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The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-08-17
Taku Road Route Once Winter Foot Trail. r--Sags EIsseer
By ELMER FRIEND

In connection with the efforts of the Juneau Chamber Of Com- merce for a Taku road, it is a historical fact that the route, Taku to Atlin = before- the Chil- koot Pass, and White Pass Route was used by early-day prospec- tors in this locality to reach gold prospects in the Interior partic- ularly the Atlin District.
 Before the Klesdike was dis covered, prespectors kl the Gas tineau Channel ares fosnd the Taku winter trail a feasible route to reach the placer coun- try ''inside,v and considerable travel was made over the trail in those days.
 An interesting story, remember ed by oldtimers, was how the At lin Indians met the Coast Indians before the white man came to this section.
 According to the tale told to the whites at one time the glacier covered Taku River where it en- ters Taku Inlet, shutting off the valley beyond.
 One day a party of Coast in- dians, while fishing at the head of the inlet, took from the water woven mat which they had seen come from under the ice.
 Realizing that people must be living beyond the ice barrier, a party was formed, which crossed the ice field and in the valley which opened before them the Taku valley) found group of Indians camped on the river bank. This group identified itself as members of a tribe, over the mountain range, in the Atlin country.
 The trail, so feasible that the Indians used it as a matter ol course in their travels, was maoe known by them to the early pros pectors. and, I am told, was used lev them regularly until Chiikoot Pass was discovered.
 If the Indians and prospee- tors could then make it easily on foot, little dif9cslty should he encountered now, with our present day facilities, in putting through this highly desired read.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-08-17
The nistaff Side

Since the early. days of the nlS- tory of Alaska, we have been proud of the achievements of our women.
 Their courage and ability have been outstanding through the years, from the mining camps 10 the thriving cities of the pres ent.
 All Alaskans should be pleased with the appointment ot Mrs. Katherine Nordale as collector ol customs for Alaska. She is a mem Der of pioneer Alaskan family and for years has taken an a. tive part in territorial affairs.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-08-17
Juneau Goes BooM!

J oONS
 Right now, the cost of hvins is for sure and times aint what they used ts be-" but It seems like the old beom days in Jun eau this summer, with new build ings, lands being cleared for homes and numerous improve ments carried out in and arosni the city.
 Wooden sidewalks are also pe- ing replaced with concrete ana there are others that could pc changed over. This is one instance where it might pay the property owner to try and keep up Wl'h the Jones"
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-08-17

The Amazon River system is the largest in the world.
The Daily Alaska empire., 1951-08-17
Not So New

And while talking about new ventures on old sides, how many residents of Auke Bay know that the proposed pulpmill in that VI cinity will not be the first indus try that sectiotl has known? El'l- oneer canneryman Carlson oper- ated a salmon cannery in AuXe Bay 30 years ago. The cannery was later destroyed by fire aand ruins of the building and big dock can still be seen.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
Eskimo Labor To Be Used In Palmer Yards

Eskimo labor will be detailed to work on the Palmer spur of the Alaska Railroad, line officials said today. Probable date will be early June.
 How many will be required will depend upon scope of the work and other labor available.
 TWenty-one Eskimos, first con- tingent of 225 recruited from scat tered Arctic outposts, arrived at Anchorage this morning from Bethel by Alaska Airlines. A sec ond group is expected in Anchor age Sunday, April 9.
 Alaska Railroad hopes to get 40 for an extra gang on a track lay ing project at Seward next week.
 Stumping the Tundra
 Railroad officials said the Eski- mo program, the first ever at tempted by The Alaska Railroad, would also help to utilize Terri torial labor.
 A trip of recruiters left An chorage via Northern Consoidat- ed Airlines April 10 for Bethel the first leg of the tundra stump ing journey. They included Tom Whalen, an Alaska Railroad em- ployment supervisor; H arol d Groonroos, Alaska Native Service representative, and Ben Baker of the Territorial Employment Ser vice.
 The larger villages of Bethel and Aniak, on the Kuskokwim River, Unalakleet on Norton Sound, and Galena on the Yukon River, served as marshaling cen ters for the recruiting mission.
 Outfit cars are already set up to provide food and lodging for
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
Anchorage Firm Apparent How" Transmission Bidder

