DRAG WITNESSES
LONG DISTANCES
Fairbanks, November 24.—Once again
witnesses are being dragged from
Eagle, Fort Yukon and even more dis
tant points to testify before the grand
jury, which is now in session at Fair
banks. Ow ing to the late season prog
ress is more difficult this year than
ever. Many open rivers have to be
crossed and mushing across the nigger
heads has proved very trying to those
summoned._
SUPREME COURT CASES
Washington, Nov. 24. — Justice
Wright has refused to dismiss the con
tempt case against Samuel Gompers,
president of the American Federation
of Labor. The other officials who were
indicted with Gompers must also stand
trial.
Chief Justice White has refused to
grant a stay in the proceedings in the
case of the United States against the
Chicago meat packers charged with
conspiracy in restraint of trade.
ROWE DECLINES POST
Seattle, November 24 — Bishop
P. T Rowe of Alaska has definitely
decided to refuse the missionary
bishopric of the Dakotas. The
bishop says he prefers to remain in
Alaska. _
HAL CHASE RESIGNS
New York. Nov. 24.—Hal Chase has
resigned from Ihe management of the
local club of the American baseball
!eag ue.
NOME DREDGES STILL WORKING
Nome, November 24 — The Sew
ard, Solomon and Plein dredges are
still at work, although the temper
ature fell to 9 below last Thursday.
Slush ice was running in Bering
sea Wednesday.
“DIVINE SARAH"
TO MARRY AGAIN
New York, Nov. 24.—Sarah Bern
hardt, the great French actress, will
shortly be married to Lou Tellegran, a
young actor of 20 years. Sarah is 64.
ROADHOUSES NOT OPEN
THIS SIDE OF YUKON RIVER
Earl Byers says that the roadhouses
between the Yukon and Diskaket have
not yet opened up for the winter, as it
has been impossible to freight in sup
plies until more snow falls.
The roadhouses between Diskaket
and this city are now in full swing and
getting a fair of amount of travel for a
starter.
WOOD FAMINE FOR FAIRBANKS
Fairbanks, November 24.—Fairbanks
is threatened with a wood famine this
winter. Both this summer and last
cordwood amounting to several thous
and cords was destroyed by fires, some
of which were undoubtedly of an in
cendiary origin. L. T. Erwin was one
of the heaviest losers last year.
Thanksgiving, a day of good cheer.
Make it a success with Blatz Beer,
Procured in Iditarod
At the Pioneer.—Ramps’ Place.
Post card given away with every pur
chase; we furnish the stamp—at Ans
ley's. _
Pure whisky has been made from
bananas by a Frenchman, a resident of
Paris, and it is claimed that its flavor
is far superior to rye, malt or corn
liquor. _
Try a good steam bath and you will
take no other. GaribouBath and Lodg
ing House.
A fine baby boy was born to Mr. and
Dave Strandberg Wednesday. Both
■mother and child are doing well.
FOR SALE—Light racing sled. Apply
at Riverside hotel.
Just received a fancy line of Graven
stein apples, $8 a box; fancy red apples
$7 a box. At Johnstone’s.
Let us quote you prices on outfits.
Everything absolutely guaranteed.
Northern Commercial Company.
Canvas, house lining, colored burlap
at Beas’ Clothing House.
Annual assessment work blanks at
Pioneer office.
Washington, D. C., November 24.—Alarming re
ports are arriving at the capital from Mexico, and it is
feared that a serious revolt is brewing against the
Madero regime.
Several regiments of American troops have been
despatched to the Mexican border and more are likely
to l*ollo\v if conditions do not rapidly improve.
San Antonio, Tex., November 24.—General Rafael
Reyes, leading opponent of President Madero of
Mexico, was arrested here Tuesday charged with being
a fugitive from justice. He was released on furnishing
bonds to the amount of $10,000.
Mexico City, November 24.—President Madero has
despatched 25.000 Mexican troops to the northern bor
der, where an uprising against his authority is feared.
Pino Saurez has been inaugurated vice president
of Mexico.
