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TUESDAY, MAftCH 12, I IMS
Food will win
the War;
don’t waste it!
let the cat die.
MT memory goes a-wandering
Amid the long ago
■When, aa a child. I Joyed to swing
Where summer breexes blow;
The swingers took a turn about
And every lad would cry,
“Don't stop the swing—don’t push me out.
Let the cat die!”
AS life wears on we feel the same.
We men who once were boys.
Ah, how we hate to quit the game
And cling unto its Joys!
When younger comrades restless grow
And show it in their eye.
We want to say, as long ago.
"Let the cat die!”
AND so I think when at the end
Time claims his final due.
We shall not greet him as a friend,
Hir face rejoice to view.
I fear, for one. that 1 shall grieve
To Bee his scythe—will sigh,
Tv.e swing of life how loath to leave,
“Let the cat die!’’
—Samuel MInturn Peck.
THE COMING OFFENSIVE
Charles Edward Russell, who was
a member of the Root commission to
Russia, seems to have suffered from a
case of nerves in reading the report
of the formal cessation of hostilities
on the part of Russia. Mr. Russell—
though by no means alone in his opin
ion—predicted that the Russian dem
ocracy would continue to fight ,with
the allies. After seeing that prophecy
fulfilled, with the reverse English, he
might have been just a trifle more
cautious about forecasting defeat for
the allies this year.
The weight of military opinion, ex
cept in Germany, is that the much ad
vertised grand offensive of the kais
er’s “great Hindenburg,” will prove
another Marne or Verdun for German
autocracy. No sane person seeks to
underestimate the possibility of a ser
ious German offensive in the West,
now that the eastern front is no long
er a source of concern for the central
powers. But if the allies have failed
to gather a preponderance of men and
materials on the western front during
the past three years their whole mili
tary system has broken down. That
affairs there are in such state is In
conceivable.
TH E EMPRESS
TUESDAY EAGLE HALL 8 SHARP
Photoplay Star Extraordinary
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BLANCHE SWEET
IN
“The Sowers”
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Blanche Sweet, one of the most noted stars of the screen, appears
in the leading role of “The Sowers” and will be seen In a part teem
ing with human sympathy. The supporting company is brilliant in
personnel. It Includes Thomas Metghan, the young leading actor who
recently made such a success In the Lasky production, “The Trail of
the Lore ome Pine;” Theodore Roberts, Mabel Van Buren, Camille
A stor, Horace B. Carpenter, Ernest Joy and other members of the
Lasky all-star Company.
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Special Orchestral Music
Admissfort 306
It Is the view of military experts
at Washington that Germany cannot
mass more than 2,600,000, or at the
most 3,000,000 men, In the West. Ap
parently, however, these figures do
not take Into account the 1,600,000
Austro-Germans In Russia whom Mr.
Russell sees returning to the battle
line. If offensive is launched within
the next few weeks—and it may be
expected between now and April, de
pending on the condition of the wea
ther and Germany's preparations—
the difficulty of gelling these prison
ers in line Is obvious. The point also
is made that Germany dobs not de
sire to have the‘ e prisoners repatriat
ed because of the effect their radical
views might have on the German
army. i
In a recent statement hecreiary
Baker asserted that the allies in the:
West were superior to their foes in j
both men and guns. The same convic
tion was expressed by Major General
Maurice in London a few days ago. In
other words, the allies believe they
have a preponderance of war sinews,
and not only can prevent any mater
ial gains being made by von Hinden
burg but can win the decision them
selves. In this connection it is import
ant to recall that the allies have main
tained the offensive in the West for
more than a year because of the su
periority of their armies.
Of course, Germany’s aim ts to hit
before American weight is thrown in
to the scales. But that weight is be
ing made more ponderable daily.
Moreover, England has called up ad
ditional men for contlnetnal service
and France has a large army In the
field. The crisis in Italy is by no means
over, but the Italians are more than
holding their own now and undoubt
edly are strengthening their position
while the winds are in their favor.
