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The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

went to Juneau Sunday, February II, to enter St. Ann's Hospital for medical attention.
 M E. Rogers was patient in the White Pass Hospital from February to February Is. MT. Rogers daughter, Mrs. J. R. Mac Milan of Ketchikan arrived Thurs day by Alaska Coastal and will visit several weeks with her father.
 A special meeting of the Skag- way Common Council was called Monday, February 12. E. A. Larson representing the Boy Scouts and the Lions Club, asked permission to use the City Building known as the A. B. Hall. He stated that the Scouts and the Lions would work in conjunction if the use of the hall was granted them. The part used by Vic Sparks as an Art Shop would not be needed for the activ- ities of the two groups. Permission was granted provided that sewer and water connections be made this spring. Various discussions were held on the steam thawer, boiler house, etc.
 Lyle Orbin stated that twelve residents had frozen up during the last cold spell.
 The Council sold two electric heaters to Harry Ellinge. Two res olutions were introduced-one, resolution titled Resolution Auth orizing the Acceptance of a Sched- ule of Maturities as a Part of Revised Agreement for Sewer and Water Facilities" in compliance with Project No. AAA SOAP Al
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

ATLIN property, corner Let il business secticn-S1,s ,s03. Pay .tsnt
 can be arranqsd. Rooa 6ll Baranof Hotel ,37-6t
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24
EIiiI1 Cove
 News Noies
Special Correspondence)

Special COrrespondence)
 ELFIN COVE, l.:aska, Feb. IT. Felix Narva came in from Idaho Inlet for supplies He bought the boat that formerly belonged to Oscar Weston for his son to fish and they are busy rerigging and getting ready for the coming sea- son.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Harry James, section worker from Bennett, was patient in the Hospital for five days.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Moving continues in Skagway- Mrs. Jeanette Millery has moved into one of the Soldin Apartments, recently occupied by MT, and Mrs. c. Battles; Paul Sincic into the Soldin Apartment recently occupied by Mrs. Dolores Jones; MT and Mrs. Warren Tufts and infant daughter into the Fuller Apart ment near the Masonic Hall.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Henry Nelson is hewing mast for his boat and doing the work by hand which is lot of hard work but will be a mast that even ter rife sea won't break and plenty strong for the type of rigging that Nelson uses.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

 for sale in Pelican City The former Beauty Parlor ano Bakery Shop Bldg New bldg. two years old, located in the centel of town. Duplex is 20x40 with 40-ft. front. 2 bathrooms, with living quarters in rear, partls furnished. Ideal location fcl either business or apartments Pelican is growing fast with goot opportunities for almost any nev business. The price is reasonable For information see or write Do Lorentzen, Box l058, Petersburg.
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Each member was requested to make some item to be placed in a chest which will be sent each year bv the new president to the Vet erans' Hospital Gift Shop. After each meeting the members plan to make scrapbooks to be sent to one of the Alaska Children's Homes. After the meeting the members gave a Valentine Party for the members of the Legion. Valentines were handed out by Mrs. Toni Blanchard acting as Cupid. After a Shadow Show a Valentine lunch was served.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Osborne Selmer, engineer on the White Pass and Yukon Railway,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The Auxiliary has ordered 100 Flag Codes to be placed with the various organizations and in the business houses to help Skagway have flags properly displayed at all times.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Golf is said to have originated in Holland and to have been fostered in Scotland.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