Paris, France, November 24. — Former President
of Mexico Porfirio Diaz says that he will never return
to Mexico.
San Domingo, November 24 —President Caticeres of
the Republic of San Domingo has been assassinated.
Washington, D. C., November 24—\ United States
j warship has been ordered to San Domingo, where the
president has been assassinated. A revolution is leared in
the republic and the warship has been sent to protect
American interests.
[San Domingo is a negro republic on the island of
■ Havti, in the Caribbean sea.]
HIGHWAYMEN BUSY AT NOME
Nome, Nov. 24.—A hunter returning from Dry creek, !
near Nome, was accosted by two men and asked for
matches. While feeling for the matches the hunter was
held up and relieved ot his pocket book. The robbers car
ried revolvers, which they presented at the victim’s head.
There is no clue
TRIAL IS LONS DRAWN OUT
Nome, November 24.—The Pioneer Mining Co.’s
suit against the Pacific Coal Transportation Co. for the
possession of the fabulously rich Moonlight claim near
Anvil, is still being heard. Arguments now on will
last at least another two days.
Evidence submitted by the defendants’ laymen
shows that the claim possesses an immensley rich pay
streak at a depth of 29 feet, which continued downward
until they were driven out by water at do feet, or about
three feet from bedrock.
At the highest point the pay ran to 20 cents and at
the place where work stopped, and before bedrock was
reached, it was $2.75 to the foot
Washington, November 24. —Rear Admiral John
Yeatman Taylor, the famous naval surgeon, committed
suicide here yesterday. He was 82 years old.
Rear Admiral Taylor entered the navy in 1853 and
rendered great service during the Civ il War. It was
for these services he was, in 1906, promoted to rear
admiral.
Washington, November 24.— Surgeon General Wal
ter Wyman, who entered the army hospital service in
' 1876, is dead. He was 63 years old.
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Fairbanks, November 24.—Ed. Owens, who has,
just arrived from Circle, brings a distressing story of
the fate of James Akerman, a Hollander, who first
went to the Koyukuk in 1896.
Owens says that Joe Elliott, who was working on
Prosperity channel, was attracted by the loud Parking j
of a dog. Going to the place whence came the barking
he saw a hole in the ice and, at the bottom, in ten feet j
of water, there was the body of a man, with his armsj
across his breast. The broken condition of the ice j
showed that a fierce struggle had taken place. The j
dog was lying beside the hole.
When the body was brought to the surface it wasj
to be that of Akerman, and examination of his clothes
revealed $400 worth of gold dust. The tragedy re
mains a mystery.
Travelers to Prosperity channel complain that
they are greatly hampered by the lack of snow.
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CHINK REBELS ATTACK
Pekin, November 24.—The long-expected attack on
this city took place Wednesday and the rebels are in pos
session of the Chuns Han fort. Fierce fighting preceded;
the capture of the fort.
'Phe foreign residents of the city are fleeing to the north
for safety. It is feared that many will be massacred.
The bombardment of Nan King by the rebel warships
is likelv to begin soon. Admiral Sah, who was in com
mand of the fleet before the sailors mutinied and joined the
rebels, is now kept captive bv the latter.
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Whatever may be the reason for its tremendous ]
! success: whether it was because of the popularity of
, the dog tribe in the camp, or whether it was due to the
! strenuous efforts of an able committee, one thing can
! certainly be said: the Kennel Club masquerade held at
; A- B. Hall last Thursday was easily the most success
: ful dance held in the Iditarod.
Not only was the attendance (between 250 and 300)
! a record one, but everybody present made the most of
the occasion, and the result was an evening of un
alloyed pleasure. Long before the hour for the dance
arrived it was the sole topic of conversation about town
and on the creeks; and when the hall began to fill and
the seats in the balcony to be occupied, it became evi
dent that the right key had been touched for the
Kennel Club’s first social event.
