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The Washington times., 1923-12-20

Wolcott Andrews, a student at
st. Marks School. Is passing the
holidays with his aunt, Mrs. Robert
HOLSTER Chapman.
The Washington times., 1923-12-20

The Rev. DIR. and Mrs. Robert
Johnston have issued invitations
Tor reception on New Year Day
from to o'clock at st. Johns
rectory.
The Washington times., 1923-12-20

Mrs. Charles NJ. Ffoulke will be
at home this afternoon after 4:3O
o'clock at her residence in Massa-
chusetts avenue.
The Washington times., 1923-12-20

James A. Drain, jr., son Of Col
and Mrs. Drain, has arrived from
the Massachusetts Institute OF
Technology and joined his parents
at Hheir apartment in Wardman
Park
The Washington times., 1923-12-20

Mrs. Harry Rapley entertained at
a box party yesterday afternoon
Miss Lelita Dawson and a few
of the seasons debutantes.
The Washington times., 1923-12-20

Rear Admiral and Mrs. Charles
Stockton will entertain informally
at dinner this evening.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
5O MEN NEEDED IN D|SMANTLINC
 MILL AT THANE
Work to Begin at Once Will Take Seven or Eight
 Months, Says Buyer.

It will require the employment of 90 men for seven or eight months to dismantle and prepare for shipment the Alaska Gastineau mill at Thane. according to A. B. Goldberg, Presi- dent and principal owner of the Northwest Steel and Metal Company of Seattle, who arrived on the Prin- cess Mary for the purpose of making arrangements for the prosecution of the work. The Northwest Steel and Metal Company purchased the mill ''as Is" from the owners. Ben Levine, who will have charge of the work of dismantling and preparation for shipment came north with MT. Gold berg, and will remain in Juneau. MT. Goldberg will try to complete his arrangements so that he may get away for the south on the Prin- cess Mary.
 There are 5000 tons of steel in the Thane mill which must be taken apart and shipped south The dis mantling and preparations for ship ment will be started at once and be plCSeCuttu ds Iupluly uS pOSSlDlt. All local labor is to be employed
 MT. Goldberg completed the pur- chase of the Thane mill recently at San Francisco, where he dealt di- rectly with Col. D. c. Jackling. He was accompanied on the trip by W. T. Tolch
 The Northwest Steel and Metal Company is one of the large con cerns of Seattle It handles all the metals, both new and used, whole sale.
 MT. Goldberg says the present will be great business year in the United States and particularly on the Pacific Coast Building opera tions are being prosecuted, he says, at higher speed and in greater vol ume than at any time within a de- cade, and the result is a great de- mand for lumber, shingles, steel and all building materials
 MT. Goldberg and MT. Levine are at the Gastineau Hotel.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
MILLER SAYS HARDING MAY
 COME NORTH
Skagway Customs Official De- clares President Wants
 to Come to Alaska.

That President Warren G. Harding is very much interested in Alaska and that he will certainly visit the Territory next summer if Congress is not in session, is the message that George G. Miller, Deputy Col lector of Customs. attached to the Skagway office, brings to the people Of Alaska directly from the President himself Miller has just returned from a visit to Washington, New York and his old home in Baltimore While in Washington he saw the President at the White House and at that time the President gave him the message he brings to Alaska.
 ''The President was very much in- terested in the Territory" said Mir. Miller, "and he asked many intelli- gent questions concerning the va rious towns in Alaska, the industries and the people, their attitude and manner of lfe'
 Mr. Miller says all indications in lhe East are that the present year will be characterized by good times.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
FISH PRICES
 HIGHEST EVER
 REACHED HERE
Halibut Brings l6 IA and l 2 Cents Per Pound at
 Local Markets.

The highest fish prices for hali- but in the history of Juneau have been paid by the local cold storage plants thds week, according 10 d statement made today by Wallis George of the Juneau Cold Storage plant Today the Sebastian-Sturat plant, sam Morris, proprietor, paid 16A and 12 cents and took d cargo of 26900 pounds Sunday last this plant paid 16A and 10 cents, taking 10,57S pounds of halibut. The fish was brought in port by the boats Dagny, Ocean. Margaret, Avona, U-24, Anna II. and Gypsy.
 The price paid this far during the week will probably drop within a short time, when halibut is taken to the Seattle market. from the fishing grounds in the southern district, Mir George said. Last week Ketchikan halibut buyers paid 1G1a and 9A cents per pound.
 The halibut taken by the Juneau Cold Storage plant was shipped to Seattle on the steamer Spokane and that taken by the Sebastian Sturat Company Will probably be shipped on the steamer Admiral Watson.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
CARLSON PLANT
 TO BE RE0PENED
Two Aux bay uanneries Will Operate Under Arrange
 ments Being Made.