aska Public Works; the second, resolution titled Resolution ag- reeing to provide all necessary Right of Way, Easement and to agree that the Emergency Flood Control Work now contemplated will be considered as a part of the over all Flood Control Project al Skagway and that the afore men, toned City of Skagway will as sume the responsibility for main- tainance of the portion of the pro- ject when completed in accordance with the previous agreement tc assume the management for the presently approved Project
 The Clerk was requested to write MT Metcalf, Territorial Highway Engineer, and explain to him that several contractors would be in town this year and see if some work could be done on the small boat harbor.
 Mayor Reed states that Dr. R. A. Smithson who was Treasurer of the Telephone Company was nov ing to Anchorage. MT. A. E. Tun- ley was appointed Treasurer.
 Mayor Reed stated that he was leaving on a six weeks vacation. Councilman c. Coffey was elected to act as Mayor during his absence. letter from the Civil Aeronautics Administration stated that the 7.91 acres of City Park would not be needed after June 30, 1851. Therefore, after that date the lease would be considered concelled.
 The Mayor read several letters from the Department of Interior and U. s. Senators in regards to the Taiya Project.
 The Fish ana Wildlife Service brought six deer to Skagway to be cared for until they might be turned loose in the Dyea Valley The Service plans to return in two weeks and put out poison to try to kill off the wolves there. The deer have been placed in the pen belonging to Malcolm Moe with the yearling left here last summer. Two of the largest bucks were turned loose on Sullivan's Island.
 The Health Council met Monday evening, February 12, and elected the following officers: President, Mrs. Vic Sparks; president, the Rev. Raymond Mosey; Secre- tary, Alan Hoyt; and Treasurer, Mrs. Maurice Wheaton The pos sibility of putting fluorine in the City water supply for the preven- tion of tooth decay was discussed |
 A regular meeting of the Ladies i to Skagway Aerie No 25, F. o. E. was held Tuesday evening, February 13. Mrs. Ruth Nelson ac- ted as Madam President and Mrs. Maxi as Conductress. The Initia- tion Ceremony was performed and Miss Agnes Powers and Mrs. Carla | Hanson became members of the | Auxiliary Donations were made by | the members to the March of | Dimes. Refreshments were served | by Mrs. Gertrude Beitinger and Mrs. Beulah Ward. The evening was spent in playing game. High | prizes-a set of coasters and a cookie jar were won by Mrs. Linda Bigham and Mrs. Joyce Burnham. | prizes of bowling bingles were given.
 At 1:10 am. February 13 small | fire was discovered at the Kirmse Apartments. It was extinguished | before any serious damage resulted. l
 A luncheon meeting of the Lions Club was held Wednesday at the Skagway Grill
 The members voted to sponsor a J concert and dance for theEugene
 
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. E. H. Richter received word that her son-in-law, William Wal lace of Anchorage, had fallen last week and suffered a brain con- cussion. She left Saturday by AL aska Coastal to fly to Anchorge .o be with the Wallace children while MT. and Mrs. Wallace fly to Seattle for medical attention for MT. Wallace.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. Marguerite Butts and Mrs Ross Peterson gave turkey dinner in the school room Saturday eve ming at 6 o'clock. The dinner was different because the two hostesses furnished everything. There were two roast turkeys, 30 pounds of mashed potatoes, huge casserole of scalloped corn, plenty of buttered peas and string beans, dressing and gravy, two kinds of salads, fruit jello and a vegetable jello ring, olives, relishes and coffee After 35 persons enjoyed the sum- tious dinner, game was played to the score of T. Then four de licious cakes were served with more coffee. A gala time was enjoyed by the record crowd present.
 Mrs. Ross Peterson gave birth day party for her husband Febru- ary 12, guests were MT. and Mrs E. o. Swanson, MT. and Mrs. Wal ter Larson, Mrs. M. Butts, Jack With, Max Dorman and Paul Paulsen. After canasta the birth day cake and coffee were served. Mrs. George Williams was pas senger to Juneau via Coastal or Thursday Due to bad weather there was no flight on Tuesday. A surprise birthday party wa given by Mrs. Ray Clements fol Mrs. Jim Lingard at the Petersons because the trail from the Cove tc | the Clements was filled with snow | and ice. Mrs. Lingard announced that it was the first birthday party ever given in her honor. She re- ceived many lovely gifts. After game, the huge birthday cake anc coffee and ice cream were served.
 Hilmar Larson left for Juneau on | ais numbered boat the evening oi Feb. IT. Larson is not feeling wei so decided to go to town. Every one hopes the weather will be good as he does not travel very fast.
 Friends of Mrs. Ross Peterson will be pleased to hear she is agent
 for an Eastern firm. The line be- ing all types of stationary, cards
 of all sorts and novelties, paper
 napkins and towels. The sample.
 are certainly attractive.
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The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. Florence George, who has been employed as cook at the White Pass Hospital, has resigned and plans to go to Anchorage after short stay in Juneau. She has been replaced by Mrs. Hazel Haney who has been cooking at White Pass Section House.
 Mir and Mrs. Connie Battles held "Open House" to their many friends Saturday evening, February IT, in their new home-the former Budd residence.
 Mrs. Anne Briggs gave a party Saturday, February IT, to celebrate her daughter Ellen Rays birth day.
 Mrs. Isabel Lee gave a party Sunday afternoon to celebrate the birthdays of her son Bobby, who was four, and Danny, who was three. Ten children enjoyed the birthday refreshments which in- cluded two cakes-one iced in yell low, and one in blue. A son was born to MT. and. Mrs. Elton K. Replogle Sunday. Febru- ary 13, at 8:10 am. The baby who weighed five pounds nine ounces has been named Gregory Allen. MT. Replogle is stationed in Skag- way with the A. c. s. Due to ill., ness Dr. Bledsoe was unable to take care of the case so sent to Juneau for Dr. Whitehead. The latter came to Skagway on the Norah and returned to Juneau Sunday morning by Alaska Coas- tai.
 The regular monthly meeting oi the Ladies Auxiliary to Skagway Post No. T. the American Legion
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24
Newsy Notes From Skagway
Special Correspondence)