Considering how far Iditarod is from the marts of
the world, it was surprising to see the magnificence of
many of the costumes, and the cleverness and inventive
genius displayed in others. Mrs. C. D. Carter’s char
acter-impersonation of Rostand’s “Chantec'er” for in
stance was extremely clever, and well worthy of the
prize. Mrs. Claude Baker as “Liberty” was adjudged
the best dressed lady, and the decision met with popu
lar favor. Nat Lyons, who impersonated a “Swell
Coon,” was awarded a prize as the best dressed gentle
man. Stewart Holmes and Miss Smith were very good
impersonators of i’Buster Brown and Little Bright
Eyes,” and the whole “Damm Family.” consisting of
Mrs. Newnan, Mrs- Worden and E. G Lindberg, Jack
Holmes, Archie Allen, W. Sunderbruch and Charles
Hanover, were well received. Mrs. Joe Burns’ costume
is also worthy of special mention. It consisted of an
elaborate and clever gown, with painted mala mute
heads on the skirt, and the words “Iditarod Kennel
Club” embazoned on a sash and on the head-dress in a
very effective manner. But it was left to enter
prising Flat citizens, headed by Dr. C. D. Carter, to
present the chief laugh producer of the evening. This
item consisted of a burlesque of the gold robbery, very
cleverly conceived and executed, and heartily applauded
by the audience. _
The prize waltz was won by Mrs. Bert Moores and
Dave Mutchler. The prize two step went to Mrs. Jos.
H, Smith and Jack Saunders
While those mentioned were generally regarded as
the leaders, many other characterizations were of such
a high order that it would be impossible to single out
those worthy of special mention, and lack of space
forbids a full list.
The dancing was greatly enjoyed and continued
until past five in the morning. Even then some of the
masqueraders were not content to woo ‘'Dame Nature’s
sweet restorer,” but continued the revel until well
toward noon.
During the evening an excellent supper was served
at the Merchants cafe, where the tables had been
tastefully adorned for the occasion.
Mr s. Maher’s orchestra supplied the music.
The dance committee consisted of Cyril P. Wood,
Walter Hunsaker, Geo. Marsh, J. F. Baird, Captain A.
H. Petersen, Starr Ballard, E. Coke Hill, John Frick,
Dr. E. M. Spaulding, Dr. C. D. Carter, Jos. H. Smith.
BRIEFS BY WIRELESS
|
Aviator Fowler has arrived at Abi- j
ene, Texas, on his flight across the
lontinent from west to east.
Severe earthquakes have been felt
.hroughout Germany and Switzerland.
The second trial of Dr. Hyde has
jommenced at Kansas City. Hyde is
accused of the murder of Millionaire
Swope.
Governor Clark of Alaska is suffering
from an acute attack of pneumonia.
Major Strong goes to Europe.
During the week the Italians in
Tripoli dropped bombs from aeroplanes
into a Turkish camp, completely de
stroying same.
Officials of the American Federation
of Labor have agreed to give one
month’s salary apiece toward the Mc
Namara defense.
The United States treasury depart
ment will send a surgeon to Alaska to
study health conditions.
President Taft has a severe cold,
which is delaying the preparation of
his forthcoming message to congress.
Select Outside Lumber, coirugated
iron and roofing paper at Ross & Nes
tor's. _
New Barber Shop
Phil the Barber has opened a new
barber shop on Willow street, two
doors from the Red Cross drug store,
where a first-class shave costs 25 cents
and an up-to-date haircut is marked
down to 75 cents.
FOUND—Black pocketbook containing
private papers ef Chris Whiskow was
found last Friday on Flat trail, and is
now at Pioneer office, where owner
may recover same.
Champagne punch on tap all day
Thanksgiving at Pioneer saloon.
BARROW ACCUSES
BURNS OF LYING
New Orleans, November 24.—
In an address delivered here, De [
tective Burns, who secured the ar
rest of the McNamara brothers on
a charge of complicity in the Los
Angeles dynamite outrages, said j
that witnesses for the prosecution
had been threatened with death if
they testified against the accused.
Los Angeles, November 24.—
When C'aretrce Darrow was in
formed of Detective Burns’ state
tnents regarding the threatening of |
witnesses he simply said, “Detect
ive Burns is lying.”
