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FOOD SCRECE
IH GERMANY?
COPENHAGEN, Feb. 18.—The
food shortage in Germany is being
concealed from the people. The
government intends ordering five
million Germans possessing inde
pendent incomes, and also those
not eligible for military service, to
leave Germany until the war is
over, in order to restrict food con
sumption.
Increased Cost of Necessities in Berlin
HOME, Feb. 14.—The price of meat has
been doubled and the cost of bread has
reached 13% cents per pound in Austria.
In Berlin the price of beer hae been ad
vanced.
PREPAREDNESS. FOR WAR
DISCUSSED AT WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19.—That Ameri
can sea coast fort i tic at ions are perfectly ade
quate to meet any emergency, and that they
are even superior to those of European na
tions, was the statement of Secretary of
War Garrison to the house committee on
appropriations today.
The officials of the navy and state de
partments are conferring on the question of
assigning warships to convoy American mer
chantmen through the war zone.
SECRETARY OF INTERIOR
BOOSTING FOR ALASKA
CHICAGO, Feb. 17.—Secretary of the In
terior Lane, en route to San Francisco to
represent President Wilson at the opening
of the Panama-Pacific exposition, arrived
in this city today. In a newspaper inter
view he took occasion to speak in glowing
terms of the prospects for future develop
ment in Alaska.
FLOODS AND EARTHQUAKES
IN STRICKEN ITALY
ROME. Feb. 15.—Everywhere through
out the kingdom streams are out of their
banks and floods are prevalent because of
the recent heavy rains.
More Earthquakes
ROME, Feb. 16.—Following in the wake
of the disastrous floods, earthquake shocks
are reported from various parts of Italy.
WANTS UNCLE SAMUEL
TO GUARD HIGHWAYS
OTTAWA, Feb. 17.—The Canadian gov
ernment has asked the United States to
place guards on the highways and railroads
leading into Canada, on account of the nu
merous attempts at destruction of property
that have taken place on and near the bor
der recently.
KING OF MONTENEGRO
OBJECT OF AIR ATTACKS
CETTINJE, Feb. 15. -The Austrian fleet
is bombarding Antivari. Members of the
royal family of Montenegro were subjected
to machine gun fire from an Austrian aero
plane yesterday at their palace in Rieca.
TURKEY AND GREECE
ON VERGE OF HOSTILITIES
ATHENS, Feb 17.—The relations of
Greece and Turkey are strained because of
the retirement of the Greek ambassador at ’
Constantinople on account of his fear of
personal injury.
GREAT FRENCH ACTRESS
SUFFERS LOSS OF LIMB
BORDEAUX, Feb. 17.—Sarah Bernhardt,
the pedant actress underwent an opera
tion for the amputation of a leg on Monday
last.
SENSATIONAL REPORT
BUENOS AIRES, F«b. 17.—It is reported
that the German steamship Holga is due
here, having on board the crews of many
British steamships sent to the bottom by
an unknown German warship.
VESSELS DUE IN WAR ZONE
NEW YORK, Feb. 16—Twenty-seven
vessels recently departed from this port
and are due in the German war tone after
the 17th. Considerable anxiety is displayed
as to their safety.
SOCIAL
DANCE
Given Under the Auspices of
Prof. Hudson*sDancing
Class
AT A. B. HALL,
Sat. Eve., Feb. 27,1915
ADMISSION $2.50
The Best of Music Has Been
Procured
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BLOCKAGES IN EUROPE’S WAR ZONES THREATEN
SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS WITH THE UNITED STATES
LONDON, Feb. 17.—At the stroke of midnight to
night the waters surrounding the coasts of the United
Kingdom will become under German blockade. Neutral
ships must have their names and nationality painted on
their sides if they hope to escape being sunk.
Commencement of Blockade Finds Britain Confident
LONDON, Feb. 18.—A driving rain is sweeping all Brit
ish harbors today, the date set by Germany for the com
mencement of the blockade of the British isles. Supreme
confidence in the British navy is everywhere expressed.
Private advices state that a hundred German submarines
are available for blockade service.
Kaiser Gives Blockaders a Send-Off
AMSTERDAM. Feb. 15.—Kaiser Wilhelm was present
to extend greetings to the officers and crews of the German
submarines as they steamed to sea from Cuxhaven on their
attempt to starve England by means of the blockade which
commenced on the 18th.
Terms on Which Order Will Be Rescinded
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15.—The German ambassador to
day announced to the state department that his govern
ment would consider rescinding the orders to attack Brit
ish merchantmen if Great Britain will withdraw her ef
forts to prevent foodstuffs from going to Germany.