That both of the canneries at Aux Bay will operate during the coming season is indicated by advices re eeived here today The old J. l.. Carlson plant will be operated by creditors of the Carlson estate, the Aux Bay Salmon Company, operating it's own cannery.
 The latter company was operated during the 1922 season, putting up a pack of 19,000 cases. The former did not operate. Tho herring plant, how eyer was operated. Whether or not it will also be operated this season is unknown.
 No details as to the management of tho J! l.. Carlson canncry have boon announced, nothing yot being known who will be in active charge of the operations.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
EMPIRE EDITOR RETURNS.

fisher of The Empire, returned home teddy on the Princess Mary from an visit with relatives in the States. Mrs. Troy will join him in Juneau within the next few weeks. She had intended returning with
 Mr. Troy. Eastern relatives whom she had not seen for many years came west and at her mothers re- quest she changed her plans. Mrs. Troy's health has been much im- proved as the result of recent sur gical operations for sinus troubles
 performed at San Francisco.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
REQUIEM MASS SAID
 FOR MRS. M'INTYRE

Requiem Mass was held for Mrs. Lauretta MoSorley Mcintyre, wife of Edward Mcintyre, who died here Monday morning. at the Catholic Church at 9 o'clock this morning. Father A. J. Roccati said Mass and the singing of the church choir gave a beauty to the solemn and i'm. pIcssiye service. The church was crowded with friends and many beautiful floral offerings were grouped about the easket.
 lnterment was in the Catholic Gem etery.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
MISS WALL RETURNS

Miss Mary Wahl, clerk in the of flee of the Bureau of Public Roads. returned to Juneau this morning on the steamer Princess Mary. Miss Wahl has been absent from Juneau several weeks on a vacation trip to the States. leaving here before Christmas. She visited with friends and relatives in Seattle, Portland. Vancouver and San Francisco.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
ESTE4ETH HERE

The boat Estebeth, Capt. J. V Davis, arrived here this afternoon early, from Skagway and way ports Passengers arriving here were: From Skagway-M. F. Preston. From Am. alga--Glenn Healas. From William Henry Bay-Charles w. Mason.
 The Estebeth will leave tomorrow night at II o'clock for Sitka and %ay ports
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Acquitted of Bribery
 Charges in Montana

HELENA. Mont, Jan. 31.-O. H. p Shelly, Montana member of the Re publican National Committee, was to- day found not guilty of accepting bribes in a second trial of charges involving the taking of money from breweries and drug stores while pro hibition enforcement official.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Man Is Under Arrest for
 Attempted Assassination

LONDON, Jan. 31-Described as being Walter Frank Tatam, aged 42 years. a horticulturist of Balsam, a man has been arrested charged with the attempt to assassinate Sir Will fam Horwood. Commissioner of Po- lice, last November.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
MoosEHEART PART TONIGHT

The Ladies of the Mooseheart will entertain with a card party tonight at Moose Hall. A delightful evening has been planned for the guests. Cards will be played from s until II o'clock, when prizes will be awarded for players holding the highest scores Supper will be served fol- lowing cards and general social time held
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED
 OF MRS. GERTRUDE H. SULZER

Announcement of the engagement of Mrs. Gertrude Harrison Sulzer. widow of the late Charles A. Sulzer, formerly Delegate in Congress from Alaska, to MT. Charles Walter Cor nell, IT,. were received in Juneau by friends of Mrs. Snlzer in the mail which arrived today. There was no announcement of the date Of the marriage.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
JOB FOR POlNOEXTER

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31.-lnquiry is to be made by the American gov ernment as to whether the appoint ment of United States Senator Miles Poindexter as United States repre- sentative to Peru will be acceptable to the government to that Republic
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Are Opposed to
 McNary Nomination

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31.-Two of the three members of the sub-eom- mlttee appointed to consider the con. firmation of James c. McNary, of New Mexico, to be Comptroller of the Currency. are understood to be in favor of rejection of the nomina- tion.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Viola Dana Undergoes
 Operation, Appendicitis