Seven jurors have so far been j
agreed upon by both sides.
NO RUBY WIRELESS
Tom DeVane recently told a
representative of the Ruby Citizen
that his company has no intention
of putting in a wireless apparatus
at Ruby.
In experiments made the com
pany found it could rig up an in
strument that would work about
500 feet, but no further.
Select Outside Lumber, corrugated
iron and roofing paper at Ross & Nes
tor’s. _
No chance to catch a cold if you use
the porcelain tub baths at the Iditarod
hospital. _
Christmas and New Year cards at
Ansley’s. _
Fresh fruits, nuts, dates, soft dt-inks
latest papers and magazines at John
stone’s. ___________
Old papers Sc pound at Anslev’s.
ESTRANGED COUPLE
ADJUST DIFFERENCES
It is reported from Fairbanks that I
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kellogg have over- j
tome the troubles which clouded their j
home life for a season, and are now
happily reunited at their old home in ;
Fairbanks.
—
GEORGE MARSH MEETS ACCIDENT
George Marsh met with an accident;
Friday morning, when he slipped and
put his knee out of joint. He had to '
be taken home on a sled and is now
under the care of Dr. Wortmann.
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JAP TORPEDO BOAT FOUNDERS
Tokio, November 24. —A Japanese |
torpedo boat foundered at sea last!
Wednesday and the crew of 45 werej
drowned. _
MARQUIS KOMURA DEAD IN JAPAN
Tokio, November 24.—The Marquis
Komura, famous Japanese statesman,
dead. _
The Ruby Citizens’ Improve
ment Association have elected D.
J. O’Brien to act as fire patrolman
at a salary of $250 a month
Fifty Optimo cigars for $3.50 at Ans
lev’s._
G & U goods at Pioneer saloon.
All kinds of mantles at Ansley’s.
Location blanks—Pioneer office.
Bill-of-Sale blanks—Pioneer office.
It is stated officially that the
Nuluto wireless station will not
be ready until. January next.
The Pioneer for Job Printing.
I
Nome, November 24.—An agi-1
tation is on foot here to secure an j
appropriation from congress't'or j
the purpose of building a jetty at
Snake river, for the use of the
mosquito fleet. At present the
bar at Snake river hampers the
fleet, but the building of a jetty
would eliminate the trouble.
Wires have been sent to Dele
gate Wickersham asking his co
operation.
REAGAN VICTIM DEAD
Private advices received at
Fairbanks report the death of
Violet Meyers, the young girl of
that city who was raped by Wil
liam Reagan, who is now serving
time for the crime.
The girl gave birth to a 14
pound boy at the Seattle Gene
ral Hospital lastt August. She
survived the trying ordeal, but
never recovered her health fully
and the immediate cause of death
is unknown.
Her mother has gone violently
insane __
A wireless from Kaltag says
that 130 pounds of mail for Idita- j
left that alace this morning
■———
We exchange magazines for 25c—at
Ansley’s. __
G & U goods at Pioneer saloon.
Buy your winter clothing. H. Boas. I
Let Sunderbruch figure on your outfit. ^
IN THUMPING CIRCLES
San Francisco, Nov. 24.—Packy Mc
Farland is here training for his
Thanksgiving day fight with Tommy
Murphy.
Los Angeles, Nov. 24.—Rivers and
Conley fought 20 rounds to a draw here
here yesterday. Welsh and Wolgast
are training hard for their Thanksgiv
ing day go._
TWO MAILS RECEIVED THIS WEEK
Four hundred pounds of mail
arrived last Wednesday, much ol
which was magazines coming via
St. Michael for Mahmoud Kahn
There was nothing from the upper
Yukon.
Today mail arrived in which was
contained matter from Fairbanks
and Ruby. Carrier Larson brought
it through from Nulato and readied
Iditarod before noon of the eighth
day. Fie “siwashed it” three or
four nights.