First Fruits of Submarine Blockade
DIEPPE, Feb. 19.—The French steamer Dinorah. from Havre for
Dunkirk, was struck by a German submarine without warning, but was
not sunk. She was towed here, badly damgaed.
British aad French Ready
LONDON, Feb. 16.—Winston Churchill, first lord of the admiralty,
has issued a statement in which he infers that the British and French are
all ready to resist the blockade of the British isles.
Zeppelins on the Lookout
LONDON, Feb. 19.—Zeppelins are reported to be active in the North
sea watching for food laden craft.
Many tourists are marooned on the continent, unable to cross the
channel on account of canceled sailings.
Travel Between England and Continent Suspended
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19.—Advices received here state that all travel
between England and continental Europe has been suspended by the ad
miralty because of the conditions created by the German blockade.
Those Who Brave the Blockade Must Perish
BERLIN, Feb. 19.—The effects of the blockade will not be noticed for
ten or fifteen days possibly. The German newspapers say that whoever
enters the war zone must expect to perish.
Reiterates Warning to Neutrals
BERLIN, Feb. 14.—The government “stands pat” on the war tone
decision, and reiterates the warning to neutral ships. Newspapers here
appeal to Germans not to insult people speaking English on the streets, as
they might be Americans.
Further Threats Made
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16.—Germany has transmitted a note to the
state department stating that she is willing to stop the blockade if Eng
land wi’l allow foodstuffs going to Germany to go unmolested. The note
has been sent to England for the British reply. Unless the German pro- i
posal is agreed to it is stated that the waters around the British isles will
be strewn with mines.
Germany’s Reply to American Note
BERLIN, Feb. 17.- The German reply to America’s protest against
the establishment of the sea war zone was handed to Ambassador Gerard
today. The reply is couched in friendly terms, but firmly maintains that
the position of Germany is well within her rights, because England re
fused to lift the embargo on food, after fourteen days’ notice had been
given.
The note also states that the allies have been purchasing supplies from
America that are absolutely contraband.
England’s Reply
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18.—'The British reply to the American note
protesting against the seizure of American ships and cargoes denies the
assumption that a naval act can hurt American trade. It also states that
the British government is disinclined to allow even food to go through
the blockade, because of the nature of the German organization. Vessels
formerly belonging to the Teuton nations and sold to Americans cannot
be employed in the Bremen trade, the note states.
Kaiser to Confer With Gerald
LONDON, Feb. 15.—It is learned here that the kaiser has invited
American Ambassador Gerald to conference at his eastern headquarters.
American Note Displeasing
BERLIN, Feb. 13.—America’s note protesting against the war zone
proclaimed by Germany is reviewed by several German newspapers, and
the claim is made that the tone of the protest is not pleasing.
French Officials Claim Germany Is in Despair
PARIS. Feb. 19.—Commenting on the reply of Germany to the note
of the United States, French officials claim that it was plainly inspired by
despair
Germany Justifies Her Action
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13.—Unofficial advices received here state that
Germany will contend that their war zone action was justified on account
of England’s trying to starve out the German nation.
Dutch-English Commerce Halted
BERLIN, Feb. 16.—It is reported here that the Dutch have sus
pended all commerce with England with the exception of the mail steam
ships.
Italy Issues Protest
PARIS, Feb. 16.—Advices received here state that Italy has made a
verbal protest to Germany against the war zone decree.
For Benefit of Relief Fund
LONDON, Feb. 14.—It is believed that the cargo of the steamship
Wilhelmina, which was seized some days ago, will be sold for the benefit
of the Belgian relief fund, instead of being turned over to the prize court.
British liners, America-bound, are being convoyed by destroyers out
of the English channel.
Turkey Sends Protest
The Turkish government has issued a protest on account of the sink
ing of the steamship Washington while flying the American flag a few
days ago.
Believed to Have Been Torpedoed
HAVRE, Feb. 13.—The steamships Oriole and London, trading vessels,
are believed to have been torpedoed and sunk by German submarines two
weeks ago, as both are yet unreported.
Not for Prize Court
LONDON. Feb. 17.—No prife crew has been placed on board the!
steamship Wilhelmina, as reported.
British Collier Sunk
HAVRE. F-b. 17.—The Pritish r-liler Ft I'-' c h ha' been toroedoed
and sunk by German submarines off Cape Delaheve. The crew escaped
in boats.