SKAGWAY, Alaska, Feb. l9-The Ladies' Auxiliary of the Presbyter- ian Church met Wednesday eve ming, February ', at the home of Mrs. Roy Eagle.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. J. D. True gave party Saturday afternoon, February 10, to celebrate her daughter Linda Lous second birthday.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

ELECTRIC ReIrlgeraUor, stove, &
 Washing machine; extension I- brary table; Neptune 7ls h.p. outboard motor; Call Red AT be- tween 5:15 and 10:00 in the eve ing. 733-t1
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24
MURPHY & MURPHY

REALTORS = ACCOUNTANTS Phone 676 over First Naticnai Bank
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

A luncheon meeting of the Lions Club was held Wednesday at the Skagway Grill.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The new c. P. R. freighter-the Yukon Prince, has been in port since February 12. It brought in 1900 tons of freight and will take out ore from Mayo. It plans to sail February 2Qth.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

went to Juneau Sunday, February II, to enter St. Ann's Hospital for medical attention.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

At 1:10 am. February 13, small fire was discovered at the Kirmse Apartments. It was eXtinguished before any serious damage resulted.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Leaving on the Princess are MT and Mrs. Gordon Chandler and AL fred returning to their home in California; Mrs. George to Jun eau, and Paul Frost to Juneau.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Dr. and Mrs. Robert A. Smithson and daughters Christine and Judith left Thursday morning by Coastal They are on their way to their new home in Anchorage. The Smithson residence in SkagWay has been rented by MT. and Mrs. Kent Cannon.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The members voted to sponsor a concert and dance for theEugene
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. Walter Self left Thursday February 8, by train to White horse. From there she flew to Moorehead, North Dakota, to be with her mother who was seriously ill.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

LARGE sunflame oil heater with
 five gallon tank and carburetor -$65.O0, also large baby buggy Howard Hayes, Douglas. T32-6t
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The regular monthly meeting of
 the Ladies Auxiliary to Skagway
 Post No. T. the American Legion,
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

