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The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03

quoted saving government ownership of railroads He contend, that this the solution of the problem for the that the government would make profit from its transportation charges it in control of the railroads, charging just enough 10 cover expenses of transportation Not only would this go long way toward the aboIishmcnt of the problem ol the high of living, in the opinion of Representative Sims but it would also have the effect of abishing harmony between the public wage and capitalists thus causing but small likelihood of strikes such a> have been experienced and as prevail.
 So strong the opinions of Representative Sims on
 this subject that he has introduced bill in the house cmboy ing provisions for the taking of all of the railroads the country by the government
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
TWO OFFICERS
 ARE PROMOTED

LONDON, Aug. 1.-P)-What are generally considered to be well mer- ited promotions were announced to- night by the British war office when it was stated that Generals Allenby and Sir Herbert Hummer had been elevated to the rank of field marshal. General Allenby is the former com mander of the British forces in Palestine who wrested that country from the Turks, and General Plum mer formerly commanded the British second army which so gallantly dis
 tinguished itself on the western front.
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
UNIVERSAL MILITARY TRAINING
 IS NOW PROBABILITY OF FUTURE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 2.-(H)-It is stated in official circles here tonight that the department bill providing for moderate system of universal military training the policy of the naor is shortly be laid before congress- None of the details will be given yet the contents of the bill will be allowed to become public property for some time It is believed however, that the bill will provide military training for youths verging manhood in the u turc but will take into consideration who beyond certain age Just when congress will act the known but is tot that nothing will be done with 1t until fall at the earliest
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03

eral doors east of Eagle hall.
 Even while a resident of Fairbanks MT. Bruce was far from being a well man having been unable to work a great deal of the time, altho at vari- ous times while here he worked on local newspapers.
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
STARTING OF FIRES

CHICAGO, Au9 2-( -(Ao)-Breakin@ out in half dozen spots almost simultaneously fire destroyed approximately six blocks of the foreign quarter this morning destroying nearly 100 homes and leaving about 5000 homccs The fires believed have been of nccndary origin and may have pos ,ibv been oi the of the rion& here. The police working this theory in effort to the perpetrators of the crime and in the meantime the o the burned section being guarded by troops
 NEGROES NOT YET WORKING
 CHICAGO, Aug 2- (P)-OWin& to the fact that it is feared that riotng would be resumed should they in with white workers, 15O00 negro employees of the tocarIs district have yet been permitted return york; It had been the intention allow them to work with the belief that all danger of further rioting but, with the starting of fresh trouble this morning in the shape of what is considered to have been fires of nccnday origin the authorities express the opinion that much be taken in order that repetition oI the race riotng may not take place.
 THE CAUSE OF TT ALI.
 CHICAGO, Aug. 2.-It is unauthoritativcIy stated in newspaper circles that the big riot started when negro attempted to go into the place the beach where crowds of white people bathing. One report is the effect that the negro killed in the fight which fol- lowed thus prccpitatng the riot but the police saying nothing if they have any record of such proceedings
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
SH0PMEN THINK
 T|EUP WILL BE
 STRIKE RESULT

CHICAGO, Ill.,. Aug. 2 QT9 That every railroad in the country will be affected by the striking of their sopmcu and other mechanics by tonight is the substance o nent issued this morning by strike leaders ill this city, They appear to be very Jubiant the results attained > the strike they say that before the history labor unions and strikes has labor risen with such proupcs aud they predict that this promptncs will have the effect gaining the end desired by the strikers higher wage
 Other reports made public here this morning roboratiyc ol the the strike leaders, They the effect that railway shopmen everywhere suppor ing the strike and that it promises to become nation uj. ucup ol numerous railroads.
 The strikers numbered from all branches of railroad labor, according to the reports, Car repair mechanics most among the strikers but inspectors mach- it's backsmths, metal workers and electricians also making altogether probable the strike will assume serious proportions unless the demands of the strikers granted
 More than 100000 men out in this city a1d approximately 3OOOO reported striking from the part of the United States The shopncm and me caic of the middle also joining the strike and k the hope of the leaders that the far will become affected
 STRIKING IN IOWA
 DIES MONIES, Iowa, Aug. 2-( (H9-Answcrug the call of the leaders their unions for nation wide strike for higher wages, approximately 700 employed in railroad shops here walked today. The walk out leaves scarcely wheel turning in the shops here and is expected have serious effect transportation.
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03