Merchantmen Escorted by Destroyer*
NEW YORK, Feb. 18.—Swift British and French destroyers meet all
threatened steamships flying the Hags of the allies and escort them into
British ports.
Norwegian Ship Strikes Mine
LIVERPOOL, Feb. 19.—The Norwegian tanker Belridge struck a mine
off Dover and was slightly damaged. She has resumed her voyage to
Amsterdam.
Holland Enter* Protest
THE HAGUE, Feb. 19.—Holland has protested against the German
war cone proclamation.
THE WESTERN WAR ZONE
British Aeroplanes Damage Port*
LONDON, Feb. 13.— Thirty-four British aeroplanes and hydroplanes
dropped bombs today on Bruges, Zeebrugge and Biankenberg, doing con
siderable damage.
Germans Fail in Attempt to Destroy Air Craft
BERLIN, Feb. 13.—The government admits that the British have
made air raids at various places and that the Germans have been unsuc
cessful in their efforts to destroy the craft.
Raid Disorganizes German Plans
LONDON, Feb. 14.—The air raids of the British on (mints in Belgium
have disorganized the German plan of making a naval base on the north
coast.
Foreigners Expelled From Alsace
PARIS, Feb. 14.—The expulsion of foreigners from Alsace is being
carried out by the Germans.
Zeppelins War on Trenches
GENEVA, Feb. 15.—Zeppelins and aeroplanes are engaged in battle
above the Alsace trenches.
Million German Soldiers in Alsace
PARIS, Feb. 15.—The Germans have assembled a million soldiers in
Alsace-Lorraine
French aeroplanes have dropped bombs on a German aerodrome near
Muihausen.
Cripiled Airship Seen
AMSTERDAM, Feb. 17,—A crippled airship was seen flying over this
city this morning.
British Aeroplanes Drop Bombs
LONDON, Feb. 17.—Forty British aeroplanes have attacked Ostend,
Ghistilles and Zeebrugge. Bombs were dropped on the the German
forces engaged in battle.
Allies Take Offensive
LONDON, Feb. 19.—The allies have taken the offensive all along the
western battle lines, and have made gains at many points.
THE FIGHTING IN THE EAST
Driving Russians From East Prussia
BERLIN, Feb. 13.—General Von Hindenberg is driving the Russians
by a center wedge from East Prussia, after making an enveloping move
ment.
Germans Celebrate Victory
Flags are flying everywhere about the city on account of the victory
in East Prussia. It is reported that 26,000 Russians were captured in
the Prussian battle.
Austrians Surprise Russian Staff
BERLIN, Feb. 15.—Austro-Hungarian soldiers re-entered Radautz
so unexpectedly that members of the Russian staff were captured. One
general committed suicide.
Returns From the Front
PETROGRAD, Feb. 15.—The czar returned from the front today.
Fifty Thousand Russians Captured
BERLIN, Feb. 17.—Fifty thousand Russians have been captured in
East Prussia.
Russians Driven Out of Bukowina
LONDON, Feb. 19.—The Austrians report that they have flung the
Russians entirely out of the province of Bukowina.
MEXICAN AFFAIRS
Another Change of Presidents?
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18.—The forces of
General Carranza today evacuated Mexico
City and the forces of the Zapatists en
tered and took possession.
Carranza Warned
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13.—Representa
tives of foreign governments in Mexico
have warned Carranza that serious compli
cations will follow his interference with
the diplomatic corps in Mexico.
Spain Aroused
MADRID, Feb. 13.—The expulsion of
Spanish Minister Caro from Mexico has
aroused indignation in Spain.
Spain Wants to Put an End to It
MADRID, Feb. 14.—The Spanish govern
[rnent has asked the powers to join with it
it putting an end to the reign of anarchy
in Mexico.
Villa's Troops Successful
EL PASO, Tex., Feb. 14.—It is reported
here that Villa’s troops have captured Guad
alajara, which was evacuated by Carranza's
forces.
Carranza Says He Is It
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15— Advices from
Mexico City are to the effect that General
Carranza has notified the powers that they
must deal with him in diplomatic matters
affecting Mexico.
Diplomats to Use Their Own Discretion
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16.—All foreign
diplomats in Mexico have been instructed
by their various governments to use their
own discretion about leaving Mexico City.
COMBINATION OF DISASTERS
TUTUILA, Samoa, Feb. 13.—A hurri
cane, accompanied by a tidal wave and
earthquake, has devastated the Manua
islands, in the Samoan group, and the dam
age to property has been great.
RUSSIAN DUMA ADJOURNS
PETROGRAD, Feb. 14.—The sitting of
the duma has been suspended. It is ex
pected that it will be reconvened later in the
year.
