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The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
CALIFORNIA BUSINESS MAN EXPECTS ALASKA TO
 BE RIVAL. OF ALPS

After touring Alassa this summer, Ralph Hamiin, one of Southern Cali fornia's leading business men, on his return to the States. declared that there IS no country in -he whole world to compare with the North for beau- tiful scenery. Ala ska. he says, is bound to outshine the Swiss Alps. the battlefields of Europe and every other tourist attraction.
 "As travelled with my flmily thru those frozen wonderands, over s1ac- that great country I could not help but think that there was secret which the world would want to know" said MT. Hamlin. .T could vi,ualize some day in the future when a road. would wind its way into the Northland passing through wonders that have been held from the world. And T could visualize thousands of motof csrs. carrying the worlds tourist trade. tlavcrsing that road.
 "Of course I appreciate the difii- entities of construction and maintafn- ing such road through Alaska. But man will find way and when he does-that road will do as much to open up Alaska as any other influence. Probably every person in Amsr,c, would like to visit Alaska because of the wonderful stories that have been told about 1t. The only drawback al present Is the absence of transporta- tion. A trip to the Interior means harislrips. When these things are eliminated and a man can ship his owp car to Aiaeka and then drive inland or-loolsing even further ahead--whcr he can drive the entire distance. AL aska is bound to outshine the Swiss Alps. the battlefields of FraYce and every other tourist attraction"
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
ALASKA WILL DEVELOP OIL ON AC0MmERCIAl
 BASIS SAYS BROOKS

that one mans information and opin- ion should mean so much to Alaska aS i. does in the case of the Secre- t-try of the Interior. because Alaska should be governed in the Territory by those who understand it." But ac- cepting conditions as they arc Dr. Brooks expressed his pleasure that the Secretary of the Interior had in dorsed the idea of the Alaska Devel- opment Board.
 Secretary Payne recognizes that the great need of Alaska is population, said Dr. Brooks, and he will do all in his power to encourage people tn come to the Territory.
 Dr. Brooks said that in his opinion Alaska will develop oil on cons mercill basis While it is said only drilling will demonstrate whether the Territory posse esses one or more great oil fields. the indications are that oil will he located in commercial quanti- ties in Alaska. It is his opinion that oil will be located in sufficient quan- titles te supply the local demand and for export, and that there is a stro,- 2 possibility tha. a great oil field will
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

Col. Alfred H. Brooks, who has had charge of the Geological survey work in Alaska since 1898 and who has spent twenty summers in the territory at meeting of the Juneau Commer- cial club the other day urged the peo pie of Alaska to think of Alaska in territorial terms rather than to local ize issues and problems.
 Dr. Brooks also declared that AL aska should be governed in Alaska. and approved the proposal to establish an Alaska Development Board to ad- minister the Federal resources within the Territory.
 Dr. Brooks said that when Secre- tary Payne took office his knowledge of Alaska was very meager but that his visit to the Territory has opened his eyes. He has. at least said Dr. Brooks, gained an accurate conception of the size of the Territory and now he realizes tha. it is a pioneer coun- try and must be helped. He declared that the new Secretary is q man who can and does act quickly when he ar rives at a conclusion.
 "It is unfortunate" said Dr. Brooks
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
TAXING OF FISHING
 CREWS UPHELD

san Francisco-The right of the Alaska territorial government to inn pose tax upon crews of ships visit ing. fishing waters was upheld by a decision of the circuit court here re- gently in the case of John Hedenskoy, q fisherman of the Alaska Packers Association. who sued to recover .he tax in his own name and that of a score of his shipmates.
 The decision disapproved of thc col- lection of the tax through employers. However. the court held the law to be constitutional and ordered a reversal of the district court decision.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

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The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

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The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

