakes.
 HoMiNY AND coRNMEAL oEMs
 Two tablespoons uncooked flake homisey. l tablespoonbutter or fat. l cup boiling milk. l scant cup corn meal. heaping teaspoon baking powder. 1-2 cup boiling water.
 1-2 teaspoon salt. 2 tablespoons su- gar. 2 well beaten eggs. Mix the flake salt, and butter with the boiling water and set over boiling teakettle or on back of stove until the water is all absorbed. Pour the cup of boiling milk over the scant cup of cornmeal. add the sugar and the hominy cooled and whisk in the two eggs well beaten and the baking powder. Bake in gem pans twenty minutes.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
DRAFT BOARDS
 RECEIVEORDER

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12--The draft boards turnout the country have been notified by the provost marshal gen. eral to withhold all questionnaires and to stop all work on the classi- flying of the registrants.
 Those who are affected by this order are the men who are under the age of nineteen and over thirty.six Registrants who are not in these classes who have received their ques. tionnaires will not be required to fill them under the new order.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
MILLIONS IN
 CREDIT BEEN
 GIVEN FRANCE

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-The gov. ernment of the United States has ex- tended credit to the French nation to the extent of $S0,O00.O for use during the period of reconstruction.
 The loan made to France empha. sises the policy of the American government to aid the allies flnan. cially till the need of such aid is over or until the peace pact Is signed.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
CASUALTIES OF
 AMERICA, WILL
 NOT BE HEAVY

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13.-The off, cials of the war department have es- timated that the total casualties of the American forces engaged in the war will not exceed one hundred thousand.
 The unofficial tabulation of all the casualties, including the date of Mo- vember 18th shows a total of 71,39O. This is considered to be a very low percentage when the number of men on the battle line and the active part the Americans engaged in during the heavy fighting is taken into consid- eration.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
CELEBRATING
 SAILORS RIOT

NEWPORT NEWS, Nov. 11.-Riot. ous scenes marked the peace celebra- tions here. Thousands of sailors and soldiers, who were participating in the celebration. wrecked several street cars, raided restaurants, built fires in the streets from wrecked wagons and committed many other depreda- tions. The rioting is charged to the high prices of food, many of those engaged in the riot trying to maintain their families on the wages received from the government.
 To Quell the disturbance two com panies of the National guard were called out. Thru their efforts only was order restored.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TERMS
 SAME TO ALL

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-Senator Miles Poindexter, of Washington, yes terday introduced resolution be. fore the senate providing that the United States should not enter into separate peace negotiations with Germany and other enemy countries.
 The resolution is presented with the view of making 1t impossible for the United States to accept any other terms but what are made by the allies.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
GREAT SHOWING
 OF AMERICA IN
 THE WORLD WAR

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11.-For the first time since the war began the officials at Washington have given out the figures of the fighting strength of the Nation, showing the vast resources of able bodied men at the command of the nation
 The statement given out shows that 3,764,677 comprised the fight. ing strength of the armies of the United States. Of the total number of men 2,2O0,000 had been sent to strengthn the armies of France Italy and Russia.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
RUMANIA'S ACT
 FOR PROTECTION AGAINST FORCE

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13.-It is re- ported that Rumania's declaration of war against Germany was made for the purpose of self-protection.
 At the present time the army under command of General Mackensen is occupying Rumanian soil, and it is for the purpose of disarming his forces and driving them out of the kingdom that the declaration was made.
 Mackensen and his forces have been expressing Rumania continu- ously since the Bucharest treaty was signed.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TO
 CONTROL ROADS

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12-Chairman Winthrop M. Daniels, of the inter- state commerce commission. predicts that the government will remain in control of the railroads or at least will permit of the private manage ment with government supervision, financing and the elimination of con- petitive waste.
 This action is based as the results of the handling of the roads by the governments during the war and is for the saving to the public of mil r.ons of dollars that they would have to pay, owing to the wasteful ex- pense under the competitive meth ods.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
 ON INDUSTRIES
 ARE MODIFIED

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-The war industries board has announced modi- fication of the restrictions placed on forty-two industries during the war
 Among those affected by the re- adjustment are those engaged in the manufacture of passenger automo- biles This has been limited to seven. ty-five per cent of the annual out put before the war instead of the limited production of the past. With the restrictions removed to this ex- tent 1t is believed that many more men will be put to work by the pro- ducing factories.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
WAR INSURANCE
 BEEN REDUCED

NEW YORK. Nov. 12.-A great re- duction Is marked in war risk insur- ance in all of the companies doing business in this city. One year ago the quotations stood at ten dollars per hundred; today the same rating is being offered for fifty cents. It is stated that the small charge is due to the hazard of the vessels striking floating mines during the voyage across the ocean.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TOURISTS WANT TO VISIT ALL
 BATTLEFIELDS

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13-Since the signing of the armistlce all of the European embassies here have been the continent for permission to visit the Jattlefields.
 Owing to the needs of all trans rortatiCn on the Atlantic and the slender food supply overseas the per nl.ssion was denied. Travel to these parts will be forbidden for s( 1ral months to come.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
ITALIANS TAKE
 OVER RAILWAYS