Apparent low bidders on con- struction of the Eklutna Palmer transmission line, and distribution system for the government camp, Eklutna project, are the Wiggins Construction Go. and Morrison Knudson Co.,, Inc, Anchorage, the Bureau of Reclamation an- nounced today.
 Three bids were received, all from Anchorage. Bids by the low firm were "only slightly higher than government engineering es- inmates" it was reported, and were far under competing figures. Construction on the transmits sion line will start probably with in a month.
 Route will be transmission from the present Eklutna hydro plant, past the new plant and into Pal mer.
 Finished it will be a 115, 5,000-volt transmission line. Starting unit will energize 33,O00 volts to serve the Matanuska REA. Completion in 1854 will bring it to full volt age of 115,00O.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
New Safety Detector

A pocket-sIze precision lnStru- ment for detecting atomic radi- ation has been developed for mill itary purposes by the Navy's bu- reau of ships and the Naval Re- search Laboratory. It weighs about one-tWelfth as much as equipment now in use.
 The Navy said the radiac (radioactivity detection, indica- ton, and computation) weights only two pounds. It probably will replace a Geiger survey instru- ment known as the PDR-27, which together with a compan- ion instrument for picking up radioactivity in the higher rang es, weighs a total of "A pounds.
 The new device is housed in a waterproof, shockproof plastic case and is powered by pair of ordinary flashlight batteries. It $ push-button operated, easily main tained, and will instantly indi- cate, visually, the values of ato- mic radiation intensities in an area. The radiac's 270-degree- wide scale tells the operator at once whether he is in a safe" or a ''hot" zone.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
ANCHORAGE FIRM OFFERS LOW BID
 ON RADIO SYSTEM

In bids opened Wednesday ap- parent low bidder for radio communications setup for the Bu- reau of Reclamation, Palmer, is the Communications Equipment Corp. of Anchorage.
 Specifications called for a high frequency radio system complete ly installed between the Palmer administration building and the Upper and Lower Portals.
 Tests were made for highest efficiency on radio sending and receiving under conditions in the Palmer area.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

4o-ACRE FARM. 5-rm. house with full basement, some outbui1d- ings. About 5 acres cleared. Electricity, plenty of water. On school bus and mail route. Terms. J. Kucherry, Box sos, Palmer. c-ml6-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

SCHICK-SUPER electric razor; 3-heat 1-burner hot plate; elect. heater. LeDuc, Springer Road.
 p-a20-2t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

NEW FORDSON Tractor, 4 hr. Contact Maitland Knowles at Sunset Motors, Anchorage.
 p-ml6-6t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

ONE-BEDROOM house, only two
 years old. Inside plumbing.
 Partially furnished. Located in Lucas subdivision. Inquire Val ley Frontiersman. c-m2-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

1941 GMC 4 r. Pickup. Al
 Brager, Hi-Way Service, Mile
 45. c-f9-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

BEST BUYS OF THE YEAR: All remaining stock top bargains.
 SMILEY'S, Palmer Drug Bldg.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

1850 BUICK SPECIAL, 4-door deluxe. Heater, radio, dynaflow- Inquire Musicians, Palmer Bar,
 Palmer. c-a13-2t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

4 ROOM HOUSE, bath & water. Located block behind Bert's Drug store. Furnished or un-
 furnished. See or write David
 Rush, Box 699, Palmer c-m3O-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
Classified Ads
FOR SALE

'49 Dodge Panel Truc1-. "~oo1- lent condition. New tires. heat CT. Inquire Frontiersman office.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

s41 4-DR. CHEV. Al Brager, Hi
 Way Service, Mile 45. c-fo-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
Eskimo Help Competent

Eskimos hired at Fairbanks and other railroad points in the past have more than proved their met tie as competent help, according to railroad supervisors. The Eski- mos are quick to grasp the track work and are extremely reliable.
 Salmon canneries throughout Alaska have used Eskimo labor for many years now and are well satisfied" with the results, A. A. Hedges, director of the Territor- ial Employment Service, declares.
 This is the first time the rail road has recruited the Eskimos in mass, however. Transportation to and from the point of hire, plus any meal and lodging ex- penses en route, is to be paid by the Alaska Railroad.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

LATE 1948 Ks 112 ton Interna- tlonal truck, stake body. 2 speed rear axle. Make me an offer, Ernest H. Harrington, Palmer c-a6-3t BUILDING to be moved or build ing and lot centrally located in Palmer. See Gov. Donald Ing alls, Palmer Lodge 793. LOY- AL ORDER OF MOOSE.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

5-RM. HOUSE with water, toilet. 2 cabins, with water. Terms. All
 in Smith Addition. J. Kucherry,
 Box sos, Palmer. c-m16-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

the Eskimos as quickly as they are signed by the railroad and flown to Anchorage for process ing and redistribution to line points.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

