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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1926-11-17
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The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
VOL. VI. NO 44
Fall and Doheny Ac- quilted of Conspiracy
 in Oil Leasing Case

WASH1NGTON-Former Secretary of Interior Fall and Thomas Doheny were acquitted today of the conspir acy charges which grew out of the Senate oil disclosprts.
 Nineteen hours aft r the case was placed in it's hand&,ytle jury in the criminal court here decided there had been no proof offcliminal conspiracy in the oil leasing, negotiations of 1921 and 1922, ,ewhich. resulted, in award of Government ,lesses5to the Doheny in- terestsstwhile Fall wasSSecretary of Interior and after Doheny had sent him S10Q,00O in a.little black satchel
 With that. case out of the way, the
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
APPROPRIATION:FOR IMPROVE
 MENT OF WRa MGFL NARROWS

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10. The the allocation- of~S20O,000 of present War Department '. today, announced available, appropriations for the inn proxement of Wrangell Narrows, Alaska, as. provided by the last rivers and .harbora, law. The existing pro- iect is sor a channel 200 feet wide and 21 feet in depth, at total cost of -S2,O00, ,0O0.. The new allotment is to carry OR work for the present fiscal year.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Charles Kimball, Plume Dredge Company superintendent, is a recent town arrival, for a few days visit. Mir. Kimball has been busy for several weeks giving attention to the removal of the companys dredge on Little creek from the Fothergill claim, where it wound up the seasons opera tions, to No. a above on Little. The removal of the dredge was completed several days ago to the point where it will be ready for operations dur ing the coming season.
 Billy Jones and Bob Roherson, who had the contract for the removal of the dredge, arrived here early Iii the week, following the completion ot their contract.
 MT. Kimball is scheduled to leave within the next few days for a visit to the Outside.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
DEATH OF MRS. WICKERSHAM,
 WIFE OF FORMER DELEGATE
! Fairbanks New sMiner.


 Mrs Wickersham. beloved wife of the Hen James Wickersham, former Delegate to Congress from Alaska and, now a4 Qracticing attorney in Ju- neau, Iiedsi. ne Virginia Mason hos pital in Sea tie Tuesday night. ac cording ito Il telegram received by At torney Charles r. Taylor Of this city from MT. Nickersham- "She did not suffer hut quietly fell asleep anG never awakened D it was stated in the telegram. She will be buried beside her sons iu Tacoma.
 Mrs. Wiekersham spent several years in Fairbanks while her hus- band was federal judge here, and alsc during the years that he represented the Territory in Washington They maintained a residence in Fairbank. until practice of law was resumed with offices in the Territorial capital She counted all who came to know her as her friends. and there are many IT Fairbanks who will deeply mourn her death
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
SENATOR LENROOT HITS PRO-
 POSED DTAX CUT PLAN

NEW YORK.-Senator Irvine |. Lenroot, of Wisconsin, has voiced his disapproval of the Coolidge admins tration tax reduction plan, declaring it to bea benefit, for the most part, of corporations and big business men, and not the people from whom the taxes were actually collected.
 Senator Lenroot, while speaking at a dinner of New York credit men, proposed that, instead of giving credit on this years taxes, payable next year, that Congress make a one year reduction, to become effective in 1928, to absorb the treasury srplus.
 He said there was no controversy over the proposition that most of the taxes were passed on by business concerns to the people as a whole in the prices charged for the things peo- pie buy to eat, wear and use.
 He concluded by stating: "To grant refunds to those people who paid taxes or to give credit to those who pay next March will not give re- lief to the people entitled to it. It is unjust to permit corporations to keep part of the taxes that they collected from the people"
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
MINES OF ki4ASKA PRO-
 DUCED s3a. 221 ,692 WORTH
 or ERALS, YEAR 1925

