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Ketchikan, Alaska.
Entered at the Post Ortk-e at Kecthlkan, Alaska as second class mat
ter October 81. 191-1 under llie Act of March 3. 1H?.1
Published Dally by
The Progressive Printing Company
J. E. RIVARl) .... Editor
M. A. MITCHELL - - - Manager
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MONDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1915.
WISE OLD DOCTOR" JONES
After a careful and exhaustive study of the fisher
ies of Alaska in an effort to find some remedy for the
diminution of this valuable asset, Dr. Lester Jones^deputy
commissioner of fisheries, who visited Alaska a year or
so ago in his report just issued, has recommended that
full control of the fisheries and fur bearing animals
be placed in the exclusive control of the department of
commerce and that Alaska be divided in five districts
for admiuistrative purposes.
If this means anything, it means that the doctor
wants to bind Alaska in a bundle of red tape, to be
tightened at the will of a bunch of clerks thousands of
miles away. If it means anything, it means that he be
lieves us incompetent to handle our own affairs; and
while he does not say as much, it is the only inference
that can logically be made.
Of course these recommendations are yet to be adopt
ed by the “higher-ups,” yet if the Alaskaus refrain from
interfering, the chances are that some day—not far dis
tant either—we will find ourselves without the privilege
of getting a mess of fish or a leg of venison without go
ing to Washington for a permit to do so.
His report contains many good suggestions and recom
mendations, that much every fair minded citizen must
admit, and among which is the recommendation that sal
aries of government officials be increased etc. The lat
ter recommendation is worthy of serious consideration,
but should bo applied only when the government officials
are thoroughly competent, fair and in every respect de
serving. If these qualifications are looked for before an
increase in salary is made, the country is safe for a while
yet, because competent officials under the present ad
ministration are hard to catch.
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Navigation on the high seas was much safer in
Noah’s day that it is now. Whales and a few other
small fishes were then the only submarines.
A few days ago it was announced that Presiuem.
Wilson hail decided not to call an extra session of Con
gress. By many, this move is considered otic of the host
moves that can lie accredited to the President, as it will
simplify matters; in that, if the administration is crit
icized for subsequent events, the whole party cannot
very well become subject of attack, thereby lightening
the fall of the party at the next campaign. .
When the management of a large corporation re
frains from consulting the board of directors and fails
in some manner, while the directors cannot be said to be
wholly blameless, yet, the burden falls heavier on the
manager, than on the board of directors as a whole. So
if. will be with the President. If subsequent events
prove the decision to have been unwise, the President
will get it good and plenty, but will leave the Democrat
ic party the chance of saying that it was not consulted.
It is possible that President Wilson, had Tip convened
Congress, would have met considerable opposition to his
policies that would have found outlet during the session
and would have created dissatisfaction not conductive to
hold the party together. Hence, we believe like a good
many others, this move was a wise one.
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There is nothing so amusing as to watch the actions
of a willow* and widower who are desirous of remarrying
when ttiey get together and try to fool each other.
It is ill-advised to complain because people do not
care to do more for you. You should be thankful that
they do not do more to you.
_j. j._
DEFENDED THE IRISH
(From The Kansas City Times)
In the growing Devon district lives H. B. Burk
hart, a widely known investor in real estato, who reg
ularly journeys downtown on a certain Northwestern ele
vated train. The friendly crew of this train often chat
with the real estate man, but one guard expressed dif
ficulty in “remembering the name.”
“That ought to be easy for yon,” said Mr. Burk
hart, the guard being an Irishman. “Mv name, thought
Dutch, is made up of two good old Irish names—‘Burke'
and ‘Hurt.’”
At this an old Irish man who was sitting behind
Mr. Burkhart took his cutty pipe from his mouth aim
growled; “Share, an’ that’s th ’ foist toime 1 Ivor
lieerd that it tuk two Irishmen to make wan Dootehman!”
GOOD WORDS FOR BAD BOYS
(From Life
If anything were needed to prove that there is
good material in bad boys the war has helped to produce
more evidence. Among the English bad boys, three Vic
toria crosses have been awarded to those from reformator
ies and twenty-five more have earned medals for distin
guished conduct.
Most bad boys have courage and energy. In a
crisis this is a combination hard to beat. In ordinary
times, however, it may run into channels not approved of
by the majority.