WELL BUILT HOME, 4 rooms,
 utility room, bath, garage. To be moved. Kasper Keiser, Box 725 Palmer. p-a20-lt
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

50 CROSLEY Station Wagon;
 heater; like new. Only $1,100.
 Hartley Bros. Motor Go. c-f16-tf
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

OATS & WHEAT, SC lb. Lloyd King on Palmer-Anchorage Hi Way, 1st house east Christen-
 sens school bus garage. p-a13-3t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

T. D.-18 CRAWLER tractor, ser ial No. 12,815; Al shape, H.Y.D. Angle Dozer, Qsaacson)
 new track shoes. Isaacson Double drum P.C.U. For infor- nation write or see David Bry- ant, Palmer. c-a6-4t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

l EVERHOT, complete with cabi-
 net and timer, clock-good con dition. Reasonable offer Ed
 Ueeck. p-a20-
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

1850 CHEVROLET F a-ton pick up; new. Hartley Bros. Motor Co. If.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

4 TIRES, 7.00.20, mud and snow. Nearly new. $40 each. Lester's Trailer Court or Wallis, Bx. 677.
 p-a20-1t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
LOST
SPECIAL SERVICES

OLD or damaged photographs restored. Palmer Studio. Pal mer Studio, Palmer Drug Bldg.
 c-M30-8t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

1948 h-TON CHEV. pickup. Al
 condition; may be seen eyes, Sat. or Sun. $500 first come,
 first served. Bill Reid, Mile 49, Glenn Highway. p-a13-1t
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

HOUSE, four rooms and bath. Sherrod Ave. in Sherrod addi- tion. See or write E. D. DeLand, Box 1784, Palmer.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20

TRUCK, Crash Mo- 110, with Con- tinental 22R motor. Tandom rear. Good condition. Fire Assn. Palmer.
Valley frontiersman., 1951-04-20
FOR SALE

f949 JEEP DELIVERY. Brown
 Cleaners. l5J2l
The Miami times. [volume] (Miami, Fla.) 1923-current, 1951-12-29
TICKET HQ. FOR
MARIAN
ANDERSON
CONCERT SET UP

Final plans for the concert you
will hear rendered by Miss Marian
Anderson at Dade County Audi
forum on January Is are being
made by the Young Business
Mems Club. A new headquarters
has been set up on Third Avenue
and 18th st. and the demand for
reservations are growing each
hour. Many MiamianS have re-
served five and more tickets TO
send to their friends before the
supply is exhaused. The recital
going public is aware of the treat
in store and are making every eff
fort to be on hand when Marian
Anderson Sings"
The rcted Miss Anderson has es-
tabliShed a foundation to aid tall
ented young people, regardless of
race or creed, to do something for
which they nave dreamed all their
lives. Many young people from the
various high schools in Miami are
preparing themselves to greet"
the famed artist and hear the many
experiences of her colorful career.
At least three of the Anderson
Award winners have already scor-
ed in their profession; and, Miami
youngsters look forward to the day
when they will "try-out" for
Marian Anderson Award.
The Young Business Mems CLUB
and |he Alpha Kappa Alpha So
rority are sponsoring joint recep-
ton for the famed artist upon her
arrival. Plans will be divulged II
later date regarding the time and
place. All youngsters who are mus
ically inclined should be on hand
to greet and meet Miss Anderson
at this time. The inspiration of the
age, "the voice of the century,"
Miss Anderson will bring new
hope and promise to a waning de-
sire in many Of the hearts of
youth.
The Miami times. [volume] (Miami, Fla.) 1923-current, 1951-12-29
VETERANS
QUESTION BOX

Q-I got a GF home loan three
years ago, when the top VA guar
antee was $4,000. I understand that
a law passed since then has raised
the maximum guarantee to $500,
and that I'm entitled to another
CT home Iona guarantee for
$500 - the difference between
the old and new guarantees. May
I use this new CT loan to build
an addition to my house?
A-No. Under the law, your
new CT home loan may be used
only to purchase or build another
house, and not to improve your
present one.
Q-I have just been discharged
for wounds l received in Korea.
Can you tell me what type of
Government life insurance l may
be entitled to get?
A-Several types of policies are
available to newly discharged dis
abled veterans. They include term,
ordinary life, 20-pay life, 30-pay
life, and endowment plans. How
ever, totally disabled veterans may
not be issued endowment policies.
Q-I was disabled in a bus &C
cident while travelling under or
ders from my draft board to an
induction station. What's my dead
line for applying for the new form
of Government life insurance.
A-You must apply for the in
surance within one year from the
date you suffered your disability.
The Miami times. [volume] (Miami, Fla.) 1923-current, 1951-12-29
PROGRESSIVE
NO. 20, O.E.S.
CELEBRATES 5TH
ANNIVERSARY

