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VO, ,tme ONE KETCHIKAN, ALASKA, MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 1910. NUMBER 92.
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* TIN FROM ALL THE RESERVES
HAVE BEEN CALLED
TO THE COLORS
MAKES LARGE ARMY
Will Join 'T'he Teutons For
.,e Purpose of Invading
Egypt
BERLIN, Jan. 10—It is officially
announced today that the Turkish
government lias ordered all the re
servists to join the colors. This
means an increase of the army of
at least one million men.
While not positively' known, it
is thought nevertheless that as soon
as the reservists have been organ
ized and equipped, an invasion of
A Egypt will be started in conjunction
with the Teutons’ forces.
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GOVERNMENT STEAMERS SOLD
SEATTLE, Jan. 10—Both the
government steamers Gedney and
McArthur were sold today to the
Panama Pacific Commercial Com
pany and the Bloomskog Invest
ment Company for the sum of six
ty thousand and fifty dollars.
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SEATTLE, Jan. 10—R. L. Tompson
today in an affidavit fiied with the
clerk of the council, declared himself a
candidate for the council at the
coming election.
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WILL ORGANIZE THE COUNTRY
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—The of
ficials of the suffragette movement
said today that it was the inten
tion of the organization to hold
meetings in every district in the
United States, that the fight will
be carried on to the last ditch.
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PREFERS TO LIVE IN PRISON
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DAVENPORT, Iowa, Jan. 10—
Gus Eisenberg, 64 years old, par
doned six months ago from Fori
Madison prison after having serv
ed twenty-eight years on a murder
charge, now asks to be sent back
to the prison.
“I’m lost; I don’t know where to
go. All my' life that was worth
while has been spent in the ‘pen.’
and I want to go back there,” he
said. “Warden Sanders was good
to me, but nobody else outside .nas
been, and I want to return to my
only friend.”
Eisenberg was arrested in Sioux
City in 1S56 for the alleged murder
of a woman and her tw0 daughters.
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NOTICE
Notice is called to all good Moose
that this is their regular meeting
night. All come. A good comfortable
hall.
M. L. CAUGHREAN, V. D.
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Bring in your bit of news. The
Progressive-Miner is always glad
to receive and print news items.
HOLD MEETING
BY BONDFIRE
STRIKERS VOTE AGAINST MED
IATION ANOTHER REGIMENT
IS COMING
NEW YORK, Jan. 10—Youngs
town's strikers today held a meet
ing under a bondfire to listen to
protests against mediation with the
employers in their grievances. The
meeting abopted a resolution to that
effect.
It was said today that in add'
tion to ihe already large congrega
tion of strikers here, another regi
ment will -con arrive fom the
neighboring communities who art
in sympathy with the strikers.
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BUCHANAN TO
PRESS CHARGES
CONGRESSMAN AFTER PROSE
CUTOR MARSHALL’S SCALP
IN THE HOUSE
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—Repre
sentative Buchanan announced this
morning in the House that he
would take the matter of the charg
es prefered against District Attor
ney Marshall who prosecuted the
Hamburg-American Steamship Com
pany’s agent and against whom
Buchanan preferred charges of
grave nature.
The case has brought both Bu
chanan and Marshall into promin
ence of late. Buchanan was in
dicted by the Albany, N. Y. grand
jury for complicity to defraud the
United States which is said to have
been the after effects of the charg
es preferred against Marshall.
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SAY GERMANS INCITED STRIKE
NEW YORK, Jan. 10—The Presi
den of the Tube Manufacturing
Company, of Youngstown, whose
factory was closed on account of
the strike, said today that he was
positive Germans had incited tlie
strike.
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THE BIG PARTY
The farewell dance which the
“Bunch tendered “Doc.” Walker
at the Rink Saturday night was a
huge success; it was estimated that
450 people attended. Despite the
bitterly old night the Rink was com
fortably heated, the floor was fine
and the Emanon Orchestra ' s at
its best. Mother Hunt presided over
the coffee pot and Hi. Stevens of
ficiated at the punch bowl, leaving
nothing to be desired in heir re
pective lines of refreshments. Every
body had a good time and went
home wishing “Doc.” success and
happiness.