The Bruce family will be well re membered by old time Fairbanksans. For several years Mrs. Bruce was principal of the Fairbanks schools and continued in that capacity until the family went Outside about six years ago. During their residence here the Bruces occupied home on the north side of Fifth avenue seV-
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
CHICAGO FIRES BELIEVED TO BE RESULT OF RECENT RACE RLOTINC::
 SITUATION IS CLOSELY WATCHED

CHICAGO, Aug: 2-(T9- Believing that the fires of this morning an outcome of the rotn@ here
 the police o this city again tightening their vigilance after having allowed their hold the negro district to re- lax. The for this belief is the fact that all of the tcc phone wires leading into the burned district found to have been upon examination and the report that several automobiles loaded with negroes carrying torches and fire brands in the district just prior the time the
 fire, started There is yet confirmation of this be- lief but the police holding their theory by rcdoubm@ their watch in the districts where the rion& has been in pro- gross The military also patron@ the negro sections of the city and also that section which burned this morning.
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
MINER BRUCE
 PASSES AWAY
FORMER RESIDENT OF FAIR BANKS DIES IN SEATTLE
 WELL KNOWN HERE

SEATTLE, Aug. 2.-P)-Miner Bruce, an Alaskan miner, trader, newspaper man and sea captain, died in a sanitarium here today. His de mise was not unexpected as he had been known to be ailing for years. He is survived by his wife and daugh- ter Miss Helen
The daily Alaska citizen., 1919-08-03
-SL.NATE INNESTIGATING

WASHINGTON Aug. g. -(41-During the discussion the high of living problem in the senate today rcso uon adopted requesting the senate banking committee report whether not legislation tending to release large amount of currency circulation would have the effect of lowering the high price of iooIsufs The resolution sponsored by Representative Myers, democrat of Montana The banking committee has yet made its reply but is expected to dO,SO tomorrow.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
MINERS REJECT PROPOSAL OF PRESIDENT TO AVERT STRIKE
 WHICH NOW SEEMS INEVITABLE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24.-(F)- -The representatives of the miners unions today rejected all of President Will sons proposals for arbitration of the dispute that in wolves all the central coal fields The conference of the two scale committee thereupon adjourned thus ending the efforts to avert the proposed strike.
 It is generally admitted here by both miners and operators that general strike of all buminous miners ill the central field is probable and many prominent lead CTS both sides do not how it be prevented. There is talk the part of government officials of using force.
 Early this morning when it that a deadlock had been reached in the conference the attitude sumed by the miners toward Secretary Wilson's pro- posas for increased wages, leaving the hours of work untouched both sides appealed directly to President Will son to suggest some means of avoiding strike.
 In response to these appeals, the President from his sick bed formulated and forwarded three concrete gestons The first method he proposed settle the differences by direct negotiations the second method gested to leave the matter to arbitration commit tee, and third that the miners should remain at work keeping the mines ,.pen whatever method should be adopted The miners accepted the first suggestion but rejected the second and absolutely declined to consider posponement of the strike while any negotiations that may be entered upon in progress.
 This position renders the talk of negotiation futie The operators will not consent to reopen the matter such discussion It is highly probable that the strike will be called on November 1, originally planned by the United Mine Workers of America.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
FRENCH SCORES : SINN FEN FOR
 IRISH POLICIES
VISCOUNT FRENCH, NOTED ENG LISH LEADER, MAKES BITTER ATTACK ON SINN FEN WHOM HE SAYS ARE ABSOLUTELY INSANE.

LONDON, Oct. 23.- @ -Vicount French, commander of the British forces early in the war and at pres ent governor general of Ireland, to- day bitterly attacked the Sim Fein organization, which he said was be- traying the real interests of Ireland and the Irish people.
 He declared that the so-called Sim Fein government, or Irish republic, is insane and absolutely illegal. Its code is founded on violence, and he declared that it would not hesitate to stoop to any means of attaining it's end.
 The Sim Fein organization, he de- clared. is the harboring place of mur- derers and midnight assassins. It has instructed its members to murder government police and soldiers, he said.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
PREPARING FOR STATE CONTROL
 FOR RAILROADS
MINISTER GEDDES REPORTED PREPARING PLAN FOR PUT TING ALL BRITISH RAILROAD AND CANAL TRANSPORTATION UNDER STATE.