TYPHUS ADDS TO HORRORS
PARIS, Feb. 17.—Typhus fever has
broken out among the Servian prisoners
of war.
RAILROAD APPROPRIATION ASSURED
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13.—After vicious fighting lasting an hour, the item appropriating $2,000,
000 for the Alaska government railroad remains in the sundry civil appropriation bill as it will be
passed by the house.
Congressman Tribble of Georgia vigorously assailed the bill, claiming no necessity existed for the
expenditure when funds were so low. Gillette of Ma ssachusetts and Bartlett, also of Georgia, joined in
the opposition.
Congressman ntzgerald or New York, chairman ot the committee on appropriations Houston or
Texas, Mann of Illinois, Falconer and Bryan of W shmgton, Stafford of Wisconsin, Sherley of Kentucky
and Delegate Wickersham defended the appropriati on.
No Trouble Expected in Senate
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15.—It is expected that n o trouble will be experienced in passing the Alaska
railroad appropriation in the senate. _
IDITAROD WINTER WEATHER
The weather during the past week has
been the most severe of the winter. In fact,
it has been the first time during the winter
when zero weather has prevailed for more
than a day or two at a time. The weather
has been bright and clear, and the extreme
| cold therefore caused little discomfort. The
j temperatures recorded below possibly do not
show the minimum reached, as only one
reading a day is taken. Other instruments
are said to have recorded as low as 46 de
grees below zero.
. Observations taken at the Budweiser,
| corner of First and Richmond streets, at
j 6 a. m. each day:
Above Below
I Zero Zero
Feb. 13. 6 .... Cldy; windy
Feb. 14. 15 Clear
Feb. 15. 17 Clear
Feb. 16. 30 Clear
Feb. 17. 36 Clear
Feb. 18. 3 8 Clear
Feb. 19. 39 Clear
WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY
DANCE AT FLAT CITY
The boys of the Moose lodge entertain
ment committee have been a busy bunch
during the past few days preparing for
the big ball and banquet to be given next
Monday night (Washington’s brithday) at
the Moose hall in Hat City. This is an i
event that the friends of the order have
been looking forward to with great interest j
in eager anticipation of a jolly evening of i
feasting and dancing. Ample arrangements
have been made to take good care of all
visitors, and as this will probably be the |
last big social gathering by the lodge under
the management of the present capable J
^entertainment committee, the members j
thereof are determined that it will be a
hummer.
“WATERFRONT” BROWN
ASSAULTED BY GATELEY
An old feud of years’ standing between
Waterfront Brown and Martin Gateley,
widely-known residents of Fairbanks, broke
out in a new place a few weeks ago, when
the latter “clotted” Brown on the head
with a piece of gaspipe. Martin was ar
rested and is now under bonds to await
the action of the grand jury.
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PROF. DRAPEAU'S
Last Show!
AT
Dis. Otter
Sat. Eve., Feb. 27th,
At 8:30 o'clock
Two hours of good Moving Pictures, to
be followed by a FREE Social
Dance, with Good Music
Positively the last exhibition before the
opening of navigation
MORE MISFORTUNE FOR MAX
Partciulars of a serious loss recently sus
tained by Max Simel at Cripple were
brought to town this week by Sam Adams.
Through the theft by someone unknown,
Mr. Simel is out $2,500 in gold dust.
The dust was concealed under the bed
in the Simel residence. Mr. and Mrs. Simel
and daughter Ida had Christmas dinner
and spent the evening at a neighbor’s, and
when they reutrned home the gold was gone.
If there is any clue or any suspicion as to
who the guilty party may be, the public
has not been made aware of it.
Mr. Simel has offered $500 reward for
the recovery of the gold.—Ruby Record
Citizen.
SOCIAL DANCE TONIGHT
The entertainment committee of Camp
Iditarod, A. B., announces that there will
be an informal dance at the hall tonight,
the admission to which is put at $1.50.
In the past these informal affairs have been
most enjoyable, and the dance tonight will
no doubt be well patronized. The music
will be good and the opportunity for a few
hours’ entertainment should be taken ad
vantage of.__
JUDGE APPOINTS NEW
COURT STENOGRAPHER
Ed Walcott of Fairbanks, who is now on
the Outside, was recently appointed to the
position of official court stenographer by
Judee Bunnell of the Fourth division. The
position during the past four years has been
hlled by Walter Rowson.
Assessment Work Blanks at Pioneer.
