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The Kusko times., 1935-02-16
Address given to the Legislators

Address given to the Legislators at the Banquet given for them by the Eastern Star of Juneau. Mrs. L1.loreL R. Hermann, Lie only wo- l.san layZy r n Aias..a. IS Ih ? author. The Legis ature's come to town, and
 every oody's ready 10 watch it grooll the ship of state,
 ,...- Aezp 4G sailing steaay. ihcJ-r hele % ove4haul cur laws.
 our revenu1s repien sh. They never work much at the first,
 but watch them at the finish. Then bowling ceases to entice, recep-
 tions get the boot, While they gravely sit in sessions
 long, a.9d portion out the loot. \ oW, Mr. Hess Is here tonighc to
 Iepres-nt the Senate He's not an Eastern Star but then
 no one else Is that's III it. --t 4-s -pon the rostrum there, so
 dignified and grave And eel-s the other Sclc.:3 how be
 Uan-s ,ham to boha.e. And Tolbott Scott who comes from
 Nome, dwelis in the ,ower camp, hey are not supposed to think down
 there, just watch the Senate's lamp no sometimes they get ideas that
 give the Senate's style a cramp. 4 round two dozen men are there.
 They come from every place, -sch Win platform promise he
 has made to save his face -ooo control for Hyder; school ex.. pense for Nome; r# Or something nice in bridges D
 please the folks at home; 4 landing field for Fairbanks; re-
 lief for poor John Doe;
 !, ho buried old msn Williams at
 his own expense, you know. And then they'll settle down at .s s
 and really logislate What to Go with wll.shey and wins
 places to abate; Or they'll dec.de to drive the fi.i,
 trap from Alaska's shorc, And people our fair country vii :.
 fishermen galore; Some will work for old age pensions;
 for the College some will peg; Some labor for the working man.
 tho they're sure to strike a snag Some nay want to help the ladies
 since-God bless them-thcy hay
 votes:
 But the plan will land in Hades and
 we still will be the goats,- They'll loudly praise their noble chiei , at his critics cry "beloney," And spend about thousand bucks
 on telegrams to Tony; And when they've finished every
 thing they'll give a great big dance And all Juneau will gather to watch -Lne OOlONS prance, And then they'll all trek homeward
 by airplane, train or boat, And proudly quote their record when
 it's time again to vote. But we like the legislature; let that
 statement be emphatic! It's the only thing Alaska has
 that isn't bureaucratic. And though it does some funny things
 and often is cratic It's only proof we really have that
 we are democratic. So we welcome you to Juneau, and
 this dinner here tonight. We hope your stay is pleasant, your
 visit'a delight. And in spite of all the things we've
 said that may not sound polite We know that when men are Solons
 they have to be bright.
The Kusko times., 1935-02-16
as (colored) of Cleveland.

as (colored) of Cleveland.
 The movement, according to Dr. Thomas, will colonize Alaska with 100000 colored Americans. Fur ther details of the movement, ac- cording to the newspaper article, is to set up 100000 farms of 16O acres each for the colonizers and to set up State under Federal jurisdiction. School Bulletin.
The Kusko times., 1935-02-16

life was grim on Kodiak Island V, !, prehistoric ancestors of the Indians lived there. Some of. their
 i er1u] customs, as reconstruct
 l1o.a ancient remains, by Dr. es firI ici1a, of the Smithsonian Institution were:
 ' nS an infant if is mother tied and burying the two together: I simply b4rying the baby. alive ,:.h he dead mother.
 Killing a wife when her husband i'd and burying them together.
 Sacrificing slaves or captured en- nj $ by burning them to death. Hazards of war and hunting were lso severe, Dr. Hrdlicka found:
 Bones of hun4or apparently led by bear with most of the s-t< bra2 broken, ribs crushed and
 ~r1n missing. | Remains of massacre, including
 skeleton of a woman with a bonc dagger through the heart; a warriors skull with stone club head imbeGded in it; another skull with stone arrow point at the base base of the skull-Valdez Miner.
The Kusko times., 1935-02-16