Progressive Chapter No. 20 or
der of Eastern Stars of Browns
vile, celebrated their first ami
versary, Sunday, December 8,
1851 at the Masonic Temple, 48l8
NV 9th ave.
Climaxing 6 months of activi-
ties, two teas, fashion show with
clothes furnished by Mr.. Bob;
hats and bags by Mrs. Bessie
Farley.
The climax came Dec. 9 with
Dorsey high band and their ma
joretteS leading.
A very appropriate program
was rendered, every number In
place. Sis. Emma Lee Scott,
worthy matron of pride of Hol-
lywood No. 143 was mistress OF
ceremony.
Welcome address by Sis. Davis
Williams, OES 90; Violin solo by
Mr.. Higgs, accompanied by Mrs.
Higgs; history, Sis. Essie Cooper,
OES 90; selection by Southland
female group.
Rev. ]. N. Byrd, pastor of Mt.
Tabor Baptist Church delivered
and address: THE life of Ruth;
solo by Sis. Lucille Thomas, OES
90. piano medley, Miss Mercedes
Pendar, OES 90. The officers and
members were introduced by dep
uty grand master E. D. Burts.
The annual message by our
beloved worthy matron Sis. Viola
Hill. subject 1865 days for the
Masonic Family"
The officers and members have
worked untiringly with our
worthy matron this five years to
help the officers and members and
worshipful master Burts of Pro-
gressive Blue Lodge No. $40 to
erect one of the most modern
masonic temples in Florida OF
which we are proud.
We have emerged from one OF
the smallest and youngest chap
tiers TO one of the most outstanding
chapters in South Florida.
Boosting of two deputies in our
chapter Sis. Viola Hill, deputy
state al large, OES and Sis. Ora
Lee Adams, associate matron, as
deputy of juvenile receiving her
honors from Illustrious Grand
The Miami times. [volume] (Miami, Fla.) 1923-current, 1951-12-29
Master c. II. Henry az
MRS. VIOLA HILL

Master c. H. Henry go
The worthy matron expresses
her appreciation to the visiting
matrons their officers and mem
bers, the masonic family and all
the officers and members of Pro-
gressive chapter No. 20 for their
loyalty for the past five years.
Praise goes out to Sis. Altamease
Mcdonald, OES 20 for such a fine
program and Sis. Mary B. Mar
shall, Sis. Matte Wilson, Sis. Doris
Williams, Sis. Nellie Spicy, Sis.
Carene Pierce for a lovely book.
The worthy matron was proud
recipient of several beautiful and
useful gifts - Mr.. George RoSSer,
Patron, Sis. Ora Lee Adams, Sis.
Matte Wilson, Sis. Doris Williams,
Sis Mary Bell Marshall also re-
ceived lovely gifts in recognition Of
outstanding service rendered.
The amount raised was $500 in
this drive.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05

Cpl. Aaron Lovette, now with
the fighting forces on the
bloody battle fields Of Korea
writes to Guilford Edwards,
Superintendent of the Cherry
Grove Sunday School saying: Il
know that lots of my friends
have forgotten about me, but I
am here in Korea along with
many Of our boys from the good
old United States of America.
II want to take this opportun-
ity to ask each of you a favor
that will be greatly appreciated
by our fighting men here in
Korea. I want to ask you. the
n eraLSrs - --ta.e> C4eiay Cove
church to please pray for our
men who are on the front and
that the war will soon be over.
my organization has good
living quarters in which we are
very grateful. 1t has been snow
ing for the last three days and
our fighting men have to sleep
in fox holes with no way of keep
ing warm other than a sleeping
bag. this is why I ask you the
members of the Cherry Grove
Baptist church to please reHem-
her our fighting men in your
prayers"
Aaron Lovette
CPL. Lovette is q son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Rex Lcvette o. Tabor City
Rt. PA recent Letter to his
mother brought the information
that he would soon be heading
for home.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05
SLIM" MINIS STRING BAND
tn SHOW HERE DECEMBER Is