Nome observed the second anniver- which ended the World War, in fitting manner Thursday. Snowy. boisterous weather prevented any attempt at decorations or outdoor demonstration of any character but the inability to celebrate the occasion in the manner of more salubrous climes was fully made up for by splendid indoor exer- cises held in Arctic Brotherhood hall Thursday evening under the auspices of Thos Alfred Ross Jr, Post No 9 of the American Legion. \ general holiday was also observed throughou. lie offices closing in response to the holiday proclamation of Mayor Rice.
 Practically the entire city turned out to participate in the festivities provided by the American Legion. These took the form of an entertain ment and dance containing many in taresting program features and includ- eI luncheon repast of soNewha' unusual character ttat mH ic a decided Tit.
 The entertainment program com prised nine vocal, instrumental and speaking numbers. among the latter being n series of interesting remi- niscences of war service by Capt. Jack Townsend. formerly of he 151st Artillery, Rainbow Division. who saw much active service on the Franco Belgian front.
 The program was inaugurated with ehe song America. sung standing by 1he audience.
 Sgt. Harry c. Gabrfelson. com mander of Thos. Alfred Ross Jr. Post, then delivered brief address of well come, inviting everyone to enjoy them I selves in the fullest manner as guests of the American Legion.
 Following came numerous motion picture play showing the troubles of q young married man. left by his
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

be located.
 That .Ala ska has great quantities of high grade coal in both the Boring River and Matanus'ia fields. and ais" large areas of Ignite that will be use- ful for focal consumption in the Ne mana and other regions, also was stated
 Dr. BrNoks declared that the discov- cred placer gold fields of Alaska which could be worked at profit under the conditions that existed before var, contain as much gold as has been talk en from Alaska. He also said that there is no question Iut that Alaska contains great go'I bearing lodes that will be developed when transportation conditions are improved. and econom- ical mining cond,,ions established
 The copper situation. pr. Rrooke said, l. similar to tha: which sur rounds g i'd mining He said the in dications u,re that great field of colf- per await transportation and normal conditions.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

tion in Europe and provided a fin.
 in it's efforts to alleviate human sui
 fering
 At the conclusion of the film pic.
 ture. Mrs. Helen Lovegren. whose skill as pianis.e has long since wor 1 her the ultimate of local fame, mad. her debut as a singer of character
 songs and made quite decided hit | with the audience.
 MT. Frank Dufresnc. ex-servict man who was with the expeditionar, forces was next introduced and ac- duainted the audience wi.h the various bugle calls of the American Army. ex- planning the character of each call be- fore sounding it on a cornet. Mir. Dufresne also displayed excellent skill in q cornet solo in response to encore calls.
 the floor was turned over % the devo- tees of Terpsichore for the remainder of the evening.
 About the midnight hour. the Le- zion regaled it's guests with q lunch con composed of exccllently cooked beans, "hot dog. coffee and relishes. The feast was done full justice bv .host attending. Following the repast dancing continued until ? a. m. The hall was handsomely decorated with the flags of the allied nations and presented a pretty appearance.
 The entertainment was decided success from start to finish and -he members of the Thos. Alfred Ross Jr Post No. 9 are entitled to the fullest need of praise and congratula!ion for the splendid effort to provide appro- priate observance of the historical day which ended the greatest struggle in history.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
NOME CELEBRATES
 ARMISTlcE DAY

1 spouse to take care of the kiddies while she went shopping with severa female friends, who also consigned | their offsprings to the young husbands care
 The third number was vocal solo by Miss Marguerite Kaulum soprano whose splendid vocal talents are ia nfliar to majority here through former appearances. The young lady sang When the Boys Come Home" in effective manner and responded to an insistent encore demand by the audience.
 Sgt. Gs,brielson followed with d sentimental number in which his bary- tone was displayed q. its best, In response to the torrent of applause following his first effort, the singer gave a humorous song which proved decidedly pleasing to majority of the male sourdoughs present.
 Ralph Lomen. who officiated as an nouncer. then introduced Capt Town send as one of :he boys who was 'ov ,r shere." The captain proved q most pleasing entertainer. In opening his remarks, he announced that he did not intend to speak of the dark and grew some side of tho war: of the dead up- on the field. the roar of guns and the crash of bursting shells. Instead he preferred to keep away from all that and tell of the lighter side of the great struggle. He then launched into delightful train of "reminiscences of camp and field which kept the audience in roar of laughter.
 A the conclusion of Capt. Town sends remarks. Miss Weda Olson, contralto. entertained with two char acter songs in costume, ca ming well merited applause by both efforts.
 The succeeding number was a mo- tion picture depicting the splendid humanitarian activities of the Red Cross The film presented some vivid scenes of the work of the orSaniza-
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
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ONE DOLLAR AS OF OLD