LONDON. Oct 23.-R)-A change in the British transportation system is now under consideration, accord ing to statement made by Minister of Transportation Geddes. who report ed to the house of commons that he was preparing a scheme for the state control of railroads and canals in England. He said that he hoped to have the plan fully developed within a short time and ready for submis- sion.
 The plan for state control is be- lieved to be the governments an- swer to the railway workers demands for naturalization. How 1t will be received by them is a matter of some question as most of the promi- lent labor leaders are lukewarm to mere control and desire the gov ernment to take extremely radical ateps in transportation matters.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
NVlIIA IAv1AU NA1
 TAKE STEPS TO
 BOOST TARIFFS
SYNDICATE WILL ASK INTER- STATE COMMERCE COMMIS- SION FOR AUTHORITY TO RAISE FREIGHT RATES WHEN ROADS ARE RETURNED.

WASHINGTON, D. C.. Oct. 23.-lR) That the first step taken by the railroad companies after the return Oi the roads to private ownership will be to raise the present freight rates is assured by statements made here tonight. Company officials ha, e already made known their intentions in the matter.
 Following conference between prominent company officials and Director General Hines here today. the former announced that immed- fate steps would be taken before the interstate commerce commission to obtain authority for such increased rates. MT. Hines has determined not to make a general readjustment Of rates as it is believed that the return will be effected before it could be accomplished.
 The director general, however, of fered to turn over to the companies all the information obtained by the administration. The offer was accept ed. The amount of increase was not indicated here today, but 20 percent raise on all existing tariffs has been talked of heretofore.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
MINERS REJECT
 PROPOSAL MADE BY GOVERNMENT
UNITED MINE WORKERS OF AMERICA FORMALLY REJECT OFFERS OF SETTLEMENT OF DIFFERENCES; DECLARE WILL STRIKE NEXT WEEK.

WASHINGTON, Oct. z5.-(H)- Formally rejecting all offers of set clement of differences, the United Mine Workers of America today with drew from the conference recently called for the purpose of averting a general strike in the central bitumin- ,ous field of the United States. Pres ident Lewis characterized the pro- posals presented at the conference as indefinite and inadequate" and said they failed completely to meet the situation.
 The unions, declared President Lewis, will stick to their original demands for a five-day working week and six-hour day together with wage increases, these increases according to previous statements amounting in some instances to sixty percent of the present scale.
 It is generally believed that the action of the miners representatives will end the efforts made by Secre- tary Wilson as head of the depart ment of labor to bring about arbi- tration. The proposal rejected by the miners offered increased wages but did not include the shorter week and hours demanded by the men. The operators agreed to the wage in- crease suggested by the secretary.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
SHIPS SUPPORT
 LIFTS ADVANCE
LETTS ADVANCING IN LIBAU RE- GION SUPPORTED BY ALLIED
 DESTROYERS.

LlBAU, Oct. 23.-R)-A consider able force of Lettish troops are ad- vancing against the bolsheviki posi- tons from Dunamunde and Bolderas. An allied squadron consisting of six J.itish and two French destroyers are supporting the advance as the Lett army moves along the coast.
 BOLS LOSE AGAIN
 LONDON, Oct. 23.-R)-Onicial re- ports received by the war office to- oay from General Denekine say that he has defeated the bolsheviki forces in the Kamyshen sector of south eastern Russia. In recent engage ments the general states that he captured 5000 bolsheviki soldiers. The enemy are said to be offering stubborn resistance which is being steadily overcome.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
TO
 REQUEST HOUSE
 10 RECONSIDER
VOTE AGAINST LLYOD GEORGE GOVERNMENT THURS DAY NOT REGARDED SERIOUS LY-BELIEVED THAT HOUSE WILL RECONSIDER.