From the standpoint of defensive
warfare, it does not seem reasonable
that the allies -Will be able to hold
their ground. With a superiority of
materials the allies were unable to
smash through the German lines. It
is hardly logical to believe that the
Germans, with fewer men than their
enemies, can do so.
Without question the belligerents
are on the eve of tie decisive opera
tions of the war. The loss in life and
money will dwarf the staggering sac
rifices already made. But we see no
ground for pessimism of the Russell
brand.
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CONCRETE SHIP PLAN FEASIBLE
Hudson Maximum, the eminent
American inventor, told a govern
ment commission a short time ago
that the construction of concrete
ships was one of the solutions of the
U-boat menace. He emphasized phy
sical reasons why a concrete hull is
adapted to withstand the shock of a
torpedo. It is not invulnerable but
its quality of toughness gives it un
usual resisting power.
The concrete ship is no longer an
experiment. It is the evolution of a
practical idea. The Norwegians are
the pioneers In concrete shipbuilding
and are proving that a “stone will
float.” One of the Norwegian ships re
cently entered a Canadian port. A
London writer, describing the Nor
wegian experiments, pointed out that
it took only three days to build, one
vessel and that after "setting” for
two weeks it was ready for the water
—which. Incidentally,, is entered up
side down, righting Itself according
to schedule.
The United States government re
gards the concrete ship plan as teas- •
ible. Contracts for a number of con-1
Crete vessels have been awarded. In
crisis when the world—in the
words of Lloyd George—ds calling
for "ships, more ships and still more
ships," the time element is the big
factor in fleet building. The moulded
vessel possesses a decided advantage
over other types in that it can be
completed in a few weeks and it is
not only possible, or highly probable,
that large nunii ers of ships of this
type will soon be sailing the seas.
The pructb ability of the concrete
ship idea i of more than ordinary in
tcrc. t in Northwestern Washington,
where the ma. ufacture of cement is
an Important Industry. The develop
ment of the idea should resylt in the
establishment there—where concrete !
is readily accessible—of a concrete;
shipbuilding plant.
BLANCHE SWEET AT
EMPRESS THEATRE TONIGHT
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The popular actress Blanche Sweet
will appear at the Empress theatre
this evening in “The Sowers,” a
filmed version of Henry Seton Merri
man's famous novel, and deals with
the nihilistic movement in Russia to
froee the serfB from political and in
dustrial oppression. Blanche Sweet
takes the part of the daughter of a
royal Russian household, and displays
some elaborate costumes. The play
teems with human interest. A travel j
picture will be shown and special or
chestral music will be furnished by
Valdez’ excellent organization.
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MARCH TIDE TABLE
Tuesday, March 12.—
First high tide 11:53 a. m„ 9.6.
First low tide 5:44 a. m., —0.4.
Second low tide 6:08 p. m., —1.1.
Wednesday, March 13.
First high tide 0:19 a. m., 9.6.
Second high tide 12:41 p. m., 9.5.
First low tide 6:30 a. m., —1.2.
Second low tide 6:47 p. m., —0.8.
Thursday, March 14.—
First high tide 0:56 a. m., 10.1.
Second high tide 1:28 p. m., 9.1.
First low tide 7:17 a. m., —1.6.
Second low tide 7:25 p. m., —0.4.
Friday, March 16.—
First high tide 1:35 a. m., 10.3.
Second high tide 2:16 p. m., 8.4.
First low tide 8:04 a. h., —1.7.
Saturday, March 16.—
First high tide, 2:16 a. m., 10.1.
Second high tide 3:06 p. m., 7.5.
First low tide 8:63 a. m., —1.4.
Second low tide 8:43 p. m., 1.1.