The great big dollar that we
 ' prize has grown very small in [ ' size. That's how it seems when . people try, q dollars worth of : goods to buy. With butter nine . + ty cents a pound. and soon to : ' have a dollar sound, a, dollars | | getting little more than two bits | '* did in days of yore. But we have ! ' found a place to spend .his week. ! ' Il dollar and. depend. you're sure . . to get your dollars worth. the . . biggest dollars worth on earth. z . And as it pays to advertise, wed : : like to put you wise. A Red f
 ' Cross membership is sold, for | : just one dollar as of old. So if ' ' you haven't bough: yours yet, : : you'd better hurry up and get z : the little button and be true, to : . what will help both me and you. : < DOLLY l.. CAMERON. < : Wenatchee. Wash. :
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The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
BRITISH JOURNALISTS AmBuSHED NEAR
 DuBLIn-- ESCAPED

Dublin, Nov. 1S-Five British journalists who were touring Southern constabulary were ambushed today between Castle Island and Terracee.
 The policemen accompanying the newspaper1nen fired upon the attack ing party. killing two and woundine
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
SPOKANE PRIEST KILLED
 IN AUTO ACCIDENT

l.. McCowan a Catholic priest, was killed today when the automobile in which he was riding plunged over q 200 foot embankment on a local drive way.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
DRUG sMUGGLER
 APPREHENDED AT SEATTLE

Seattle. Nov. 13-Customs officers today arrested George PalTner, repre- sentative of a big exporting firm, for bringing in from China vast quantities of morphine secreted in the frame of bamboo steamer chair.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13
JUGO-iTALiAN TREATY SIGNED

santa Margherita. Italy, Nov .ss13- The treaty of peace between Italy and Jugo- -Slavia was signed today at Ra- polio.
The Nome nugget., 1920-11-13

others.
 Several of the attackers were cap- tured by the police, several of them wounded. The journalists luckily es- capped unscratched.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26
THREE

side, where the work of weeks past is very apparent. The power house side is indeed a very busy part of the great Wilson dam. The bright green garb or ST ring is on hillside and valley, while the air Is sweet with the odor of early spring flowers. Down by the river one sees and fNars the sounds of the great-world of indtNtry- y-skiiied and unskilled labor, all working together, both parts fitting into perfect whole.
 The waters of the Tennessee are slowly receding Slowly but surely the old river is bending it's sturdy old will to recog- nize the fact that it's waters srv ine harnessed and will soon have to do their part in the world of humanity For many a year they capered and played. or stormed and made the very ground trem- ble with the force of their wrath. But that day has forever gone, and short in comparison is the time until it will Ne hdrnessed. and found to be tanned into a most useful vehicle of commerce the year around. By the beginning of the coming week the fact that the old Ten nessee went on a wild run throughst.ie country will have been forgotten as far as the Wilson dam is concerned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26
BEFORE
 COMMERCE COMMISSION