A son was born to MT. and Mrs. Speak Wednesday, February T. at TAO pm. at the White Pass Hos pital. The baby, who weighed eight pounds six ounces, has been named Joseph Micheal. MT. Speak is with the A. c. s. in Skagway.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The Princess Norah was in port Sunday and Monday. Arriving on her were: MT. and Mrs. Joe Mar tini and Janice returning home from visiting relatives in Illinois for several months; Mrs. John Wright coming to make her home in Skagway; Mrs. Noel Penning- ton and daughter Patricia return ing to their home in Dawson; and Malcolm Ross who years ago ran the Gateway Cigar Store in Skag- way.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Band on March 20. MT. Cliff Rogers, Jr. is Chairman in charge
 Plans were made for the taking over and redecorating the A. B Hall to be used in conjunction with the Boy Scouts. It is hoped that dances may be held again in the really beautiful old lodge room.
 MT. Ervon Fairbanks has been appointed secretary of the Club in place of Louis Selmer who moved to the states recently.
 Mrs. Thomas Cooper entertained number of friends at her home Wednesday evening February II, to compliment Mrs. Lawrence Me Guane on her birthday. Canasta was played and each player was presented with a small gift instead of prizes. A Valentine lunch was served. The guests were Mrs. Me Guane, Mrs. Frank Boyd, Mrs. Mark Lee, Mrs. Joseph Sheleby, Mrs. D. D. Cox, Mrs. Art Larson, Mrs. Gene Bird, Mrs. Robert Bir- ren, Mrs. C. Anderson, Mrs. Will liam Dewar, and Mrs. Roy Eagle.
 The Florence Circle of the o. E. S. met Wednesday afternoon at the home of J. c. Hoyt with fourteen members present. A card party was planned for Saturday, Febru- ary 24 and a Saint Patrick's Tea to be held Wednesday, March 14, at the Masonic Hall. Delicious re- treatments were served.
 Mrs John Dodge and Mrs Dwight Hanson gave a Valentine Party Thursday afternoon at the Community Center for the members of the Junior Choir.
 A meeting was called at the home of Mrs. George Villesyik Thursday afternoon to organize classes for Home Nursing training. Mrs. Ed Hestnes was appointed General Chairman with Mrs. Vill- esvik and Mrs. William Dewar in- structresses. Glasses will be held Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and evenings during the next three weeks. Mrs. Villesvik spent a week in Juneau taking the Red Cross training recently offered there.
 Jimmie" Patterson, owner of the Skagway Grill and the Derby, | was a patient in the White Pass Hospital the past week suffering from heavy cold
 Skagway's epidemic of severe colds has continued. Over 60 cases | have had medical treatment Dr. Bledsoe, i'll herself, has been prac- ticing from her bed.
 Miss Reilly, Public Health Nurse for the Skagway- -Haines area, came 1 to Skagway Thursday by Alaska Coastal.
 Dr. and Mrs Robert A. Smithson I and daughters Christine and Judith | left Thursday morning by Coastal. They are on their way to their 1 new home in Anchorage. The 1 Smithson residence in Skagway | has been rented by MT and Mrs. Kent Cannon.
 Moving continues in Skagway- Mrs. Jeanette Millery has moved | into one of the Soldin Apartments, | recently occupied by MT and Mrs. c. Battles; Paul Sincic into the Soldin Apartment recently occupied by Mrs. Dolores Jones; MT. and Mrs. Warren Tufts and infant ] daughter into the Fuller Apart ment near the Masonic Hall.
 Mrs E. H. Richter received word that her n-in-law, William Wal lace of Anchorage, had fallen last week and suffered brain con- cussion. She left Saturday by AL aska Coastal to fly to Anchorge .o be with the Wallace children while MT. and Mrs. Wallace fly to Seattle for medical attention for MT Wallace.
 Mrs. Florence George, who has been employed as cook at the White Pass Hospital, has resigned and plans to go to Anchorage after short stay in Juneau. She has been
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Miss Reilly, Public Health Nurse for the SkagWay- -Haines area, came to Skagway Thursday by Alaska Coastal.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Skagway's epidemic of severe colds has continued. Over 60 cases have had medical treatment. Dr. Bledsoe, i'll herself, has been prac- ticing from her bed
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

The Health Council met Monday evening, February 12, and elected the following officers: President, Mrs. Vic Sparks; president, the Rev Raymond Mosey; Secre- tary, Alan Hoyt; and Treasurer, Mrs. Maurice Wheaton The pos sibility of putting fluorine in the City water supply for the preven- ton of tooth decay was discussed.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Jimmie" Patterson, owner of the Skagway Grill and the Derby, was a patient in the White Pass Hospital the past week suffering from heavy cold
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-02-24

Mrs. John Dodge and Mrs. Dwight Hanson gave a Valentine Party Thursday afternoon at the Community Center for the members of the Junior Choir.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

The local branch of the NAACP
has sent letter 20 the Miami
City Commission con6emning the
commissioners action in the
Carver Village dispute and any
attempt tina, may be made 10 Gust
the present tenants,
The Miami times., 1951-10-20
PROPERTY OWNERS FIGHT SLUM
CLEARANCE

Owners of private PROPERTY determined to fight
sum clearance to the finish On Wednesday they filed
suit in the Circuit Court to halt the sum clearance cleo
tion November 20.
Last year this group took action against the referen-
dunn claiming that the ballot did contain enough sub
give the voters understanding of the question
They
This new action asks that the city commission be en-
joined from signing public housing contract and
tends that the proposed election is void.
1t contends further that the election should be
srcted to free holders property instead of be-
ing open to all voters,
The suit also claims that the scheme is socialstic in
character and contrary to the state and federal consu
tons
Whether this attempt to prevent the housing question
from being voted upon November 20 will be successful
remains be but the determination to put stop
sum clearance to matter for serious consdera
ton.
The people by their vote have already said e V
wanted it. believe they will vote the same way on No
vember 20 and those fighting the issue believe likewise
The Miami times., 1951-10-20
NAACP'S NEW PRESIDENT