KETCHIKAN
PUBLIC LIBRARY AND
FREE READING ROOM
10 A. M. to 10 P. M.
MRS. J. B. THOMPSON
Librarian
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AMONG THE CHUBCBifc
Christian Science Society
Subject for Sunday Oct. 3rd, 1916
‘ ‘ UNREALITY ’ ’
Front street, Retcnikau,
Regular Services Sunday 11 am
Wednesday evening reading and
Song Services at 8.00 p.m
Ail Are Welcome
First M. E. Church
Sunday Church semes 11 a in sod
. .30 p. m.
Thursday Prayer Meeting 8:30. p.m.
Friday choir meet* 8 o'oloci.
First and third Wednesday *ft«r
aoons at 2:30 Ladies Aid Society.
H. W. MIOHENKB, Paster
CATHOLIC CHURCH
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Low Mass at 8:30 a. no.
High Mass at 10:30 a. m.
Sunday School at 2:30p.ui.
Sunday Vespers at 7:30 p. m.
Week Day Mass at 8 a. m.
Rev, PAUL P. KERNS.
Paster.
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Saint John’s Church
Rev. Harry P. Corser. Pne~i
charge.
Suudu\ 8 u.m. ^second Sun
day of the month) tlol> Horn
'million.
« 0:45 a.m. Native Sunday
School.
J i a.m. Morning Prayer and
| Sannon. During December, 2n<J
and ilh Sundays.
7:JO p.ni. Evening Prayer
wi !i Sermon. 2nd and 4th Sun
d. ts of December. Musical
st vice 1st and 3rd Sundays.
Thursday 8 p.m. Choir prae
ti e.
Meeting of Vestry first Mon
i day night of each month;
Woman’s Guild, alternate
Thursdays.
A Bald Head Only Indicates
that the scalp has been neglected. W«
recommend that you use
Hair Tonic
Kills the germ that causes the hair to
; fall out aud will keep the scalp healthy,
Ketchikan Drug Co.
Hit The Trail
For the East
Via the
“MILWAUKEE”
The New Short Line and the Alaskan’s Favorite |
All-steel trains and a
Top-notch service where
You’ll be among friends
From start to finish.
For Information or literature write or ask,
C. M. TAYLOR, Local Agent, or
A. E. HARRIS, Traveling Passenger Agent
Juneau, Alaska
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway
PACIFIC ALASKA NAVIGATION COMPANY
THE ADMIRAL LINE
Pcg*t Sound-Cam hokni a Puget Sound-Adaska Route
Route —Tacoma and Seattle lor Ketchi
—Seattle-San Francisco, con- kan. Petersburg. Juneau, Katalla
Yakutai, Cordova, Valdez. Port
necting with the Yale and Havard Wells. Ellamar, La Touche, Cook
lor Southern California Porta. Inlet points. Seward and Kodiak.
Steamers Admiral Evaus And "Watson Call at Ketchikan North and
Southbound on the 8th, 18th and 28thof each month.
Right reserved to change schedule without notice.
H GALLAGHER. Agent, NORTHLAND DOCK GO.. Agent
Jnneau PHONE 60 Ketchikan
AGreat^Reduction^Sale^
111 Dry Goods and Shoes at
GATEWAY STORE
These Lines are to be Closed Out
and the Sale W ill Contnue till They
Are All Sold Out. It Will Pay You
To Call At Once.
A. Kaleel, Prop.
| The grand H
! To-Night! ij
I “The Lamb, Woman and the Wolf” |f
FEATURING PAULINE BUSH, MURDOCK MCQUARRIE AND T
LON CHANSY ^ t
“The Add Test” |
FEATURING CLEO MADISON 1
A COMEDY ^
' » CHANGE OF PROGRAM WEDNESDAY NIGHT
Just Received a Line of
Men’s working pants, a $5.00 value for $3.50
Men’s Blue Serge, a $7.00 value for $5.00
Boys’ Grey Mixture, a $1.75 value for $1.25
Boys’ Blue Serge, a $2.00 value for $1.50
TONGASS TRADING COMPANY
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STERLING ENGINES
The Engine of Refiinement
Made in All Sizes : : :
Sold at popular Prices : :
H. R. Thompson
Distributer
Ketchikan Alaska
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GANNON’S BAKERY & GROCERY
13 lbs. cane sugar $1.00
All milk 3 cans .25
8 oz. can Bakers cocoa .25
Amocat Coffee .40
Reliance Coffee .40
Gold Shield coffee .40
Canned Pineapple .15 & .20
String beans, ,20c. two for .35
Golden Wax beans ,20c. 2 for .35
Pumpkin, 20c. 2 for .35
Hominy, 20c. 2 for .35
Sweet potatoes, 20c. 2 for .35
Krout, 20c. 2 for .35
E. J. Peas, 20c. 2 for .35
Com .15
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Draying
All Orders will ue ;>roiiJi)tly
aid carefully executed.