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31. - Viola Dana, movie actress, underwent an operation for appendicitis late yes terday afternoon and her condition noon.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
World Limitation of
 Narcotics Is Urged

WASHINGTON. Jan. 31.-Chair. man Porter of the House foreign affairs committee, today introduced resolution requesting President Hard ing to urge the worldwide limitation of the narcotics.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Reno Chamber Indorses
 Poindexter for Cabinet

RENO, New. Jan. 31.-The Cham Der of Commerce today indorsed United States Senator Miles Poindex ter, of Washington, for Secretary of the Interior.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
JEFFERSON HERE
 p. M. TOMORROW

Steamer Jefferson, Capt. Jock Liy- ingston, is due to arrive here at 1 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, accord. ing to advices received at the local office of the Alaska Steamship Com pany today The ship has 62 tons of freight for Juneau and nine tons for Douglas.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Federal Radio Control
 Bill Passed by House

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31.-The House this afternoon passed the Fed eral radio control bill vesting broad lowers in the Department of Com- mercc the regulation and supervision of all phases of wireless telegraph and telephone communication.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
GOVERNMENT SEEDS AT
 LOCAL POST OFFICE

Government seeds for the present year have been received at the local post office, for distribution among the residents of this vicinity. They may be obtained by application at the general delivery window at the post office, Postmaster Bradford said today
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
Member of Million Dollar
 Robber Gang Is Captured

TOLEDO, Ja.. c.. e-Nathan Otter beck, alias James Colson, the last member of the gang that robbed the post office of more than $1.000, ,a00 on February IT, 1921. is under ar rest at Davenport, Iowa, according togFederal officials.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31
AMERICA MUST
 TAKE LEAD IN
 WORLD AFFAIRS
Two Prominent Men Give Their Opinion Before Mer-
 chants Association.

NEW YORK, Jan. 31.-Julius H. Barnes, president of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, and A. c. Bedford, chairman of the Stand ard Oil Company. of New Jersey, told the Merchants Association today that America must come to the grips" on European economic prob lens and take the leading part in the affairs of the world
 Furniture moved and stored. Heavy hauling done. Phone AS. Ju- neau Transfer. adv.
 Headquarters for Ladysmith coal. Juneau Transfer Go. Phone 48. adv. 
 Old bundles of newf papers at the Empire. 25 cents.
The Alaska daily empire., 1923-01-31

Old papers for sale at Empire office.
Vashon Island news-record. [volume] (Vashon, Wash.) 1919-1954, 1923-12-07
Doing Business at
the Old Stand

The w. S. Mercantile Co. is still in the GEN.
ERAL MERCANTILE BUSINESS at Lsabeula car
rying full line of Groceries, Dry Goods, Hardware
and Feed and Grain at the lowest prices. We do
not offer you two cents for eggs to gain your
confidence, but give you the highest market prices
all of the time for your products. Check up the
stores in your district for full year and you will
find averaging up the year with any con,pe-
tition. We handle the BEST GOODS at the lowest
possible prices, and ready extend the proper
courtesies to warrant your patronage.
Our truck in the hands of Mr.. Clarence
Breitigam, is at your service for delivery
We want you to be friends, and assure
you that well make good if given trial.
Boost Vashon island by trading at home
Don't lose sight of the greater interests by starving
your merchants out and building up other interests
elsewhere. Don't be penny wise and pound fool
ish." TRADE AT HOME! Let us all pull together
and make community attractive by being
friends to each other, for Gin unity there is
strength"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
EXTREME IN DANCING IS BARRED BY MOOSE
General Director Davis To Write
 Personal Letters Of Moose