WASHING I0N.-Mines h Alaska produced $Ie. 20, ,692 worth of min erals it 192-, as against ST, ,457,333 worth in 1921, according to an an nouncement made at the Interior De- partnent today through the Geolog- ieal Survey. The total value of the mineral output of the Territory since 1880 is S553, ,304, ,958.
 In spite of the gradual exhaustion of the richer gold placer deposits, the gold output in -925 was greater than in 1924, just as the output of 1924 was greater than that of 1923, accord ing to the figures of the Geological Survey. Placer mines produced less gold in 1925 than in 1924, but this decrease was more than made up by the increased production of the gold lodes, which now yield almost as, much as the placers.
 The production of placer gold from the vicinity of Fairbanks and from Seward Peninsula was reduced to some extent as q result of negotia- tions and preparations for more act i've future won by some of the prin- cipal operators. Extensive prepara- tions for future mining is being made at Fairbanks and will not be completed for at least two years. AS result of economies and improve ments in mining in these two regions, It seems probable tdaE .tae produc- tion of placer gold. wiu hs stabilized if not increased It IS of interest to note that the production from dredges in 1925 was greater than in 1924.
 Increase in the value of the min eral output of Alaska in 1925, as in 1924, resulted largely from the in creas ein the value of copper, and took place in spite of the fact that less copper was produced in 1925 than in 1924.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
COOLIDGE REVEALS PROSPER
 GUS CONDITION OF TREASURY

WASHINGTON, Dec. 7.-The bud get for the next fiscal year, calling for appropriations of S4,614,571,134, or $16,543,7 ,726 more than is allotted for the current year, was submitted to Congress today by Coolidge. The President revealed an almost unprece- dented prosperous condition of the Treasury in his message.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Among arrivals a few days sine from the workings of the New York Alaska Dredging Company on Bea creek, Lower Kuskokwim, were Owe Gray and wife and Andrew Hollun Grover Andre and Roy Crutchlow. NJ Hollum Is headed for San Francisco Mir. Andre for Seattle, and NJ Crutchlow for Oakland Mrs. Ora remained at McGrath.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

RALEIGH, N. C.-The verdict in the Fall and Doheny conspiracy case was described today by Josephus Dan iels, former Secretary of the Navy, as the worst thing that has happened to a free people since the days of Runny- mede; that would have to say on the Fall and Doheny verdict. Not guilty" would have to be printed on asbestos, as it would burn any ordinary news paper
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
TONY PERCH ACQUITTED OF
 MURDER OF ADOLPH SMITH

Tony Perich, of Kanatak, who was charged with the murder of Adolph Smith, at. Smiths roadhousen ten miles north of Kanatak, on the morn ing of May 23, was acquitted on the grounds of lf-defense when tried before the district court at Valdez The jury remained out 24 hours before reaching the verdict.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
Death of Mrs. J. H. Me
 Lean, Takotna Pioneer

This community was inexpressibly shocked last Monday by news from Fairbanks that Mrs. J. II. Mclean, who had gone to that place about five weeks ago for an operation, was be- yond all hopes of recovery.
 Captainn J. H. Mclean immediately began making preparations to hasten to his wife's bedside. A dog team harnessed, was in waiting when wires from T. F. Aitken and Lynn Smith, old friends of the family, advised him that Mrs. Mclean had passed peace fully away at 1 :45 D. m. Wednesday,, December 15.
 Mrs. Nc 7an was taken suddenly i'll the 1st f a5vember. Friends here did everything possible, while Mrs, Frank Joaquin was hurriedly sum moned from Canes creek. It was at once seen that the illness was serious, and an airplane was summoned to take her to the hospital at Fairbanks.
 After several days delay, caused by weather conditions, one of the Ben nett planes conveyed her to Fairbanks, where where she was placed in hos pital under the care of Dr. Romig. She seemed to improve, and hopes were entertained for her ultimate re- covery, but an operation revealed m incurable condition
 Mrs. Mclean had seemed as we'll as usual until her sudden illness, but the disease, which was an insidious one, had evidently made such inroads as to be past all help.
 Mrs. Mclean was 54 years of age, was born in Dumfries, Scotland, and went to Dawson in 1898, going in over the Dyea trail. She spent some years in Dawson, and later came to Fair banks. She was married to Captain Mclean at Dawson 24 years ago. After spending some years at various points on the Yukon they came to this locality about fifteen years ago, where they had been engaged in business ever since.
 Mrs Mclean was well known for her kindheartedness, always being among the first to offer to offer help in time of need. During the late war she was especially active in Red Cross work, having had, charge of most of those activities in this region.
 Besides her husband, Mrs. Mclean leaves. an adopted daughter, little Mary, aged g years, who will sorely miss the mother she had known for but four short years.
 1t is in vain that we strive to pierce the gloom which closes about our friends and loved ones as they pass into the Great Beyond, but those who lnew Jean Mclean fully believe that
 st as she faced the trias and difn
 l!ties of an Alaskan pioneers lift 4st so fearlessiy did she enter upo. nat last long tral, the end of whic at best vivid hope.
 May the peace that passeth all UT
 rstanding be WtA her and hers.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
The Larsen House " i'll he |