washington, March 25.--(SpeciaL )-For- ney Johnston of Birmingham, in his ap- pearance before the interstate commerce commission, bent on determining the values it should use in determining rates. endeavored to show the intent of Con gress that the property investment ac- counts of the carriers be used as they stand for the purpose of fixing rates. Speaking for the National Association of Owners of Railroad Securities, the Bir- mingham man said
 T congratulate the commission and the transportation service of the country upon the broad extension of authority granted the commission by the transportation act and the entire absence of any division of responsibility in the exercise of it's duties.
 |, This hearing Is for the purpose of giv- ing effect to affirmation remedial legis- lation and to avoid consequences repud- ated by Congress. The battle of the Marne on the question of railway credit and government ownership has been fought and won, and the transportation act has been written around the necessity for greater revenue, for credit and inn mediate stability.
 The intensive survay resulting the present act began with the President $ message of December, 1915, in which the President urged thorough survey to ascertain whether the existing statutes and their administration were as service able as they might be in, aiding the rail- road to meet the difficulties. Following until superseded by war and federal con trol.
 Taking up this work, the committee of Congress produced and Congress adopted the transportation act based on the neccs- sity for increased and stabilized revenue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26
Campaign Money Spenders
 Will Haue To Be Careful
Since Conviction of Newberry Republicans Are Keeping Sharp Eye for Some Democrat as yictim-For- ney Johnston Appears Before Inter
 state Commerce Commission
By HIGH ". ROBERTS

a time of crisis such as perhaps never before faced this nation"
 Senator Borah of Idaho, one of the plainest spoken men in Congress, did not content himself with the entertain ment of an idea that the bandying of charges of prodigal expenditure would confine it's hurt to any particular candi- date. OA~the other hand. he saw indica- tions of a national scandal
 As result he delivered a sensational speech in the Senate in which he demand ed an investigation. He stated that the republican party, in the wake of a na- tioHal scandal based on the alleged at tempt of that party to buy votes and dele- gates and counties and states, could not hope to secure a national victory. 1 was his plea hat before the embryonic scandai of today became the real, tangible, dts- gusting scandal of tomorrow, each man against whom criticism is presented, or in whose meneuvers suspicion is centered whether he be a candidate for the Sem ate or for the presidency, whether he be democrat or republican, to "come clean. in statement to the public, and having done so, to conduct the remainder of the campaign within the bounds of decency
 There is every reason to believe the-e- fore, that this year which in the begin ming brought out harvest of very rich men with splendid promise to the gen tie" grafter, is destined to be one of the very leansst years The conviction Of Newberry has caused the would-be cerrupter, it is reported here, to move with wary step. For there is no ques- tion but that Washington has it's eye on every district in the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26

gate property accounts was employed throughout the formation and adoption of this measure as the basis Tor com parison and estimation. We do not care what 1t is called or how it Is arrived at. What we do say is that the public cannot be served or the credit of the carriers sustained if the commission adopts total less than that of the ag- gregate property accounts as the inJer- locutory valuation. pending final judicial determinations of the value of individual properties
 We respectfully insist that this aggre- gate should be accepted as the primary base without deductions or corrections. It would be manifestly unfair to the service and credit which this act is intended to sustain to deduct the so-called derects without making allowance for the surplus values known to exist.
 "The entire debate in Congress demon strated that it was recognized that the aggf egate investment accounts was the only available standard. Senator La- Fcllettes minority report asserted it. The opponents of the measure reasserted it and the common knowledge and contem- porary history of the Legislation m.-e it certain that Congress understood clear ly that a lower standard of aggregate val uation would not sustain the carriers in their credit or service.
 The act does not prohibit the conmis- sion from arriving at total equivalent to these accounts or from giving them a prima face validity not to be overcome until the defnitive valuations are complet- ed and approved by the courts.
 "Anything less would be destructive and irreparable Nothing less would tend to stabilize credit. Anything less would utterly defeat the purpose of Congress and the public interest in transportation which is more concerned in unlocking im- pediments than in the matter of reve- nue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26
NEWS NOTES FROM
 THE WILSON DAM