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ATTENTION A. B’S.
Due to the cold weather, there
will be no meeting tonight.
H. M. STACKPOLE, A. C.
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At Heckman’s they sell regular
.75 aprons for .45 this week. Adv. 6t.
INTERSTATE COMMERCE COM
MISSION RENDEDS IMPOR
TANT DECISION
IS PUBLIC INTEREST
Despite The Panama Canal Act
They May Continue in
The Business
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—Accord
ing to decision given by the Inter
j state Commerce Commission, to
day, the Great Northern and the
Northern Pacific companies, operat
ing steamship lines in connection
with their roads, may still maintain
their business with their steamers,
despite the Panama Canal Act, that
prohibits it. The Commission found
that the continuance of those ccm
-mnies in the business was for the
public interest and could not be
considered as an infringement on
any one’s right.
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ITALIAN STEAMER SUNK
VIENNA, Jan. 10—A report was
received here late yesterday that an
Italian steamer—name not mentiop
ed—had been sunk in the Adriatic
sea. Of the four hundred aboard
the report says that twc hundred
were drowned. The passengers
were Montenegrins returning from
America to join the colors of their
country'.
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PEKIN, Jan. 10— The personal
agent of the present Emperor, and
former secretary of war under the
republic government, was assassin
ated today.
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THE FORD PARTY ARRIVES
AMSTERDAM, Jan. 10—'The Ford
Peace Party arrived here last even
ing. After a brief stop over, the
party will continue on to the Hague
where others will join in the meet
ings.
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AT THE GRAND TONIGHT
Dustin Famum, the celebrated
actor opens a tw0 night run at the
Grand tonight and is presented by
Jessy L. Lasky, in the Squaw Man.
This is the second run for this
smashing big feature of six reels,
but it is a good one and will bear
repeating , and those who did not
see it can make no mistake in see
ing it now as this will probably
be the last time this picture will
come to Alaska. It takes 264 big
scenes and 127 people to make this
thriPing dramatic western story in
to r. six reel feature. The founda
| tion for the story comes from the
theft of the Orphans fund, of which
I Hen: - Earl Kennal and his cousin,
•Cop. James Wingate are made
! trustees. For the sake of the girl
lie loves, an innocent man assumes
; the guilt and leaves for the west.
; Change of prorgam Wednesday. Ad.
AGREES WITH
SEC. LANSING
THE ANSWER TO NOTE WAS
MADE PUBLIC LATE
LAST SATURDAY
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—Late
last Saturday, the State Depart
ment made public Germany’s reply
to Secretary Lansing’s contention
in the Lusitania incident.
The Secretary in his last note to
Germany, reiterated his previous
contention that the mere placing
of non-combatants in lifeborts when
the prize is to be destroyed, is not,
under the conditions existing at the
time referred to, to be considered
as assuring them a place of safety.
ANNOUNCES
HIS STAND
DECLARES THAT HE IS READY
WITH A CAMPAIGN AGAINST
PREPAREDNESS
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—W. J.
Bryan today announces his readi
ness to start his anti-preparedness \
campaign. It is said that he in- ;
tends to tour the country in cppo- j
sition. He said that his faith in the j
uselessness of the plans advocated i
by the President becomes clearer
every day and that he purposes to
do all in his power to defeat the j
administration in the premises.
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BRYAN’S STATEMENT MAY
CAUSE SPLIT IN PARTY
Democrats Are Highly Displeased
Over Such Action
WASHINGTON, Dec. 10— Demo
crats of high standing are highly
incensed over the statement made
by W. .T Bryan of his intentions to
enter a campaign against the ad
ministration over “preparedness.”
The feeling is such that it is pre
dicted a split in the par*y will be
the result. Advocates j- prepared
ness sav that the ex secretary’s
business is not to meddle with any
plan under consideration.