Contracts Take*i For Anv Viorh
Ketchikan
DrayingCompany
J. VV. CORDELL, Propietor
Phone No. 60.
jmmt—in—ffn"i —s
For Rent—Desirable four roomed
house, hot and cold' water, bath
room, and all the modern conven
iences. Fine view. A pply Mrs.
Young, Newtown. 6t n.lv.
To Hold Examinations
Forest Supervisor,
Dear Sir:—
It has been decided to hold a rang
er examination this fall on or about
October 25 and 26, You have been
designated as the examining officer
for tho examination to be held at
your headquarters.
Yours very truly,
C. J. BUCK
Acting District Forester,
Solid Pack, Amocat and Reliance
Tomatoes, .16
Fancy selected Hazelwood Ranch
Eggs, per doz. .46
Lend fhrerer .cocoanut per lb. .20
Baking powder, per lb. .15
Your money back if not satisfied.
Bread, Rolls, Pies, Cakes and Layer
Cakes, Angel Food, White Cake, Jel
ly Roll, Lemon Roll. Cup Cakes, Gin
ger Bread, Cocoanut Kisses, Maca
roons, Honey Jumbles, Frosted Creams,
Lemon, Sumar, Currant, Spice and Co
coanut Cookies, Doughnuts and Toast.
LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE
Regular Meetings
Wednesday Locals
Visiting brother
cordially invited
! Hall for rent Mon
! day, Thursday No.
! , night Stui6id.
! 224day Friday.
ROYAL CAFE
UNDER
NEW MANAGEMENT
We make a specialty of
short orders at all times
or the day or night.
Our Dinners are un
equaled in the North.
Private boxes for dinner
parties.
MITCHELL BILICICH, Prop
Cask and no Credit Tells the Tale
i
I can Save You Money and the Trouble of sending
Out of Ketchikan for Your Supplies.
Get My Prices on first class groceries for Your
Winter's Supplies, before buying elsewhere.
There has been no chgnge made in the class of
Commodities which I have always carried, simply a
matter of safety first.
Phone 6
G. G. Sparbawk, Ketchikan.
Patronize Home Industry
When Buying a Cigar Call for
KETCHIKAN CiGAR
It is made from the Purest and Sweetest
'i Havana filler the market offords. Made
by hand and union made
TRY ONE
JOHN A. ANDERSON Ketchikan, Alaska
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the Lotus Buffet
Ketchikan Jflaska
The Originator and
Vendor of the Celebrated
“LOTUS FIZZ”
‘Nut' said!
Ketchikan Iron Works
We Cut Gears
THAT ARE
Evenly Spaced
Accurately Cut
ANY NUMBER OF TEETH
FROM
7 to 14 Pitch
AGENTS FOR
Atlas Gas Engines
Oxy ■= Acetylene
Welding
BLACKSMITHING AND
GENERAL MACHINE WORK
Q. E. LINGERFELT, Proprietor
We Manufacture and Keep in Stock all kinds of |
Spruce and Cedar Lumber :
Can fill any order either stock
¥ or cut to specifications ...
I Steamer Vigilant and Barge Blanche §
for charter for freight purposes !
Ketchikan Power Company |
TAKE DOWN YOUR
LACE CURTAINS
and send tliemto this laundry to be
done up. When you get them back
you’ll not be able to tell them from
new ones. We have a special knack
of doing up lace curtains that no
home work ca equal and we can
prove it.
KETCHIKAN STEAM LAUNDRY
For Your
Hardware, Clothing, Shoes, Underwear,
Fishing Outfits.
The Celebrated Walrus Oil Clothing
Go To
N. F. ZIMMERMAN
Ketchikan - - Alaska
Remember that the Firm of 5
n dW A. E. WALKER & CO. |
5 DEALS in HOUSE FURNITURE as well as in HUNTERS’ and g
2 FISHERMEN’S SUPPLIES, such as GUNS, FISHING-TACKLE, g
g TENTS of all Sizes, and kept constantly in stock g
L Prices Most Reasonable. g
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