LONDON. Oct. 24.-P)-The de- Ilat of the government of the house Of commons on the alien enemy bill mas not produced any disasterous re- suits as yet. The government still re- mains intact and 1t is hardly be- lived that the house intended the vote to be vote of lack of confidence in the premier and his ministry.
 The result is regarded as an as- sertion of the independence of the house as against the dictation of the ministry, to which it submitted under protest during the war. It is believed that the government will ask the house for a reconsideration of the vote next Monday. If it should again be defeated, it is impossible that new cabinet will have to be formed.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
.yIAlvY Ijlv, wv vl,
 BOL DESlkUYEkS
THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DROWN WHEN SHIPS ARE
 SUNK BY MINES.

STOCKHOLM, Oct, 23.-R)-An official Esthonian despatch received today says that 346 lives were lost Tuesday when two bolsheviki de- stroyers struck mines and went down with all on board. The destroyers were units in squadron that at lacked an allied fleet in the Gulf Of Finland, and struck mines which had been laid by themselves to pre- vent an attack by the allies.
 The despatch also reports fierce lighting in progress ill the region of PsKOv and OstrOv between EsthOn- Esthonians are reported to have cap tured $50 prisoners in this battle.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
IDUCAlivlV DILL
 NOW AGREED ON
SENATE COMMITTEE RECOM- MENDS VAST SUM FOR EDU-
 CATION OF FOREIGNERS.

WASHINGTON, D. C.. Oct. 23.-(R
 The senate committee today agreed on bill appropriating $12,500,O0 annaully for the purpose of assisting in the education of foreigners who come to the United States. The an- nual appropriation will be allotted among the several states. each state being required to contribute an amount equal to that provided by the federal government. The bill is strictly non-partisan and will prob ably be passed by an overwhelming vote when it comes up in the senate.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
PIERRE LENOIR
 NOTED TRAITOR
 SHOT TO DEATH
CO-WORKER OF BOLO PASHA MEETS DEATH AT HANDS OF FIRING SQUAD; CONVICTED OF BEING IN SERVICE OF GER MANY DURING WAR.

PARIS. Oct. 24-(R)-Pierre Lenoir, convicted several months ago of be- ing an active German agent during the war, was executed here today by firing squad. He was a co-worker with Bolo Pasha and was tried at the same time that the latter was. He. was connected with the German ophile newspaper Bonnet Rouge, and attempted to conduct a defeatist pro- gram during the war.
 Lenoir's execution was set for sev- eral weeks ago and just as he was about to be shot, before the com mand of fire was given, he asked for a suspension of the sentence. saying that he would reveal the en- tire conspiracy. He also asked to be confronted with former Premier Cail- laux.
 It is generally believed that as a result of his confessions Caillaux is to be brot to justice. The trial of the latter is set for January 14, on a charge of having attempted to bring about a premature and dishon- orable peace with the enemy.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
LUNLUlv D lvUII
 fUkElult SEC,Y
UNIONIST LEADER APPOINTED FOREIGN SECRETARY
 SUCCEEDS BALFOUR.

LONDON. Oct. 23.-R)-Premier Lloyd George today announced the appointment of the Earl of Curzon as minister of state for foreign affairs to succeed Lord Balfour. The appoint n.ent is effective at once.
 The new minister IS 60 years of age and has been connected with diplomatic affairs for years. He was ten years a member of the house and connected with the Indian govern ment as under-secretary of state for three years. in 1896 he was appointed vlceroy and governor of that country. lie retained the position until 1905 when he resigned on account of diff terences With Lord Kitchener.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
PREMIER LOSES IN COMMONS; ND
 CHANCE: LIKELY
LLYOD GEORGES GOVERNMENT DEFEATED IN COMMONS ON ALIEN ENEMY BILL-NOT BE- LEVIED THAT GOVERNMENT WILL RESIGN NOW.