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SKATING ON BIG LAKE
The cold spell of the past week
has resulted in a heavy coating of
ice on a large portion of the Big
Lake and the devotees of skating
are enjoying this splendid sport.
Yesterday, about fifty people walk
ed out and a large crowd of merry
skaters . disported themselves on
the glassy surface of this beauti
ful lake. The sport promises to be
a popular one as long as the ice
lasts.
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SOUTH FOR A VISIT
Carl B. Lancaster, master of the
popular little cruiser, Taku II.,
accompanied by his wife, will take
passage in the morning on the Ala
meda for the states, They will
visit in Anaeortes for about a month
before returning to Ketchikan.
IS OBJECTED TO ON ACCOUNT
OF HIS PRO-BRITISH
SYMPATHY
DEMANDS HIS RECALL
The Cologne Gazette Say8 Edward
Higgings Has Become
Obnoxious
COLOGNE, Jan. 10—The Gazette
this morning prints an article In
regard to the demeanor of the
American consul at Stuttgart that
calls for attention from the Ameri
can people. It says that Edward
Higgings is altogether a British
subject in the extreme, and for that
reason the United States govern
ment will be asked to recall him
from his post of duty.
The article has created a sensa
lion. j M
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SHARP DEBATES ON RECENT
INVESTIGATION TAKEN UP
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—.De
bates on complaint in various sub
jects of investigation by the dif
ferent departments was taken up
today with Representative Williams
on the floor. In his discourse he
said that the United States would
be fortunate should Japan take
the Philippines. That the inhabi
tants of those two countries under
stood each other.
The next protest to be taken up
will be what is known as “The Eng
lish Contraband list.”
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WILL ENTER GIGANTIC FIGHT
BERNE, Jan. 10—From reports
and indications otherwise obtained,
Germany is planning to angage in
a gigantic fight for the supremacy
of commerce, and that is regardless
of the results of the war. It is said
that plans are already on the way
for the construction of steamships
with which to carry on the fight.
TILLICUM CLUB SOCIAL
Depite the cold night and the big
counter attraction at the Rink, the
Tillicum’s basket social at Moose
last Saturday night was larg
ely attended, the hall being com
fortably filled. Those attending re
port having spent a delightful even
ing. Dancing was indulged in till
a late hour when the baskets were
judged and opened, then came the
serious business of the evening.
Mrs. George Wilkes was awarded a
large box of candy as a prize for
having the prettiest basket. The
pleasure loving public are looking
forward to the next event of the
Tillicums.
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Notice—Skates sharpened at Sul
ly’s. Adv. tf.
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Job printing neatly and prompt
done at the Progressive-Miner.
WILL DEPORT
LAWBREAKERS
AUTHORITIES SAY THAT Si CD
HAS BEEN' DECISION
ARRIVED AT
NEW YORK, Jan. 10—The World
today publishes a statement pur
porting to come frcm the author
ities to the effect that all foreign
lawbreakers who have been indicted
by the several grand juries, will lie
deported. It is thought that such
action would be preferable to long
prosecution. A true bill found a
gainst a person, is said to be suf
ficient grounds to order deporta
tion.
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PEACE IS
IMPOSSIBLE
CARDINAL GIBBONS SAYS THE
PRESENT HEAD OP MEXICO
INCOMPETENT
BALTIMORE, Jan. 10—For the
last several weeks, many complaints
have been received by Cardinal Gib
bons, from Catholic priests in Mex
ico to the effect that discrimination
was being practiced against the
Catholics and their property. In
an interview today Cardinal Gibbons
said that after a thorough investi
gation of the various complaints,
lie had come to the conclusion that
the head of the Mexican govern
ment was incompetent, therefore
peace in the country was an im
possibility.
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ANTI-DRY CAMPAIGN
IS TO BE STARTED
SACRAMENTO, Jan. 10—T h e
Grape Growers Asociation has an
nounced today the intention to start
an anti-dry campaign that will take
every part of the state in. Speak
ers have been secured who will visit
the entire country.