REGISTERED AT IDITAROD HOTEL
Peter Farrell H C Crause, Jim Kay,
D E Browne, Sam Stanich, D W Cohee,
Charles Carroll, A V Thorns, Matt
Huggu, E J Ives, L T Vig, T P Aitken,
W B Thomas, L A Radigan, SG Lipp
sett, Ed Wilkinson, Mrs Oscar Gardi
ner, Dr C D Carterand wife, Joe Burns
and wife, Bert Moores and wife, M Mc
Donald, C R Peck, V H Pierce, R S
Hart, Flat City; T J Tay'or, C H Stan
ford and wife, Kuskokwim; Andrew
Nerland, city.
Buy your cigars by the box cheap ai
Ansley’s.
Champagne puncti oa tap all day
Thanksgiving at Pioneer saloon.
G & U goods at Pioneer saloon.
BEATTIE CONFESSES
BEFORE EXECUTION
Richmond, Va., November 24 —
Henry Clay Beattie, Jr., was elec
trocuted here this morning at 7:23.
Before being taken to the electric
chair Beattie admitted that he had
murdered bis wife.
The members of the dead man’s
family are prostrated and heart
broken. __
HI GILL EXONERATED
Seattle, November 24. — The
grand jury which has been investi
gating the graft charges in Seattle
has been discharged. The jury
praises former Mayor Hi Gill, but
condemns the various departments
for the grading that prevailed.
The trial of Col Alden J. Blethen,
who has been indicted in connection
with the scandals, commences next
next Wednesday.
INVESTIGATE CHITINA
Cordova, November 24.—Judge
Cushman has called the attention
of the grand jury to the bad social
conditions prevailing iu the town
of Chitina, on the Copper River
railroad, and advises them to go to
Chitina and investigate matters for
themselves.
ABE LIKELY TO STAY IN
San Francisco, Nov.24:—Judge Dunn
has refused to dismiss the remaining
indictments against Abe Ruef, and the
chances of Ruef regaining his liberty
are now doubtful.
FOURTH SUDDEN DEATH AT NOME
Nome, November 24. — John
Bouchard an oldtimer of Nome,
dropped dead on Center creek this
week. This makes the fourth case
of sudden death to come upon Nome
within tire past four weeks.
WOOD CASE BEFORE
0. S. COMMISSIONER
A few days ago the case of Buckley
vs. Rato was tried in the commission
er’s court at Iditarod.
The plaintiff claimed that he had
cut about 54 cords of birch and spruce
wood on the right limit of Otter creek,
about a mile from Flat, before the first
day of June, and that the defendant, in
the early part of November, had ap
propriated and taken possession of the
wood. The defendant claimed that he
was the owner of the wood through a
purchase of the same from Sheedy and
Dempsey.
An interesting question was raised
by the defendant’s attorney when he
claimed that the plaintiff, having had
no permit to cut wood upon the public
domain of the United States, had no
right or title to any wood he might
have cut, and could therefore maintain
no action against any person who
might have taken or destroyed the
wood, and that the government still is
the owner of the wood and has the
present right to take it from anybody
in whose possession it may be found.
After hearing all the testimony
Judge Stanton took the case under ad
visement, and it is likely that the
matter will finally be disposed of by
the district court.
E. Coke Hill appeared for the plaint
iff and Henry Roden represented the
defendant.
RUBY DISCREDITED ON YUKON
While Earl Byers did not personally
j run across any one from Ruby during
J his trip to St. Michael and back, he
j talked with several regarding the out
| f°r that camp, and the general
! opinion along the Yukon seemed to be
| that Ruby is the greatest “frost” ever
J known in the history of the Nerth.
Some Rubyites do not share this
opinion. On the Contrary, a well-known
business man of Iditarod, who has a
brother at Ruby, received an urgent
appeal for money during the week,
said money to be used for the purchase
of some mining interests in the new
camp. The wire was so worded that
| the recipient could not help but 3»nd
j the amount asked for, although he
knows no particulars of the proposed
deal. _
Champagne punch on tap all day
j Thanksgiving at at Pioneer saloon.
Tents and tarpaulins, Boas, clothiey*