The masque ball given Wednesday night at the Moose hall under the auspices of the Birmingham lodge of Moose was a decided success from taxed the capacity of the hall was in attendance and many of the cos tunes were unique and original
 Extreme" dancing was barred and the best of order was maintained and everyone seemed to enjoy the occa- sion. pr. and Mrs. H. A. Elkourie led the grand march and at 10 o'clock much hilarity and good humor. The dance continued until the midnight hour.
 owing to the dance the regular meeting of the lodge last week was postponed until the coming Wednes- day night and according to Dr. El- kourie, dictator of the lodge, there are some matters of importance com ing up at this meeting, and all mem- bers are urged to be present.
 pr. Elkourie stated that James J. Davis, general dictator of the Loyal Order of Moose, will, in the near fu- ture, write personal letters to many Of the best citizens of Birmingham, in the effort to acquains them with the aims and purposes of the Moose order.
 It Is understood that the building committee of the lodge has selected a site for the proposed new home for the Moose and will make report to the next meeting, when the question will be passed upon.
 It Is almost certain that at the next national convention of the Moose, to be held the coming June in New York city, the selection of another Mooseheart site will be taken up. pr. Elkeurie stated that the Birmingham lodge will make a strong bid for the location of the next unit. An effort will be made to interest the citizens of Birming- ham in the matter, as 1t Is con- tended that such an institution would add greatly to Birmingham's pres tige.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
BLOCTON MASONS
 IN JOINT GATHERING
Many Notable Speakers Discuss Ma
 sorry At Get-Together Meet

At AtASNS
 The new Masonic temple at Blocton was the scene of an enthusiastic and interested gathering Tuesday when joint celebration or "get-together" meeting of several Masonic bodies of Blocton was held. Those participat- ing were Blocton lodge A. F. and A. NJ, Blocton chapter R. A. NJ, Blocton council R. and S. M, Blocton com mandery K. T. and Blocton chapter O. E. s.
 Every organization was represent ed by almost It's entire membership and there were a large number of visitors from the surrounding lodges. Among the speakers of the evening was Al Reese, the well informed sec retary of the Scottish Rite bodies who made one of the principal ad- dresses.
 MT. Reese stated that 1t was a most interesting and happy affair and cer- tainly accomplished the purpose for which 1t was designed, that of bring ing together the Masonic fraternity at that point. He stated that pre- vious to the opening of the program a bounteous chicken dinner. with all the trimmings n everything was served.
 The program started with a brief history of the several organizations outlined by the chairman of the meeting, who also gave the address of welcome. Musical numbers, read ings and songs by local talent in terspersed the program. Al Reese spoke on Masonic Principles" using the working tools as an illustration George H. Thigpen of Montgomery made an address on the Masonic home. Judge Sam Hobbs of Selma had for his subject Masonic Ideal" and Judge Fuller of Centerville spoke on Masonic Purposes" A number of short talks concluded the program.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
HIGHEST OFFICIAL IS H0N0RED BY 0. E. s.
Drills By Degree Teams a Feature Of PrOgram-Present Made

Mrs. Louisa Reed, grand worthy matron, Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star of Alabama, was signal ly honored by Birmingham chapter l1S, o. 10. S., on Wednesday night, the occasion being the official visit of Mrs. Reed
 The affair was held In the Scottish Rite auditorium. Mrs. Lois Mullin, worthy matron of Birmingham chap ter, presiding, with several chapters of the Birmingham district rep resented in large numbers. The ex- ercises were spectaclar and extremely beautiful. The presentation of the American flag to the station in the east, the introduction of the grand worthy matron and the other exer- cises were made in a number of in tricate and beautiful drills by the past officers of the chapter.
 A pleasant feature was the presen- solid silver set, and an elaborate silver carving set to Grand Worthy Patron H. Salter, as a token of ap- preciation of their services to the o. E. s. Mrs. Mamie Rives made the presentation address to Mrs. Reed in charming manner to which Mrs Reed made graceful response. MT. Gentry, worthy patron of Birmingham chapter. presented the carving set f. O MT. Salter with appropriate remarks which were ffttingly responded to the recipient.
 Led by the grand officers a line of march was formed to the dining room, where with lights dimmed and spooks fitting here and there the Halloween idea was carried out. Mrs. Bert Jack son garbed as a fortune teller, told the fortunes of the several grand of ficers in response to questions asked by Mrs. Charles Seaton which brought much merriment.
 Among the grand officers and vis- itors present were Mrs. Amy Carle grand Ada of the general grand chap ter; Mrs. Winnie Curry, associate grand worthy matron; D. c. Ball, as- sociate grand worthy patron Mrs. Kate Cowart of Calera, grand Esther Mrs. Seaton, grand marshall Mrs D, H. Dunlap, grand chaplain; Mrs. Elizabeth Salter grand secretary; Mrs. Mary Echols, past grand worthy rlatron; Mrs. Etta Smith, past grand worthy matron; Mrs. Nettie Dean past grand worthy matron Mrs. J. Mix, past grand worthy matron, and other notable members and visitors
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
ENSLEY ELkS OPEN WINTER DANCE SEASON
Large Crowd At Opening Affair On
 Halloween Night