PAID ADVERTISEMENT
CHAS. A. SULZER
Candidate For Re-election
As
DELEGATE TO CONGRESS
From Alaska
‘•Ip deciding to enter the primaries as & candidate for Delegate to
Congress from Alaska, I feel impelled to make a brief statement to
the people of the territory1. It is now nearly a year since I was seated
in the House ds Alaska's representative to congress. During the most ,
of this time the United States has been engaged in a world war, and
every resource of the nation, including money and man power is be
ing devoted to the single purpose of winning this great war. Every
member of congress in considering legislation for the nation, has
placed the coqntry’9 war needs above all needs and requirements and
has subordinated his desires to the military establishment of the
United States.
“Alaska nas responded nobly to the nation's call. She has given
her share willingly, and unstin(lngly. When the democratic party
went before the people of Alaska in November,, nineteen sixteen, it
stood for a certain constructive program which embodied as its prin
cipal elements a wider measure of home rule for the territory, and a
sane and rational policy in the development of natural resources and
every possible aid to the pioneers of the country.
“I have introduced among others the following bills in congress
which I am pressing tor passage as opportunity affords:
“Granting Alaska full territorial form of government with home
rule the dominating principle. v
“Regulating the fisheries of Alaska along lines that will be fair
to all, and the protection of the salmon supply from depletion.
“Making changes in the homestead laws by abolishing the eighty
rod reservation.
“Authorizing free surveys of homesteads in isolated sections.
“Changing the game laws so as to give the people a better oppor
tunity to use the game of the country without its being slaughtered.
"Extending the federal farm loan act to Alaska.
“Providing for the care of Alaska’s Insane within the territory.
“At all times I have endeavored to keep constantly in mind the
needs of the territory and the people of the territory. In spite of the
war some measure of progress has been achieved. I have assisted in
passing a law which helped the prospector by suspending assessment
Work on claims during the years nineteen seventeen and nineteen
eighteen, The extension of the wireless and cable system in Alaska has
beeh accomplished with bright prospects for a further extension.
“Recognition' has been forced for Alaska in the matter of appoint
ments to the second series of training camps tor officers. Contracts
which prevented the farmers of t£e inferior from supplying army
posts with their vegetables are cancelled.
i , “Suggestions and requests that I again go before the. peopie of
Alaska have come to me Som Alaskans all over the territory. Relt
erating? my derive to serve the bqst Interests of Alaska I am submit
ting my name as a candidate for the democratic nomination for
!, Delegate to Congress."
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Cooking Fats , Milk, canned Starch, corn
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NOTICE
By order of the Attorney General
of the United States:
All Germans who have not taken
out their full citizenship papers must
report to the postmaster between the
dates of March 18th and 23rd and be
registered.
Aliens will give strict attention to
this notice as any alien who fails to
register will be prosecuted.
F. R. BRENNEMAN,
tf U. S. Marshal.
J. E. WILSON
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in the third division.
Horses bought and sold.
Phone 166.
FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
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F. and A. M.
Valdes Lodge No. 168
REGULAR communications, first
Wednesday in each month in Ma
sonic Hall. Visitors always wel
come.
WALTER ELLIOT, W. M.
C. C. REYNOLDS, Sec.
L 0. 0. F.
Valdez, No, 6
Meets every Monday night at 8:00
o'clock p. m., in Odd Fellows’
Hall. Visiting members cordially
Invited to attend these meetings.
OTTO ELFSTROM, N. O.
R. D. NICHOLLS, Secretary.
Fraternal Order Eagles
Valdez Aerie No. 1971
Meets every Friday night in Eagle
Hall. Visiting Members cordially in
vited to attend these meetings.
ED. WOOD. W. P.
C. J. TODD, Sec.
Order of Eastern Star
Valdez Chapter No. 5
STATED communications, first and
third Tuesdays of each month at
Masonic Hall. Visiting members
always welcome.
RENA E. CRAWFORD, W. M.
3. A. SILVERMAN, M. D. Sec’y.
Valdez RIHiiers Union No. 188
Western Federation el Miners
Frank Gustafson, President,
Veldes Alaska,
GEORGE M. BARRY Secretary.
Veldes Alaska.
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