Entered as second-class matter August 2oth, 1923, at the postoffice at Takosna, Alaska, under the Act of March 3rd, 1879.
The Kusko times., 1935-02-16
KODIAK INDIANS

.-E2E Fl ITERS.
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
BUS SCHEDULE
CHANGE ASKED

CHEVY CHASE, Md, Nov. 7.
Representatives of the five special
taxing areas in Chevy Chase, Md,
today recommended the installa-
ton of 10-minute schedules on all
bus lines operating between Chevy
Chase Lake and downtown Wash
ington.
In making this recommendation,
they declared that the present
system of operating the buses on
a 15-minute schedule throughout
the day with an eight-minute
schedule during the rush hours,
was inadequate to best serve the
needs of Chevy Chase residents.
The representatives also will
seek to abolish the transferring Of
passengers from one bus to an
other at the District line, and
have all buses continue on out
into Maryland when travelling
from washington.
The above recommendations
will be presented to the members
of the various committees for
their discussion and approval be-
fore any official action is taken
on the matter. the representatives
declared today.
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Jiggs. Ma ggfe
HOnOred by
Guardia

NEW YORK, Nov. 7 U.S),
Mayor LaGuardia paid honor to
the twenty-fifth wedding anniver.
sary of Maggie and JiggS, world.
famous comic characters, yester.
day.
Receiving their creator, George
McManus, at City Hall, the
mayor presented him with a tin
"growler" of steaming corned
beef and cabbage and a huge
cardboard key to the CITY,"
In return McManus gave La
Guardia a sketch of Jiggs shush-
ing angry Maggie and pointing
to the "quiet, please" placard Of
the mayors antinoise campaign.
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
HEARST RIFLE
ENTRIES SET
RECORD
BY LIEUT.. COL. JESS KRUGER

BY LIEUT.. COL. JESS KRUGER
NEW YORK, Nov. Twenty
four hours after the War De
partment had issued official in
structions for conducting the Fiji
teenth Annual Rifle Matches for
the William Randolph Hearst tro-
phies, 158 teams had submitted
their entries, according to an
nouncement made today.
This constitutes new record
for speed in enrollmentS and gives
promise of Shattering the 1934-35
total of competing cadet teams
which reached 514. Staff officers
of the Chief of Infantry, in
Washington, who are in charge
Of the matches, expressed conf
dence that when complete lists
Of entries have been received
from the commanding generals Of
the nine Army corps headquarters
there will be more than $50
teams entered from the nations
universities, colleges, military
academies and high schools.
Determine Titles
Due to the widespread compet;-
ton and interest in the Hearst
matches, they are generally &C.
cepted as determining the marks
manship championships among
r. o. T. c. cadet units through
out the country.
Distinction of being the first to
send their entries goes to the Uni
7erSity of Minnesota. Seven
teams will compete from this
school. Four teams we're entered
by the University of Illinois. Uni.
verSity of Nebraska, Georgia
School Of Technology and MaSSa-
chusettS Institute of Technology.
Among the schools which regis
tered three teams are the Car
negie Institute of Technology.
Cornell University. University OF
Pittsburgh, Howard University,
Fordham University and Iowa
State College.
Among senior schools entering
one or more teams are: Univer-
sity Of Georgia. Presbyterian Col
1ege, New York University, Uni
versity Of Tennessee, University
of Dayton. Ohio State University,
Gettysburg College. Rutgers Uni
verSity, Michigan State College,
Western Maryland College, Uni
versity Of Akron. West Virginia
University. Massachusetts, State
College, st. Johns College OF
Washington, D. c. University Of
Cincinnati. Rose Polytechnic In
stitute. Wilberforce University,
Boston University and Coe Col.
lege.
Academies Listed
Military academies already en-.
tered are: Northwestern Military
and Naval Academy. Morgan Park
Military Academy, st. Johns Mil
itary Academy, Howe School, Ken.
tucky Military Institute, Columbia
Military Institute, Peekskill Mill.
tary Academy, Bailey Military
Academy, New York Military
Academy, Staunton Military Acad-
emy. Castle Heights Military Acad.
emy, MaSsanutten Academy, Fish
bourne Military School, Western
Military Academy, Augusta Mill
tary Academy. Greenbrier Military
School. the Manlius School and
Georgia Military College.
Among junior units registered
are: Rockford Senior High School.
Waukegan Township, Owensboro.
Griffin, Ca; Bangor, Me-; New
Bedford, Mass; Cretin, st. Paul,
Mimi; Fort Worth, Tex. Other
high schools include: Grand Rap
ids, Joliet Township, Beloit. Wash.
ington, D. c.: Xavier, N. Y; Ath-
ems, Ga: John Marshall, Rich
mond, Va: A. D. Johnston, Bes-
semer. Mich: Western Kentucky
Teachers College, Central High
School, Omaha: Kansas City High
School, Knoxville High School
and Ohio Soldiers and Sailors
OrnhanS Home
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Bows and Mems