The dance season of Ensley lodge, No. 9S7, Benevolent, Protective Or der cf Elks. opened Wednesday night with Halloween dance at the Elks' home, Avenue D. Ensley. The dance hall was decorated with appropriate colors, the music was furnished by special orchestra under the direc- tion of Prof. Harry Moran. There was a large crowd in attendance and the affair was enjoyed from start to finish. Refreshments were served.
 Exalted Ruler P. l.. Plemons stated that the dance committee had ar ranged for a series of dances to be given throughout the winter season, and that several special affairs would be included in the program. The dances are open to the Elks and their friends and are very popular with the dancing set. Good order, good music and pleasant surround ings are the features of these dances, stated Mr Plemons.
 Those desiring to be placed on the mailing list are requested to call Secretary Ed Warnick at the Elks' club, who will list them. Secretary Warnick announces another dance for next Friday night and after that date they will be held every two weeks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
ORDER IF KNIGHTS TEMPLAR ,|s GIVEN
Drill Corps Of WoodIaWn Commandery Present Pho-
 toplay And Concert

A class of two score or more candi- dates received the Templar orders at the special conclave of Woodlawn commandery, No. 31, Knights Temp lar, held Tuesday. october 30, at the Woodlawn Masonic Temple. The at- tendance was largo with the majority of the Sir Knights in attendance in full uniform. The work was unusual ly impressive and the general opinion of those in attendance was that 1t was the most successful conclave held in years.
 The commandery was called to or der at 1:30 o'clock by Eminent Com mander R. l.. Strong, and during the afternoon session the Red Cross and Knights of Malta orders were, con ferred. At o'clock an elaborate banquet was served at the Temple by the ladies of the Eastern Star At the night session, which convened at 7:30 o'clock, the Order of Knights Temple was conferred. The work in this degree was presented in full uni- form, with appropriate music and se- lections by the Woodlawn command cry quartet and was most impressive in its every detail.
 O Q Q
 Meeting A Success.
 At the close of the ceremonies, a social hour was enjoyed, enlivened by
 
 by prominent Templars and a number of fine selections by the quartet. The meeting was a success in every par ttcular and the officers of the Wood- lawn commandery and the several committees in charge were the re- cipients of many congratulations.
 Under the auspices of the drill corps of the Woodlawn commandery, high class first run photo-play, Daytime Wives" was presented at the big auditorium at the Masonic Temple, Birmingham, on Thursday Friday and Saturday nights. with a matinee Saturday. On Thursday night and Saturday matinee a concert by the band of the Alabama Boys h. dustrial school preceded the show ing of the picture, while on Friday and Saturday nights, fashion show, staged by 20 of the larger depart ment stores of Birmingham was the added attraction.
 The proceeds of the entertainment went to fund that is being raised to equip the drill corps for attendance at the next triennal Knights Temp lar conclave at Seattle, Wash, where 1t will enter the competitive drills. Woodlawn drill corps has the distinc- ton of being the first southern or ganization to enter the competive ganization to enter the competitive clave and made their initial debut at the last conclave held in New Orleans. where they made a very creditable showing.
 Capt. 8. A. Bliss, commanding of- ficer of the corps Is confident that his boys will be included in the prize winners at the Seattle conclave
The Birmingham age-herald., 1923-11-04
LEVELS FOR VETERANS
xefferrcu Valley Lodge KnightS U
 Pytbfns, Plan Open Meeting =,

sefferxcu Valley Lodge KntshtS or
 Pythias, Plan Open Meeting .r
 Jefferson Valley lodge No; so' Knfghts of Pythias. held an inter s.tine meeting Thursday night with
 number of important business matters were transacted and work in the rank of Knight was scheo- uleds a@ +hA arogram for the open meeting to pc Reid on tho night of November 2z' when % 10 members who have held con a- s,nnops membership in the order for s6 years will be presented with vet, eran Jewels, have about oompleteo ell the arrangements and an inter esting occasion Is promised.
 The meeting will be open to all the members of the Knights of Pythias, their families and friends. Refresh ments will be served.