LONDON, Oct. 23.-P)-Altho the government headed by Premier Lloyd George was defeated tonight in the house of commons, it is not generally believed that the government will resign, as would normally be the case. The case, in this respect, has few if any precidents.
 The defeat of the government came in the voting on the question of amending the alien enemy bill, the government losing by 72 votes. Home Secretary Shortt, who naa cnarge of the bill, may resign as result of the vote, but as it does not effect the general policy of the government, it is not thot likely that the entire cabinet will step down.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27

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The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
kAlLkvAU BlLL
 DELAYED UNTIL
 RATFY TREATY
COMMITTEE REPORTS BILL TO SENATE BUT NO CONSIDERA- TON EXPECTED UNTIL TREATY HAS BEEN FINALLY DISPOSED OF.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23.-R)-The senate interstate commerce commit tee this morning reported the rail road bill out of conference and rec ommends its passage. The bill pro vides for the return of all roads to their owners for operation under fed eral provision.
 No effort was made to discuss the measure and leaders in the senate do not expect any action to be taken on it until after the treaty has been finally disposed of. This means that it will be several weeks before it comes up for consideration and it's passage will probably take some lit tie time, as many of the provisions will be debated.
 TAKE NO CHANGES
 WASHINGTON, Oct. 23.-P)-It is apparently the purpose of the rail way workers to take no chances on the operation of the new railroad legislation, which includes a penalty for strikers, but will make an eff fort to force the government to grant their demands before the return of the roads to private owners. This intention was revealed in the testi- mony given by Timothy Shea before the railroad committee this morning.
 MT. Shea, who is president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Bremen, indicated that the employees will de- mand increased wages, time and a half for overtime, an eight hour day for all employees, and radical changes in working conditions. He said that the workers expect the government to put this program into effect be- fole it returns the roads to their owners.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
HALTS YUDENITCH ADVANCE; NO
 SIGN OF FALL OF SOVIET CITY

LONDON, Oct. 22.- (R From all sources, despatches received here today indicate that the bolshevik forces at Petrograd are making much stronger stand than had been anticipated by any one. It seems apparent that the advance movement of General Yudenitch's s forces has been hrot to dead standstill for the present at any rate.
 report from Helsingfors states that the soviet troops in at least one sector have taken the offen- sive but have been unable to dislodge the anti-bo shevikis from their positions.
 Yudenitch announces that he has captured Krasnaia Gorka, obtaining outlet to the Gulf of Finland. The battle continues to rage with ull- abated violence
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
TIME EXlENSIUly
 EXPIRES TO-DAY
TIME LIMIT FOR BULGARIANS TO SIGN PEACE TERMS EX-
 FIRES TODAY

PARIS. Oct. 23.-P)-Tomorrow is the day set for Bulgaria to reply tc the allied peace terms and make known her intention in the matter. It is hardly believed that the council will grant her any more time, as the limit nas already been extended ten days. There is apparently no doubt as to Bulgaria signing the treaty without protest, altho they have claimed to be shocked at the severity 0f the terms.
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
RICE SHORTAGE
 IN PHILIPPINES
NO MORE SHIPMENTS FROM THERE; GOVERNMENT TRY
 ING IMPORT 5000 TONS

MANILA, P. l., Oct. 23.-(P)-On account of serious rice shortage existing in these islands, the gov ernment has placed an embargo on all stocks and will not allow any rice shipments to be made until after the next crop is harvested. It is also trying to import 5000 tons for use by the people until the next harvest. In order that there may be no profit eering, the government has fixed the retail price on the cereal and is in control of its distribution. v
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
CAILLAUX TRIAL
 OPENS JANUARY
FORMER FRENCH PREMIER MUST ANSWER TO REASONABLE
 CRIME CHARGE.

PARIS. Oct. 23.-(F-January IA, 1920 has been set as the date when the high court will begin the hear ings in the trial of former Premier Caillaux who must answer to a charge of intriguing to cause a premature and dishonorable peace with Germany. Cailaux has pleaded not guilty, but the government has accumulated mass of evidence against the former cabinet head which is said to be very incriminat- ing.
 It is believed that Pierre Lenoir who. when he was about to be exc
The weekly Alaska citizen., 1919-10-27
CHOLERA KILLS
 2,500 KOREANS
DREAD DISEASE CLAIMING MANY VICTIMS IN KOREA-THOUS-
 ANDS ILL.

SEOUL, Korea, Oct. 24.-(P)-Of- ficial statements issued here today say that 2.500 Koreans are dead as a result of the reappearance of Asiatic cholera. The health authorities are using every means to stamp out the dread disease and hope to prevent it from assuming epidemic proportions. Thousands of people are said to have been already affected and the death list will probably mount much higher before it is checked.