Boys Blanket Robes-In attractive styles
and durable fabrics. Just the kind of robe
that will keep your boy. warm. M
to II years .....................b wv
Sheep Lined COats-Only 30! Not a draft
in a car load. Sturdily made, and good
looking. Originally sold for 1895 OK
to 4.95 ............-.......'. @s~~
Chinchilla Coats-For junior boys. The
matching helmet completes a fine outfit
These outfits will keep him warm! , OE
Sizes 4 to NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Golf HOse-For boys-AIl perfect grades.
Hose which can be worn for school H.
or play. In all sizes. ............Pr. ~
Boys Suits-With knickers or long pants.
Sturdy and we'll made. These suits can be
used for school or dress. Sizes 977
from to Is years ...........-.....%sI
Students Suits-With two pairs of long
trousers. vest and smart single or double.
breasted sport back coat. Sizes II TT
to 20. A fine value at only. Ie|
Long TrOuSers-For youths. Sturdy-and
made to stand hard wear. Now's the chance
to get him that extra m
pair ....................~s. Unly sVV
Boys Lumberjackets-A cold wind won't
mean a thing to him when he wears one
Of these warm lumberjackets. Sizes I m
range from to 1S ................ wv
Helmet with Goggles-Made Of leatherette.
Your boy has always wanted this set. 90
Fine protection against wind and cold O%S
Clearance! Boys unionsuits. athletic shirts,
wash suits and ties. To make room for new
stock, we're selling these items O.
for ........o.......~s.Ss. ~
Melton Jackets-For boys. Warm jackets
for school or play-just the thing for your
youngster. All Jackets in sport tn
back style s..%ss......~.s""sA4& HsE
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Parish Luncheon

Home and School Association Of
st. Thomas Parish will hold its
regular monthly children's lunch
con from IL to 1870 today in the
old church building, Twenty-sev.
enth st. and Woodley Rd. N. w.
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Asthma and Hay
Fever Disappear r
Like agicl

New MOney-back Remedy Affords Quick
Relief
Calafo liquid relieves the distressing
symptoms of Asthma and Hay Fever or
money back. No questions; you are
judge. Calafo liquid different rem
edy. promises you relief. You breathe
freely sleep all night-regain health!
The distressing symptoms disappear.
Don't suffer lonEer-try Cslafo liquid,
S1.oO. Peoples Drug Stores and othe"
druRRists
The Washington times., 1935-11-07