ROME, Nov. 13-The Italian au. thorities have taken over all of the Austrian railway lines in the terri tory ceded by Austria to Italy. This action is in accord with the terms of the armistice between the two countries.
 With the possession of the rail. roads the Italian authorities will have greater facilities for moving their police troops to quell the disturbances now going on in some parts of their new possessions.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
Timely Hints for the Housewife
LEAKED HoMlNY PUDDING

FLAkEo HOMlNY PUDDING
 One and one-fourth cups flaked hominy, eggs. l cup sweet milk, 1.3 cup white sugar, 21-2 cups boiling water. level tablespoon cornstarch, 1-2 cup water.
 One egg and two tablespoons of cornstarch may be used instead of two eggs and one tablespoon corn starch. The milk and water may be used in any desired proportion or all water used when two tablespoons of cOrnstarch are used. Stir the flaked hominy into the boiling water and cook until tender. Remove from fire and let cool slightly. Then stir into 1t the other ingredients mixed. Raj sins may be added or omitted. If gratings of nutmeg or ground cinna- mon are used sprinkle on top just before putting in oven. Bake in shallow pan until set or jellied. May be served warm or cold. cut in square pieces. (This is as talatable as the old'fashioned rice pudding and much more quickly made-saving fuel) MEAT SAVERS
 One cup ground nuts. cup cot tage cheese, l egg. teaspoon cara way seed, beat all together we'll Fry in little pats on hot griddle or bake in gem pans.
 VEGETARIAN SHoRTcAkE
 One cup freshly cooked peas. one cup boiled potatoes. one tablespoon of chopped parsley. one old-fashioned short cake. one cup diced boiled car. rots. one cup cream sauce. the tea spoon of onion juice.
 Put the vegetables, which may in- clude fresh mushrooms. into well seasoned cream sauce, and cook for five minutes, adding the parsley and onion juice. Have ready an old fashioned pancake of biscuit dough, split 1t and butter it, then spread the hot creamed vegetables between and on top. Dust with paprika and gar nish with sprays of parsley. In many parts of Europe cooked vegetables are combined with bread stuffs like this. It is more wholesome. that Is amore digestible combination than a bread with sour fruits.)
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
FOUR BILLION
 ANNUALLY FOR
 SEVERAL YEARS

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-Accord- ing to the estimates of the treasury experts it Is figured that the amount necessary to run the government each year will come to about four billion dollars and will continue at this rate for several years.
 The main source of revenue will be from taxation and it is believed that the bulk of the needed amount will come from income levies. The minor taxes, which are hard to ad- minister, will in all probability be abandoned for the time being.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
PRESIDENT IS
 INVITED TO BE
 AT PEACE TALK

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13.-An invi- tation has been extended to Presi- dent Wilson from high European sources to be present at the peace conference that will arrange terms to be granted the defeated powers.
 The Presidents cabinet is strenu- ously opposed to the suggestion, stat ing that the ocean voyage involves a useless risk and would accomplish nothing that could not be done by a delegation.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
TWO YEARS ON
 FOREIGN SOIL

CHICAGO, Nov. 12-Ex-President w. H. Taft in public address here today issued a warning to the peo- pie of the country not to expect the American soldiers return for at least another two years.
 In setting forth the statement Taft stated that upon the United States would fall the policing of the vast territory affected by the peace mak- ;ng epoch.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
J0FFRE MADE
 RECIPIENT OF
 HIGH HONORS

PARIS, Nov. 13.-Before the assem- bled armies of France and America General Joffre was today presented with a distinguished service medal from the President of the United States.
 General Pershing, upon whom had been delegated the presentation. made the following eulogy to the great Frenchman: This spmbol repre- sents our respect to your noble char acter and is in admiration of the great task you have accomplished"
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
WILL CONTINUE
 SEARCH'VC SOON

The search for the missing launch Flyer and the bodies of the unfor. tunate victims of the wreck will be continued in the near future. For some days Hawley Sterling has been experimenting with apparatus for throwing a light on the bottom of the river and has succeeded. The light will be of good strength, il. luminating the waters for many feet in all directions.
 Within the next few days MT. Sterling will proceed to the spot where the launch was last seen and from there a most minute search will be made of all the deep holes, and eddies along the river for many miles. The entire community hope that the search will be a successful one and that all of the bodies will be recovered.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
OFFICERS CAMP
 COUNTERMANDED

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12.-The war department has countermanded the orders issued for the establishment of an officers training camp at Camp Fremont, California. The buildings, had they been erected. would have accommodated twenty thousand stu dents.
 By the action of the war depart ment those who have an intimate knowledge of war affairs believe that 1t Is not the intention of the govern meut to send more troops overseas.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
MINNESOTA REMAiNe IN
 THE RANKS OF THE WGTo

ST. PAUL. Nov. 1.-The oflcial returns of the election indicate that Minnesota will remain wet by . few hundred votes. The election turnout the state on the prohibition Qdes- tion was close and nothing decisive was had until tho final count of the votes was received from all parts of the state. s,
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1918-11-18
PRODUCTION OF
 TIMBER CEASES

PORTLAND, Nov. 13.-Orders have been issued by the war department to stop all work in connection with planes.
 The order embraces all the north western states that have been re- Quisitioned by the government for that class of timber. The near ap- proach of peace is the reason for the order.