= The Rev. Edward T, Graham recently elected as
president of the local branch of the National Association
for the Advancement of Colored People.
This is the second time minister has served pres
ident of this organization. The first the Rev. c.
Mckens pastor of the Mt Ove Baptist Church. The Rev
Mr. Graham pastor of of the largest churches in the
city of Miami Mt Zion Baptist church. He is we'll known
and active in civic and other worthwhile affairs in
community.
His interest in this organization that deserves more
support than it receives should prove to be most
helpful.
The NAACP has written to the city commission dis,
approving its action in the Carver Village dispute.
On Sunday afternoon meeting will be held at Mt
Zion Baptist Church. when Mrs Ruby Hurley of the Ma
tona staff will be the guest speaker The president
will preside. This meeting should be largely attended.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Louis and Charles might have
a bout in Miami in February,
1882.
Last Friday the Afro-American
Life Insurance Co, held an ap-
probation conference honoring
employees who had been with the
company for five years and up
ward. President Lewis diStribut-
ed awards TO the honored ones.
Following the program refresh
msntS were served.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

The employees were addressed
by the agency director, Mr.. J. A.
Bats, who presented DR.. J. H.
Lewis chairman-president of the
Afro-American Life Insurance
Co. DR.. Lewis awarded pins and
buttons to the group for the num-
Der of years of service.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

The hig parade is over, Il was
the highest highlight of the Leg
.ionnaire convention. Thousands
and thousands saw il even though
we had a little rain. But give the
bis barbecue at Virginia Beach
and the cocktail at Lord Calvert
8 big hand,
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

AS if you did not know it. the
BTW school, Dorsey high and
Carver all had marching units in
the parade and General Near
thur stood and recognized them
tool
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Senator Root, A, Taft has an
nounced his candidacy for Pres
ident Of the United States, He is
the son Of former President VIII
lam Taft who served the county
from 1909 70 1912.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Crops on the lower east coast
have suffered severe damage hrom
the recent ram. especially st
DelrSy Beach and Pompano,
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

The British is setting il on all
sides. iran has ordered them ous
and she now controls the Iranian
oil. at least il is nationaliged,
The Miami times., 1951-10-20
BY PaH r. Henry

Horace Blunt. l1l0 NV and ave.
was arrested on. Monday and
charged with stealing jewelry
valued at $406 from the Lenny's
Credit Store, 90S NV md ave.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

British say they will not leave.
VIII this bring about another
warp
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Joe Louis who meets Rocky
Marciano on October 20 in Madi-
son Square Garden. is reported as
saying. "As long as either Wal
cott or Charles is champion, I'm
going TO keep on chasing" l don't
know how long that's going to be
but I will be waiting. I can beat
them.
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Miss Ward has been employed
by, the Afro-American Life In
Surance Company % years, she is
the oldest employee on the Miami
District in point of service.
Other employees with 5 years
or more service are as follows:
The Miami times., 1951-10-20

Egypt tells Britain 20 leave the
Sslez Canal and the Sudan, The
The Miami times., 1951-10-20
FIT. PIERCE

A program was
held at the Mi
ami District Of
flee, Friday, Oc-
tober IL, at noon.
DR.. K. L. Pharr,
a director of the
company preSld-
ed as master of
ceremonies. 9th
er guest speakers
were DR.. T. L.
Lowrie, director
of the Co.; Mr..
H. E. S. Reeves,
Mr.. J. A. DiaZ
and Mr.. D. A.
Douglas. Visiting
districts w e + e
West Palm Beach
and Fort Pierce
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-12-06
Movies Planned for Ski Club Meeiinq

Ski movies and colored slides of the recent Juneau Ski Club barn dance are planned for the regular meeting of the club to be held in the Gold Room of the Baranof Ho- tel at pm. Friday.
 All members and prospective members are urged to attend as important business matters will be discussed concerning the acqui- sition of the Tucker Sno-Cat. The program of ski instruction for all new skiers and those interested in rerfecting their technique will be outlined and instructors appoint ed for each weekend throughout the season.
 Since skiing and singing are somehow synonomous, plans for a large Christmas caroling group are underway
 There will also be discussion and suggestions concerning the proposed Winter Carnival and dance. Con- mittees are to be appointed for various Ski Club activities.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-12-06
FOOD SALE

The Westminster Fellowship is having a food sale Saturday Dec ember 8, Sears, Roebuck. at 10 am.