Boys Knickers Fully lined and well
made. The type knicker he wants for wear
to school. Being sold 70
Tor only s...................... wv
Boys Sport BlOuses-A really fine value.
Check UP on sonnys blouses-youll find he
needs some more. Size range 4 to 8 a.
in group neutrality-suspicious.. tt
Warm Waist UnionS-For boys. They give
warmth and keep out the cold. Sizes a.
range from to 10 years .........ZIS
Mems Union Suits-Irregulars of the 159
grades. Made of 1919 wool and I m
bound to hold warmth. eco. Only wv
Melton Jackets We'll made-zipper front
and two pockets. Here's the jacket that
keeps you warm! Sizes m
81 to 40 AsA%
Fine Suede Jackefs-Slightly spotted Knit
collar and cuffs. Regular 4s5 grade. , 90
We have most sizes. Hurry. ..... D ~
Mems Pajamas-Made of flannelette and
broadcloth. There are some irregulars 00~
of better grades NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. OOC
Mems Ties-Greatly reduced in price. Get
those extra ties you've been want -
ing Tor so long ..s.o.....~....OnIy ~
Mems Paris GarterS-If the price of these
fine garters has held you back until TP
now-here's your chance! 49,. Only DC
Mems Upper & Coat Sweaters-Some shaker
knits included in the lot. A real bar I IN
gain for the smart man..... Only .UU
Mems HOse-Perfects and irregulars Take
stock of your hose-youn find you can
psir. pss .i'..a.:'........ ts" more 10 prs 89c
Mems Athletic Shirts and Shorts - Another
bargain for the wise man. , for FN
Well made-Most Sizes..... , O1C
10 Mems TOpcOats-Reduced from our reg
ular stock of better make clothes. In grey
and brown. Sizes are S-36s; ~ ~
S-S7s; 1-SS; S-42s .-..-......x IU.VU
Mems Trousers Qrregulars(-Heav duty cot.
tonades, trojans, french back worsteds, in
stripes. checks, windowpanes and M
even some corduroy slacks. Only .OU
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Misses and Women's S

NASSSS duo w OHnSn ,
Womens BIOuses-odds and ends of rayon,
satin and taffeta. Some mussed or 7E
soied. Broken sizes and colors. ] OC
Rayon Satin Blouses-with Scotch plaid as.
cot ties. White and oyster shades on. a.
ly. Broken sizes from "a to SS. Only ] &c
WOmen's Slippers-Crepe or leatherette soles.
Cuban heels. Blue and black with match.
ing colored Innings. A.
Sizes 4 to NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. tn
Misses and Children's Shoes (seconds)-Leath.
er and composition soes. Oxfords and straps.
Black or brown, in broken EO
sizes ....'...''''...'.:...a NV
WOmen's Arch Support ShOes-An reinforced
arches, combination lasts, leather soles.
Straps or oxfords AA to ZEE; Oh
to NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. Bs%G
WOmen's Utility OxfOrds - Genuine hand
turns in brown and black. Leather soles
and uppers Cuban heels. Fine bar I no
gains. Sizes to ...............I.V w
WOmen's RayOn Undies-Panties, boomers,
stepins, chemises and vests Some irregulars.
1 Plain an and lac, lace trimmed trim Reg Dior 5or
WOmen's RayOn GOwns-In plain and novel.
ty weaves. Tailored and lace trimmed Tea
rose only. Size range co.
Is and IT 7-............s..... Only DC
TwO.Way Stretch GirdIes-Knit lastex CIR.
dies. Some panty bottoms Sizes, E0~
medium and large -.....--.......~-1 ~
Rayon Taffeta SIips-Irregulars of higher
prices. In broken size and color ranges.
Here's the chance to stock up while co.
prices are low!. for loo OIS
Crepe PantieS-Made Of fine white silk,
Formerly 39c. Sizes small. medium 10
and large. A real scoop! ........... A%S
Rayon Taffeta SIiDs-I.aca trimmed with
straight tops Comes in white. Now is the
time to check up your slips. 10
Sizes "a to Ss only ..............Z1C
Silk Chemise-Dance sets. slips and half
slips Slightly soied. Originally sold co.
for 159. Reduced to only ........O O%S
Flannelette GOwns-And one.piece pajamas.
Slightly soiled. Sizes 16 to II in IT,
gowns; II and extra in pajamas. ... = =
Satin Slips-Lace trimmed and nicely tai.
lored. In tearose only. The slips sold for
merly for 1.59. Sizes from TO
"a to A. lsI
Balbriggan Pajamas-Two-piece in combin-
alton colors. Sold formerly for 100. EO~
Size range small, medium and large O%C
Rayon BlOOmers-Plain weaves. In tearose
and pink. Regular 29c values Sizes TO.
meolum ana large ................." ~
RayOn Undies-Panties, boomers, vests and
chemise. Slight irregulars of better TO-
merchandise. Reduced to only ...... %
Observation-Disclosures, lace and silk crepes. In
tearose and pink. Broken sizes. TO-
regular 29c value reduced to ...... ] &c
Knit Vests-Cotton with a rayon stripe.
Built up shoulders. A regular acc value
now reduced in price. Sizes To-
"a, 30, SS only ..............s....o~4 ] ~
Satin ChemiSe-With lace trim. Tearose color
only. Formerly sold for 100. Sizes co.
IS and SO. Now reduced to......a.~~ ~
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Tots and ChiIdren's S