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REHEARSAL TONIGHT
The first rehearsal of the Lyceum
Chorus will be held tonight at Fire
men’s Hall.
The music selected for this sea
son's work will be most interesting
and benificial to all singers and we
want everyone to take hold and
help to make this season’s work the
best yet. Adv.
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NEVER MIND THE WEATHER
No, never mind the weather but
be real Alaskans and put on your
parkas and your mucklucks and
come to the Lyceum Chorus tonight
at Fireman’s Hall.
The coming concert and opera
will be the best ever and we want
all of the singers of Ketchikan to
make things go. Adv.
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Mr. Gardner and associates left
this morning on an extended trip—
on skates.
IS FAVORABLE
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
FOIt WOMAN SUFFRAGE
MEETS ENCOl1RAGEMENT
MAKES GOOD SHOWING
The Suzan 15. Anthony Bill Is
Endorsed by the Senate
Committee
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10—What
is known as “The Suzan B. An
thony Bill” providing for a con
stitutional amendment for woman
suffrage, was reported favorably
today by the committee having it in
charge.
“In our opinion, every principle
upon which universal manhood suf
frage rests, demands extension of
its privileges and responsibilities
to women,” said the report. “They
are subject to laws, are taxed for
the suport of the government, and
consequently subject with men to
common political destiny.”
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NEW YORK, Jan. 10—The ar
rival of the Italian steamer Verdi
lust Saturday night with mounted
guns, will be the subject which the
Secretary will deal with tho Ital
ian government on in the near fu
ture. The Secretary says that a
formal pretest will be made against
such unwarranted action and will
endeavor to prevent its repetition.
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PRESSURE WAS TOO STRONG
LONDON, Jan. 10—The with
drawal of the Austrian troops from
#.ie Montenegrin territory is at
tributed to the heavy pressure
brought to bear against them in
Bessarabia by the Russians.
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JURY IS STILL OUT
NEW YORK, Jan. 10—The jury
having the New Haven case in hand
has failed to reach a verdict as yet,
nd. the presiding judge said today
that the jury would be kept many
days before it be discharged, un
less an agreement is reached
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MOVEMENT OF BOATS
Northbound
Princess May, this evening.
Jefferson, Tuesday, a.m. 11th.
Despatch, Tuesday, a.m.
Senator, (freight only) Tuesday
Southbound
Alameda, tomorrow morning.
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. THE ADAMEDA REPORTED
Agent C. M. Taylor of the Alas
ka Steamship Co. reports that the
steamer Alameda was due in Ju
neau at 0 o’clock this morning aim
should be in Ketchikan by the same
time tomorrow morning.
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Great “cleanup” sale for tho rest
of the month of January at Heck
man’s. Adv. tf.
STRONG STOVE CO.
VV. G. STRONG. Manager
Monarch Range*
Coa! and Wood
Cook Stoves
Hot Blast Heaters
Camp Stoves
Heckman Bldg.
I Two Specials
For this week only we will
offer 7 oz. canvas gloves for
75 cents per doz.
8 oz. canvas gloves for
$ 1.00 per doz.
P. J. GILMORE, THE CLOTHIER
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J. E. Chilburg Pres. .1. R. Heckman Vice-pres. A. R. Larson Cashier
Miners and Merchants Bank
Foreign and Domestic Exchange
Travelers Checks
Safe Deposit Boxes for Rent
Territorial Depository
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Watch Repairing and Engraving. Diamonds, Etc.
tterthelsen & Pruell
The Big Curio Store of Alaska
Nugget Jewelry and Indian Curios in till Designs
MAIL ORDERS A SPECIALTY
KETCHIKAN, - • - ALASKA
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Hadley Lumber Yard
Correspond with R. L. Petty at Had
ley, Alaska before buying your Lumber.
His prices will save you money. This of
\ fer will only last a short time.
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