After persistent but unavai1ing efforts to beat down the barriers raised by man at this point the river has at last de- eiared q truce. and the waters are sul- ;ehly subsidlns. The crest of the flood asscd sunday, and the river will very probably faL to normal within the next few days. No serious da,aag, was done the work. the only real drawback to floods apparently. Is In the necessity of the suspension of work in the lower levels, such as coffer No. l. small portions of Jackson's Island. and the temporary construction bridge on the south side of the island, where the erection of the con crete piers for the permanent construc- tion bridge is going on.
 Work during the last period was limited tc coffer No. 8, Jackson's Island and the shore In the coffer the work Of ex-. cavation of the heel, toe and cut-off trenches is being pushed as rapidly as possible, and the construction of the ad- ditional piers to support the track tor the travelling cranes which will handle the concrete for the dam is nearing com pletion. Work on the crushing and mix ing plant is also progressing rapidly A force of electricians is at present engaSed in wiring the plant, and installing the generators and switchboard panels.
 
 by construction division No. I is oyer 191 00 cubic yards. The total permanent standard guage mileage to be put in op- eration by this division is 1S.5 miles. To date a total yof 1921 miles of track has been constructed. and the remainder will be completed in the near future. The first permanent track was laid on Febru- ary il of last year.
 1 The unloading dock at the Florence bridge is now comple,-v The carpenter 1 work of framing heavy timbers for the | sand and gravel bins Is so per cent com | pleted. and the work has been suspended until such time as gantry crane to | handle the heavy timbers can be se- cured.
 l The south side of the Wilson dam has not as yet quite recovered it's splendid normal working basis owing to the fact l that the river is still too high to go dn with certain sections of the work. These delays are but a part of an engineers Expectations, are prepared for, and when ever possible forestalled. But sometimes. as in this case. it is necessary for to have | just a brief delay that does no retard- ing of work to amount to anything at all
 Many tourists now visit the south
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26
HIGHEST PRICES
 FOR SEAL SKINS

Washington March 25.-(Special.)- retary of Commerce Alexander announced today that 9100 dressed. dyed sand ma chined fur seal skins from the take of 1918 on the Pribilof Islands, Ala.<ia, were sold at the public auction held in the International Fur Exchange, St. Louis, February 2. These skins commanded the highest prices ever paid, one lot bringing SIT a piece. Numerous other lots rld for over $170 each, the average being s14O.97 each, an advance of $4s.6S ,or about 55 per cent. over the previous sale held last September More than 600 buy CTS, representing 10 countries, attended the recent sale, which netted the United States $1, ,0s6,s ,s33 g.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-03-26

to restore credit, to provide facilities and service, and to avoid government owner ship.
 This being the unmistakabe pSS2ose. the commission has been given unlimited discretion and responsibility to carry it into effect
 The question of grouping is not fun damental, as the commission must scru- tinize the effect and application of it's rate adjustments so as~to approach the general objective expressed in the Sen ate bill that the ratio of return realized by the several carriers be capitalized as nearly as may be.
 'The question as to the temporary measure of valuation is vital and funda- mental. The only questions before the commission are. first, as to the purpose of Congress; and second, whether the commission has been given the power 70 ca Try that purpose into effect. Tt is our earnest contention that any standard of valuation less in the aggre- gate than the aggregate property invest ment accounts will be Inadequate = re- store credit, assure service and facilities or avoid government ownership. This would mean the defeat of the purposes of Congress and waste of the years or in- tensive public and legislative survey of the railway problem.
 Tt is inconceivable that the commis- sion would have any disposition to work this result. We therefore confine our discussion to the known purposes of Con gress as disclosed by contemporary his- tory and shown by the record and to the question whether the fulfillment of that purpose is clearly within the dscre- tior reposed in the commission within the four corners of the act.
 ''The degates in Congress demonstrate that the measure was intended to produce a substantial law in excess of the stand ard rental. Senator Cummins. in report ing the conference report, advised the Senate that the application of the 51h per cent provision would produce approxi- mately 50000,0O0 than the standard rental In short sum equivalent to the aggre-