Tots Panty Dresses-A selection of Broad
cloth and percales in plain colors, 30
prints. Sizes range from to s years DC
Tots SweaterS-Al wool. heavy knit. In
plain and novelty weaves. Light and dark
shades. For boys and girls from co.
to years .......................) ~
RaincOats-Made of pure rubber with setin
or raglan sleeves. There's no need for the
youngsters to get wet. Sizes range 00~
from to IA years ............... on
Tots Snow Suits-Fleece cloth. In two
pieces-jacket and ski pants Plain colors
with plaid trim in blue, green and I m
red. Sizes to years ........... ] wv
ChiIdren's Union Suits-Merrit Brand! Cotton
waist suits with rayon stripe. Dutch neck,
elbow sleeve and trunk leg. Boys 90
and girls, to IL ~
Tots Suede Cloth Snow Suits-Helmets to
match. In blue, green and red. m
Sizes range from to years...... wv
Tots Suede Snow Suits-In pastel shades.
One piece with helmet to match. Originally
1896. Sizes l to 3-but not in all , or
Flannelette SleeperS-and gowns. Slightly
soiled Originally were sold for 59c m
each. Sizes and years. fOr... wv
The Washington times., 1935-11-07
Does Your Cough
Embarrass You?

Do people shrink their shoulders
and turn their faces away when
you cough near them? Stop this
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Doctors and druggists use Creo.
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process blended with six other real
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nature to soothe and heal intiamed
membranes as the germ-laden
phlegm is looSened and expelled.
Even if other remedies have failed
don't be discouraged. your druggist
Is authorized to guarantee Creomul.
sion and to refund your money II
you are not satisfied with results
from the very first bottle. Ask your
druggist for Creomulsion. (Adv)
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13

We denounce the imposition of a hunting license by the Alaska Game Commission on the residents of the First Judicial Division of Alaska and demand that all regulations issued by that organization be made ap- nlicable to all of Alaska without re- gard to sectionalism.
 Believing that reservations and the sytem of reserving natural resources have done untold damage to Alaska, and handicapped its natural devel- opment, we oppose vigorously and denounce any further reserves being created in the Territory by any Fed eral agencies.
 Resolution
 We are convinced that the funda- mental principle of the American Government - proportionate repre- .entation-is essential to its success full functioning and perpetuation We, therefore, urge the amendment of the Organic Act of the Territory n conformity herewith so that each Division shall be represented in the Territorial Legislature according to its population.
 Resolution
 Be it resolved that the Democratic Divisional Convention for the First Judicial Division of Alaska in ses- sion at Wrangell, Alaska, hereby in .structs the delegates elected by this convention to the Democratic Ter ritorial Convention at Seward, AL sska, abide and be governed by the unit rule, and further, that the said delegates support and vote for Jack Hellenthal and Mrs. Georgia M. Holzheimer for National Democratic committeeman and committeewoman respectively.
 Done at Wrangell, Alaska, this 12th day of December, 1885.
 Democratic Divisional Committee
 for the First Judicial Division
 of Alaska,
 Resolution
 Be it resolved that the Democratic Divisional Convention for the First Judicial Division, Territory of Alaska, request that the Demo- cratic Territorial Convention at Sew ard, Alaska, increase the number of the Divisional committee for said by the following number:
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13