The Larsen House N ill. he the scene of Takotna's coming Christmas festivities, slated for Christmas night December 26. Included in the eyents will be the usual Christnas program of the Takotna school, always thor oughly enjoyed by all, and this year. program, 1t is asserted, will he an ex ceptionaIy good one. Then will conn the grand ball the arrNalrof Sant; Claus, who will distribute many pres ents from a bountiful Christmas tree big lunch, and other features. Man from McGrath and Ophir have signi fled their intention of being in attend ance.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
WILBUR REFuSED

WAsHi.saI0N, Dee. IO.-Secre- dry of Navy Wilbur refused today to
 iscIoae t5 the jury in the Fall-Do- 3eny oii sf.al what secret informa yion regarding a war scare in the Pacific may have come to the Navy Department before 1t approved the Pearl H8abor, Hawaii, nil storage project, in 1921.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
NEEDS FAIR
 TREATMENT
And Alaska Will Add to World Prosperity, ,
 Says Sutherland.

BALTIMORE, Dec. 8.-"Tt AIasks and Alaskans are decenty dealt with by tnos. in power at Washington Americans somes day .wii people the Territory and make 1t a valUable con. tribution to the worlds prosperity and progress" Dam Sutherland, Dele gate frorl Alaska, predicted heFe te- day
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
ORMISTON ARRESTED AND
 ON WAY TO LOS ANGELES

HARRISBURG. Pa, Dee. 9-Ken- meth 0rmiston, missing radio opcr- ator wanted in connection witt the Aimee Semple McPhersoia Kidnapping case at Los Angeles, left here this morning for Chicago m company with Charles Ellwood ana Harry nonnelley. Chicago detectives.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
VICE PRESIDENT DAWES
 DRAWS NOBEL PEACE PRIZE

OSLO, Norway, Dec 10,-Nobel peace prizes for 1926 have been awarded to Charles c. Dawes, vice president of the United States, and Sir Austin Chamberlain, British Sec retary for Foreign Affairs. This an- nouncement was made today at a meeting of the Nobel Institute by Professor Stang.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Richard c. Button, former head ot the Miners and Merchants Bank of Iditarod, Alaska, passed away in Se- attle few weeks ago. MT. Button went to Nome in 1904, at the age of IT, and came to Iditarod in 1911. He ymoved to Seattle from Iditarod in 1922.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
SALMON CANNERIEs WRECKED.

CORONA, Dec. 9.-The salmon canneries near Unga were wrecked by high winds and high tide, due to se- were storms. The Alaska Commer- cial Company's docks at Dutch liar bor were flooded.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
HOUSE pPAssES s05s,0OO,oGa
 APPROPRIATION. MEASURE

WASHINGTON, Dec ,1o-The House today passed the Treasury Postoffice s89O,00o,00O appropriation bill, including s3o, 100000 for prohibi ton enforcement and s15 100000 for coast guard activities.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
To EN..lsAeE pRoAIaIrLoN.

WASHINGION-Declariae that the law must be vindicated Presiden, Coolidge, in his. annual 1nassage 10 Congress- asked an appropriation of $2G ,uJG, ,0G0 .sa. ae&@s,eH vrohihit:e,s .}Gr- ing tie next year.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
EARTHQUAKE SHOCK
 FELT AT CALEXICO, CALIF.

{ CALEKICO,>. Calf .,s Dec. 9.-An { quake. shock at, 10 o'clock last night, and the sixth of the day, swayed {! buildings and cracked many walls l.. and chimpeys.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
ANNUAL DEFICIT OF ALASKA
 RAILROAD CUT 30 PER CENT

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9.-The aD- nnal deficit of the governmenf-own Alaska Railroad was cut 30 per cent during the last year, Noel Smith. general manager of the railroad, re- ported to Secretary of Interior Work today
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
QUEEN MARIE MOVES.