"Slin," Minis and his Dream
Panch Bows, a popular group OF
musicians heard daily over
WINK, Florence, S. c., VIII pre-
conf what promises to be hlgn-
iv entertaining program at the
high school auditorium IN Iaoor
civ Thursday night Decerlioei
Is, at 800. :. boirc
-; The musical group is beins
brought to Tabor City under the
auspices of the Order OF tne
Paipbow Girls and receipts IRON
K tSa event will be used for a
worthy project. featuring
~ ' al new show with 1One e e
an an - sCharlis From College,
ICY 10y have Benny Earl ana A. +
freq !1. Iio'1 Danny Ray, king OF
guiInr, with guitar, banjo MO I his
nandolin; Jodie joiner, ,., wei Clark.
li ma Tine fiddling; Jerry e Ia
ola '! steel guitar; Leslie s saifay
"U TSie bi6 group is sa iuin 10
nrs Of the most entertaining ts and
be Dsss qee til in the South I'll v anG
they have De1 hospitals and clubs
ou Gus tet South Carolina
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05

cltloS and Merchants Association
set Friday. December q. as the
date for the big celebration.
High North Carolina political
figures are being sought for the
occasion and Governor w. Kerr
Scott will be among those sought
for the opening.
Traffic will be allowed TO cross
the bridge and the new hardsur
face on either side for the first
time when the ribbon is offici-
ally cut and the road opened on
that date.
Local civic leaders this week
nemed E. w. Fonvielle as the
overall chairman of this celebra-
ton and he has been placed with
the responsibility of making
necessary arrangements.
Many free gifts are expected
10 be handed out to children at
the opening and trade certifi
Gates worth their actual face
value at various Tabor City
stores will be given to Bruins
wick county citizens attending
the ceremonies.
Other valuable prizes are also
to be given away.
Progress also was reported by
G. L. Dorman. chairman of a
committee of merchants to erect
an approprite billboard in the
area. A large eight by "a foot
sign welcoming Brunswick coun-
ty citizens to Tabor City will be
placed near the new bridge If
the near future.
A variety of other plans are
in the formation stage for this
event and will be announced
prior to the December 81 cere-
monies.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05
LOCAL STORES
WILL CLOSE
FOR Two DAYS

The Tabor City Merchants AS.
ISOLATION this week announced
that it's board of directors had
decided to ask all stores here to
close two days for Christmas
Tuesday, December Is and Wed
nesday, December 26. All stores
will be open on Christmas eve,
December "a, but will not reopen
for business until Thursday
There had been some sugges
ton that stores close from Satur-
day night until Wednesday
morning but this suggestion did
not meet with the approval Of
most local merchants.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05
Rainbow Assembly
Initial ties One

The Rainbow Assembly met in
the Masonic Hall Monday eve.
ming opening in ritualist form
with Doris Spivev. past worthy
advisor. presiding Lorraine Lo"G
DAUGHTER of Ny nd Mrs. Roy
Long. was initiated into the or
der.
A report was made on tn
THANKSGIVING package Of clo@H
ing and toys sent to the OXfH"c
Orphanage. The order dc cor
to send a large type Bible to II"
Masonic and Eastern Star home
in Greensboro for Christmas
present. The Bible will be placed
in the parlor of the home to BE
used bv the guests at any time.
Tabor City tribune. (Tabor City, N.C.) 1946-1991, 1951-12-05
PIMA COMMITTEE ELECTIONS
TO BE HELD DECEMBER Is

On Thursday, December Ii, a
committee election will be held
in each farming community in
the United States. Community
committeeman will be elected by
their farmer neighbors to help
carry out activities in the vari-
Gus PIMA programs according to
Clyde Wayne, county PIMA chair
man.
A farmer who participates in
any of the programs administer
e6 by PIMA is eligible to vote for
the men he would like to serve as
his committeeman during the
coming year. In each community
three regular members and two
alternates are elected to the com
munity committee as well as a
delegate to the county conven
ton. At the county convention
on Friday, the delegates elected
nominate and elect the county
committee consisting OF CHAIR
man, vice-chairman, member and
two alternates.
The county committee elected
bv delegates from the thirty
farming communities will not
only administer the 1852 Agricul'
tural Conservation Program
price support operations, acer'
age allotments and quota pro
grams, and Federal Crop 1nsur'
ance all of which are helpful to
the Nations defense production
efforts, but will administer any
emergency programs that arise
A good community or county
committeeman is a farmer who
is interested in his neighbor's
and his communitys' well-being,
is willing to devote time and
energy to PIMA and other agrl'
cultural work, and has leader.
ship ability and the respect OF
the community.
With world conditions as they
are, we find our agricultural
changes on short notice. 1t is