accruing to the United States from the fur seal Fisheries to Alaska should be converted into the Territorial treasury and urge the passage by Congress of suitable legislation to that end.
 We renew our opposition to Federal control of the fisheries of Alaska, which Federal control has resulted in a short season of highly intensive fishing and discrimination against Alaska labor to the detriment of To- cal fishermen, businessmen, and the entire population of Alaska.
 We urge that legislation be enacted by Congress ainendatory to the Or ganic Act of Alaska to the end that all restrictions be removed which now prevent the Legislature of Alas ka from passing laws to regulate and administer the fisheries industry, and the fur and game resources.
 We are in favor of the complete refnonitization Of silver.
 We favor the enactment by the Territorial Legislature of legislation that will make the Wagner Labor disputes Act operative in Alaska.
 We favor, also, the enactment by the Territorial Legislature of Alas ka to such laws as are necessary to make effective the Presidents So- cial Security Act.
 We favor the extension of the homestead laws to enable farmers on islands of Alaska to obtain title to at least 160 acres.
 We favor the establishment of a Home for Pioneer Women.
 We favor liberal appropriations to insure airmail and star route con- tracts in the Territory of Alaska, and urge sufficient appropriations so that the Postoffice department can place contracts with any and all steamship lines operating on regular weekly schedules between Alaskan ports and the States.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13

der; Charles Fox, Douglas; Mrs. o. P. Jenne, Juneau; Neil Reed, Ket- chikan; Frank Peratovich, Klawock; J.5P. Anderson, Salmon Creek; Alice Coughlin, Juneau; A. W. Sharpe, Jr., Juneau.
 First Division Divisional Committee
 The following were elected as members of the Divisional Commit tee for the First Division:
 Dick Hardcastle, Ketchikan; Mrs. w. L. Martin, Ketchikan; Mrs. Lem Mckay. Ketchikan; Jess Moran, ketchikan; M. E. Monagle, Juneau; John Walmer, Juneau; Alice Cough lin, Juneau; Mrs. G. E. Krause, Ju- neau; Neil Anderson, Sitka; Mrs. Conway, Sitka; William Holt, Peters burg; Mrs. Mary Torkelsen, Peters burg; James Nolan, Wrangell; Mrs. M o. Johnson, Wrangell; w. J. Null
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13
DELEGATES RETURN

Delegates and others attending the Democratic Divisional Convention at Wrangell, returning to Juneau on the North Sea were M. E. Monagle, !. J. Connors, J. J. Connors, Jr, Al Lundstrom, w. T. Mahoney, Frank A. Boyle, J. P. Anderson. Frank Be- telho, Mrs. Alice Coughlin, Mrs. Will liam. Holzheimer, Capt. and Mrs. James V. Davis, Mir and Mrs. Rob- ert Bender, Mrs Crystal Snow Jenne, J. E. Pegues. Wi1fred Stump.
 Gold production in California in 1884 totaled 719,06392 ounces of fine gold, valued at $25,131 ,2s8.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13
N0TORSHIP DART IN
 FROM PIT. ALEXANDER

The Mosorship Dart arrived from Port Alexander and way ports at 5:30 pm. yesterday This was the monthly long trip, taking in all the herring plants on Baranof Island. Severe weather and snow storms de- layed the Dart one day.
 She will leave on her next trip at T o'clock tomorrow morning.
 Incoming passengers were: from Kake, John Albert, Ellen Brandt, from Sumdum: Pete Sumdum, G. Armsted
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13
SALVATION ARMY
 PLANS PROGRAM

A Christmas program, involving re- citations, dialogues, carols and in strumental music, will be offered the evening of December 20-a week from today-by the Salvation Army in it's Willoughby Avenue hall at 7:30 o'clock.
 R. B. Lesher is chairman of the program, to which all Gastineau Channel residents are invited.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13

tain the Business and Professional Womens Club next Monday even ing in Christmas Monday" par ty in her home All members of the club are urged to be present,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13
WEATHER CONDITIONS AT A. M.

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 Wrangeu raining, AT; Stka raining showing, A. Soapstone Point raining Codova showing Anchorage clear 6 Fair Ruby 48 Nuao clear 32; Kaltag clear -48;U
 WEATHER
 throughout the north eastern portion Pacific the being centered lowest reported prevailed the distribution has been at Unalaska outh- the remainder Of the observation.
 Cold weather northern ons of being 56 below at
The Daily Alaska empire., 1935-12-13
LEAVES ST. AIMS

Mrs. M. Rekosh, who has been con- fined in St. Ann's Hospital for some time. was discharged today in an im- proved condition.