BUCHAREST, Dec. 9.-The royal palace here was destroyed by fire Monday. Queen Marie has moved to Cotroceni Palace.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Deputy U. s. Marshal Peter Nc Mullen was among early-week ar rivals, leaving here for Ophlr, and probably as far as Cripple, on matters pertaining to his official duties.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
DEATH . FSEN NATQR VIM.
 B. MCKINLEY, OF ILLINOIS

MARTINsVILLE, Dec. -S.-Senato1 William E. Mckinley, of Illinois, died at the sanitarium here Monday after noon. His death followed an illness of several months
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
FAIL. }. AND
 SINCLAIR
Must Stand Trial in Teapot Dome Oil
 Leasing Case

WASHINGTON. Dec s-Another consp raeg trial growing out of the oil assured today when Tt held that Albert
 eretary of the In
 Slnclair must stand
 ecments growing out
 of the Teapot Dome to Doheny. Fall Is now on lrsa- E spiracy in connection with the ease of the Elk Hills reserve.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

George Mutchler, accompanied by Claud Nyberg, and driving large string of dogs, left Monday for the west fork of the Nixon, from which point Mr. Mdtchler is under contract to bring out the drill taken there a couple of years ago by Tom McKin- non.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Government is planning to call up for trial tomorrow the Teapot Dome leas- ing case, in which Fall and Harry F. Sinclair are jointly interested.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

WITH full appreciation of the many comtesies shown during the past year, The Kusko Times extends it's best wishes to all patrons. < t1iends and readers for A Merry Christ masand A Happy New Year.
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The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Charlie Goebel, after a town visit of some days, left a couple of days since for Ophir, where he expects to give attention to some mining affairs dur ing the next month or so.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Arriving from Flat dWing tue pas few days were Nellie Bsattie an William Duffy, on their swaF to Fail banks
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Arthur L'aeureux. following stay of several weeks at Little creek, giving assistance Tn the removal of the Plume Dredge Company dredge, returned here three or four days ago.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

"Hot Air" Riley was among recel arrivals from Flat, headed for Fai banks.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Lars Indegard returned 3 couple of days ago from 8 trip to ophir.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Frank Larson and Victor Nystrom are spending a few days in town.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Frank Speljack was town visitor during the past week.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

John Krieger arrived during u week from visit of some days at M Grath.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

Ernie Cove, after season on Little was among the week arrivals.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11
Photographic Ticks

WASHINGTON, Dee. 10.-Reopel g of it's investigation into the Penn y,vania, Illinois and Oregon sena or;al primaries was agreed upon to ay by the Senate campaign fund mmittee.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

SEATTLE.-Ira W Hicks, pionee1 erchant and miner, and Otto | 5hrson, a resident of Everett ,wer lied at First avenue and Marion by a speeding auto truck, driven by Val ntine Zewatch. The latter was dan ,erously injured when his true. werved to the other track.
The Kusko times., 1926-12-11

35O,O0O REINDEER IN ALASKA.
 WASHINGTON, Dee. 1o.-Ther, are $50, 1000 reindeer in Alaska, the Biological Survey reported today.
Douglas daily dispatch., 1926-10-30
GRAFT TRIAL ON

CHICAGO, Oct. 29.-.R = Lowell B..
Mason dry state senator and candi-
date for reelection next Tuesday, re-
ceived $23, 900 for the use of his poiiti-
cal influence in securing approvals for
wine Withdrawals, Ralph
w. stone, former Illinois prohibition
director, testified today in the federal
trial of Major Percy owen, also for
mer prohibition director, and Mason.
They are charged with conspiracy to
violate the prohibition laws.
Stone admitted retaining $4,000 for
himself from total collections ranging
from $4,000 to $4,000 and of passing
$1,000 to two prohibition agents, but
maintained that he and Mason regard
ed the money as legitimate fees.
The fees were gathered in period
of three months and after Stone re-
sumed his practice of law. The money
was paid for his keeping in touch witt
the prohibition office and watching ap'
plications as they were sent in for ap
proval he testified.
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