AT THE CAPITAL
Counsel for Engineering Commitsion
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16—George Ru
blee has been appointed counsel for the
Alaska engineering commission to examine
titles which may be affected in the trans
fer of railroads in Alaska offered for sale
to the government.
Shipping Bill Up
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16—The shipping
bill is up in the house today under a spe
cial rule limiting debate to six hours.
Speaker Clark a Poor Tout
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14.—Speaker Clark
says it is a five to one shot that an extra
session of congress will be called.
Intimations of Scandal
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16—An investi
gating committee of five senators has been
appointed to inquire into the reported ship
ping trust lobby against the shipping bill,
and also the activity of several administra
tion officials in the purchasing of interned
vessels. _
No Extra Session, Says President
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18— President Wil
son says that no extra session of congress
will be called by him.
Embargo on Munitions of War
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18—An embargo
has been placed by the United States gov
ernment upon the exportation of arms to
the belligerents engaged in the European
war. The exportation of such articles will
constitute an unneutral act, says President
Wilson. The embargo was placed at the
request of a committee of women.
Ship Purchasing Bill Passad
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17—By a vote of
215 to 121, the government ship-purchasng
bill passed the house today.
SUSPECTED OF COMPLICITY
IN LOS ANGELES HORROR
NEW YORK, Feb 14—Matthew Schmidt
was arrested here today as a fugitive from
justice. He is charged with complicity in
the dynamiting of the Los Angeles Times
building a few years ago, in which more
than a score of persons lost their lives, and
for which crime the McNamara brothers are
now serving penitentiary sentences.
To Be Extradited
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15— District At
torney Wool win left for New York today to
arrange for the extradition of Schmidt, the
alleged dynamiter.
WOlf T ENACT
MANY LAWS
SEATTLE. Feb. 16.—James E.
Daly of Nome, representative-elect
in the Alaska territorial legislature,
who recently arrived here, states
that correspondence with other
members of that body justifies the
prediction that an eight-hour bill
and a workmen’s compensation
measure will be the principal work
of the session.
Mr. Daly believes that little
legislation will be enacted at the
oming session, the majority of
he members believing that too lit
tle law is a great deal better than
loo much.
Iditarod Candidate Again Loin Out
JUNEAU, Feb. 14.- The territorial can
vassing board, consisting of the governor,
Surveyor General Davidson and the col
lector of customs, has decided the contest
for a seat in the legislature between Ches
ter K. Snow of Ruby and A. E. Maltby of
Iditarod in favor of the former.
Raturni Irregular
Unalaska returns were stricken out by
the board or the reason that the necessary
sixty days’ notice of election was not given.
POLISH PATRIOTS’ DREAM
MAY YET BE REALIZED
PETROGRAD Feb. 14. It is understood
here that Germany and Austria have de
clared the independence of Poland, oper
ative tomorrow, when it is planned to hold
a convention at Cracow for the purpose of
choosing a king
JAPANESE OBJECT TO
FIGHTING WITH JAWBONE
TOKIO, Feb. 14.—Four Germans and on®
Englishman have been expelled from th®
country on account of their indulgence ix
war talk.
PROHIBITION IN OREGON
SALEM, Ore., Feb. 17.—A drastic prohi
bition law wm passed by the senate today.
It has already passed the house.
NATIONAL BANK AT SEWARD
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18.—A charter ha*
been granted for the National Bank of
Alaska, at Seward. The charter was ap
plied for by J. H. Sears, who is identified
with the Harriman National Bank of New
York, and the new bank will be financed
by that institution.
TROOPS FROM VICTORIA
VICTORIA, B. C., Feb. 16. ^Eleven hun
dred soldiers left here today for the war.
It is believed they are being dispatched to
Egypt. _
PROHIBITS SALE OF ABSINTHE
PARIS, Feb. 15.- The chamber of depu
ties has adopted a bill prohibiting the *ala
of absinthe.
SWISS DEMAND APOLOGY
BERNE, Feb. 17.—The Swiss government
has demanded an apology from the kaiser
because of the flight of German aeroplane*
over Swiss territory.
CANADIAN DEFENSE!
VICTORIA, B. C., Feb. 14—The harbor
of Esquimalt, the naval base of Great Brit
ain on the North Pacific, has been mined,
as also have other harbors in this province.
Howdy,
Pap!
Come and Enjoy Yourself
at the
Hard
Times
Ba3S
GIVE* »Y MOOSE LODGE
FLAT*CITY,
WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAT
Monday Efe.,
February 22d
Refreshments Good Mosic
Admission, $3.00
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